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There is a large body of scientific evidence to support that dogs do indeed love their people. Every dog owner knows this to be true. Puppy love is the real deal, and our dogs prove it to us every day with these 8 fur ball ways of saying, “I love you.” #1 – Puppy Kisses One of the most obvious ways that our pups show they care is by licking our face, hands, and feet. The American Kennel Club says that dogs … Read more
The vet can be a nerve-wracking place for both people and pooches. Our dogs anxiously whimper and pace, smelling the stress of other pup patients. Our cats dodge their carriers, dreading the thought of a car ride, let alone a shot. And we do our best to calm our pets down, sometimes nervous, ourselves, at the prospect of some diagnosis or even an unexpected vet bill! That’s why we appreciate these veterinary offices that lighten the mood with their hilarious signs. … Read more
We can all agree that we love our dogs like family, but do you prefer the company of your canine companions over your human family members? You may be afraid to admit this out loud, but for the record, we can totally relate! Dogs are our best friends, confidants, and furry family members, and their love and loyalty is unconditional and everlasting. They don’t judge, they’re always happy to see us, and they never, ever let us down – even … Read more
One day, a family in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania packed up their things and moved away. But they left something very important behind: a sweet brown dog. The dog continued to sleep on the porch, just outside the home he knew. His family never returned for him. Still, he waited. Janine Guido, founder of nearby Speranza Animal Rescue (“Speranza” means “hope” in Italian,) received several calls from neighbors about a dog left behind. No one knew much more outside of that, she told … Read more
Dogs are very protective over their loved ones, but those loved ones are typically just humans and other dogs. However, Molly the Beagle loves a baby possum! Molly recently had a litter of puppies that died at birth, which was heartbreaking for her. While she was looking for her puppies, she came across a baby possum that had been abandoned by her own mother. Without hesitation, Molly took her in. Molly lives on a farm in Australia, so she’s used … Read more
Ruby Shorrock is only 24-years-old, but she has already managed to graduate veterinary school, open a revolutionary new clinic, and selflessly serve the pets – and humans – of her community. The young vet is an inspiration to the homeless men and women she helps, as well as the entire veterinary community who have taken notice of her service and begun to spread the goodwill. A photo posted by The Trusty Paws Clinic (@trusty_paws) on Sep 4, 2015 at … Read more
As three hikers made their way through a secluded section of Australia’s Mt. Glorious National Park, they heard a splashing sound from a creek bed up ahead. They approached carefully and quietly, expecting to see a kangaroo or a platypus, but were stunned when they saw a chubby dog struggling to free herself from the water instead. The hikers created a noose from rope and a long stick to pull the dog from the freezing water. The well-fed, … Read more
The city of Soledad de Graciano Sanchez, Mexico is taking steps to ensure the health and wellbeing of it’s animals in 2019. And not just the pets kept in homes, but the strays that wander its streets, too! According to local officials, there are an estimated 300,000 stray dogs roaming the city that are in need of basic care. Instead of looking the other way, the city government is working hand-in-hand with its dog-loving citizens to provide for these homeless … Read more
Samson the Newfoundland is a well-mannered dog who seldom causes difficulties. However, those shredded pillows that appear around the home occasionally cause Mother to get angry with him. Fortunately, Samson has his little sister Sierra on his side, utilizing her legal expertise as an expert attorney – his adorable younger sister! 😂 Image/Story (Screenshot) Credit: Rumble Viral via YouTube Video Sierra dotes on Samson, and would not tolerate anyone chastising her giant furry brother when she is around. So … Read more
Lee Asher is no ordinary man. He rescues hard-to-place dogs and fosters them. During their stay at his home, he works with the ones that are “unadoptable.” When Lee heard about an aggressive Chihuahua named Kai languishing in the shelter, he drove to meet him. Kai had been growling and lashing out so much that he was even separated from his own brother after the two of them were found together on the street. Lee reached his hand out to … Read more
