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If there’s anything good to come out of the coronavirus pandemic, it’s that we are all learning to appreciate the little things. We’re finding out that we are all human. As we all remain mostly cooped up inside our homes, many people hang on for the next news report to see if there is any sign of that elusive flattening curve. It has taken the entire world to become united in order to beat this virus and many of us … Read more
Pop the English Bulldog, who often goes by Big Poppa and Popsicle, is sick of the COVID-19 quarantine. He used to spend all his time playing outside with kids and making new friends. But now Pop’s mom, Rashida Ellis, can no longer take him to meet people due to social distancing. Ellis watched her 3-year-old dog get sadder each and every day, but there was nothing she could do to help. However, like any dog parent, she still took plenty … Read more
Anyone who has had a birthday during the COVID-19 quarantine knows that it’s hard to be away from family and friends. For 3-year-old Elizabeth Guthrie, the same problem occurred. The little girl wanted to have a special birthday celebration, but her parents weren’t sure how to make that possible. Then, they came up with a genius idea. Elizabeth loves dogs more than anything, especially the neighbor dogs. So, her family came up with a way to bring dogs to her … Read more
Our furry family members are perfect angels. Nothing but adorable bundles of cuteness, incapable of doing any wrongs that might upset their parents. Okay… you’re probably laughing. I get it. As a dog and cat mom, I totally understand. For all the snuggles and preciousness, our cattos and doggos can be rulebreakers of epic proportions. The levels of destruction our furry loves can achieve truly knows no know bounds. Dog snoots and kitty paws can destroy things in ways we … Read more
Chances are high if you’re reading this that you have dog toys strewn about your house. Of course, you do! We all love to spoil our pups. For many dogs, nothing is better than the excitement that comes from getting their paws on a brand new toy! And, for many dogs, they show their love and excitement for that toy by instantly ripping it to shreds. One Dog Takes A Stand Against Toy Abuse That’s not the case for Mika! … Read more
You have them, I have them, we all have them. Squeaky toys. They’re everywhere! My parents keep bringing them home for me despite my best efforts to show them my disgust. I guess I’m not really disgusted, but I’ve tried to get my point across. They just don’t seem to get it. Give me a good bone, and I’ll be fine, but leave the squeaky toys for the young pups. I try to be kind to my squeaky toys. I … Read more
Veterinary care not only saves the lives of the animals in Cambodia but also the people. The systems we’ve set up in the States that focus on preventing rabies in our animal population have become extremely efficient, and help us rest assured that rabies is not lurking around every corner. Unfortunately, for the citizens of Cambodia, this is not the case. Rabies Is A Common Threat Imagine if each time your child left your house to go outside to play, … Read more
In late March, 66-year-old soap opera actor John Callahan passed away suddenly. The All My Children star suffered from a stroke in his own home, unrelated to the coronavirus. His ex-wife, Eva LaRue, and their daughter, Kaya, rushed to the hospital to see him. Because of the current hospital regulations, they were only able to stay for a short time before he passed. His death was so unexpected that it left LaRue and Kaya devastated. However, LaRue knew she there was something … Read more
iHeartDogs works closely with the Greater Good by donating part of each sale to their various charity efforts. Thanks to dog lovers like you, so many dogs will go on to find their very own happy ending. One of the many organizations that benefit from the charity efforts of the Greater Good is the START Rescue. With offering animal transport from Southern California high intake shelters to fully vetted rescues in the Pacific Northwest, they are able to offer dogs a second … Read more
iHeartDogs works closely with GreaterGood by donating part of each sale to their various charity efforts. One of the charities, Rescue Bank, works to donate quality dog food to shelters and rescues who are in need. Many shelters and rescues could not run without the generous donations from organizations like this, so your support makes a huge impact! Those who spotted Winter wandering around Northern Michigan in 2017 took him for a white wolf. At the very least, he looked wolf-like and appeared larger … Read more
Cats and dogs make unlikely friends, but when a bond forms, love doesn’t differentiate between meow and bark. Gilbert the cat and Lucy the puppy have learned this fact to be true and the siblings have become inseparable in these days of coronavirus lockdown. Their dad, Adam Kopley, enjoys capturing videos of the Ragdoll cat and Corgi puppy playing and sharing them via social media. His aim? Spreading smiles during these strange times of distance. And certainly, Gilbert and Lucy … Read more
Being an animal rescuer can be incredibly rewarding, but also one of the most challenging endeavors you can explore. Luckily for this rescue founder, she received a well-deserved surprise that would improve her rescue ability for years to come! Sherri Stankewitz found her passion for animal rescuing when she noticed how many stray animals she passed as she drove through downtown Los Angeles each day. After the first time she pulled over to rescue an abandoned pup, it was clear … Read more
