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Joseph Thomas was in his backyard in Bradenton, Fla., pushing his 4-year-old daughter, Jaydha, in the swing when two gun-wielding robbers approached, demanding money. Thomas says that Bella, the family's boxer, charged the shooting gunmen and, along with the family's other dog, Shiloh, scared the robbers off. According to ABC News in Tampa, the criminals shot the pool and shed, just feet from the swing set where Jaydha was playing. Fortunately, thanks to the help of the family dogs, both the young girl and her father are safe. ...

Rounding up our favorite animal stories, photos, and videos on the Web each week! Camel vs. Crocodile The battle for ultimate domination of the animal kingdom has begun in Australia. Who will win? Crocodiles or feral camels? [via Timesonline.co.uk] Do I Have To Wear Them? The New York Times tests and rates boots for dogs to help you better humiliate them. [via New York Times] We Wuv Our Cwitters Who took a Reuter's poll determining pet owners prefer V-day with their pets? You did! [via New York Post] Diabetes Defying Doggy When an elderly man went into hypoglycemic shock, his dog saved his life. His cat watched, yawned, then fell asleep. ...

Rounding up our favorite animal stories, photos, and videos on the Web each week! New Year's Barkin' Eve These pets are ready to party! Look through these photos to find pictures of animals as ready for 2010 as they are totally wasted. [via People Pets] Rescue, Ubu, Rescue! A dog saves his owners life by--you guessed it--scratching at the door. Yawn. In 2010, someone needs to teach a dog to use a defibrillator. [via MyFoxWausau.com] Manners, Mischa When Mischa Barton was denied access to Whole Foods for her dog, for once, a celebrity was treated like a normal person. [via NY Daily News] Gorilla Birthday Miracle Happy birthday to you. Happy birthday to ...