Sadie was originally thought to be a “generic mutt” by her previous owner and given away to the shelter. Sadie is actually a Border Collie-German Shepherd cross with many remarkable qualities, such as intelligence, agility, and eagerness to please humans. However, all of these wonderful characteristics were ignored because Sadie wasn’t considered purebred. Fortunately, Edmonton woman Casi Hofstede found her and gave her the loving home she deserved. Image (Screenshot)/Story Video Source Credit: Casperina Hoff via YouTube Video … Read more
Clyde is an enormous dog with a squishy heart. Recently, he’s been fixated on kittens. He often has lengthy conversations with his father in an attempt to convince him to get a kitten. In this video, we see the hilarious conversation Clyde and Dad have as soon as Dad returns from the pet store. Image (Screenshot)/Story Video Source Credit: Talking Animals Channel via YouTube Video First, we see Dad call Clyde to tell him that he just got … 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 health of our loved ones is one of the most precious things in life. It’s an asset that’s irretrievable once lost. For Boston Terrier parents, one of the biggest priorities is the health of their adoring puppies, who are totally dependent on them. That’s where supplements for Boston Terrier puppies come in. A significant part of … 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 health of our loved ones is one of the most precious things in life. It’s an asset that’s irretrievable once lost. For Bloodhound parents, one of the biggest priorities is the health of their adoring puppies, who are totally dependent on them. That’s where supplements for Bloodhound puppies come in. A significant part of a Bloodhound … Read more
Eclipse, Seattle’s beloved bus-riding dog, has passed away at the age of 10. The black Labrador/Mastiff mix—or Mastador as her dad Jeff Young lovingly referred to her—became a local icon when she started boarding public transport all by herself in 2015. After countless daily rides alongside Young to her favorite dog park, Eclipse decided she no longer required a human chaperone. One day, as Young finished his morning cigarette, she climbed aboard the bus without him, hopping off at their … Read more
Anyone who adopts a senior dog has a big heart. But adopting two bonded senior dogs is an even bigger act of kindness and commitment. When two 14-year-old dogs, Jack and Maisie, were surrendered to a shelter together, they kept getting overlooked because of their age. They’re both small, fluffy dogs, but people weren’t willing to give them a chance. Many dog lovers fear that they won’t get much time with a senior dog, but a dog’s final years are … Read more
Our darling dogs mean so much to us. So it makes sense that pet parents want to live in a place where their furry family members will be happiest and healthiest. Between the cost of food, grooming, vet visits, pet insurance, enrichment, etc, pet parenting can be pretty pricey. Plus, the actual prices themselves are known to vary vastly based on where you are in the world. That’s why we love Wallethub’s annual list of the top 15 pet-friendly cities. Their … Read more
Rocco, an African Grey parrot formally residing at the National Animal Welfare Trust sanctuary in Berkshire, annoyed visitors with his vulgar vocabulary. Fortunately, he was adopted by Marion Wischnewski, a worker from the same sanctuary. Even in his new home though, it seems like Rocco just can’t help getting into mischief. Image/Story (Screenshot) Credit: SWNS via YouTube Video Rocco has become well acquainted with Alexa, the virtual assistant for Amazon Echo. While his human is at work, Rocco spends the … Read more
Most people think that all Golden Retrievers look the same, but Rae is different. She was born with only one ear after an accident at birth left her without the other. It’s believed that her mother was playing too rough with her and emergency surgery had to be done in order to remove her ear. Image/Story (Screenshot) Credit: Good Morning America via YouTube Video As she grew, Brianna Aardema one of the people caring for Rae at Family … Read more
On the outskirts of a city, a tiny puppy was abandoned. The pup was despondent from waiting in the empty woods and so the traveler informed a local dog shelter for assistance. Milan, a rescuer from “Dog Rescue Shelter Mladenovac,” went to save the solitary puppy not knowing what he would face. Milan traveled over six-miles on remote roads in order to find the puppy. The puppy was hiding behind a fallen stone pillar and was startled when Milan drew … 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 health of our loved ones is one of the most precious things in life. It’s an asset that’s irretrievable once lost. For Basset Hound parents, one of the biggest priorities is the health of their adoring puppies, who are totally dependent on them. That’s where supplements for Basset Hound puppies come in. A significant part of … Read more
