Awesome Dogs

Get a jump on Halloween or scare off unwanted visitors year-round with this life-size replica of the Terror Dog from Ghostbusters, complete with light-up red eyes. Spirit Halloween sells this demonic latex and foam prop that measures 34.3″ high, 59.1″ long, and 38.6″ wide and weighs 48 pounds. They mention it should be placed in a covered area if outdoors.

The mighty Dog of Wisdom is back. A year to the day since his last appearance, the all-knowing canine is here to school a chihuahua on the value of a good bone. Then, our favorite animated wiener dog turns up to grant the Dog of Wisdom a wish.

We’ve featured a number of funny songs by The Kiffness, but somehow we missed this one when he posted it back in 2022. Instead of a cat making weird noises, this hilarious take on AWOLNATION’s Sail stars a dog that makes silly sounds while sleeping. Blame it on his floppy cheeks.

Mexico City is one of the world’s most dog-friendly cities, especially the charming Condesa neighborhood, where dogs outnumber people. At the pet-loving hotel Andaz Mexico City Condesa, canines live it up at the Rooftop Beer Garden & Canine Club. The indoor/outdoor hangout on the second-floor terrace caters to dogs and their humans.

What starts as an ordinary day in the city quickly descends into pandemonium when a gigantic wiener dog appears and starts crushing, crumbling, and chomping his way through the streets. Does the big dog with the stubby legs mean harm, or does he just want some snacks? Crusoe the Dachshund stars in this silly send-up of monster B-movies.

There’s no dog left behind on hikes with Chums’ Trail Dawg Waist Pack. Made from durable rip-stop nylon with a water-resistant finish, it’s got dual water bottle holders for a dog and a human or two dogs, a collapsible dog bowl, a pocket for treats, and a transparent phone sleeve with touch screen functionality.

Uncommon Goods sells this fun and fanciful chess set for opposing fans of felines and canines. The set comes with a folding game board that doubles as a storage box and a full set of handpainted cats and dogs wearing playful hats to represent their roles in the game.

It’s been eight years since we heard the all-knowing words of the Dog of Wisdom. Our favorite animated wiener dog is back, and he’s on a mission to fetch us a fresh new batch of wisdom. Perhaps this time, the true meaning of life will be revealed. Or at least a good punchline.

This home security camera keeps watch over your dogs when you’re away. Not only does it provide crystal-clear HD video and audio of your pup, but it also has a rotating treat-tossing mechanism you can activate remotely. Its audio sensors can alert you when your dog barks, and you can speak back via your phone to provide commands.

Drew Builds Stuff lives in Canada, so he’s used to harsh winter conditions. After an “unforeseen fireworks accident” destroyed his dog’s old outdoor shelter, Drew built his pooch a brand new dog house. The luxury dog dwelling looks like a mini-mansion, with electricity, LED lighting, a heated floor, and wi-fi connectivity.

Bored pets can be destructive pets. This electronic pet toy helps keep pets occupied by rolling around and lighting up autonomously. It has three levels of interaction, automatically pauses for breaks in between activity time, and has a built-in hole for hiding treats. Save 18% in The Awesomer Shop.

We never watched the anime Armored Trooper Votoms, but it looks pretty awesome. The main mech in the series was the ATM-09-ST Scopedog. Feeling inspired, maker DanCreator got to work building a cardboard replica of the mech’s cockpit that’s big enough for him to sit inside of. Now he needs to build a torso and legs.

Musician and streamer Drew on the Kit likes to take viral videos and improvise drum beats to them. We’ve compiled a few of our favorite clips into a YouTube playlist, including cats, dogs, birds, and people doing their thing with a new rhythm section. You can catch his live stream performances on Twitch.

A man in China built his dogs a palatial dog house and play place. It has a mansion with individual rooms, air conditioning, and pet bedding. Outside, there’s a clear corkscrew slide that his dogs love sliding down. Recently, he added a special observation deck for his cats so they can point and laugh at their canine pals.

This surreal and imaginative animated fantasy follows the story of an astronaut dog sent into space to investigate a seemingly dead planet. But when she arrives, she has a revealing encounter about her species’ past that could change their future forever. Written, directed, and animated by Jordan Speer.

Calligraphy is usually associated with fancy script handwriting on party invitations. But what if you’re throwing a party for your dog? Calligraphy expert Tohgutakumi has you covered. The artist created a hand-drawn typeface where every single letter is a dog. We’re kind of partial to the “Q” and “P.” He’s got a little something for cat lovers too.

Whether you just got yourself a puppy or you have an adult dog that misbehaves, training is essential. This series of three online courses will teach you about basic dog obedience, managing behavioral problems, and how to use your newfound skills for pet sitting. Sit, stay, and click to grab this deal from The Awesomer Shop.

You may have heard that dogs only see in black and white, or that one dog year equals seven human years. Both of those are untrue. Mental Floss host Justin Dodd looks at those and other misconceptions about our canine pals, and sets us straight on the facts.

While some dogs are very protective of their owners and territories, others aren’t quite as tuned into their guard dog instincts. Comedian Jonny Devaney plays the part of both dog and robber to show how different breeds might react to an intruder. His Golden Retriever impression was spot on.

After being adopted from a shelter, an innocent rescue dog discovers that its new home is haunted by the ghosts of the family’s prior pets. Joe Cappa’s weird and creepy animated short film has moments of humor but is definitely more horror than comedy. We also love the tagline “Are You Afraid of the Bark?”

Ukraine-based shop Flampic makes wonderful wooden desk lamps. Among their creative designs is this adorable dog lamp. Its articulated legs and tail let you pose it in a nearly endless variety of charming poses. Available with metal wing nuts or handcrafted wood hardware.

Help keep your dog visible on night walks or running around your yard with one of these bright LED collars from Illuminated Apparel. They have reflective stitching for added visibility, are water-resistant, and can run for up to a day on a charge. Available in blue, pink, or green, and S/M or M/L sizes.

Andrey Kazantsev of Dirt Customs makes amazing low-polygon-count metal animal sculptures. Watch as he welds together a wonderfully pointy Doberman sculpture from dozens of pieces of precision-cut metal. He ships internationally, and his contact info is on his Instagram page. That giant panda sculpture blew our minds.