Pug Riveted By Homeward Bound Ending, Us Too *Sniffle*

 

If you ever questioned the brilliance of dogs, get ready to have your mind BLOWN.

The ending of Homeward Bound may be one of the most feel-good movie moments ever — even the canine critics agree!  This precious pug watches for the first time and is RIVETED by every minute.

Watch the happy ending and how one ELATED pug celebrates!

 

 

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Betty Chu is a Digital Media Executive Producer for AnimalPlanet.com. Follow her on Twitter @beddychew or Facebook for the cutest animal posts EVER.

 

Prepare to CRY: Tornado Victim Reunited with Pet During Interview

 

We are all deeply saddened here at Animal Planet HQ over the devastation in the Oklahoma City area.  Our hearts go out to all the victims -- including family, friends and pets.

Watch this touching video where survivor Barbara Garcia is reunited with her dog. They took shelter together in the bathroom of her home when the monstrous twister hit.  Ms. Garcia never lost consciousness but she was separated from her precious companion in the aftermath and rubble.  Watch the reunion: 

 

Our friends at the ASPCA and the Humane Society of the United States have provided us with top pet preparation tips to ensure pet safety in disaster situations.  Get more tips on pet emergency preparedness from our Daily Treat blog >>

 

For more information on how you can help, visit:

Central Oklahoma City Humane Society - find our how to help displaced or injured pets.

Red Cross of Oklahoma City - You can donate online directly to help Oklahoma City. Or, find information on locating loved ones, finding hot meals, shelters and more.

The Salvation Army is providing food and emotional support to survivors. You can donate directly to their efforts here.

 

 

 

Cutest Puppy Ever Taunted By Owner, Goes Ballistic

 

... BALLISTICALLY CUTE, that is!  LOOK at this wittle guy:

Watch this puppy workin' hard for the money!  What a great role model of persistence, diligence and hard work, all with a smile on his sweet face!  Will he get his treat?!  Watch and experience the best minute of your day:

 

Visit the TOO CUTE show site for more CUTENESS >>

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Betty Chu is a Digital Media Executive Producer for AnimalPlanet.com. Follow her on Twitter @beddychew or Facebook for the cutest animal posts EVER.

It's Party Time at Animal Planet HQ with Cleo the Cat and Sandy the Dog

 

Prepare yourselves. Get ready to see the most AMAZING cat-dog dance duo of your lives. Thank you, Fab.com for introducing us to this fabulous pair, Cleo the cat and Sandy the dog — these are the coolest speakers you will ever own!

Just plug your iDevice into one of these guys, play your favorite tune (or, the song playing in the video) and watch them get down. Their hips don't lie. Watch:

 

 

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Betty Chu is a Digital Media Executive Producer for AnimalPlanet.com. Follow her on Twitter @beddychew or Facebook for the cutest animal posts EVER.

Shiba Inu Just Says NO to Kissyface

 

Sometimes Dad can get WAY embarrassing. And, this Shiba Inu has clearly had it. Sorry, pops! No kisses from Mari!

And, thanks to HuffPo, here's a translation of the video:

"Mari-kun, you are so cute, aren't you? Kissies!"
"Mari-kun, you're a handsome devil, aren't you? Kissies!"
"Mari-kun, you only have good sides. Let me kissie your best side. Kissies" (ring) "...you can go on ahead!"
"Mari-kun, kissies!"
"Mari-kun, kissies!"

 

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Betty Chu is a Digital Media Executive Producer for AnimalPlanet.com. Follow her on Twitter @beddychew or Facebook for the cutest animal posts EVER.

CUTE ALERT: Tumblr's TommyPom Patiently Waiting for Weekend [PHOTO]

 

We visited our friends at Tumblr HQ today in NYC and had the GREAT pleasure of meeting the ONE. The ONLY.  THE CUTEST - Tommy the Pomeranian! 

Even TommyPom is hard at work - checking email on his iPhone and posting to his Tumblr:

Someone who will go unnamed may have had a cute meltdown in the middle of their meeting ... But pretty sure Tommy is used to it.

Happy Weekend, friends!

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Betty Chu is a Digital Media Executive Producer for AnimalPlanet.com. Follow her on Twitter @beddychew or Facebook for the cutest animal posts EVER.

Pit Boss: Shorty's Top Dog: Mario Crowned Future Top Dog!

 

Mario has been settling into the family and training for many months now, learning all that he'll need to know to be a service dog to Shorty.  And, it's now time to decide if he's got the chops to take the spot of Top Dog someday, when Hercules retires.

Is Mario ready for this big role?! Shorty breaks down his decision - watch it now:

 

 

 Watch all the episodes at the Pit Boss: Shorty's Top Dog site >>

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Betty Chu is a Digital Media Executive Producer for AnimalPlanet.com. Follow her on Twitter @beddychew or Facebook for the cutest animal posts EVER.

Brave Puppy Survives Overwhelming Ordeal: Bath Time

 

You know you're cute when bath time is this ADORABLE. Watch this precious Golden Retriever get pampered and primped!  He's loving every minute!

This wittle Golden is such a good boy!  But, some pups aren't so into bath time, *ahem* Mario. He may not be into his ordeal but this video is just as CUTE:

Watch more adorable puppy clips of Mario, Shorty's Top Dog >>

 

 

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Betty Chu is a Digital Media Executive Producer for AnimalPlanet.com. Follow her on Twitter @beddychew or Facebook for the cutest animal posts EVER.

Pit Boss: Shorty's Top Dog: Mario Meets Adoring Fans at His First Pet Expo

 

It's pet expo day - which means GO TIME for Mario! Shorty takes the growing pup to his very first expo to see how he'll do around the loud, busy atmosphere and fans. This is one of the last big tests for Mario to see if he can handle the life of a service dog and being at Shorty's side 24/7.

If he doesn't do well with all the attention and people, he could be out of the running for Shorty's Top Dog!  Can he handle the pressure?  All the LOVE and adoration from the fans?! He's been a good boy, a GREAT boy, so far! ... See how he does in his big Final Exam:

 

 Watch the latest episodes at the Pit Boss: Shorty's Top Dog site >>

 

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Betty Chu is a Digital Media Executive Producer for AnimalPlanet.com. Follow her on Twitter @beddychew or Facebook for the cutest animal posts EVER.

Take a Break: It's Time for a Cat Nap

It's that time of day again. Where you find yourself reaching for your fourth cup of coffee but the caffeine just isn't doing the job. You're ready to curl up under your desk and take a nap.

Nope, we've never been there. Not at all.

So, because we all know you can't REALLY crawl under your desk for a nap, take 15 minutes to watch these adorable clips of animals getting some much-needed shut-eye. Yeah, you'll be jealous, but they're so cute, chances are you'll be laughing and awwing before you know it - and before you can talk yourself into just five minutes of resting your head on the desk...

Enjoy!