During the COVID-19 pandemic, it’s become very clear who the real-life heroes in this world are. There are so many individuals that continue to work and save lives despite all the risks. Many of these people deserve much more recognition than they get. So, a New York City dog rescue decided to help honor them. Hearts & Bones Rescue is currently naming all their adoptable dogs after real-life heroes. They hope that these special names can help give all the … Read more
Is there anything better than seeing a soldier surprise their loved ones? You’ve seen those videos. The uniformed soldier hides just behind the door of a school or under a mascot costume at a baseball game. The delivery may be different but they all have one thing in common: They’re a sucker punch right in the feels! Now, in my humble opinion, one of the only things that can make one of these videos better is four more legs and … Read more
Sibling rivalry is an age-old phenomenon that spans species boundaries. It’s no wonder a Pembroke Welsh Corgi named Mac and his new puppy sibling Lacie ended up yapping at each other. However, in a truly incredible viral video, their sparring goes past just barks. Lacie takes this sibling battle to a whole new level. The fact that this video has over 7.7 million views should speak to its quality. At first, it seems like just a cute video of two … Read more
There isn’t much that can come between the love a little girl has for her dogs. Not even stolen cookies! You may remember the viral story about the adorable girl and her Newfie a few years back. The attitudey Newf hilariously protested his attendance at his sister’s tea party… until the crumpets were served! He huffed and puffed and pouted on the ground while she graciously served him delicious imaginary tea. It was only when she delivered him a plate … Read more
Local and state governments are struggling with which businesses to categorize as essential and which should remain closed during the COVID-19 outbreak. Sometimes, the answer is obvious. Grocery stores are essential. Medical clinics are essential. Recently, it was ruled that dog daycare and boarding operations are also essential. What about dog grooming salons? So far, the answer is unclear. Local Governments Ultimately Make the Call Whether or not a business is allowed to operate during the coronavirus pandemic is … Read more
Tons of people are learning the hard way just how difficult it is to safely groom their dog at home. Whether out of boredom, a feeling that their dog was looking a little rough around the edges, or an attempt to learn a new skill during this crazy quarantine time, some dog parents are trimming their own dogs at home. And the results of these experiments are total fails. Trimming is Not a DIY Activity Dog groomers spend hours and … Read more
Barnaby here. I’ve been around the block a time or two (literally, just today), so I just wanted to share my wisdom with some of you younger pups. And, maybe some of your older pups who are curious. Grab a bone, hop up on the couch, and spin in circles a few times until you’re comfortable enough to plop down and read on. Do your humans make you sit for a snack? Mine do! It took me a solid three … Read more
When Jackson the Miniature Australian Shepherd was stolen four months ago, Emilie Talermo didn’t know what to do. Jackson meant the world to her, and every day without him just felt empty. So, she went to extreme measures to help bring him home. Talermo made a website where she offered a $7,000 reward, flew a banner over the city, created the dog a Tinder account, and even raised $11,000 through GoFundMe. She was determined to try anything and everything to … Read more
Kibble has been the most popular type of dog food for as long as we can remember. The majority of dog parents feed their dogs kibble without even giving it a second thought. However, kibble is actually far from healthy and nutritious. You wouldn’t eat the same low-quality meal every day, so why should your dog? Luckily, with Happy, Healthy™ Topper, you can finally improve your dog’s diet in an easy and affordable way! Problems With Dry Dog Food Dry … Read more
I know you all crave some inspiring stories these days, and this is a big one. One day back in 2008, Simi Valley resident Janie noticed her 8-year-old Springer Spaniel Sammi limping. His limping became worse, and two weeks later he started falling down. A vet told her he had a spinal injury. Further tests revealed that he had a slipped disk just below his neck. A growing bone was putting pressure on his spinal cord. Sammi underwent surgery and … Read more
I’m cursed with one of those faces. You know, the kind where people are always asking me “are you okay?” when I’m expressionless. Telling people over and over again “I’m fine, my face just looks like this” gets pretty old. One English Bulldog with an impressive set of “eyebrows” probably knows this more than anybody. The Bulldog goes by Madam Eyebrows, and it’s pretty clear to see why. She has two thick brown patches of fur above her eyes. They … Read more
Trimming your dog’s nails is no easy task, especially if they hate their feet being touched. However, with many groomers closed during the COVID-19 quarantine, taking your dog in for a nail trim is not really an option. Instead, many dog parents have tried to find ways to groom their dogs from home. Sadly, the results aren’t usually as successful as expected. Grooming from home might seem like a nightmare for people with difficult dogs, but there’s still hope. One … Read more
The longer the COVID-19 quarantine drags on for, the crazier families feel. Being cooped up inside every day is enough to make anyone lose their mind. With parks closed to the public, there aren’t very many places for families to visit, especially with dogs. For dog parents that don’t have their own yard, giving their dog quality exercise is even more difficult. Diane Neffendorf from Oregon recognized this problem almost instantly. She noticed that many of her neighbors didn’t have … Read more
