Rescue Dog Wants Chinese Food So Bad, and Honestly, We Get It
Rescue dog Chloe has come out of her shell, and her hilarious obsession with Chinese food shows just how comfortable she feels at home.
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Russel Moneva
Title: Content Creator/STRA Ambassador
Joined iHeartDogs: April 2024
Russel Moneva has spent more than 15 years sharing his life with dogs and nearly a decade loving cats, beginning with rescued pets his family took in and deeply cared for. He volunteers with HomeLife Media’s Free Spay and Neuter program and helps with weekly street-feeding efforts for stray dogs and cats in his community. Russel enjoys writing viral, heartwarming, funny, and rescue-focused stories that celebrate the special bond people share with animals. At home, he and his family care for four Labrador Retrievers, Luna, Skye, Kuzma, and Bruno, who make every afternoon walk feel like an adventure while fiercely protecting the people they love most. Russel believes the love pets give never truly leaves us, and that even after loss, the memories and joy they bring stay in our hearts forever.Articles by Russel Moneva
Kitten Is Raised by a Doberman and Starts Picking Up Some Very Doggy Habits
Once wary of cats, Diesel the Doberman forms an incredible bond with Wasabi, a stray kitten who grows up believing he's family.
Read More Heartwarming Dog StoriesFamily Says Dog Is Too Old, Then Rescuers Discover a Very Different Story
Chained for six years and cast aside for a younger dog, sweet Finn finally discovers comfort, companionship, and a loving home.
Read More Dog Rescue StoriesA Breakup Led Glen Powell to Rescue Dog Brisket, Who Quickly Stole the Spotlight
Glen Powell adopted rescue pup Brisket during a difficult chapter, and the tiny dog soon became a beloved star on the Twisters set.
Read More Heartwarming Dog Stories130-Pound Dog Decides He’s Done Hiking, So Deputies Give Him a 4-Mile Lift
A 130-pound dog became too exhausted to finish a mountain hike, so deputies carried him four miles through rugged terrain to safety.
Read More Heartwarming Dog StoriesEveryone Falls for This Awkward Dog Who Looks Like a Permanently Concerned Potato
Cashew's concerned little face made her a viral star, but her rescue story and lovable personality are what truly won hearts.
Read More Heartwarming Dog StoriesDog Sends an Entire Airport on a Chase Before Landing the Perfect Home
After a wild chase across an airport tarmac, stray dog Jet goes viral and finds the loving family he had been waiting for.
Read More Dog Rescue StoriesSenior Dog Greets Rescuers the Same Way Every Time, and It’s Not With Kisses
Spicy senior dog Tessa gets a fresh start after rescuers spend months helping her family and finally move her somewhere safe.
Read More Dog Rescue StoriesRescuers Find Puppy Wandering Alone With His Name Shaved Into His Fur
Puppy Ben was found alone with his name shaved into his fur. After no one came for him, he finally received the home he deserved.
Read More Dog Rescue StoriesStreet Dog Wanders Into a Quinceañera Photo Shoot and Finds His Place
A stray dog wandered into Olivia's fifteenth birthday photos, turning a carefully planned portrait session into a joyful memory.
Read More Heartwarming Dog StoriesSheltie Reunites With Firefighter Who Refused to Stop Looking for Him
Firefighters found Sheltie Milo unconscious in a burning home, then spent tense minutes reviving him before an emotional reunion.
Read More Dog Rescue StoriesMan Secretly Trains His Dogs for 8 Months for One Very Special Moment
Dan trained Brisket and Tomahawk for eight months so his beloved dogs could help him create an unforgettable mountain proposal.
Read More Heartwarming Dog StoriesFrightened Young Dog Found in Culvert Finally Has People She Can Trust
Young dog Addie is recovering in intensive care after being found shot and badly injured inside an Oklahoma City culvert.
Read More Dog Rescue StoriesTwo Orphaned Manatees Grow Stronger Together Until the Day Rescuers Dreamed About
Orphaned manatees Taiku and Dakiti return to the wild after three years of dedicated rehabilitation and lifesaving care.
Read More Dog Rescue StoriesPuppy’s First Mom Loved Him Enough to Make an Impossible Decision
After his mom faced cancer and surrendered him, puppy Alex found loving rescuers and a new family ready to cherish him.