David Foster is a busy man from the UK with a job that takes him all over the world, but first and foremost, he’s an animal lover. Although he enjoys the work he does, his real passion is bringing joy to shelter animals. David tells iHeartDogs, “All this travelling is boring, so I would go to local animal shelters wherever I may be and give a few toys or balls for their animals.” Eventually, David’s family and friends began giving … Read more
Sgt. Joe Stasio and K-9 Enzo served together in the Marines for over a year. For seven months, they were side by side in Kuwait, training back in the United States. The two of them last saw each other in January 2017, but now that Enzo is eight years old and retiring, Stasio was able to adopt him thanks to Mission K9 Rescue. Image/Story Source Credit: WKBW TV | Buffalo, NY via YouTube Video Although they were … Read more
For us humans, it’s not exactly socially acceptable to go up to an acquaintance — or even an old friend, for that matter — and start humping them. Nor is it appropriate to go to town on a toy or pillow with onlookers nearby. However, our canine companions don’t have these kinds of social inhibitions, but for us humans, our pups’ frisky behavior can be pretty embarrassing! Sometimes, a mount can even lead to an altercation between two dogs. So … Read more
Celine Halioua dreams of someday walking onto a Silicon Valley stage alongside a healthy 15-year-old Great Dane—almost twice the breed’s current lifespan. The young biotech entrepreneur is the founder and CEO of Loyal, a startup devoted to delaying aging in dogs and giving them more healthy years. It’s a beautiful dream that may soon become a reality. Halioua has raised $58 million and currently has two drugs in development. Within the next few years, she hopes to bring the first commercial drug … Read more
A video of a senior dog straining against his leash to visit his former owner’s home has viewers divided. Some expressed outrage that anyone would “give up” a nine-year-old dog, while others are just grateful the pooch has a wonderful new family to call his own. A TikTok With A Purpose Maryanne Conte created a TikTok account last spring to help raise awareness about mitral valve disease (MVD) in dogs. As the dog mom to a Cavalier King Charles Spaniel … Read more
For days, a small homeless Poodle was seen huddled against a wall on the streets of South Los Angeles. The dog had been injured in a hit-and-run and sat through the pain for hours. Finally, someone called “Rescue From The Hart” to help the poor animal. Image (Screenshot)/Story Video Source Credit: Rescue From The Hart via YouTube Video Upon rescuer Annie Hart’s arrival, the dog lying on the ground appeared to be shivering and helpless which then prompted Hart … Read more
The Battersea Dogs and Cats Home in London were more than a little baffled when they discovered the dogs from one section of their shelter roaming the halls early one morning. There was no explanation for how the pups got out of their locked kennels overnight, but it wasn’t just limited to that – the food stores had also been raided. Image (Screenshot)/Story Video Source Credit: YouTube Video At first, the staff thought the incident was harmless and … 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 health of our loved ones is one of the most precious things in life. It’s an asset that’s irretrievable once lost. For American Staffordshire Terrier parents, one of the biggest priorities is the health of their adoring puppies, who are totally dependent on them. That’s where supplements for American Staffordshire Terrier puppies come in. A significant … 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 health of our loved ones is one of the most precious things in life. It’s an asset that’s irretrievable once lost. For akita parents, one of the biggest priorities is the health of their adoring puppies, who are totally dependent on them. That’s where supplements for akita puppies come in. A significant part of an akita … 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 health of our loved ones is one of the most precious things in life. It’s an asset that’s irretrievable once lost. For Alaskan malamute parents, one of the biggest priorities is the health of their adoring puppies, who are totally dependent on them. That’s where supplements for Alaskan malamute puppies come in. A significant part of … Read more
