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An Instagram video shows a friendly Golden Retriever on a snowy hike approaching strangers with a wagging tail and inviting them to pet him, prompting smiles from fellow hikers and online praise for the dog’s outgoing, affectionate nature.
The Milan-Cortina 2026 Olympics delivered a slew of quirky headlines: rumors of penis injections in ski jumping and a tiny boot-size violation raised eyebrows, a biathlon star’s live-TV confession of cheating, medals with broken ribbons, curling’s double-touch accusations, and a dog interrupting a finish line moment—alongside numerous behind-the-scenes roles that showcased the Games’ lighthearted, human side.
In Boston, 95-year-old Rosalie Julian stars on the Instagram account @riskyandthegiantpeach, where her warm, chatty interactions with two golden retrievers—Risky and Peach—have attracted a large following and offered a comforting, feel-good counterpoint to daily doomscrolling.
A viral Instagram clip shows four Golden Retrievers eagerly greeting a contractor at the door, sniffing and wagging as they surround him, with the owner joking that there are “just four” dogs, turning an ordinary visit into a playful, heartwarming welcome party.
A two-year-old Czechoslovakian wolfdog named Nazgul briefly joined the cross-country skiing team sprint qualifier, chasing the finish-line camera and delighting spectators as reporters noted the adorable intrusion while the race itself continued without incident.
Florida Rep. Randy Fine sparked outrage with a post saying, “If they force us to choose, the choice between dogs and Muslims is not a difficult one,” in response to Palestinian American activist Nerdeen Kiswani. The remark drew swift condemnation from across the political spectrum—including AOC, Gov. Gavin Newsom, Jake Tapper, and Megyn Kelly—with calls for censure and stripping him of committee assignments, highlighting ongoing Islamophobic rhetoric in some GOP circles.
Seven dogs from diverse breeds compete for Westminster's grand prize at the 150th Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show in New York, with handlers grooming and presenting entrants such as an Ibizan hound and a bloodhound ahead of judging.
A Fresno Humane Animal Services officer responding to four dogs abandoned at an orchard discovers two pregnant dogs and ends up rescuing 13 dogs in total. The two mothers and their puppies were transferred to Ruff Day Rescue, where the puppies eventually found forever homes, while an adult dog named Hope remained at the facility until she was adopted.
Berkeley health officials report a leptospirosis outbreak near the Eighth & Harrison encampment, with two infected dogs (one fatal) and recent rodent activity; as of Jan. 12 there were no confirmed human cases. Leptospirosis is rare in the U.S., spread mainly through infected animal urine and contaminated water or soil, not airborne, and while most people recover with antibiotics, serious cases can occur. There is a canine vaccine (and vaccines for other animals) but no human vaccine. Officials advise moving away from the red zone, disinfecting gear, avoiding mud and standing water, vaccinating pets, and seeking medical or veterinary care promptly if exposure or symptoms appear.
Two Instagram-famous Golden Retriever siblings, Cooper and Freya, mirror each other’s every move—from head tilts to yawns—in a doorway video that went viral for their flawless syncing.
Telegraph readers helped name two Canine Partners puppies from a litter of nine; Branston and Daphne were chosen from over 1,400 submissions, with Branston named by a reader and Daphne by another, and the dogs will be trained as assistance animals as part of The Telegraph’s Christmas Charity Appeal.
Jenny Lewis, the singer from Rilo Kiley, marked her 50th birthday by marrying her cockapoo Bobby Rhubarb. She shared wedding-style photos on X, including a gown, veil, and a cake with the message For better or worse I do. Guests included Phantom Planet’s Alex Greenwald, Morgan Nagler, and Ben Gibbard of The Postal Service, and Lewis and Gibbard performed Such Great Heights at the reception. Lewis has said adopting her dog helped her through a tough period in her forties; there’s no word on a registry or honeymoon, and she’ll join Rilo Kiley for reunion shows starting in May across the U.S. and Europe.
Three Preston dogs were confirmed as wolf-dogs (about 49% grey wolf and 51% Czechoslovakian wolfdog) and are now at Wolves of Wiltshire; UK ownership hinges on generation distance from a wolf, with first/second generations requiring a license and many breeders controversial. Wolf-dogs are challenging, needing space, experienced handlers, and wolf-like instincts, making them unsuitable as pets, unlike domestic dogs which descended from an extinct wolf lineage.
Scientists have discovered that a select group of gifted dogs can learn the names of new toys by overhearing their owners talk about them, demonstrating advanced cognitive abilities similar to those seen in humans and some other animals.
Researchers have found that certain 'gifted' dogs can learn the names of objects by overhearing conversations, demonstrating advanced social cognitive skills similar to young children, and suggesting that the ability to interpret complex social interactions predates language itself.