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Update: Adorable Texas Pup Asks Facebook Users For Help Finding Long Lost Siblings

In October 2015, a little puppy named Frito was adopted from Texas Humane Heroes, a rescue. He was there with his six siblings: Domino, Snow, Raven, Cali, Buddy and Aspen. All of the puppies were adopted into loving forever homes, each separately, so they have been separated since. Frito is in desperate need of playdates, so his owners thought they’d reach out to Facebook on his behalf. They’re hoping to find the rest of his puppy family to reunite them for … Read more

TSA Canine Has Epic Last Bag Search Before Retirement

One of the best parts about flying the friendly skies is getting to watch TSA canines at work. They’re as serious about their jobs as they are adorable. TSA canines’ noses keep us safe from explosives and put a little smile on our faces while we wait in those endless security checkpoint lines and cringe at the thought of taking off our shoes! One of these airport heroes recently retired after eight proud years of service. TTirado was given one … Read more

Death Row Dog “Freaks Out” When He Realizes He’s Being Adopted Into a New Loving Family

The days spent in a shelter are often overlooked, with the long and sorrowful ones of a pup in mind. These responsibilities are basic, and they can’t compare to love or care. Not to mention the terrible fate that may befall them if they aren’t adopted into a household. This is an issue that occurs far too often at high-kill facilities. So, what happens when an unwanted shelter dog is adopted into a family and learns that its existence will … Read more

“Burrito Day” At This Shelter Means Much More To The Dogs Than Just A Tasty Snack

Animal shelters provide temporary refuge for dogs and cats in need. Unfortunately, some pets spend months or even years in these facilities before finding suitable homes. All this time spent in drab, noisy kennels can take its toll. That’s why the Michigan Animal Rescue League puts a heavy focus on enrichment. According to their website: “The goal of enrichment is to minimize stress levels by adding different kinds of stimulation and activities to each animal’s daily routine. In a typical … Read more

Woman Drives To A ‘Dog Dumping Ground’ At 4 AM And Sees A Dog Staring At Her

Judy Obregon, from “The Abandoned Ones (TAO) Dog Rescue,” has been driving past Texas’ Echo Lake roads at 4 a.m. every day for the last 10 years. The remote area is notorious as a dumping ground for unwanted dogs, and Judy’s daily dawn search is only to find them before they get lost or harmed.   Image/Story Credit Source: YouTube Video – TheDodo     Judy has saved several animals from being abandoned in this cursed no-man’s land over the … Read more

Creepy, Crawly Cordyceps Can Benefit Your Dog In A Host Of Ways

More than fourteen thousand species of mushrooms have been discovered and classified. Among this impressive number, there are an estimated three thousand edible varieties, many prized for their nutritional and medicinal properties. In each and every bite of edible mushrooms, you’ll find a wealth of vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants. These all-important nutrients work together with the potent natural compounds and enzymes found in mushrooms to decrease cancer risks, support the immune system, improve digestive health and even protect the brain, … Read more

UPDATE: Dog Found Guarding His Deceased Owner In The Snow Finds A Loving New Home

Update: Not long after Baby Dog’s story was shared to iHeartDogs, his friend Buddy also found a home! Placer County Animal Services updated their followers in a post: After everything this sweet senior has been through, losing his dad and hiking through the snow to find help, we couldn’t be happier for Buddy. Although his story captured national attention, Buddy enjoys the easy going life with his amazing new dad and brother. Thank you Mike for seeing how special Buddy … Read more

Woman Writes Touching Obituary For “Dog Legends Are Made Of”

It’s traditional to say a few words for our loved ones when we suffer a loss. With obituaries, epitaphs and eulogies, we have a number of ways to say farewell to our human friends and family. We’ve discussed before how losing a pet can be even harder than losing a friend or relative for a number of reasons. We don’t often get to mourn them the way we ought to, and our pets don’t always get the goodbyes they deserve … Read more

