Most Famous Dogs in History

Hachiko.- the most faithful dog in the world was an Akita dog born on a farm near the city of Ōdate, Akita Prefecture (Japan). He is remembered for his remarkable loyalty to his owner, which continued for more than nine years after his owner's death. His owner Hidesaburo Ueno, a professor at Tokyo University, was returning home each day via train. Everyday at the same time, Hachiko would wait for him at the Shibuya Station (train station), to greet him and accompany him home. The pair continued the daily routine until May 1925, when Ueno did not return. The professor had suffered a cerebral hemorrhage, while he was giving a lecture, and died without ever returning to the train station in which Hachiko would wait. But Hachiko kept returning to Shibuya Station for nine years thereafter, still waiting for his master to return at the exact time the train arrives. Hachiko died on March 8, 1935 at the age of 11 based on his date of birth. He was found on a street in Shibuya. Laika.- one of the most famous dog we know of was Laika, the Soviet space dog, who became one of the first animals in space. Laika, was a stray dog from the streets of Moscow. In 1957 Laika was selected to be the occupant of the Soviet spacecraft Sputnik 2 that was launched into outer space. She was the first living being that traveled into space; but sadly, did not return alive, as the technology at the time did not allow for it. Laika died only a few hours after launch, 3 november 1957.

Nemo A534.- was was a German Shepherd dog who served in the U.S. Air Force during the Vietnam War. Nemo saved his owner’s Robert Thorneburg life by attacking 4 enemy gunmen, giving Thorneburg time to call for backup. He died in December 1972 at Lackland where his memorial kennels and stone stand today in his honor.

Balto.- was a black and white Siberian husky and sled dog, during a significant diphtheria epidemic in the Nome (Alaskan city) in the summer of 1924, Balto, along with other sled dogs raced across 650 miles of Alaskan wilderness to bring the diphtheria medication to Nome from Anchorage, (Alaska).Balto was named after the Sami explorer Samuel Balto. Balto died at March 14, 1933 (aged 14).

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Willy the Rescued Rottweiler

My name is Willy, I was raised on Treasure Island. This is where i learned to fish and dig in the sand, life was really good. My dad and I moved to Ohio and we fell on bad times. We lived in motels and he ended up in jail the summer of 2008. While he was in jail I was tied up outside for a month, I got really sick and prayed my dad would come back.He did come back, we were in a car accident and he went back to jail and so did I. I had been told I was diabetic and needed pokes to make me better. Now my bones hurt too from the accident. I was in jail then I ended up in a hospital. No one knew much about me except that I need pokes. I had lost everything. I could here peoples making telephone calls about me. Heard there might be a family that would take me.
Went for a ride and stayed at a place that had lots more guys like me. Then a lady picked me up and took me for another ride. I like riding, but was it ever going to end? I just kept praying for an angel to watch over me, then i met my new mom. We spent the night someplace that had tons of pillows. I was sick all night and kept having to go out. My mom was worried. I went to another hospital and they wished my mom luck. I needed to gain at least 25lbs.
Then another ride, except this was a little different. I was in the sky looking down at the cars, water, and boats. This is when life became good again. The next stop had a huge water bowl in the front yard and lots of sand, almost like home. My new dad took me for a boat ride just like old times. My new sister was not bad looking either. Neither was my human sister she can drive and takes me for rides. The old guy, well I was told I had to be careful of him. They needed me here you should have seen their yard before I came, I am an experienced landscaper. My mom is not real pleased when I help water her flowers, if I go in the pots it doesn't make a mess right?.

It's tought to sleep here. There are coyotes and loons up all night that I like to talk with. Finally, TV again and  a decend bed. They limit how much I watch. My dad does not realize how lucky he is that I take him fishing. I can catch the lures and lick the fish clean for him.

My new uncle Jim, who figured out I like to play nose ball.

Somedays I dont feel good and dont want to eat, my dad will cook for me, my mom sits with me on the floor.

Life got better, I tried to tell them about my old life, but we just don't communicate the same. Did you check out my physique? gained the 25lbs. My prayers were answered and there were lots of angles watching over me.

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Trending Dog Names of 2017

From year to year, the top trending dog name list, doesn’t change much, according to the reports classic traditional dog names remain the most popular names. Check out our list for most popular dog names for 2017, for those of you who want to find a cute, interesting or trending name for your new adopted dog, this is a great opportunity to get some ideas.

Top 10 Most Popular Male Dog Names :      

1.Max
2.Charlie
3.Buddy
4.Bailey
5.Cooper
6.Bear
7.Duke
8.Toby
9.Tucker
10.Rocky                                                                            

                                       Top 10 Most Popular Female Dog Names :

1.Bella

2.Lucy

3.Daisy

4.Lola

5.Luna

6.Molly

7.Sadie

8.Sophie

9.Maggie

10.Mia

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