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Chip Caray and Brad Thompson wear the cones of shame on the St. Louis Cardinals broadcast. Credit: Cardinals.TV; MLB

St. Louis Cardinals announcers wear cones of shame for dog day

It was the annual Purina Pooches in the Ballpark celebration at Busch Stadium.

By Matt Clapp OnApr 25, 2026 0
Bo Nix and Kirk Herbstreit

Kirk and Peter Herbstreit helped Bo Nix get over his fear of dogs

"I just think when I was little I got attacked by one, and I didn't know any better."

By Sean Keeley OnDec 27, 2025 0
Ben the golden retreiver

Kirk Herbstreit remembers golden retreiver Ben on anniversary of dog’s passing

"It was one year ago today that we had to let Ben go."

By Sean Keeley OnNov 8, 2025 0
Air Bud

‘Air Bud’ legacy sequel cast set for 2026 theatrical release

Shockingly, Peter Herbstreit is not involved in the project.

By Sean Keeley OnOct 9, 2025 0
Kirk Herbstreit's dog Logan takes a dump on College GameDay

Kirk Herbstreit’s dog Peter interrupts Pat McAfee kicking contest on ‘College GameDay’ with surprise poop

"Now through manure, great things grow. Will Peter's poop grow you $250,000?"

By Brendon Kleen OnAug 30, 2025 0
Paul Finebaum tried to take a call from a man in Arkansas named Tim. Instead, it was Tim's dog, whose persistent barking was the star. Photo Credit: SEC Network

Tuesday’s Paul Finebaum Show went to the dogs

"I promise you a dog biscuit will cure this problem."

By Michael Dixon OnJun 24, 2025 0
Kirk Herbstreit and golden retreivers

Kirk Herbstreit confirms ‘College GameDay’ golden retriever plans

The Herbstreit golden retrievers are legion.

By Sean Keeley OnJun 16, 2025 0
NHL Stanley Pup

NHL sets date for Stanley Pup 2025 rescue dog competition

The second annual competition between rescue dogs premieres June 6 at 7 p.m. ET on TruTV.

By Sean Keeley OnMay 20, 2025 0
NFL Network showing up-for-adoption puppies on Day 3 of the 2025 NFL Draft.

NFL Network’s use of puppies on draft coverage again drew praise

Puppies hailing from schools ranging from "Bowl Miss" to "Ruff-gers" took part in NFL Network draft coverage this year.

By Andrew Bucholtz OnApr 27, 2025 0
Anthony Rizzo Kevin Sean Casey

Anthony Rizzo’s dog steals show on ‘The Mayor’s Office with Sean Casey’ podcast

"Rizz, does Kevin still have a big following on Instagram? Doesn't he have more followers than you?"

By Arthur Weinstein OnMar 8, 2025 0
Kirk Herbstreit and Ben his golden retriever.

Kirk Herbstreit gives worrying health update on his dog Ben

"If you’re a spiritual person I’d love for you to pray for my boy."

By Andrew Bucholtz OnNov 4, 2024 0
Ben Herbstreit relaxing at Raising Cane’s.

College Football

In Austin, Ben Herbstreit meets his adoring fans. Kirk is there, too.

Jan 8, 2024; Houston, TX, USA; Ben, the dog of ESPN analyst Kirk Herbstreit, stands on the field before the 2024 College Football Playoff national championship game between the Michigan Wolverines and the Washington Huskies at NRG Stadium.

Al Michaels finds himself ‘in love’ with Kirk Herbstreit’s dog Ben

"I've never had a pet in my life or a vegetable, but I'll have a pet before I have a vegetable."

By Sam Neumann OnSep 11, 2024 2
ESPN analyst Kirk Herbstreit walks his dog Ben before the 2024 College Football Playoff national championship game between the Michigan Wolverines and the Washington Huskies at NRG Stadium.

Kirk Herbstreit fires back at ‘moron’ critics of his golden retriever Ben

"He’s my best friend. Love him like a family member-Because he is."

By Sean Keeley OnSep 2, 2024 14
Ben Herbstreit and Uga

How Kirk Herbstreit’s dog Ben won over Al Michaels

"I get a video of Al videotaping Ben. He thought it was the funniest thing."

By Sean Keeley OnDec 10, 2023 1
Kendrick Perkins barking like a dog on NBA Countdown.

Kendrick Perkins barked like a dog on ESPN’s NBA halftime show

Perkins barked several times leading into his point about Sixers' players being dawgs.

By Andrew Bucholtz OnDec 2, 2023 0
Charles Barkley ranting about Congress on Inside the NBA

Charles Barkley throws serious shade at cat lovers: ‘Not a real pet.’

"Old women have 'em."

By Brandon Contes OnApr 24, 2023 4
The Blue Jays' Mark Shapiro with his dog, Cleoh.

Toronto Blue Jays’ president Mark Shapiro had his dog Cleoh pop up in the middle of his press conference

Shapiro's press conference had a surprising guest come into frame.

By Andrew Bucholtz OnOct 18, 2021 0
Bobby Valentine on Cameo.

Bobby Valentine left his phone on after filming a Cameo, and the footage he submitted caught him abandoning dog poop

"Why did he do doo doo again? Same place, right in the front yard. ...We're going to have to start bringing a bag."

By Andrew Bucholtz OnAug 18, 2021 0
Andrew Cotter announcing his dogs playing.

Andrew Cotter calls dogs Olive and Mabel vying for possession of a cloth rabbit: “No mercy from the younger dog!”

"20 seconds to go now, Olive closing in on victory, and that coveted prize of being told she's a very good dog."

By Andrew Bucholtz OnApr 9, 2020 0
Shannon Sharpe on those milds.

Shannon Sharpe will be part of Fox Sports’ coverage of Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show

Fox is adding more of its personalities to the Dog Show

By Ken Fang OnFeb 6, 2018 1
ESPN's Dave McMenamin rescued this dog Tuesday.

ESPN reporter Dave McMenamin rescues stray dog, takes him to shelter, puts out call to adopt him

McMenamin saw a stray dog in traffic near the Spurs' arena, rescued him, took him to a shelter, and put out a call to adopt him.

By Andrew Bucholtz OnJan 23, 2018 2

Did you know Mike Emrick once called the NCAA Tournament and the NFL? Even dogs in his back yard?

NFL! NCAA! Did you know?

By Ken Fang OnMay 26, 2017 4

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