5 Funny Things We Have Said To Our Dogs -

As you dog lovers out there already know, dogs are pretty much a bunch of furry little geniuses. Did you know that dogs can often pick up more than 200 spoken words all on their own, without being taught? It’s true! But every now and then, there are moments when we all wish doggies spoke our language, for realz. Here are 5 things we keep trying to tell our dogs:

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1. Crazy—I was just thinking about how these shoes would look better chewed!

2. I know you think that every time I close the door to the bathroom, a portal to another dimension opens up and I am at risk of disappearing forever. That’d be cool, but I promise it’s not gonna happen.

3. I love you, but you are NOT gettin’ any chocolate! (If it weren’t a risk to your health, I’d have caved by now, OK?!)

4. That’s just the mail carrier. He’s not going to hurt you. Remember him from yesterday and the day before and the hundreds of days before that? Same ol’ dude, different day.

5. This bath is full of soapy water—NOT flesh-dissolving acid, k? CHILL PILL.

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Sadly, not all dogs are lucky enough to have an awesome human companion who will always try to listen to what they have to say. Every day, dogs are abused, neglected, left trapped in hot cars, and chained up and forgotten outside 24/7 without adequate shelter. You can be a hero for these dogs by pledging to be a dog defender and by clicking the button below:

11 Dogs Who Totally Sabotaged Your Special Moment

"Sometimes humans commemorate their important life events, and leave dogs out of it. That’s a pretty crappy situation, in our opinion. Can you blame these pups for their actions? Check out these photo…bombs."

1. “You think the baby’s poop is gonna be bad? Check this out.”

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3. “This is the LAST time you people leave me out of a family photo.”

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5. “I TOLD you I couldn’t wait for the limo.”

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6. “This is what I think of you going to college, mom!”

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7. “How was your trip to the beach?”
“Crappy.”

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8. “Yeah, I saw your Facebook announcement.”

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9. “Here’s some chocolate to go with that wine!”

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11. Here Comes Honey Poo Poo…

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A Bulldog Conquers His Fear Of Roombas In Most Adorable Way

"Oslo the Bulldog once considered the dastardly robot vacuum his most terrifying and hated enemy, but today he gathers his courage and hops right back on the horse… literally."

Click here to watch the adorable video!

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These Household Dogs Gave Up Everything To Serve Their Country In WWII

"The bond between dogs and humans is at least 30,000 years old. Dogs have helped humans with everything from hunting to herding, and most importantly, companionship. Although dogs have long since served in armies dating back to ancient times, the U.S. military didn’t start actively using dog soldiers until the early 1940s. The military realized that dogs could do things that humans could not, like sniff out land mines.

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When the U.S. was attacked at Pearl Harbor in 1941, the US military only had a few soldier dogs, which were Huskies stationed in Alaska.

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Because the military realized how helpful pups could be right around the time that the US was attacked, the American military was in a bit of a pickle to find and train some canine soldiers. To get the 125,000 canine soldiers the war effort needed, the military sent out a call to Americans to loan their dogs to serve beside American troops.

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This was a time when Americans did everything they possibly could to help the military. Rationing food, donating scrap metal, growing victory gardens– and loaning the family pet for service.

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These household pups were trained to be sentries, scouts, messengers, or mine detectives. The military also taught them things like perfect obedience and to attack when ordered and grab a trigger arm if a gun was around. When people volunteered their pups, the military warned folks that their dogs might come home with a different personality– they said to not be surprised if their dog came home “a killer.”

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Throughout the dogs’ tours of duty, some handlers and trainers sent letters home to their owners for Christmas and to inform them of their dog’s performance throughout the war.

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The above reads:

“Rex, a scout dog, gave warning of the presence of Japanese near a Marine position during the night of the seventh day of the operation. At daybreak the Japanese attacked our position. As a result of ‘Rex’s’ warning, the Marines were prepared for the attack of the Japanese and were successful in repelling it. ‘Rex’s’ action was undoubtedly instrumental in saving the lives of many Marines.”

Sadly, like many human soldiers, some dog soldiers didn’t come home.

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But many did. Newspapers at the time publicized that war-trained dogs would be “deprogrammed” before being discharged with lots of petting and cuddling.

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Even though the dogs didn’t know what the war was for, they did what they’d been asked to do. As always.

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These four-legged civilians helped end a global and deadly war. They came from the back yards of small towns and big cities and exhibited the blind loyalty, courage, and intelligence that only a dog can possess– forever deepening the intricate bond between our two species.

For more info on this story, listen to the incredible podcast on This American Life.

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10 Reasons Why You Should Adopt Senior Animals

Everyone should love senior dogs just as much as puppies! I personally think they're cuter. :) Read more: http://www.peta2.com/blog/adopt-senior-animals/#ixzz3eqccFQhR

1. Senior companion animals have found the chill. “No chill” isn’t even a thing for senior dogs and cats

2. They know what’s up. Senior animals are typically pros at basic skills such as walking on a leash and sharpening their claws on a scratching post, instead of on your family’s couch.

3. They’ve already been named. If you’re like me, you’ll spend stressful days and long nights attempting to figure out just the purrfect name for your family member. Luckily, Lucky already has a name! (But you’re welcome to choose a different name if you want to.)

4. They’re easier to take care of. As you know, baby animals require almost constant attention. Senior cats and dogs still require a ton of attention, but not as much as puppies and kittens, of course!

5. Their personality won’t change down the road. They’ve already gone through their “terrible twos.” If your family has ever adopted baby animals, you know exactly what I’m referring to.

6. They’re wise. Yep, it’s not just a stereotype. They’ve been around the block, so they know what’s goin’ on. And they might also know some tricks!

7. They have the cutest, most sophisticated gray faces. But never gray personalities.

8. Housetraining is much easier. In fact, many may already be housetrained.

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9. Their love is endless and genuine. If your family has ever adopted, you already know how sweet rescued animals can be.

10. You’ll be improving the life of your new animal companion but also the lives of other animals! Remember: For every dog or cat who is purchased from a pet store or a breeder, a dog or cat in an animal shelter is killed. By adopting, you’ll be opening up a new spot in that shelter for another animal to have a chance to find a family.

Make your own sign to spread the word and save lives!

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