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 Story of Chaser “The World’s Smartest Dog”
Chaser was a Border Collie that could recall over 1,000 words, giving her the largest tested memory of any animal. And she could also do basic math!
The Story of “Air Bud” and Buddy the Basketball-Playing Golden Retriever
Did you know Buddy, who starred in the 1997 film "Air Bud", had a professional career in basketball prior to becoming a Hollywood actor?
Pigs can’t Fly? Meet the Swine who Shattered the Stereotype Over 100 Years Ago
Despite all the haters trying to hold him down, this little piggy took to the skies and became a hero among hogs.
Dog a Fake Hero: Story of a Dog That Pushed Kids into a River to Get Steaks
The dog became a hero. Then lived long enough to see himself become the villain.
A Look Back at Dolly the Sheep: The World’s First Cloned Animal
On July 5, 1996, Dolly the sheep made history as she became the world’s first mammal to be cloned from an adult somatic cell! Her birth at Scotland’s Roslin Institute sparked worldwide attention and forever changed our perceptions of what cloning technology could do. Not only did her incredible story open up possibilities for pet owners everywhere but it also raised ethical questions about how this type of technology could be used in animals’ lives.
Bobi is the Guinness World Records 2023 Oldest Living Dog AND the Oldest Dog of All Time
At 30 years old, this very good, VERY old boy is not only the world's oldest dog, he's the oldest dog ever recorded.
German Dog Trainer Earns Guinness World Record for Most Dogs in a Conga Line in 2023
Wolfgang Lauenburger, a German dog trainer from Stuckenbrock, just made history by setting an incredible world record of most dogs in a conga line! On the month of August 2022, Wolfgang successfully coaxed his 14 furry and loyal companions to do the impressive dance formation. The awe-inspiring video was released by Guinness World Records via Twitter, showing Wolfgang’s achievement.
Remembering Seabiscuit the Racehorse and His Legacy in Pop Culture
Seabiscuit was an American racehorse and one of the original rags to riches stories. He lived from May 23, 1933, to May 17, 1947, and his captivating tale of resilience and courage is still told today! This incredible American racehorse won 33 races despite being considered an undersized and underbred horse.
Gunther’s Millions Recap: Who is Gunther IV, the world’s richest dog, and owner Maurizio Mian?
Get the answers to the biggest questions about the world's richest dog, covering Gunther III until Gunther VI, and their handler Maurizio Mian.
The Story of Hachikō, the Akita That Waited Every Day For His Human (For 10 Years)
The story of Hachikō is an age old story. Most people learn about the loyal dog once they visit Japan and wonder why a statue of an Akita sits in the middle of the busiest intersection in the world. Hachikō was a Japanese Akita dog who became famous for his loyalty to his owner, Hidesaburō Ueno, a professor at the University of Tokyo.