90 Year Old Grandma Wakes Up Extremely Early Everyday To Cook For 120 Stray Dogs

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It’s practically an age-related cliche that once we reach our golden years, we tend to wake-up extremely early. This likely happens for lots of different reasons. But one 90-year-old Grandma, and a late in life dog lover, has made it her mission to get up every single morning at 4:30, to cook for over 120 stray dogs that reside at her granddaughter’s shelter. For most of her life, Kanak wasn’t a huge fan of dogs. In fact, she was completely … Read more

Rescue Dog On Britain’s Got Talent Moves Judges To Tears

Amanda Leask is the proud mom of 40 amazing dogs. Many of them have heartwarming rescue stories, but none of their pasts are more emotional than Miracle’s. The beautiful white dog truly lives up to his name because of his amazing transformation since adoption. To show off his progress, Miracle joined Leask on the show Britain’s Got Talent. They performed a stunning magic trick together, and Leask shared Miracle’s story to show others how important dog adoption is. The Performance … Read more

Man Sleeps With 600 Rescue Dogs To Keep Them Warm At Night

Dejan Gacic is an angel in disguise. He noticed all the homeless dogs in Serbia and decided to help them in any way possible. 10 years ago, his mom founded the Vucjak Shelter to provide a safe space for all the “unwanted” dogs in the area. So, after she passed away, Gacic took over the shelter to keep saving as many dogs as possible. However, he soon found it impossible to turn down any dogs in need. This caused his … Read more

Heartbroken Man Who Was Saved By A Chihuahua Has Rescued Over 30 Tiny Dogs

Bobby Humphreys is a big guy doing big things in rescue – for little dogs! Big Guy Littles World Sanctuary is Bobby’s passion project. He cares for and rehomes tiny Chihuahuas who have had rough beginnings or special needs. But just a few years ago if you had told Bobby that he’d be spending his days with a pack of teeny Chihuahuas, he might’ve called you crazy. For years Bobby’s breed was Rottweilers. The beautiful, athletic dogs are more the … Read more

UPDATE: Imprisoned Pit Mix Leaps From Second Story Window To Save Herself And Her Friend

Sadie and Rocky are two Pit Mix pups that are bonded for life. The pair have survived against all odds relying on the comfort and eventually, courage and wits of one another to survive. You see, Sadie and Rocky were abandoned by their family in the most cruel and inexcusable way. Sadie and Rocky’s family moved out of their derelict house leaving the dogs locked inside with no food, water, or intention of returning. They even went so far as … Read more

Heroic Barking Dog Leads Passing Biker To Abandoned Newborn

The “Lassie” story of a dog saving someone by alerting another person sounds sensational, but this really does happen. Dogs can sense when someone is injured, either through smell, sound, or human facial cues. They also know that barking gets people’s attention. In Sibonga, southern Cebu, an intuitive dog saved the life of an abandoned baby by seeking out help. Around 11 a.m. on Christmas Eve, 2020, Junrell Fuentes Revilla was driving his motorcycle near a dumpsite when the dog … Read more

12 Signs You’ve Got a Mama’s Dog by Your Side

We all pick favorites, whether we admit it or not. When it comes to dogs, they pick a favorite human and see no reason whatsoever to hide it. Some may call them clingy. You just call them yours. Here are 12 signs that you are one of those lucky dog moms with a mama’s dog by your side. #1 – Will Not Leave Your Side Mama’s dogs want to be with their mama. Not some of the time. Not part … Read more

Drowsy Dog Delays Game After Deciding Soft Soccer Field Is The Perfect Place For A Snooze

Sleeping on Soccer Field

When choosing the time and place to take a much-needed nap, the most popular settings are often calm, quiet, and free from potential interruptions. But for one drowsy dog, the most appealing site seemed to be a patch of soft, green grass that just so happened to be a soccer field.  Only, it was during a professional soccer match that she decided to take a snooze. Who doesn’t love a lazy, afternoon nap? Especially when the site of your snooze … Read more

