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WagBrag’s co-founder, Russ Boles, has a deep history in animal rescue and welfare. For the past 12 years, Russ has served in various roles with Atlanta-based animal advocacy organizations focused on rescue, training and education. In addition, Russ led a local rescue volunteer team into New Orleans immediately after Hurricane Katrina, assisting in efforts to rescue and care for stranded animals. This experience changed his life, and animal rescue and advocacy will always be a part of everything he does.
Feisty, Fun & Intelligent – The Dachshund Dog Breed
These dogs may be little, but there is nothing little about their personalities or the love they inspire in pet parents. And the sentiment...
Thanksgiving With Your Pet
Thanksgiving is a time when we all stop and count our blessings. While we give thanks for our friends, family and great food, you...
7 Tips to De-dog Your Car
How to keep your car looking and smelling good after chauffeuring your dog around? ...
Video: Husky Jumping into Leaf Pile
Before you go out and rake those fall leaves, watch this video for a little motivation and humor. Dare we say - no one...
Not a Fan of Doggie Breath? Tips on how to keep your...
Let’s be honest. Doggie kisses are irresistible, right? But the smell? Not so good. So what’s a pet parent to do? We must have...
Howling Husky Does Not Want To Leave Park
This dog has a big tantrum when it's time to leave the dog park. Huskies are sometimes known to howl but this guy makes...
Chow Chow Breed
The Chow Chow is one of the oldest breeds on the planet. We’ve put together some information about this noble breed that will help...
Top 5 U.S. Places to Hike With Your Dog
Enjoy The Season to Its Fullest With These Great Destinations!
Fall is here! The world is light up with color and the air is finally...
Top 5 Common Mistakes Made by New Pet Parents
It’s happened. You’ve fallen in love. How could you possibly deny those eyes, those kisses in the morning or cuddling on the sofa at...
Child Safety – Tips to Keep Your Child Safe Around Pets...
There are so many advantages to having pets in the house, but especially for your children. A pet does wonders for your child’s cognitive,...
Video: Virtual #KittenTherapy
Surprising new stress buster!
Tidy Cat invited stressed out people into a glass room and then unleashed several kittens. It's just a matter of time...
Selecting A Dog Boarding Facility – Top 5 Questions
Our dogs provide us with fun, memories and unconditional love. In return, it is our responsibility to care for them, even when we are...
Mother Dog Gives Birth to Puppies in Animal Shelter
URGENT - A momma dog just finished giving birth at the animal control shelter in Jasper County, Ga. The shelter is desperate to get...
The Shelter Pet Project
Finding All Shelter Pets a Home
Many have heard of The Humane Society of The United States (HSUS). As the largest animal protection association in...
Top 5 Myths About Shelter Dogs
Even though shelters are overcrowded, many people are hesitant to adopt a shelter dog. There's a common stereotype that shelter dogs "have something wrong...
Video: Scottish Terrier Puppy Pinwheel
We don't think you could have trained these little Scottish Terrier puppies to be more choreographed - or more cute.
Watch the lady pour goat...
Amazing Guide Dogs – The Guide Dog Foundation for the Blind
The Guide Dog Foundation was founded in 1946 to provide dogs for the blind or otherwise sight impaired, free of charge. The original name...
Ebola Surviver And Her Dog Reunited!
We are all relieved to learn that the TX nurse, Nina Pham, has been declared Ebola-free. But we take actual joy in the news...
Halloween Pet Safety Tips
Halloween is coming up fast. While pet owners might get that happy tingling feeling down their spine at the thought of this scary season,...
Book Review: FLame – The Horse that Refused to Die
What do you dream of doing when you retire?
When Bill Reilly retired from IBM, he didn't sit on the beach sipping cocktails. He became...
Video: Puppy Playing With Pumpkin
Pumpkins are a sign of fall and go hand and hand with Halloween and Thanksgiving.
Watching this video of a cute puppy playing with a...
“Chubby Puppy!” – How To Keep Your Dog’s Weight In Check
My sister in-law Katy, loves my two dogs, Dexter and Bella. Loves them like they're her own and visa versa. We hadn't seen Katy...
Tips on How to Include Your Child When Caring for a...
If you're a parent of a young child, you've undoubtedly been asked at one point or another about bringing a pet into your home....
