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iHeartDogs is reader-supported. When you buy via links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission at no extra cost to you. The best dog beds for Staffordshire Bull Terriers provide a warm place so your Staffordshire Bull Terrier doesn’t have to sleep on the floor. By investing in the right bed, you are protecting your furry friend’s spine and joint health. A bed is a place where dogs can feel secure and comfortable. Staffordshire Bull Terriers need beds … Read more
iHeartDogs is reader-supported. When you buy via links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission at no extra cost to you. The best dog beds for Shih Tzus provide a warm place so your Shih Tzu doesn’t have to sleep on the floor. By investing in the right bed, you are protecting your furry friend’s spine and joint health. A bed is a place where dogs can feel secure and comfortable. Shih Tzus need beds just like we do, which … Read more
iHeartDogs is reader-supported. When you buy via links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission at no extra cost to you. The best dog beds for St. Bernards provide a warm place so your St. Bernard doesn’t have to sleep on the floor. By investing in the right bed, you are protecting your furry friend’s spine and joint health. A bed is a place where dogs can feel secure and comfortable. St. Bernards need beds just like we … Read more
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Augustina, a tiny piglet, was found wandering around all by herself. She was thankfully saved by a rescue group in New Jersey. She was then transferred to Uncle Neil’s Home, a beautiful sanctuary that houses 75 farm animals. Quickly, a kind woman with Uncle Neil’s Home rescue became quite attached to Augustina. The piglet’s backstory is a total mystery. Piglets are rarely alone especially since they come from large litters. Maybe she was dumped there? It was strange indeed. Regardless, … Read more
A heartless family surrendered their 19-year-old dog Annie to the shelter. Initially, she could hardly walk. Annie’s human friends carted her from the shelter into their car to take her to her new foster home. Before their journey, the volunteers stopped and got Annie some burgers. Annie was so excited and ate them right up! Lauren, Annie’s foster mom, saw Annie’s photo online and knew instantly that she had to foster her. Annie didn’t know it yet, but she was … Read more
When a five-month-old puppy wandered away from his Bang Pu, Thailand home and couldn’t find the way back, this brilliant dog sought help at a place he recognized—his veterinary clinic! As dogs will sometimes do, the Thai Ridgeback puppy slipped out onto the streets alone and got lost. And though he couldn’t find his home again, when the pup spotted the Putahracsa Veterinary Clinic, he knew he’d found somewhere familiar that could help him reunite with his mom. While most … Read more
The Gentle Barn, a sanctuary for animals, has raised many abused animals over the years and given them better lives. One of their famous residents is a cow named John Lewis Thunderheart (or just Lewis for short). Lewis’ mom was killed at a slaughterhouse, leaving him with no one to look after him. He suffered from pneumonia and needed special care as a result. So, the Gentle Barn took him in and nursed him back to health. But little did … Read more
A dog named Elsie was rescued from the streets of Tijuana, Mexico. She was emaciated and pregnant. The California-based rescue group worked tirelessly to find Elsie the perfect forever home… and they did with Sandrine and her husband, but it wasn’t an easy feat. Sandrine wanted to adopt a dog for a long time but her husband wasn’t really rosy on the idea. He eventually gave in and met a few dogs his wife liked but didn’t feel a connection. … Read more
The mother and her puppy sat alone in the vast, dry desert skeptical of the world around them.
The loving dog is so giddy with happiness that she can barely hold back her smiles as she tends to her precious “baby”!
The moment the baby owl hears the special whistle, he grows alert and races across the yard with his quirky hops!!
