Olympics

Dogs and cats can't help but feel left out whenever the Olympics roll around; without an official Pet Olympics, they are forced to watch from the sidelines as Olympians vie for medals they are capable of earning. You don't have to sit idle, though. Here you can learn about different sports and activities you and your pet can get involved in right at home and read inspiring stories featuring animals and sports. And, of course, we pay homage to the true Olympics with thorough coverage from the pet perspective.

Training & Behavior
 
golden retriever, dog in the sporting group

Sporting Group: Pet Olympians

Wondering who would be the Olympic athletes of the pet world? The dogs of the Sporting Group, of…
Photos & Videos
 
Italian Dog Breeds Slideshow

Italian Dog Breeds

Italy is beautiful, and so is the country's dogs. Click through to see a few Italian dog breeds…
News & Blogs
 
Record Breaking Dogs

Olympic Dogs

Have you ever thought what it’d be like if dogs were to compete in the Olympics? Sure there are…
Training & Behavior
 
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Indoor Dog Games

These boredom-busting activities will keep your pup stimulated (and you sane) when it's too hot for…
News & Blogs
 
equestrian games at olympics

Olympics: Equestrian Games

One of the two sports (sailing being the other) in the Summer Olympic Games in which men and women…
Training & Behavior
 
dog agility, comparable to track and field in the olympics

Video: Dog Agility & Olympics

Agility is a favorite sport among dog owners and a rewarding way to exercise with your pet. Both…
Training & Behavior
 
outdoor dog games for the olympics

Outdoor Dog Games

Do the upcoming Olympic Games have you inspired to get out and get active with your dog? Outdoor…
Health & Home
 
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Lose Weight with Your Pet

If your cat or dog has packed on a little padding lately, doing what's good for them can be just as…
Olympics
 
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Photos: Olympic Pet Parents

Medals may be won and lost, but pet ownership is a bond for life. That certainly rings true for…
Olympics
 
Kristian Ipsen

Meet Kristian Ipsen, Olympian

Yesterday, 19 year old Olympian Kristian Ipsen earned his first Olympic medal. Him and diving…
Photos & Videos
 
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Sports Pets Love

The 2012 London Olympic Games may be restricted to human athletes, but that is not to say that pets…