A dog in Johnson County, Kansas was so sick and undernourished that she could not stand up on her own. She was so ill that her benefactors were worried about whether the dog would survive the abuse she had received. The family took her to a veterinary hospital in Mission Care, where they attempted to give the dog a fighting chance by taking her straight to the intensive care unit. Image/Story Source Credit: KCTV5 News via YouTube Video and Pawsitive … Read more
A helpless puppy was found tied to a bench in Mexico, unable to move. He had no food and no water, but he was too terrified to let anyone approach him. The only explanation of his heartbreaking past was a note in Spanish, which seemed to be written by a child. This poor puppy thought his life was coming to an end that day, but animal rescuers refused to give up on him. They helped show him how amazing life … Read more
A tiny undernourished puppy squeezed through a family’s fence, and she appeared to be alone with nowhere else to go. At first, the family’s son assumed she was a rat because of her small stature and malnourishment. She was that little! But after realizing how unusual her shape was, the family quickly realized she needed assistance. Image/Story Source Credit: The Dodo via YouTube Video The dog was discovered without any tags or a microchip. The family recognized … Read more
In college, when Cienna Ditri passed out, hit her head, and came close to drowning in her tub, it was her beloved pet dog who saved her life. But that was only the first time. Her life has been saved multiple times by several different dogs. In fact, the twenty-something has said that her service dog Piper continues to save her life each and every day. Cienna may appear on the outside like any other woman in her twenties, but … Read more
**Warning: This video involves violence against an animal and is extremely difficult to watch.** Our veterinarian is someone we trust with the health and well-being of our beloved furry family members, which is why it feels so unsettling to hear about an animal abuse story involving a vet. After a disturbing home video showing someone aggressively assaulting a German Shepard was posted to YouTube, viewers recognized the abuser and demanded to know what action would be taken. Now, an investigation is underway. … Read more
For the last 15 years, Katie Newhouser has been a UPS driver. Along her route, she’s made it a habit of greeting all the neighborhood dogs with treats and pets. This is how she met Leo, a sweet pit bull, and his owner Tina Rummel. Katie and Leo had grown to be great friends over the years, so Katie was beyond distraught when she found out Tina had passed away. This left Leo alone to mourn, as Canon—Tina’s … Read more
For the last 15 years, Katie Newhouser has been a UPS driver. Along her route, she’s made it a habit of greeting all the neighborhood dogs with treats and pets. This is how she met Leo, a sweet pit bull, and his owner Tina Rummel. Katie and Leo had grown to be great friends over the years, so Katie was beyond distraught when she found out Tina had passed away. This left Leo alone to mourn, as Canon—Tina’s … Read more
Just like with aging humans, senior dogs who suffer from joint pain or muscle issues can find living in a home with stairs difficult. In many cases, a dog may just stay on the ground floor because going upstairs is too much for them. One family in South Carolina couldn’t bear to leave their 15-year-old dog Jackson downstairs all the time due to his hip dysplasia. So, they made a pretty significant investment: an elevator. The Things We Do … Read more
Loyalty is something that most people think of when they think of dogs and it’s a truthful generalization to make. While some are certainly more independent than others, most dogs are faithful to their families in some form or another. In fact, some are even faithful to strangers. If you’re looking for a dog that’s known for its attachment and devotion to its owners, look no further than this list! #1 – Pointer Pointers are one of the oldest hunting … Read more
Microchips have helped reunite many dogs and humans, but sadly, they’re not always checked right away. A Pit Bull named Harley went missing for eight years even though he had an up-to-date microchip. His family was devastated, but they never gave up hope that their loving dog would one day return. When someone finally found Harley, the poor pup was severely malnourished with overgrown nails. But despite everything the pup endured, he was still as optimistic and loving as can … Read more