Lucky Lotto Winners Redeem Tasty Ticket Eaten By Mischievous Pups

When you’re a dog, you don’t have to worry about things like money. You don’t even know what the lottery is, let alone what a lottery ticket looks like. To some dogs, like Alaskan Klee Kais Apple and Jack, a lottery ticket actually looks like a tasty snack. Either that, or they find the sight of one reprehensible. Whatever the reason, these two troublemakers tore their parents’ ticket to shreds. A Delicious Lottery Ticket It’s not clear which dog if … Read more

Hungry Boy Desperate For Crisps Is Foiled By Narrow Train Seats

From the moment Huxley the Golden Retriever laid eyes on the bag of Walkers Supreme Prawn Cocktail Crisps sitting on his mom’s tray table, he had a goal. Huxley was going to get his paws on those crisps one way or another. Huxley’s human, a London-based photographer named Ursula, regularly posts photos and videos of her two beautiful Goldens (Huxley has a brother named Hugo). She shared these hilarious pics of her tenacious dog attempting to acquire some of her … Read more

Did Humans Put This Drowning Puppy At Risk For The Sake Of A Viral Video?

Puppy drowning in pond

“We don’t deserve dogs” isn’t just something humans say; fellow dogs might be thinking it too. One puppy named Soh was especially grateful when his canine brother named Hand saved him from drowning. Video footage shows Soh struggling to pull himself out of a fish pond while Hand runs over to save the day. It’s heartwarming to see two canine siblings supporting each other, but not everyone was moved by the video. Some people are questioning how the video was … Read more

120 Dogs Rescued From South Korean Meat Trade Injured Or Killed In Catastrophic Fire

Fire at dog meat rescue

Jindo Love Rescue in South Korea uses its funds to save dogs from the meat trade and send them to loving homes. Of the 120 dogs in their care, several were preparing to fly to their forever families. However, a sudden burst of flames ruined the dogs’ happy endings. The organization faced a fire at their foster center, causing the dogs to die, run away, or suffer severe injuries. The volunteers are calling it “a worst-case nightmare scenario for anyone … Read more

5 Incredible Things Dogs Can Sense Before They Happen

Dogs are incredibly intuitive and aware of their surroundings. They know when their person is sad and can pick up on stress when their household is in chaos. Some people believe that dogs can predict when someone is going to die or can see spirits. Below are some of the other amazing things dogs can sense, for one reason or another. 1. Earthquakes Records as far back as ancient Greece tells of dogs fleeing the city of Helice before a … Read more

Why Do Some Dogs Watch TV?

Have you ever seen a dog watch television? Whether or not dogs show interest in the TV comes down to their individual personalities and breed mixes. According to Nicholas Dodman, a veterinary behaviorist at Tufts University, dogs can definitely perceive images and sounds coming from the television. How they react to them is another matter! When dogs watch TV, what do they see? A 2013 study published in the journal Animal Cognition found that dogs could visually identify images of other dogs among … Read more

Sad Pup Who Only Knew Neglect Thrives With Just A Little Love

Lauren Buckley is a long-time friend and foster with the Brown Dog Coalition in Hopkinton, MA. Her story originally appeared on LoveWhatMatters.com, and is reposted here with her permission. “Months ago, on Christmas Eve, I was scrolling through Facebook when I saw a post about two abandoned dogs. The gentleman who found the dogs (and who we later named Lainey and Frankie) was begging for help. He had found them in a ditch down the road from his house and … Read more

Viral Story About Abused Pup Takes An Upsetting Turn When Truth Comes Out

An injured dog named Dani was brought into the Twin Maples Veterinary Hospital in Ohio because she needed emergency medical attention. The individual that brought her in claimed that they found the dog with a slit throat and a duct-taped mouth. Horrified by this story, officers went out to search for the person behind this animal abuse, but they later found out that the entire story was a fabrication. The real person to blame was the person who brought her … Read more

This Forlorn Pup Can’t Bear His Toy Separation Anxiety

If you have a dog (or more than one) at home, odds are you’ve witnessed some of the seemingly bizarre tactics they employ to get back misplaced toys. For example, my childhood dog once insisted I let him outside just so he could retrieve a rawhide he left by the door the day before. Claire Cummings from Basingstoke, England happened upon such a situation while driving. First, she noticed a lone stuffed pig on the sidewalk. Then she saw a … Read more