Read More Dog Rescue StoriesPhotos Taken 432 Days Apart Show What Waiting Did to This Shelter Dog
After 432 days in a shelter, one-eyed dog Spinach finally finds the loving family his devoted rescuers never stopped hoping for.
Read More Dog Rescue StoriesHis Family Adopted a Puppy, but This Rescue Dog Is Pretty Sure It’s His Baby
Rescue dog Cactus treats new puppy Cowboy like his baby, cuddling him close as their beautiful bond melts hearts online.
Read More Heartwarming Dog StoriesShe Steals Your Socks and Then Flashes the Kind of Smile You Can’t Stay Mad At
Harney has traveled to 14 countries, but her sweetest adventure is the unexpected bond she formed with a man who never loved dogs.
Read More Heartwarming Dog Stories‘Hunks for Hounds’ Calendar Pairs Handsome Men With Dogs for a Very Good Cause
Philadoptables' 2027 Hunks for Hounds calendar pairs animal-loving men with adorable dogs to raise vital funds for pets in need.
Read More Heartwarming Dog StoriesAirman Had to Leave Her K9 Partner Behind, but Their Story Wasn’t Over
After serving together overseas, military dog Akim retires and reunites with handler Jenna Canada for a loving forever home.
Read More Heartwarming Dog StoriesPuppy Surrendered for Being Deaf Grows Up to Serve With the National Guard
Deaf shelter dog Axel joins the Michigan National Guard, bringing comfort, connection, and companionship to soldiers preparing to deploy.
Read More Heartwarming Dog StoriesDog Figures Out How to Call Mom at Work and Has a Lot to Say
A clever Bichon named Aly uses a special button to call her mom at work, leading to a sweet conversation when she misses her.
Read More Cute Dog StoriesBrad Pitt Reveals His Pack Has Grown and Explains Why Dogs Make Life Better
Brad Pitt reveals he welcomed a third dog, a rescue, while celebrating canine companionship at the Heart of the Beast premiere.
Read More Heartwarming Dog StoriesBunny the Talking Dog’s Mom Reveals What Years of ‘Conversations’ Have Taught Her
Bunny the Sheepadoodle uses 110 soundboard buttons to communicate, helping Alexis understand her needs, feelings, and even pain.
Read More Amazing Dog StoriesLittle Boy Meets Lonely Dog at Gas Station and Begs His Parents Not to Leave Him
A boy refused to leave a lonely Pit Bull at a gas station, leading his family to bring Clark home and give him the love he needed.
Read More Dog Rescue StoriesPuppy Who Couldn’t Take a Single Step Surprises Foster Mom by Walking Across the Room
Puppy Pudding once couldn't stand alone. Now, with support, patience, and plenty of determination, she's taking steps on her own.
Read More Dog Rescue StoriesRyan Reynolds and Hugh Jackman Meet a Pile of Puppies and Chaos Quickly Follows
Ryan Reynolds and Hugh Jackman share laughs, Marvel stories and puppy cuddles while meeting adorable adoptable dogs.
Read More Cute Dog StoriesDog Gets So Excited About His Favorite Things He Immediately Falls Asleep
Toast the Doodle has narcolepsy, causing surprise naps whenever he gets excited, even during dinner and playtime with his sister.
Read More Cute Dog StoriesDog Vanishes Without a Trace Until His Family Gets a Call 4 Years Later
Missing for four years, Owl is finally reunited with his Sedona family after a microchip helps police identify him.
Read More Dog Rescue StoriesSandra Bullock and Nicole Kidman Fall for Adoptable Pets and Make One Request
Sandra Bullock and Nicole Kidman share a sweet Dream Date with rescue kitten Pawla and puppy Tagliatelle and quickly bond.
Read More Heartwarming Dog StoriesChatty Italian Greyhound Has Something to Say About Absolutely Everything
Meet Pickle, the talkative Italian Greyhound whose daily chats and lovable personality fill his family's home with laughter and joy.
Read More Cute Dog StoriesCouple Puts a GoPro on Their Dog and Sees Their Wedding Through His Eyes
A beloved dog wears a GoPro at his owners' wedding, capturing touching moments with guests from his unforgettable point of view.
Read More Heartwarming Dog StoriesScientists Find Coyote DNA Hiding in the Chihuahua Family Tree
Chihuahua DNA reveals ancient genetic links to coyotes, offering a fascinating glimpse into the tiny breed's wild American ancestry.
