Did you know…

One dog holds the record for the world’s loudest bark.

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What happens when you mix Wimbledon’s tradition with England’s love for dogs? Chaos, apparently!

A recent experiment to train dogs as ball boys and girls at Wilton Tennis Club in London served up hilarious results. While the dogs aced their agility tests and raced across the court with enthusiasm, there was one small problem: they just couldn’t resist keeping the tennis balls.

Organizers found that fetching was only half the battle. The real challenge came when the pups refused to give the balls back, turning every retrieval into a game of tug-of-war. Treats and coaxing helped, but by then, the balls were slobbery and, let’s face it, a bit worse for wear—not exactly match-ready.

Despite the setbacks, the dogs’ enthusiasm was undeniable. “It’s fair to say it was a work in progress,” admitted organizer Steven Mendel. While the program isn’t ready for Wimbledon yet, the dream of dogs sharing the sidelines isn’t off the table.

Could your dog handle the pressure of a high-stakes match?

Meet this week’s DOTD, the gorgeous Golden Girls, Birmingham, Jersey, and Georgia! These three adorable goldens love chasing tennis balls (perhaps Wimbledon is not in their future either!), swimming in the pool, and of course taking plenty of naps. We think you girls deserve all the naps you want!

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Ever wonder if your dog’s goofy antics are more than just random behavior? Science suggests they might be intentionally trying to make us laugh!

Recent research by Veronika Konok of Eötvös Loránd University reveals that dogs are deeply attuned to our emotions, reacting not just to words but to the tone and feelings behind them.

Studies show that dogs are more likely to gobble up treats when praised in a cheerful voice but hesitate when scolded. This highlights how our furry companions respond to our joy—and perhaps even aim to spark it. Another study found that dogs' brains light up more in response to happy sounds, indicating they’re not just passive observers but active participants in our emotional lives.

Interestingly, this emotional connection helps explain why dogs excel as therapy and service animals. Their ability to read and respond to human feelings makes them naturals at lifting our spirits. And those laugh-out-loud moments we share? Dogs might treasure them as much as we do, tying emotion to memory.

So next time your pup’s clumsy zoomies leave you in stitches, take a moment to appreciate their comedic flair.

Does your pup make you laugh?

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🤔 Did You Know: The loudest recorded dog bark was 113.1 decibels (dB), by a golden retriever named Charlie.

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