Dog Survives Poisoning Attempt: “Cat Lady’ Neighbor Caught On Camera

A woman accused of trying to poison a dog was arrested wearing a t-shirt with a large cat emblem stitched on the front. Footage from KKTV shows that the woman’s mailbox is also cat-shaped. Call it the tale of the tape. A pet parent from Colorado Springs, Colorado suspected his neighbor was attempting to poison his pup, Wrigley. Upon checking his surveillance cameras, he found evidence of such animal cruelty and notified the local animal control. According to the Humane … Read more

Black Lab Stuns Spectators As He Catches A Wave And Surfs To Shore

Surfing Dog

Our canine companions are capable of learning all kinds of commands. This includes everything from those that help out their humans to learning tons of tricks. But one incredibly talented black Labrador from England surprised an entire shoreline when he showed off his unexpected surfing skills.  A video of him catching a wave was shared to Facebook and already has thousands of views and hundreds of comments. Fistral Beach visitors were treated to more than just the picturesque views of … Read more

“Luxury” Pet Hotel Accused Of Neglecting Its Residents

Finding a sitter for your dog has become increasingly difficult because not everyone is honest about the quality of care they provide. One San Francisco hotel claimed to be a “luxury” accommodation, but reviews are saying that isn’t the case. After two TikTok users made videos explaining their experiences, the hotel gained lots of negative attention. The customers claimed that their dogs were neglected and dirty upon pick-up. Some of the services they paid for also weren’t provided. Instead of … Read more

Obese Retriever Loses Half His Weight In Inspirational Health Journey

A dog can become overweight for a variety of reasons. It could be that they only have access to poor nutrition, are given too many treats and “people foods,” or have an underlying medical condition. Whatever the reason, obesity can be harmful to a dog’s health just like it can a human’s. In February of 2019, Phil the Retriever weighed just under 150 pounds. Phil’s adoptive mom made it her mission to help her baby lose weight for his health … Read more

Stray Dog ‘Mysteriously Appeared’ At School Every Morning, So The Teacher Got Involved

Teachers go to work in the morning wishing to encounter pupils, buses, and the excitement of a new day. They never anticipate seeing a dog waiting outside their school’s main entrance. That’s exactly what happened at an elementary school in Houston, Texas. The canine was really sitting outside the institution’s primary entryway.   Image/Story Credit Source: TheDoDo and Lucky Lab Rescue and Adoption (Great work!)       Caleb Schaffer, a teacher in the small town of Columbia Falls, Montana, … Read more

Man Literally Gives Shirt Off His Back To Cold Dog

On a chilly day in Sao Paulo, Brazil, two brothers passed a homeless dog outside of a train station. While the eldest, Gabriel, went to buy tickets for the subway, he observed his brother Felipe committing an act of pure kindness. The dog was lying down by a wall, cold and alone. Felipe knew he had the ability to help it, even if that meant making a little sacrifice. Setting the scene, Gabriel told The Dodo: “He saw a dog … Read more

6 Signs Your Dog Trusts You With His Life

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The bond between a dog and his person is nothing to underestimate. It’s based on mutual love, appreciation, and most of all, trust. Contrary to popular belief, earning a dog’s complete trust isn’t as simple as giving out a few treats and belly rubs. If you want your dog to trust you with his life, you need to earn it. It can take months, and even years, of dedicated love and attention to earn a dog’s trust. Not every relationship … Read more

Man Caught On Camera Tossing Puppies Onto The Side Of The Road

Having surveillance cameras surrounding your home can offer more than just peace of mind. In McClain County, Oklahoma one resident’s security cameras captured not attempted burglary, but a different kind of crime. The footage revealed a man cruelly dumping three puppies onto a gravel road. Not only did he abandon the dogs, he physically harmed them. The witness, Joe Fleming, described to KFOR what he saw on his security cameras that day. “[The suspect] opened the hatch and reached in and … Read more

