“He stuck out his tongue at me as famous Einstein's photo.: These cats were photographed in Kagawa, Japan. (Masayoshi Yamamoto/Comedy Pets) Sign up for the Morning Brief email newsletterto get weekday updates from The Weather Channel and our meteorologists. T​he annual have arrived with some delightful pictures guaranteed to brighten any animal lover's day. We're not surprised that of the 25 photos on the final shortlist, many of them take place in the great outdoors. From a poodle frolicking in...

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At a Glance Dogs need exercise, even when temperatures soar above average.Owners should watch for signs of heat stroke.Swimming in safe water and pre-dawn or late evening walks are great for outdoor exercise.Indoor exercise options include day care, treat puzzles, and hide-and-seek. Sign up for the Morning Brief email newsletterto get weekday updates from The Weather Channel and our meteorologists. As summer heats up, dog owners are getting creative to exercise their four-legged family members. From to late-night walks to...

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A dog got injured after hiking Scafell Pike, England’s tallest peak. The Keswick Rescue Team got the pup on a stretcher and carried him down the 3,209-foot-tall peak. ...

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House cat was in no mood to mess with a fox. ...