VIDEO: Firefighters Revive Dog After Fire
After a close call, a Virginia Fire Department is going to make a change to help save pets during fires.
Firefighters pulled out a shepard...
Update on Blind Dog Needing Rescue
A Plea To Save A Blind Dog
Wagbrag followers may recall, we sent out a plea last month for someone to please rescue a blind...
Top 10 Reasons Why Pets Are Given Up
As much as we try to make pets part of our families, there are sad times when those pets are given up.
A study conducted...
All about the Great Pyrenees
Some pet parents like little dogs, which you can carry around in your purse, or medium sized dogs just right for cuddling on the sofa...
Hero Dog Awards
Hurray! The 2014 Hero Dog Awards are here again! Where we get to celebrate how amazing our four legged, canine companions can be. Last...
Doberman Pinscher Dog Breed Info – Alert, Intelligent and Athletic
Doberman Pinscher (along with German Shepherds and Rottweilers) have gotten a bad rap from the movies. Because they look fierce, they are usually cast in the...
Time is Running Out For This Special Blind Dog
UPDATE: HE HAS BEEN RESCUED!
Hi, my name is Esther Nunley and I am a volunteer with the McMinn Regional Humane Society in Athens, Tennessee....
Rescuing a Purebred: Saving a Life Can Lead to a Whole...
Adopting a purebred may change your life in ways you had not expected, in addition to changing a dog’s life. Such is the story...
French Bulldog? Oui, s’il vous plait!
The French Bulldog is widely popular as a companion dog. Frenchies are lap warmers, because that’s where they love to be - in your...
How Canine Detection Dogs are Helping to Stop Illegal Wildlife Trafficking
A dog’s sense of smell is a thousand times better than a human’s. Dogs also have the amazing ability to sniff through “layers” of...
Pet Flipping: What it is and why pet parents should...
What is pet flipping? Pet flipping is, basically, the practice whereby someone obtains a dog (or animal) for free or by stealing one and...
Why I Give
Why do I give? I wish for all animals to have a safe and caring home. That one day, there will no longer be a...
The Cat Tracker Project: Enroll Your Cat
The Cat Tracker Project is a collaboration between Your Wild Life, a group of scientists and others dedicated to studying the world around us...
Top 10 Non-Shedding Dog Breeds
Dog's Who Shed Very Little Or Not At All
There are many breeds that shed very little hair and/or skin cells. These are perfect for...
National Dog Day
August 26th is National Dog Day. Collien Paige, Founder of National Dog Day states that ”I founded National Dog Day in 2004 to honor...
Pet Passenger Safety Tips
Man’s best friend riding “shotgun” with his head out of the window catching some breeze, who hasn’t seen this? Let’s face it, dogs love...
How To Stand Up Paddleboard With Your Dog
SUP Y’all
In case you don’t know, SUP stands for Stand Up Paddleboarding, which is a cross between surfing (it uses a surfboard-like board) and...
Video: Cute Momma Dog Fostering Kittens
An adorable momma dog takes great care of some kittens at the Jasper County Animal Shelter in GA. The dog, Mary, fostered three kittens...
Pet Theft on the Rise: How To Protect Your Pet
No reliable numbers exists but it's estimated that up to 2 million dogs are stolen annually. Just last month a young boy from Orlando FL was...
Dying Man’s Last Wish: Someone Take Care of My Dogs
Five Year's Ago: Dying Man's Last Wish
Five year’s ago, LifeLine Animal Project in Atlanta, GA took in...
How Overstock.com is helping find Homes for Pets
By now, you’ve probably already heard of Overstock.com. The company sells a wide range of products from home décor and clothing to health and...
Pools and Pet Safety Tips
A pool is something the whole family can enjoy together, dogs included. However, pet safety, the same as child safety, around the pool is...
All about Golden Retrievers
Dogs are a great addition to any home and fill a variety of important roles. But not all dogs are suited to every home. ...
Dog Treats for the Dog Days of Summer
Summer fun in the sun – we love it and so do our dogs. More daylight means more playlight for you and Fido –...
Top 10 Cat & Dog Loving States
Which is more popular - dogs or cats? Recent news sheds light (not fur) on how cats and dogs rank throughout the world. In...