Man Thought He Was Going To Save A Puppy But He Got ‘Ambushed And Attacked’

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

Mom Returns Rescue Dog To Shelter Without Telling Her Son, Spawning Internet Outrage

Chase Feature 2

If you’ve ever been part of a family who had to make the difficult decision to rehome an animal, you know it’s an incredibly emotional endeavor. But being denied the opportunity to say goodbye can make an already painful predicament even more upsetting.  So when an anonymous teenager posted online that he wasn’t allowed the opportunity to say goodbye to his first dog, the internet was up in arms.  The troubled teen posted about his emotional experience on Reddit; a social … Read more

Multiple Dogs Rescued From Deadly Pileup In Fort Worth, Texas

Since many of us rely on cars for daily transportation, it’s easy to forget that driving always poses a potential risk. Cars are heavy machinery, and accidents can happen to anyone. Fortunately, fire departments and emergency crews are prepared to do whatever it takes to save lives in the event of a crash. On the morning of February 11th, 2021, a major pileup occurred outside of Fort Worth Texas. Close to 100 vehicles were involved in the crash, resulting in wreckage … Read more

Your Dog’s Bowls Can Make You BOTH Sick

Have you ever in your life eaten dinner on a plate, left the plate sitting on the counter over night without so much as a rinse and then used that same plate for breakfast the next morning? Of course you haven’t! The very thought of it is enough to send your tummy turning. Despite that, so many of us feed our pup in the same dish over and over without cleaning it. Or, maybe we are really on top of … Read more

Man Finds Heartbreaking Note On Stray And Springs Into Action

stray dog with note

Lionel’s day took an unexpected turn when his trip to the grocery store turned into a rescue mission. After saving a stray pup from a busy street, Lionel soon realized that this rescued dog’s reality was genuinely heartbreaking. Lionel Vytialingam was startled by the sound of car horns and chaos coming from the nearby road. After noticing the commotion was due to a stray dog weaving in and out of traffic, he knew he had to come to this poor … Read more

Dog Survives After Family Attempts To Bury Him Alive

As Olga Lystseva drove along a highway in northern Russia, she noticed a sad and filthy German Shepherd on the side of the road. While at first she kept driving, she couldn’t stop thinking about him. So, she turned around and drove 9 miles back to where she saw him. Lystseva got some food for the dog and put him in the back of her car. For the entire 93-mile ride to Ukhta, 7-year-old Kiryusha slept soundly. Once there, Olga brought … Read more

Rescue Dog Hugs News Reporter Until He Adopts Her

When we adopt a dog, only part of that decision is up to us. In most cases, our dogs actually choose us first. Some dogs even surprise us and make us fall in love with them when we least expect it. That was the case for a dog at an animal shelter. She fell in love with a news reporter who was covering a story at the shelter. So, she was willing to do anything to get him to love … Read more

Former Guard Dog Whose Nose Was Cut Off Finds A Foster Family Who Showers Him With Love

Everyone, meet Anubis! Anubis used to be a guard dog on a certain property in Cairo. And just like any good guard dogs, Anubis would bark at the people who get too close to the property. However there are some really bad people in that area. They tried to break in to the property. So Anubis, being the good guard dog that he is, barked at them. Those cruel people then cut off Anubis’ nose.   Anubis was left without … Read more

Family Dog Tackles Deadly Puma As It Chases 2 Terrified Little Girls

For some, adopting a dog is about companionship and the love and friendship that they can provide. Others seek more of a working dog that can help them complete a job or offer protection for their family.  A dog named Morocho took his role as protector so seriously that he didn’t hesitate to spring into action to fight off a fearsome Puma. The wildcat was chasing his human sister and her friend as they picked figs from a tree on … Read more

Big, Blind Dog Is Guided Through Life By The Sweet Sound Of His Feline BFF’s Meow

Usually, we hear of dogs guiding the blind, but one feline has happily embraced a species role swap to help her canine best friend navigate life. When fur and quill mom Robin Wagner adopted German shepherd/Greyhound mix Blaze, Satin the cat welcomed the extra-large canine into their Burlington, Vermont, home with open paws. Blaze was big and had a habit of stepping on the black cat, but Satin didn’t mind. She’d found a furry buddy to spend her days with, … Read more