Read More Dog News‘Frank the Tank’ Could Barely Move Until His New Family Changed Everything
Frank the Tank, a rescued Dachshund, is shedding pounds and gaining mobility, comfort, and happiness with his devoted family.
Read More Dog Rescue StoriesGiant Bullmastiff Has Absolutely No Idea He’s Too Big to Be a Lap Dog
Meet Meech, a 160-pound Bullmastiff whose love of cuddles, pajamas, and stuffed toys reveals the sweet heart behind his enormous size.
Read More Cute Dog StoriesCane Corso Abandoned for Being Too Gentle Discovers Something Worth Guarding
Rejected for being too gentle, Zen found a loving home and proved his courage when his family needed him most.
Read More Heartwarming Dog StoriesRunaway Pug Gets an Adorable Mugshot That Helps Police Crack the Case
Runaway Pug Bean lands at a police station, where her adorable "pugshot" goes viral and helps officers reunite her with her family.
Read More Cute Dog StoriesSomeone Tossed This Tiny Chihuahua Over a Dog Park Fence and Walked Away
Tiny Chihuahua Dolly survived eight hours alone after being tossed over a shelter fence. Now she is safe and preparing for a new home.
Read More Dog Rescue StoriesFormer Guide Dog Has Dad Trained to Tuck Her In Just Right Every Night
Oreo couldn't become a guide or therapy dog, but she found her perfect role bringing love and comfort to the family that adopted her.
Read More Heartwarming Dog StoriesShelter Flips the Adoption Process and Lets Dogs Choose Their Humans
A shelter flipped adoption day around, letting dogs choose their humans and helping four hopeful pups receive applications.
Read More Heartwarming Dog StoriesDog Discovered in a Cardboard Box Was Afraid of Everyone Until Her New Mom Arrived
Abandoned in a cardboard box, fearful Joon slowly learned to trust before finding a loving home with Christina and her family.
Read More Dog Rescue StoriesShelter Takes In a Breed They Don’t See Every Day, and She’s 99 Pounds of Fluff
Meet Ruby, a rare 99-pound Tibetan Mastiff whose gentle heart, intelligence, and incredible fluff are winning over her shelter.
Read More Dog Rescue StoriesSearch for Missing Police K9 Gael Ends With Good News
Miami Gardens Police search for K-9 Gael after he escaped his handler, was struck by a car and disappeared into the neighborhood.
Read More Dog Rescue StoriesTiny Pomeranian Has Never Had a Family Because She Spent Her Life Making Puppies
After three years in a breeding mill, tiny Pomeranian Seri is finally discovering comfort, freedom, family, and a life of her own.
Read More Dog Rescue StoriesPolice K-9 Is Home Recovering After Being Injured in the Line of Duty
K-9 Nike is recovering at home after being stabbed during a burglary arrest in Escondido, leaving him with seven facial wounds.
Read More Dog NewsGirl Scouts Are Launching Their First-Ever Cookie Just for Dogs
Girl Scouts unveil Patch Pals, their first dog cookies, plus allergy-friendly Sparkables for the 2027 cookie season.
Read More Dog NewsRescued Mama Dog Has So Many Puppies There Aren’t Enough Spots at the Milk Bar
Pregnant shelter dog Marina gave birth to 14 puppies, then found a rescue ready to help her entire family grow strong together.
Read More Dog Rescue StoriesFoster Dog Finds an Adopter on His Second Day, but There Was Just One Problem
A foster mom struggled to let Pillsbury go until a meaningful feather and an unexpected response helped her realize he was already home.
Read More Heartwarming Dog StoriesCurious Terrier Gets Tangled in Recliner and Needs Heavy-Duty Rescue
Maryland firefighters used the Jaws of Life to free Highway, a terrier trapped inside a recliner, before rushing him to a vet.
Read More Dog Rescue StoriesDog Rescued by U.S. Soldier Overseas Makes Incredible Journey to Rejoin Him
Soldier Jeremy Ferris reunites with Sadie, the stray dog who comforted him during deployment, after her rescue from Jordan.
Read More Heartwarming Dog StoriesOne-Eared Rescue Dog Van Gogh Paints His Way Into Thousands of Hearts
Van Gogh overcame a heartbreaking past to become a beloved rescue dog artist whose colorful paintings helped animals and inspired thousands.
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