Austin Cannon

Austin is Daily Paws' associate editor. He loves his poodle, Riley, and has been known to play with cats on occasion, even though he's allergic to them. Other interests include ice cream, riding his bicycle, and the Kansas City Chiefs and Royals. He's won two certificates of excellence and one MUSE Medallion award from the Cat Writers' Association. He lives in Iowa.

austin.cannon@meredith.com

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Sunbathing Pitties Mayo and Olive Are the Unquestioned Champions of Summer Relaxation

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Who knew laying on the hard, hot pavement could look so nice?

6 Ways Our Pets Help Their Humans' Health, From Exercise to Diseases Detection

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We take care of their health, but they take care of us in a few ways, too.

Westminster Dog Show 2022: Trumpet Is the First-Ever Bloodhound To Win Best in Show

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He beat out a field of highly ranked dogs to become the first bloodhound to win in the show's 146-year history.

As Seresto Flea Collars Come Under More Scrutiny, Here's What Dog Owners Should Consider

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A Congressional subcommittee called for the Seresto collars to be recalled. Here's why—and what you should do next.

Freshpet Recalls Single Lot of Dog Food Potentially Contaminated With Salmonella

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So far, no illnesses have been linked to the recalled food, which was mistakenly shipped to retailers.

These 2 Cats Have Been Rehomed Twice—But Their Moms' Story Shows That We Never Stop Loving Our Pets

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Both of Penny and Lucy's moms did what was best for the cats when facing life's toughest challenges.

Watch This Laser-Focused Golden Master the Shortest-Ever Game of Fetch With His Tennis Ball Launcher

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Why would you let the ball travel more than a couple feet when you can just snag it in the air? (Over and over and over again.)

Watch This Man Try to Rescue 1 Stray Kitten—When Suddenly 12 More Adorably Surprise Him

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This is how you end up with a Honda full of 13 mewing kittens.

Behold the Hottest Dog Toy of the Summer: a Super-Large Ball That Provides Endless Fun

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How could you watch Radley and not want to experience that joy?

Watch This Laser-Focused Golden Master the Shortest-Ever Game of Fetch With His Tennis Ball Launcher

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Why would you let the ball travel more than a couple feet when you can just snag it in the air? (Over and over and over again.)

Watch This Man Try to Rescue 1 Stray Kitten—When Suddenly 12 More Adorably Surprise Him

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This is how you end up with a Honda full of 13 mewing kittens.

Behold the Hottest Dog Toy of the Summer: a Super-Large Ball That Provides Endless Fun

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How could you watch Radley and not want to experience that joy?

Westminster Dog Show 2022: How It Works, New Breeds, and How to Watch

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The Best in Show action begins June 21 on FS1.

Soak Up the Joy Watching These 10 Shelter Dogs' Incredibly Happy Reactions to Getting Adopted

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We're happy to provide a space for so many wiggly butts.

Watch Martha Snag Flying Discs so Fast the Camera Can Barely Record Her Breakneck Speed

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At no point in the video do Martha's feet touch the ground, so it's safe to assume she can indeed fly, right?

The U.S. Saw More Dogs and Cats Killed in Shelters Last Year, the First Increase in 5 Years

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Best Friends Animal Society's annual data showed that 8,000 more animals were euthanized last year compared to the pandemic-altered 2020.

Hal, the 'Walking Skeleton' Who Was Tied to a Tree for Days, Recovers and Finds His New Family

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Hal was so emaciated when he was rescued that the big goofball is now barely recognizable.

Watch This Poodle Puppy Cause Adorable Chaos When She's Left Home Alone

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Biscuit loves having run of the house. (Emphasis on run.)

100+ of the Best Old Lady Dog Names from Agnes to Winifred

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These are for the pups with old souls and wise eyes.

Monster the Dog Fell Overboard in Galveston Bay, so She Amazingly Swam 5 Miles Back to Shore

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That's a lot of doggy paddling.

Is Rawhide Bad For Dogs? How to Decide If This Treat Is Right for Your Pup

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Consuming rawhide risks choking and digestive problems, so talk with your veterinarian about whether it's OK for your dog.

Watch This Husky Get So Excited To Meet His New Best Friend, His Family's Newly Adopted Samoyed

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Hugo might be a bit of a grump sometimes, but the 10-year-old husky is getting along great with his new pal, Ice.

Are Bully Sticks Safe for Dogs? How to Ensure Your Pup Chomps Safely

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Bully sticks are great for dogs to munch on, but make sure they don’t bite off more than they can chew.

Jif Peanut Butter Recall: Make Sure Your Dog's Favorite Snack Isn't Tainted With Salmonella

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Some dogs love peanut butter more than we do, so make sure your stash isn't one of the products potentially contaminated with salmonella.

'She's Amazing': Former Stray Dog Saves Owner's Life When He Suffers from Stroke

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Bunny was able to run outside and bark for help when her owner fell to the floor.

Coco Is a Silly Dog Who Loves His People, So Why Has He Spent More Than 1,000 Days in a Shelter?

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He's a good boy who loves his KONG, but unfortunately he and many other dogs are so stressed by the shelter environment that they have a hard time meeting people.

How Much Does Dog Training Cost? It Depends on What Your Pup Needs

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Group classes are cheaper, but you can get more time with the trainer in a more expensive, individual session.

Watch Thor the Lab Take a Relaxing Dip in a Tub That Is Way Too Small for Him. It's Delightful

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Everyone knows the tub is too small! Everyone! But Thor loves the tub, so that's where he sits.

5 Reasons Dog Training Makes Life Better

Is Pet Insurance Really Worth the Cost?

300+ Cute Cat Names for Every Kind of Kitty

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