Pet Video – Cat and Dog Napping
Today is the perfect day to take a nap - just ask these guys. How cute to see two animals snuggle together for a...
Celebrities Who Adopt Pets
It’s not uncommon to see celebrities out and about with their pets. From Kellan Lutz to Taylor Swift, many celebrities love their pets as...
How To Avoid Animal Rescue Volunteer Burnout
“I’m so tired and sad. I work long hours taking care of the animals, and it seems like I never help them all. I...
Find Toto is helping Reunite People with their Lost Pets
If you’ve never experienced the distress of a lost pet, you’re lucky. When a pet goes missing, it can be devastating for its owners...
5 Behaviors YOU Need to Stop Doing With Your Dog
As a dog guardian, you may find yourself developing certain habits that not only reflect badly on you and your dog, but also set...
17 Pit Bulls Featured in Esquire Magazine
Pit bulls On "Death-Row"
An estimated 4 million animals are euthanized every year in county shelters, according to the Humane Society of the U.S. Walk...
A Growing Movement – The Yellow Dog Project
If you are a dog parent, you have probably seen a new trend going around that involves canines sporting some kind of yellow ribbon...
Who Can See Better – Dogs or Cats?
Ask any group of feline fanatics who can see better – dogs or cats – and you’re likely to get a unanimous answer. Cats,...
What is Clicker Training – and Why it Works
Clicker training is a method used to train animals of any kind to repeat wanted behaviors by marking and reinforcing them. Clicker training works especially well...
What You Need to Know About Electronic Doggie Doors
Anyone who owns a dog knows that they rarely like to stay in one place for too long. In fact, canines practically welcome any...
Tips For Camping With Your Dog
Nothing screams summer quite like camping does. When this time of the year rolls around, we love to gather up our family and friends...
FDA Warns – Raw Diet For Pets Dangerous. But Is...
The FDA released a press release on July 2nd about the dangers of the feeding your pet a raw diet. They warn that it...
Shelter Dogs Cuddling – Help Rescue Them
Shelter Dogs Cuddling Photos Go Viral
Wagbrag receives emails on a daily basis about dogs in need of rescue. Some are lists of animals in...
Golden Retriever Participants Needed
Golden Retriever dogs are one of the top favored breeds by American dog owners, and for a good reason. They are loyal, affectionate and...
How To Keep Your Dog Safe During July 4th
Before you fire up the grill or light one single firework this July 4th holiday, be sure you take a few minutes to make...
How to Teach Your Dog to Swim
AUTHORED BY: Russ Boles and Susan Giordano - K9U Training & Behavior Modification.
All dogs naturally know how to swim, right? Wrong! Depending upon the breed, some...
An Astounding Story About A Military Dog
If you are looking for a new book to read, we highly recommend checking out The Kill Switch. In case you have never heard...
Pet Fire Safety Tips: Protecting Those You Love
Plain and simple, every year beloved pets are killed due to fires. While this is a horrible in itself, it is even worse when...
How to Fund Your Pet’s Costly Vet Bills
Rising Vet Cost
Unfortunately, most people today are struggling to make ends meet. It seems no matter how hard we work, we are constantly living...
Friday Is Take Your Dog To Work Day: 4 Tips...
Every year on June 20th, we celebrate canines around the world with the fun-filled event known as Take Your Dog to Work Day. On...
US Defeats Ghana! Is Your Dog Up For Soccer?
The US Defeats Ghana In Opening Round of World Cup
No way! Yes they did. The U.S. beat Ghana in last night's Group G opening round...
June is Adopt A Cat Month
June is Adopt A Cat Month
June is adopt a cat month and it's that time of year when many shelters are busting at the...
Top 6 Ways To Help Your Local Animal Shelter
Even with all the amazing rescue volunteers out there, keeping up a local animal shelter full of abandoned pets can be quite an overwhelming task. This is especially...
Zeke Needs A Home
Looking for Your Help and a Miracle for this Old Dog
Zeke Needs A Home: Courtesy Post On Behalf of An Animal Rescue Volunteer - Amy...
Dog Dental Care – How Often Should You Brush Your Dog’s...
Although fresh breath and pearly whites are a benefit of brushing your dog’s teeth, doing so is actually a vital part of ensuring your...
