Those incredibly 'unreliable' DOGS............again!

Guard dog refuses to do his job as he lies down next to drug dealers during raid
The huge Rottweiler was no doubt raised by the drug gang to protect them from police - but instead he hilariously chose to surrender too and flopped down beside the three suspects in Brazil




This is the hilarious moment a drug gang's guard dog refuses to do his job and protect his owners and instead lies down during a raid.

Police arrested the three men on a ranch in Hortolandia, Sao Paulo state, Brazil, on July 28.

The officers seized 1,176 bricks containing 1.1 tonnes of marijuana from the property.

A police video of the raid shows the three suspects lying face-down on the floor with their hands cuffed behind their backs.

But instead of protecting his owners, the gang's massive Rottweiler decided to surrender too and flopped down beside the three suspects.

According to Narcotics Police, the drugs had been shipped to the house in Hortolandia from Campo Grande, Mato Grosso do Sul state.

But police had been monitoring the property and swept in when the delivery arrived.
Police believe the drugs were destined to be sold in and around Campinas, Sao Paulo state.

The men - one of whom owns the house - were taken to the Narcotics Police headquarters in nearby Americana.
The dog remained in the property with the female owner of the land around the house, who police say is not involved in drug trafficking.



The scene where three suspects were caught with over a tonne of marijuana ( 
Image: 
Newsflash)
Police returned on July 29 to check on the Rottweiler and two other dogs to see if the the animal protection services need to be called.
This comes the Mirror shared the story of a cute dog who has a rare condition that means she looks permanently surprised - and it's hard not to smile looking at her.
Belle the rescue dog was born with a birth defect which means the muscles in her head are stretched back.



The seized marijuana in Hortolandia, Sao Paulo, Brazil

Video on this link:  https://www.mirror.co.uk/news/world-news/guard-dog-refuses-job-lies-27615885

It’s hard to stay mad at a dog who knows what it must do to earn its owner’s forgiveness.
Italian dog owner Anthony Federica Granai had exactly that interesting experience and the world was a witness to just how cute and sweet dogs can be when they want to say they’re sorry.
Antonio, who is based in Tuscany, Italy, uploaded a video of his exchange with his dog, Ettore.
In it, Antonio was scolding his dog for something he did.
Now, it was quite unclear what bad thing the dog was up to but it was pretty obvious Ettore was quite guilty based on his reaction as his master reprimanded him.
When Antonio did not stop berating him in Italian, the dog decided to turn on his charms.
Ettore buried his head on Antonio’s chest as if to tell his owner that he’s truly ashamed and sorry.
But Antonio pretended that he did not understand what his dog was trying to say.
The exchange went on for a few more minutes because Antonio refused to make up. So, Ettore tried another tactic when nuzzling did not work.
He went full-on cute by crawling onto Antonio’s lap to make eye contact.
But the dog owner could still be heard asking Ettore in the video if he realized his mistake.
Ettore would respond by looking at its owner with its puppy-dog eyes so Antonio would show him mercy.
When his master still would not budge, Ettore proceeded to nuzzle Antonio even harder until he could no longer contain the cuteness.
The grown man just had to laugh after everything and tell his dog that all is right with him.
Antonio and Ettore’s video reached over 32 million views. Later on, the Italian chap revealed that he actually shares the dog with his girlfriend Federica Riccardi.
They got Ettore, who’s a Labrador mix, some six years ago. They said that the pup does have several naughty moments.
In fact, Ettore has destroyed a few sofa seaters, some of their shoes and four pairs of glasses. They have reprimanded the dog every time but he’d always turn on his charm.
It’s like Ettore knows what his humans’ weakness is.
Antonio also had to clarify why he was berating the dog in that viral video. Apparently, Ettore dug a hole in their red couch yet again.
Federica said that this red couch is the dog’s favorite hangout and they’ve had it repaired many times over.
The couple shared that although Ettore is destructive, he’s a sweet dog through and through. The pup actually likes giving them hugs, especially when he knows he’s been a bad dog.
If he’s not turning on the charms, Ettore also hides in a closet behind a door in their bedroom and he won’t come out until his owners would ask for a cuddle.
Federica believes that while disciplining a dog is important, it’s also vital to show them good will.
She said a dog will pay back its kind-hearted masters even more with love if he’s been showered with the same affection.


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https://euroweeklynews.com/2022/08/02/turn-your-hot-dog-into-a-cool-dog-with-a-wearable-fan/

Turn your hot dog into a cool dog with a wearable fan
By Peter McLaren-Kennedy • 02 August 2022 • 8:27
Wearable pet fans - Image Sweet Mommy

You can now turn your hot dog into a cool dog after a Japanese company launched a range of wearable pet fans.

Launched in July, the fans which cost around €71.50, are designed to be worn by your pet to help them keep cool on the hottest days. But after a month on the market, sales as of Tuesday, August 2 have been disappointing.
Launched by a Tokyo clothing company, the wearable fans were designed in conjunction with local vets in an effort to help protect pets during the unusually high temperatures experienced this summer.
Rei Uzawa, President of the maternity clothing maker Sweet Mommy, said that she wanted to keep her pet cool when they went out for walks in what has been a dry and hot summer.
Essentially a mesh vest for pets mounted with a rechargeable fan on the back that blows air around the animal’s body.
With the rainy season finishing early in Japan and summer temperatures hitting the mid-thirties, many animals have suffered in the cities. That has led to some using ice packs to keep their pets cool whilst others have kept them indoors to escape the heat.
The fans haven’t been an instant success with only around 100 sold in the first month, perhaps the high cost of turning your hot dog into a cool dog is putting people off.