Recently, a German Shepherd by the name of Nuomi has made headlines for his cunning ability to steal a delivery package! He was all alone when the mailman came to drop off the package, but that wasn’t the only thing that happened. Image/Story Source Credit: YouTube Video In this home security video, we see Nuomi relaxing on the ground when he suddenly hears the doorbell. He spring into action and makes his way to the front entrance … Read more
Many Southern states are overcrowded with dogs due to not enough spaying and neutering. And sadly, that causes many shelters to euthanize dogs, thinking it’s the only solution. But it isn’t these poor dogs’ fault that humans aren’t responsible! So, they don’t deserve to keep dying in this cruel way. A dog named Robin was only five minutes away from euthanasia when he was rescued. And when he realized he was safe, he had the most adorable reaction! He hugged … Read more
Residents of Rush City, Minnesota, had been witnessing a distressing bald eagle dangle 70 feet above ground from a tree for more than two days. While many people were unconcerned about the bird’s condition, others felt she was already deceased. However, army veteran Jason Galvin realized he must act. Image/Story Source Credit: Jackie Gervais Galvin/Facebook | WCCO – CBS Minnesota via YouTube After hours of attempting to find the eagle with binoculars, he discovered that it was … Read more
Dogs will be dogs, and no amount of spoiling can make them perfect. They may get bored with the same old thing all of the time, even if we provide them with a lot of attention. Whether they want to look for another meal, have a game session with one of your shoes, or just go exploring for curiosity’s sake, they may get sidetracked and we might not like it. Take a look at Charlie and his sister in the … Read more
While picking up her son from the bus stop, Jessica noticed a tiny pink blob on the ground. She had no idea where the little creature came from, but she assumed he had fallen from a limb of a nearby tree. The tiny pink globular thing was virtually unidentifiable. At first, Jessica didn’t realize what he was. However, despite this fact, she brought him home with her. Jessica’s husband was hesitant at first, but we can totally relate to Jessica … Read more
For a dog named Boomer, life looked quite bleak. He was badly injured and living on the streets. His days were numbered but thankfully he was found in time wandering on a highway. But once Boomer was rescued, there were still many challenges ahead of him. Challenges he’d no longer face on his own. The rescue organization, Hopalong Animal Rescue, reached out to Thom hoping he could foster Boomer. Boomer would need a lot of TLC and Thom was thankfully … Read more
It’s saddening to see a large number of veterans dealing with excruciating PTSD post returning from service. With dwindling self-worth and nagging combat stress, they often develop self-sabotaging tendencies that cannot be healed with traditional therapy. Many such struggling veterans have now found solace at California’s “Lockwood Animal Rescue Center”, amidst the company of rescued wolves! Image/Story Source Credit: Great Big Story via YouTube Video Founded in 2011, this sanctuary rescues wolves and wolf-dog hybrids from different … Read more
Why fit in when you can stand out? When unlikely animal friends come together, magic happens. Android’s commercial video features this magical formula with totally adorable, oh-so-swoon-worthy footage of out-of-the-ordinary animal pals. Image (Screenshot)/Story Video Source Credit: Dog With Blog Channel via YouTube Video Hearts immediately melt with the first image of an orangutan and his hound. How can you look away? Answer: You can’t because a flurry of furbabies is about to take hold of your emotions. … Read more
Opossums are nocturnal creatures, so they cross roads at night which unfortunately makes them more susceptible to being hit by cars. One opossum who met this fate had her baby clinging to her side when she was found. If the baby hadn’t been saved, he would’ve died too. Image (Screenshot)/Story Video Source Credit: Myrtle Beach Safari Channel via YouTube Video The rescue team delivered the baby opossum, now known as Poncho, to a veterinarian for specialized treatment. However, … Read more
Dogs mirror humans in more ways than one–including parenting. They not only give their puppies the same amount of love we give our children, but they discipline them when necessary. Image (Screenshot)/Story Video Source Credit: Lucy & Milo Channel via YouTube Video As we see in this video, the 2 puppy siblings are in the middle of some aggressive rough play. When one of them bites the other, the other hits back with even more ferocious snarls. Soon, it … Read more
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