Rachael Ray $100k Challenge to Save Pets
The Rachael Ray $100k Challenge Kicks Off In June
The ASPCA Rachael Ray $100k Challenge kicks-off on June 1st. The $100K Challenge is a contest...
Tainted Pet Jerky Killed 1000 Dogs
Dog Deaths Caused By Tainted Pet Jerky!
The Food and Drug Administrations (FDA) has reported that more than 1000 dog deaths have been related to tainted...
Why Are Bulldogs So Funny? Bulldog Video
Why are Bulldogs so funny? Their behavior can seem quirky. Combine that with their strong will and determination and you'll see them behave in...
How Two Big US Cities Plan to Tackle Pet Overpopulation
Two US cities popped up in news this past week highlighting their significant progress in establishing spay and neuter programs and tackling the pet...
Pet Therapy Works – I’ve Seen the Proof
Most of us have heard the news that people benefit from interacting with therapy pets. The evidence abounds. The American Journal of Cardiology found...
The #1 Puppy Proofing Tip
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Puppy Proofing Your Apartment
Are you thinking of getting a new puppy? Look out for toxic household plants, get rid of pesticides, lock food...
Viral Video of Dog Dancing on Bed
He is being described as a naughty dog but since this is not your bed - you'll find his actions innocent and will appreciate...
Olympic Skier Rescues Dogs
U.S. slopestyle skier Gus Kenworthy wins the Gold! Technically, he won the silver on the ski slopes. But if Wagbrag was giving out medals,...
Justin Bieber – Setting an Unfortunate Trend
Exotic Animals As Pets
We know he can sing and drive teenage girls crazy, but can he take care of a pet? It's been reported...
Top 5 reasons Why A Pet Monkey is a BAD Idea.
Monkey's are cute - but is it okay to have a pet monkey? National Geographic asked that question to Debbie Leahy, manager of captive wildlife...
Dog Fitness – Add Variety to Your Dog’s Fitness Routine
When you think of exercising your dog, the first thing that likely comes to mind is going on a walk. Dog fitness routines should...
A Testament for Microchipping You Pet
Microchipping your pet has been touted as a good method for helping to quickly reunite people with their lost pets. For a Pekingese named Buddy,...
Quick Tip: How to Disinfect Aquarium Rocks
Adding a rock to your pet fish or reptile's aquarium is a great way to enhance it's overall aesthetics. Rocks and stones have small...
“Decoding Your Dog” May Save Your Dog’s Life
There are multiple dog training theories, and most people have strong opinions as to how to train a dog or how to handle certain...
An Odd Couple – Dog and Fox Playing
New Friends
Last year in Norway, Torgeir Berge was walking his German Shepherd when an abandoned baby fox appeared from the woods and approached the...
We All Like Gifts – It’s In Our Dog DNA
Some of us love getting surprises while others may love giving surprises. A few years ago, a friend gave me a surprise present. The...
Bearded Dragon Fun Facts
A friend recently approached me - her colleague just took a new job and will be moving out of the country. The colleague wanted...
Paul Walker – Actor and Animal Lover
Paul Walker Dead At Age 40
The actor Paul Walker died this weekend in a car crash at age 40. Although he was well known...
Cuddling Shelter Dogs Find a New Home
A couple from Springfield, PA appeared on NBC's Today Show with the two dogs that they adopted after seeing a cute photo of the...
Rescue Dog is now Police K-9
Chance is a German Shepherd who was rescued from abuse and neglect. The RSPCA found him living outside a home in Bradford, UK with...
Uplifting Video – A Dog Rescue Program with Wheels
At Wagbrag we can't stress enough how much we support rescuing and adopting. So when we saw this uplifting video of the Rescue Waggin' ®...
The New iPhone 5 and Pet Paws
iPhone Fingerprint Scanner
Of course there are cool new features that come along with these new iPhones. One of those features, which is getting a...
Beware of Pet Flipping – An Alarming Trend
News agencies across the country are reporting that "pet flipping" is on the rise. What is pet flipping? Pet flipping is when someone steals...
The Barn Cat Rescue Plan
Brilliant Rescue Idea
I love ideas that are simple yet brillant - and here's one. County animal shelters throughout GA bring in stray cats on...
“They Make Lousy Pets!”
In Big Demand - Sloths as Pets
They are definitely cute and appear docile and laid back. But they are difficult to care for, and...