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I watched an errant dog this afternoon. He was purposefully carrying half a 5ltr water bottle in his chops, he stopped before a gaggle of people wagging the container from side to side - I swear he was begging.

Police dog prevents owner being taken off life support.

Police dogs or Military dogs, or any other service dog for that matter...they're equally great.

I wonder what is the story behind the army cat?

Lifeguard dogs  

Will the life boats be taking them out to sea?

Awww....I love Rotties.

I believe dogs are only bad because of their owners.
Ask Cesar Millan.

That's horrible. I love it.

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Leicestershire Police dog named nation's bravest after leaping to save officer attacked on duty

https://www.leicestermercury.co.uk/news/local-news/leicestershire-police-dog-named-nations-7624932

Astro was injured while protecting his handler and has been honoured with a bravery award.

ByShannen HeadleyReporter
11:42, 26 SEP 2022



A dog from Leicestershire Police has received an award for outstanding bravery after getting injured while trying to protect his handler. PD Astro, four-years-old, was announced winner at the national Thin Blue Paw Awards for police dogs on Thursday, September 22.

Pc Grace Feavyour, the German shepherd's handler also accepted the award after she was attacked while on duty in November last year. The 26-year-old, from Ashby, responded to an incident where a man was arrested at the scene.

Astro was hurt during the arrest when he jumped in to protect his fellow officer. Pc Feavyour said: "It was horrible to watch and I was so worried about Astro being hurt but, thankfully, he was okay".

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"We were called to respond to an incident and arrested a man at the scene but when he resisted Astro leapt to defend me and was injured by the suspect. You can’t train for a real-life situation like that.

"There was so much going on and I had no idea how he’d react in that situation. Since then, I feel safer going out to work; I know that he’ll back me up no matter what.”

Astro was one of Leicestershire Police’s first puppies from its breeding programme and was 12-months-old when he joined forces with Pc Feavyour in July 2019. She added: “My partner was on the dog section until he recently retired and he’d had Astro since he was just a puppy. It made it extra special to have him as my first police dog.

"I’m so proud of him for winning this award, I wasn’t expecting it at all. He’s such a chilled dog but he’s always had that attitude.

"We took him away when he was only three-months-old and stayed in a yurt and he reacted to the noises he could hear outside. His heckles were up and he was barking; he’s always had that protective streak.

"My life is so easy with him; he just does what he needs to do – anything for his toy! He’s a great first police dog because he’s so steady; I feel really lucky to have him by my side.”



Inspector Cara Guest-Moore, from the force's Dogs and Firearms Unit, said the award was Astro's second award. She said: “Grace and Astro are a formidable duo and have become quite a crime fighting team.

"The loyalty Astro has for Grace has no bounds, putting himself at risk to protect his handler. Their hard work has brought them great recognition.

"Earlier this year, Astro was named as the force’s best Operational Police Dog in 2021 and now to be recognised nationally through the Thin Blue Paw Foundation for their teamwork and Astro’s bravery is a true honour and one I know Grace is very modest about".

Thin Blue Paw Foundation trustee Kieran Stanbridge said: “When confronted with a difficult and volatile situation, PD Astro showed how important his training is but also showed his bravery and loyalty to Grace.

"Dog handlers and their dogs have very special bonds and that is illustrated perfectly here, Astro jumped to Grace’s defence without a second thought and, despite being subjected to a violent attack, saw his job through to the end.

"He’s a very worthy winner of the Outstanding Bravery award".

Pebbles, world's oldest living dog and country music lover, dies at 22

The toy fox terrier, who was awarded the title by the Guinness World Records earlier this year, died of natural causes

By Flora Bowen 7 October 2022 • 10:44am



The world's oldest dog has died at the grand age of 22.

Pebbles, a toy fox terrier from South Carolina, died on October 3 of "natural causes", her owners said on Instagram. She was five months away from her 23rd birthday.

Guinness World Records awarded Pebbles the title of oldest living dog on May 17, 2022 when she was 22 years and 50 days old.

"Pebbles was not just another dog; she had her own way about her, and her own personality," said owners Julie and Bobb Gregory.

"She was a once in a lifetime companion, and it was our honor to have had the blessing to have had her as a pet, and family member.

"There was never anyone who met Pebbles that didn't love her. She will be deeply missed."



Born on March 28, 2000 on Long Island, Pebbles lived with the Gregorys in Taylors, South Carolina since 2007.

They celebrated her last birthday with a bubble bath and a stack of ribs.

Pebbles long outlived the typical life span of a Toy fox terriers, which live for around 13-15 years. She gave birth to 32 puppies with partner Rocky over three litters.

Although the Gregorys had originally planned to adopt a large dog, Pebbles charmed them straight away, Ms Gregory told Guinness World Records.

"She was jumping and barking so much at Bobby that he had no choice but to pick her up and check her out," she said. "It was instant love the second the two met."

Ms Gregory said Pebbles enjoyed trying new foods, being pampered, and listening to country music singers such as Conway Twitty and Dwight Yoakam.

"Thank you to everyone for your love and support for Pebbles throughout her life and her journey. She will be forever in our heart," the couple said.

https://www.telegraph.co.uk/world-news/2022/10/07/pebbles-world-oldest-dog-dies-22-guinness-world-records/

Bless

I hope he doesn't have to wear that for a long time.

Poor thing.