A new study reveals the special DNA that made the famous sled dog, Balto, survive one of the harshest winters in Alaska during the 1925 serum run to Nome. Balto the Siberian Husky is high on the list of “goodest bois” for his heroic act in 1925. If you’re not familiar with this heroic pooch, […]
Bród, the Irish President’s Bernese Mountain Dog, Dies At Age 11
Bród, one of President Michael D Higgins’ Bernese Mountain Dogs, was confirmed to have passed away at age 11 last week. According to Irish Mirror, sources at the Áras an Uachtaráin confirmed that Bród passed away “very peacefully” on April 22. The President of Ireland, President Michael D Higgins, along with his wife, Sabina Coyne, […]
Chihuahua From Ohio Named Oldest Living Dog
As of December 7, 2022, a Chihuahua from Ohio was officially recognized as the oldest dog in the world at 23 years and 43 days old. Spike, who is named after the well-known Tom and Jerry cartoon character, is just 9 inches (22.86 cm) and 12.9 pounds tall (5.85 kg). Spike’s owner, Rita Kimball, had […]