Woman Finds Her Dog’s 2 Siblings At Shelters Years Apart

Three related rescue dogs

In 2013, Jennifer Butler adopted a 6-week-old puppy named Benjamin (or Bennie for short). Butler works at a veterinary practice, and someone brought Bennie into the business for an exam. The woman with Bennie said that she found him as a stray and wanted to help him, but she couldn’t adopt him herself. So, Butler decided to adopt Bennie. After five happy years together, Butler stumbled across an adoptable dog that looked exactly like Bennie. A few years later, it … Read more

Beta-Glucan: What It Is & How It Promotes A Long, Healthy Life For Dogs

Obviously, we want our dogs to be around for as long as possible. We also want to ensure that life that means so much to us is full of joy. Ensuring your dog’s daily diet includes vital nutrients is the best way to give them a happy, healthy, and long life. Depending on the quality of your dog’s diet, many of these nutritional elements can be found in their food, but for some, you may want to add supplements. Beta-glucan, … Read more

Family Reaches Out For Help Affording Epileptic 10-Year-Old’s Service Dog

Service dogs specially trained to detect seizures, protect incapacitated people, and provide emotional support make incredible differences in the lives of their handlers. However, it can be frustratingly expensive to get one. It can also take months to years, even with enough funds. In September of 2021, 10-year-old Liam Vanartsdalen was unexpectedly diagnosed with epilepsy. The frequency of his seizures, combined with an unknown underlying cause, have made the poor kid’s life difficult ever since. Liam’s Struggle With Epilepsy Liam’s … Read more

Groomer Claims They “Can’t Tell” Owner Why Her Dog Died Suddenly

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Accidents happen, but when they do, everyone needs to be honest. Yet, when Tracy Hall’s Bulldog named Max died suddenly at a groomer, no one gave Hall the honesty she deserved. Instead, they said they “couldn’t tell her” how and why her beloved dog died. Now, almost a year after the incident, Hall still didn’t get the closure she needed. The more she asks the groomer about what happened, the less they tell her. The fact that her dog died … Read more

Lost Dog With California Tags Mysteriously Winds Up In Germany

California dog found in Germany

It’s a mystery how so many lost dogs end up hundreds of miles away by the time they’re found. But those distances don’t compare to a dog who was found across the ocean from his home country. A dog that looks like a Golden Retriever mix was found in a Germany village, but his tags said he was from Gilroy, California. Related: Best Pet Insurance Plans in California When someone found the dog in Germany, they had no idea how … Read more

Vocal Pit Bull Throws Adorable Tantrum At The Vet

Carl is not a fan of the vet, and he’s making sure that his human parents know it. As responsible owners, we know we sometimes have to do things our dogs don’t like. Brushing teeth, baths, taking pills – things that are for the best for our dogs, even if they don’t understand it. That doesn’t mean they have to take it lying down, though, and they often don’t! After an injury to his leg, Carl’s dutiful parents took him … Read more

Photographer Hopes To Document Her Dog’s Recovery–But Captures Her Hardest Goodbye

When Jasmina Lozar Povše first saw Lilly in a shelter on a dog rescue mission in Croatia, she didn’t think she was ready to bring home a new dog. Jasmina had been suffering from debilitating asthma and allergies, barely able to get outside at times. She felt she couldn’t offer a quality life for Lilly. But when her friend returned to the shelter two weeks later and saw Lilly still there, Jasmina knew she had to take her home. Lilly … Read more

5 Signs Your Rescue Dog May Have Come From An Abusive Home

Have you ever wondered if your rescue dog was abused before they became part of your family? Maybe they jump at every small sound or cower if you raise your hand or pick up the newspaper. While it’s usually impossible to know for sure what sort of situation your dog lived in previously, there are some signs that could indicate a history of abuse. Here are 5 signs that your dog may have come from an abusive home. #1 – … Read more