When bushfires began blazing through their habitat in Australia, many koalas started searching for water in nearby backyards. Quasi the koala frequently visits one particular family’s property when it’s extremely hot and he’s hankering for a drink. He does it so often that Rusty, the family’s dog, and Quasi have become best friends. In fact, it happens so frequently that the family was able to capture a particularly adorable video that has since gone viral. The adorable interaction begins with Quasi … Read more
Nala came to her foster family after her parents split up. She was covered in mange causing her to lose half of her fur. She was in constant pain. Her paws were too soft for her age, which was a sign that she didn’t go outside much. It was as if she didn’t have a chance to be a real dog. The sweet pup quickly became attached to her foster parents. She had all this love to give and wanted … Read more
Pets seem to sigh heavily quite often for individuals who don’t have to pay bills or do chores. Yet, we still pamper them no matter how lazy they are. But what if they could maintain their laidback lives while earning a little money off it? PetSmart recently announced a dream job for dogs and cats alike, and their humans will be pleased with the benefits. The popular pet supply company is looking for two “chief toy testers,” one dog and … Read more
Maui and Ruby, the sweetest dogs, met baby Eric as soon as he came home from the hospital. The love they felt for him was instant, but their love grew even more as days went by. They quickly became Eric’s guardians. The dogs watched Eric as he slept to ensure he was safe. They snuggled with him whenever they could. They took in his scent and all the love he had in his precious baby heart. They knew Eric would … Read more
Swearing-in ceremonies are a big deal for new police K9s. At least, they should be. All the humans who attend these events think it’s a serious occasion, but for the dog that’s being recognized, it’s just a normal day off work. For K9 Ghost at the Glynn County Police Department in Georgia, his swearing-in ceremony was all fun and games for him. Instead of closely listening to everything he agreed to, he just wanted to play! A viral video of … Read more
Damon, a dashing Pittie mix, came in to care at Cincinnati Animal CARE as a lost dog. But despite their best efforts to find his family, nobody came to claim him. So naturally, he was put up for adoption. Damon spent many many months waiting for the perfect forever family to come along, but it just hadn’t happened for him yet. But since Cincinnati Animal CARE is a shelter that’s often at critical capacity, dogs are sometimes rotated into the employees’ … Read more
When Hill Country Humane Society in Buchanan Dam, Texas, took in an injured dog, they decided to name him Messiah. Why? Because it was an absolute miracle that he had even survived. The two-year-old Great Pyrenees mix had been shot, not once, but eight times, in multiple places all over his body, including his face. Now, they’re hoping they can find out who committed this awful act of animal cruelty. Animal control officers responded immediately when they received the call reporting that … Read more
After the brutal murders of University of Idaho students Kaylee Goncalves, Maddie Mogen, Xana Kernodle, and Ethan Chapin on November 13, police discovered Kaylee’s dog, Murphy, closed inside her third-floor bedroom. Murphy was unharmed. Since his mom’s murder, Murphy has been living with Goncalves’ ex-boyfriend Jack Ducoeur. And now, Ducoeur has created an Instagram for one-year-old Murphy, where he can share his life and remember Kaylee with others. The account went live earlier this week and has already gathered more … Read more
The results are in, and it’s official! According to Guinness World Records, the world’s oldest dog is now Spike, a 23-year-old Chihuahua. At the end of 2022, Gino, a 22-year old mixed-breed, was crowned the oldest. But Spike has now taken the title. Spike may be small, but he has a lot of attitude, and he’s living his long life on a farm in rural Ohio. Ten years ago, Rita first laid eyes on the tiny little guy while he … Read more
It’s no secret that dogs cost money, especially when it comes to veterinary visits. From routine vaccinations to serious illness or injury, there are thousands of reasons dog owners seek medical help for their dogs each year – and pay a very pretty penny for it. Although all dog owners should be ready to handle emergencies, understanding your breed’s common health problems (if they have any) is important when making day to day decisions about your dog’s health. If … Read more
Greta adopted Duncan after her dog suddenly passed away. Duncan desperately needed a home. He was placed in the animal control shelter in Chicago when his owner was involved in an altercation. Duncan’s mom explains in the video that he may just be the quirkiest dog ever. He eats rain and snow after barking at the sky for allowing it to fall (and it’s the cutest thing to witness). He’ll stand up and drink from a water fountain or go … Read more
Toni and her daughters, MacKenna and Kerrigan, were looking at shelter dogs online. Toni’s youngest came across Rosie, a sweet girl who desperately needed an adoption commitment ASAP or she would be euthanized. The girls knew instantly that they needed to help Rosie before it was too late. They wanted to bring her home. Soon after the girls saw Rosie online, they went back to the shelter’s site. That’s when it said, across Rosie’s photo, that she was no longer … Read more
The footage was all caught on video and luckily, things did not get out of hand!
