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Most famous for her role as Toto in The Wizard Of Oz, Terry the Dog was no one-woof wonder, also starring alongside Shirley Temple, Spencer Tracy and Joan Crawford.

Michael Phelps tied Mark Spitz's seven gold medal record by beating a Croatian competitior by only one hundreth of a second.

Despite its small size, the intrepid, strong, alert, intelligent, and affable spitz-type Swedish Vallhund's job was (and remains) watching, herding, and guarding cattle.

The American Eskimo Dog, also known as the American Spitz and nicknamed the Eskie, is known for its lovable, attentive, playful and watchdog breed characteristics.

Once called circus dogs, the snowy white Eskie makes a great family dog, alert watch dog, and competitor in obedience and agility. They come in three sizes.

Advertisers lined up to sign the 23-year-old after he won eight more gold medals at Beijing. Will he outshine Mark Spitz as a spokesman?

Marie-Helene Premont takes women's cross-country title at Fort William Mountain Bike World Cup on Saturday 7 June 2008 in Scotland.

Much research has been conducted on the necessity of human touch for healthy development. Touch therapy has helped pre-term infants gain weight.

You've come face to face with a black bear, and the only thing between you and the bear is a little dog. But when it's a Tahltan Bear Dog, you have nothing to fear.

Understanding the origins and purposes of dog breeds can aid in understanding their habits, care and training.

While some dog breeds are better equipped to survive the winter outside, all dogs have basic needs to meet in order for them to survive the cold winter months.

With the Beijing Olympics around the corner, it seems an opportune time to have a look at some of the star performers of previous Olympiads.

Given proper attention and care, the Keeshond makes a devoted and delightful pet for individuals and families.

The summer Olympics are always so much fun to watch, and now you can create a series of parties based on the Olympic theme.

In mid-November, the snow finally began falling in the Sierra-Nevadas around Lake Tahoe. Now the festivities can begin for skiers and non-skiers alike.

Kansas Charley watches the train carrying the bodies of the two boys he’d murdered pull out for Cheyenne, Wyoming. He then, strangely, buys a ticket for that same town.

When results happen and goals are reached, it can be tempting to get carried away when it comes to training - but be careful, overtraining will knock you back.

Two new herding breeds and a sporting breed competed in the 2009 Philadelphia dog show but a Scottie named Champion Roundtown Mercedes of Maryscot won Best in Show.

The Keeshond is a medium sized, non sporting dog that originated in Holland and has gained popularity in the United States as both a show dog and family companion.

The 133rd annual Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show on February 9-10, 2009 will bring the best of the American Champions to USA Network and CNBC.

Double Olympic Gold Medallist Rebecca Adlington has been awarded the 2009 Laureus World Breakthrough of the Year Award.

The Pomeranian is an adorable, small dog made popular by Queen Victoria.

The International Swim Center in Northern California is an affordable travel idea to see swim meets, synchronized swim shows, and use as a recreational swimming pool.

Being left handed in a right handed world can be a challenge. However, most lefties have found a way to accomplish and excel by taking advantage of their uniqueness.

When Walt Disney World decided to close forever the attraction known as Mr. Toad's Wild Ride, many fans reacted with protest.

The Pomeranian is without a doubt, among the most beautiful of dogs. They do have their problems, though, of which prospective owners should be aware.

The story of how a Finnish boy managed to become one of the greatest athletes of all time and a hero to his countrymen.

The repercussions stemming from the now infamous photo of Olympian Michael Phelps allegedly smoking pot at a college party have now begun.

In 2002, Time Magazine dubbed Sacramento as America's most integrated city. In part, this is what gives Sacramento its personality.

Michael Bay stumbles catastrophically in this neolithic and offensive excuse for entertainment.

Of Canada's four remaining recognized dog breeds, two are well known. Two survived near-extinction in the late 20th century, thanks to people determined to save them.

Once people visit Bhagawan Sri Sathya Sai Baba's Prasanthi Nilayam, the love and peace prevailing there make them feel reluctant to return back their home.