Keeping your Dog Safe During Springtime Projects
Ahhh, springtime is here (at least for many of us)! It’s that time of the year for working in the yard and handling projects...
$1,000,000 Donation towards Multipurpose Pet Adoption Center
Wagbrag wants to give a nice, big "shout out" to the $1 Million donation that Petco gave to the Animal Care Services of San...
How can I get cat urine smell out?
Authored By: Lauren Boles
Q: My cat peed outside of his litter box. How can I get cat urine smell out?
A: Believe me, we have...
Animal Disaster Preparedness
May 8th was the National Animal Disaster Preparedness Day. Even though this day has come and gone it's always important to be prepared for...
Humane Society of the United States – Leadership Call
As a supporter of and a financial donor to the Humane Society of the United States (HSUS), I had the privilege of attending their...
Bomb Sniffing Dogs, Pets Giving Blood, and Comfort Dogs
News about animals from this past week: Bomb Sniffing Dogs, Pets as blood donors, and dogs comforting victims of the Boston marathon bombings.
Bomb Sniffing...
Bunnies as Gifts, Photo-bombing Dog and More
News about animals from this past week: Should you give a bunny as a gift over Easter?, Dog photo-bombs Craig's List Ad, Twilight Actress's...
Dog Rehabilitation Center – Dogs Smell Out Cancer
Pet News Flashback - A look at this week's past news about animals: A Rehabilitation Center for Fearful Dogs, Dog on Wrong Flight to...
Pet News Flashback – Yellow Dog Project, An Official State Dog,...
Pet News Flashback - A look at this past weeks news: Yellow Dog Project, An Official State Dog for Nevada, Cat Cafe Opening soon.
Yellow...
Pet News – Flashback of this weeks news
Flashback of this weeks news about pets: Show dog from Westminster poisoned, Store cameras show puppy stolen, the Itidarod sled dog race begins, and...
Laser Declawing
Many cat parents have gone through an internal struggle around the decision to declaw their cats. Infact, a bill has just been introduced in...
Pet News: Week of February 18th
Pet news from this week: The dirty side of the exotic pet bird business is exposed, a dog saves family from house fire, and...
Caffery the Cat – Gets Along Fine with Two Legs
While my family is in the process of adopting a new cat who has only one eye, I can’t help but to be absorbed...
The Pet Adoption Process – Passport and Social Security # Please
Understanding the Pet Adoption Process
Thinking about adopting a pet? During your search process, keep in mind that it is just as important to find...
Dog Puzzles – Product Review
How many times have you walked through the pet food aisle, stopping to glance at the odd-shaped dog puzzles, wondering “could my dog figure...
Antlers: For Your Dog (not Ray Lewis)
As Baltimore Ravens linebacker, Ray Lewis, is preparing for this weekend's Superbowl match up against the 49ers, he is also having to contend with allegations that...
Acupuncture For Pets: Gaining in Popularity
Acupuncture Dates Back 8,000 Years
Acupuncture for pets may seem like a fairly new practice, but human medical acupuncture has been around since the beginning...
Pet Birds – An Introduction
Wagbrag is excited to now provide information and helpful tips about birds to our readers. Matt Smith, Founder and Executive Director of Project Perry, a...
5 Fitness Activities – Change Up Your Dog’s Routine
When you think of exercising your dog, the first thing that likely comes to mind is going on a walk. Daily walks are an...
The Ultimate Bird Diet
Authored by: Matt Smith, Executive Director of Project Perry.
Good nutrition is one of the most important things you can provide for your companion bird. We...
Got Milk? Raw Goat’s Milk For Pets
Why Raw Goat's Milk?
Raw Goat Milk may be a supplement you want to add to your pet’s diet, especially if your pet has a sensitive...
Let Birds be Birds – Indoor Bird Aviaries
Most people who have birds in their families want to provide the safest, most comfortable environment possible for their feathered friends. Bird experts often...
What is Wagbrag?
WagBrag is a website for those who are passionate about their pets!
The editors of Great Pet Health are excited to bring you WAGBRAG. Wagbrag...
Is It Safe For Dogs to Fly
Imagining an important trip without our furry little friend is almost impossible for most of us. The thought of leaving your dog behind is...