The footage was all caught on video and luckily, things did not get out of hand!
Starving Dog Found In A Rundown Garage Yard Wags Her Little Tail As They Approach Arnia was one of four dogs found and rescued by Howl Of A Dog from a rundown garage yard. Her condition was heartbreaking as she lay there on a pile of tiles all emaciated, dehydrated, and anemic. But there’s a reason >>
Do you suspect your dog has an ear infection? What are the signs you should look for? What should you do if you suspect that your dog has an ear infection? Are there ways you can prevent your dog from getting ear infections in the future? Unfortunately, ear infections are common in dogs, and some breeds of dogs are more prone to ear infections than others. Dog breeds with long, droopy ears like Beagles, Poodles, and Cocker Spaniels are at … Read more
Rescuers saw what appeared to be an old dog running around the streets of Bali. It was obvious that the pup had severe mange that turned her skin to stone. The rescuers spent 30 minutes chasing the dog around, but thankfully they eventually captured her and named her Jimba. Once Jimba was at the vet’s office, the doctor revealed her real age. She was only a year old! They were completely floored! The vet put the puppy on medication, and … Read more
Shelters and rescues work hard to make sure adoptable dogs go to the best homes possible. But the first potential adopters aren’t always the best match for one reason or another. A large puppy named Ronald quickly realized that was the case after 14 of his adoptions fell through. Ronald’s failed adoptions were nothing personal. The families chose to pass on him because of his size and energy level. Of course, he was disappointed, but he knew he’d rather wait … Read more
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Stacy and Marie found a Pit Bull with a jar stuck on his head. They were desperate to help him but the jar wouldn’t budge. One of the ladies called her husband and asked him to come quickly with sheers. When the Pit Bull was freed, he finally relaxed. The poor pup, now aptly named Jughead, hadn’t eaten or had water in at least a week. It was time to get this boy healthy! Marie brought him back to her … Read more
Stacy and Marie found a Pit Bull with a jar stuck on his head. They were desperate to help him but the jar wouldn’t budge. One of the ladies called her husband and asked him to come quickly with sheers. When the Pit Bull was freed, he finally relaxed. The poor pup, now aptly named Jughead, hadn’t eaten or had water in at least a week. It was time to get this boy healthy! Marie brought him back to her … Read more
Surveillance cameras captured the moment when a child stole a four-month-old Boston terrier puppy named “Pip” straight out of his cage. Footage revealed that two different adults, a man and a woman, assisted in the theft. The incident occurred around six in the evening at The Left Paw, a New York pet store, and has left the employees devastated, and deeply concerned for the young pup’s safety. In the video, you can see the young boy enter the Hyde Park … Read more
The couple left Jodie in the temporary care of a family member, who then sold the dog without the couple knowing. They spent the next 2-years desperately trying to find her.
