Sputnik, a Shiba Inu, had more than enough legroom during her Alaskan Airlines flight last week as she chewed her way through the metal gate of her kennel, as the adventurous pup left the crew in ...

Soviet scientists have said this will be done by 1960. Meanwhile, Sputnik II - the second earth satellite - orbited around the earth with a live dog aboard as the first space traveler.

Laika, the dog that died in Sputnik, has caused a ripple of compassion the world over, even as compassion may be excited when any life is sacrificed for whatever reason. The sacrifice of Laika, how ...

Others were impressed and amused by Sputnik's escape. EJ191 said the dog must have been thinking "ma'am this was NOT first class" and the original poster replied "That is exactly her vibe." ...

Though the little dog holds the unique distinction of being one of the first animals in space, it was no consolation as she blasted away from earth, as the lone passenger aboard the Sputnik 2 ...

Sputnik has a retro feel inside as pictured on March 19, 2024. ... He won’t get rid of “sacred cows” such as the hand-dipped corn dogs, the Cubano, and poutine, he said.

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In total, there have been seats for 57 dogs in USSR space flights, though some dogs have flown multiple times. Sputnik 2, the first canine — or live animal — orbital flight, was about in the ...