Prepare to paw-se for a moment and take a “hiss-torical” journey with our Pets in History section. Forget Cleopatra and Napoleon; we’re digging up the real power players, like the royal dogs that actually ran the palace or the cats that may have out-schemed Machiavelli. From ancient Egyptian felines worshipped as gods to World War II hero pups, we’re shining a light (or should we say, a laser pointer?) on the unsung fur-heroes who’ve shaped the world as we know it. Dive into “tails” of political intrigue, romance, and yes, the occasional dumpster dive, all featuring the four-legged companions who were the real MVPs—Most Valuable Pets. It’s the history lesson you wish you had in school, minus the snooze factor. Get ready for a wag-nificent time-travel experience!

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The History of the Oldest Pet Cemetery: Built Over 100 Years Ago in Paris, France

Built in a suburb of Paris in 1899, the "Cimetière des Chiens et Autres Animaux Domestiques" is considered the first official pet cemetery and is still open today.

9/11 Hero: Roselle the Guide Dog Who Saved Her Blind Owner and Many Others From the Collapsing Twin Towers on September 11th

Despite the smoke and chaos around her, Roselle kept calm and led a group of 30 people down 78 floors for over an hour before reaching safety!

These Ancient Roman Ruins Are Now a Cat Sanctuary

Are you always thinking about the Roman Empire? And/or cats? Then we have the article for you!

Meet Waldi, the First Official Mascot of the Olympic Games

Modeled after Cherie von Birkenhof, a long-haired Dachshund - Waldi was introduced at the 1972 Munich Summer Games, becoming the first of many Olympic mascots.

Kevin, the World’s Tallest Dog, Tragically Dies Just Days After Setting the Record

Kevin, a 3-year-old Great Dane, was just crowned the World's Tallest Dog - But an emergency surgery tragically cut his life short.

After 5 Attempts, Wild Thang Finally Wins the ‘World’s Ugliest Dog’ Contest

Need some inspiration to not give up on your dreams? This determined doggo lost four years in a row before achieving theirs!

Kabosu, the Shiba Inu From the Iconic “Doge Meme” Has Passed away at 18 Years Old

Afer 18 epics years, the beloved Shiba Inu behind the "Much Wow" doge memes and the Dogecoin cryptocurrency has crossed the Rainbow Bridge.

The Story of Homer the Beagle: The NY Mets’ First Mascot and the Only MLB Animal Mascot

After one tumultuous season, Homer the Beagle was fired. But his legacy as the only real animal to be a Major League Baseball mascot lives on.

The Story of P.H. Vazak: The Only Dog To Be Nominated for an Academy Award

You'd probably guess this good boy's acting performance got him an Oscar nod? Nope, it was for Best Adapted Screenplay!

Bobi, the World’s Oldest Dog, Being Investigated for Fraud (Confirmed)

Guinness World Records later confirmed that they have stripped the late good boy of his title.