For 18-months, the boy had been saving up spare change in hopes of saving enough to buy a puppy. But Grandma’s gesture made him cry and >>
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It sure was a rough start to life for a sweet rescue pup named “Sanctuary.” He and two of his brothers were discovered after being discarded in a cardboard box on the street. They were obviously injured, underfed, and exhibiting neurological symptoms. But now, he’s happy, healthy, and has a snazzy wheelchair that helps him get around. Both of his brothers have already been adopted, but Sanctuary is still looking for his forever family just shy of a year after … Read more
People love to travel with their pets. You can jet away on an airplane with your dog, strap them into the backseat of your car, and even pull them behind you in a trailer while you pedal your bicycle. But it’s not every day that you see a 75-pound German Shepherd sharing the seat of a motorcycle with their mom. Almost everyone who passes them does a double-take. Jess Stone, a content creator and businesswoman originally from Canada, is riding … Read more
Make a Difference Dog Rescue in Detroit has faced several break-ins at its shelter, and a recent incident caused four dogs to go missing. The rescue does everything it can with the money that’s donated, but caring for homeless dogs is no easy task. Luckily, the community came together to locate the four dogs, but the employees feared more break-ins would occur if they didn’t make serious changes. So, an anonymous donor offered $500,000 toward building a more secure facility … Read more
When a dog named Max laid eyes on a tiny lamb, all bets were off. The lamb was crying after her mama rejected her and needed someone like Max to fill that void. Max fell in love with the little lamb named Beau and decided to adopt her. She became the perfect surrogate mom. Beau was born a month late and from the start, her mom wasn’t interested in her. Max looked at her in the enclosure as she cried, … Read more
The homeless man was desperate and needed help fast. Luckily, an angel appeared when he need it the most.
California is no stranger to the happenings of wildlife. With a vast array of landscapes and sprawling neighborhoods taking over much of the area, Tujunga, California sits within the borders of Los Angeles. Despite the bustling city life, wildlife still calls the city it’s home. Unfortunately, that spells trouble for many four-legged family members. One family learned this lesson the hard way when their Doberman was recently the victim of a brutal attack. A Sneak Attack Just Before Dawn The … Read more
The loyalty of dogs to their human loved ones is seen in the numerous stories of dog parents. Ask them and they will share stories of how their pup kept bouncing back up after anything life threw at it, whether or not it was understood by its owner or handler. Every single day, deep down inside, there are things that remind us everything is going to be ok. This heartwarming story provides a small ray of light in our lives … Read more
She ran down the stony mountains with the ‘dying’ 47-pound Pit-Bull body in her arms. She was exhausted but never gave up.
Giving CBD to your Havanese for the first time can be confusing and intimidating. Over the last 5 years, CBD has exploded onto the scene, with many low-quality brands popping up to make a quick buck. How can you determine whether a CBD product is safe and effective for your Havanese? We’ve created this guide with 5 vital tips for buying CBD for your Havanese. Tip #5, in particular, might really surprise you! 1. Does the CBD Oil You’re … Read more
Giving CBD to your Greyhound for the first time can be confusing and intimidating. Over the last 5 years, CBD has exploded onto the scene, with many low-quality brands popping up to make a quick buck. How can you determine whether a CBD product is safe and effective for your Greyhound? We’ve created this guide with 5 vital tips for buying CBD for your Greyhound. Tip #5, in particular, might really surprise you! 1. Does the CBD Oil You’re … Read more
Giving CBD to your Great Dane for the first time can be confusing and intimidating. Over the last 5 years, CBD has exploded onto the scene, with many low-quality brands popping up to make a quick buck. How can you determine whether a CBD product is safe and effective for your Great Dane? We’ve created this guide with 5 vital tips for buying CBD for your Great Dane. Tip #5, in particular, might really surprise you! 1. Does the … Read more
Giving CBD to your Golden Retriever for the first time can be confusing and intimidating. Over the last 5 years, CBD has exploded onto the scene, with many low-quality brands popping up to make a quick buck. How can you determine whether a CBD product is safe and effective for your Golden Retriever? We’ve created this guide with 5 vital tips for buying CBD for your Golden Retriever. Tip #5, in particular, might really surprise you! 1. Does the … Read more
Giving CBD to your German Shepherd for the first time can be confusing and intimidating. Over the last 5 years, CBD has exploded onto the scene, with many low-quality brands popping up to make a quick buck. How can you determine whether a CBD product is safe and effective for your German Shepherd? We’ve created this guide with 5 vital tips for buying CBD for your German Shepherd. Tip #5, in particular, might really surprise you! 1. Does the … Read more
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