Dogs always seem to start barking at the worst possible times. Especially with so many people working from home during the COVID-19 quarantine, it might be more difficult to focus. Dogs just love attention, and they love to be heard! So, some people are having a hard time recording and doing video calls with their dogs in the background. Chief Meteorologist for KSDK St. Louis, Scott Connell, had an extra challenge trying to record the weather forecast. He just had … Read more
Thomas the Yorkie never misses a chance to get a new toy or a tasty snack. Sometimes, he even has to sneak around to get what he wants. In a recent viral video, Thomas proudly shows off his favorite new toy. Ben Campbell, Thomas’ dad, was looking for new ways to keep his time in quarantine exciting. So, he purchased some giant fake teeth that he planned to take selfies and videos with. However, he left them sitting around a … Read more
Move aside Linus, there’s a new famous boy and his blanket! His name is Rush, and he used to reside at SICSA Pet Adoption and Wellness Center in Dayton, Ohio. (I forgot to mention: this boy happens to be a dog.) That’s where a volunteer captured an adorably sweet video of him circling his kennel with a blanket in his mouth back in 2015. Rush, the video title points out, really looks like he’s making his bed. He even wags his … Read more
Amid all the COVID-19 panic, there’s still some good news now and then. Specifically, rescue dogs are benefitting from this situation more than anyone else. First, Chicago Animal Care and Control adopted out all their dogs, and many other organizations have followed in their footsteps. Now, Friends of Palm Beach County Animal Care and Control has also had a significant milestone. During the coronavirus quarantine, the Florida shelter successfully emptied one of their three kennels! All the dogs in that … Read more
An ex-Googler has developed a robot that uses artificial intelligence to train and interact with your dog when you are away. The CompanionPro is still in the development stage but the system will soon be tested in select households. The company is positioning the machine as a useful tool at home, for working dogs, at boarding and daycare centers, as well as in shelters. Related: Top Online Dog Training Schools How the CompanionPro Works John Honchariw used to work for … Read more
Samson the 6-year-old Goldendoodle already had a great social media presence. He’s cute and he’s fluffy and takes great pictures. Then he went and broke the internet with a new addition to his pics: his human baby sibling Theo. These two are like puzzle pieces that fit together. Sure it’s a 2-piece puzzle, but it’s the cutest one I’ve ever seen! Jessica and Alex, lucky parents to Theo, Samson, and two other dogs Charley and Shea, told Fox they love … Read more
Cora the Poodle is an inspiration to many. When she was very young, she was in a terrible car accident. The crash broke her front legs, her pelvis, and her hips. She was set to be euthanized because of these serious injuries, but when Zach Skow, the founder of Marley’s Mutts, met her, he knew she still had so much life left in her. So, he rescued her and started her medical procedures right away. Many people doubted Skow for … Read more
Healthcare workers are putting in insanely long hours, putting their lives on the line to support us all during the COVID-19 pandemic. Tons of businesses have been forced to close their doors to the public as we all work together to flatten the curve and bring this crisis to an end. At first, dog sitting and dog daycare centers were classified as nonessential but that has changed. Here’s why. Durham Doggie Day Care Made a Case to the City Camp … Read more
Many of us are spending the majority of our time at home these days thanks to COVID-19. Although our dogs are super happy to have us around more, boredom is starting to set in for everyone. There are plenty of ways you can keep your dog (and yourself!) engaged during the stay-at-home order. From fun games to online training, today we share 7 activities to keep your dog occupied indoors. #1 – DIY or Ready-Made Food Puzzles Dogs are always … Read more
In This Issue
● Dog Care During COVID-19
● A Healthy Boost For Boring Kibble
● Starving Stray To Beloved Pet
● Decoding Your Dog’s Whine
● Protecting Your Dog From Ticks
● National Pet ID Week
Dogs are sweet, loving creatures. Therefore, all dogs deserve to be treated with as much love and respect as possible. Like many other dog parents, Aiden Mann knows exactly how important it is to be kind and gentle to his dogs, Lola and Plum. Plum was born blind and deaf, so the world is much different for her than it is for her sister. Because of this, Mann knows that he has to be extra careful around her to make … Read more
The longer the COVID-19 pandemic drags on, the harder working at home is going to be. Being cooped up in the house all day can get boring after a while, so we long for the day we can go back to our regular routines. However, if there’s one thing that’s better about working from home, it’s our new coworkers! We might not have an office full of people to socialize with while we work, but at home, we have four-legged … Read more
Sometimes I think I could just watch my dog do dog things for hours. As it turns out, I could also just watch someone else’s dogs do dog things, especially when accompanied by color-commentary. With sporting events and other large gatherings canceled for the time being, Scottish Sports Commentator Andrew Cotter found himself with some extra time at home. So thankfully, he recorded a video of his dogs and provided professional-level play by play. It’s some high-quality quarantine entertainment! In … Read more
With the coronavirus affecting so many people around the world, testing is limited. Even if someone shows symptoms of COVID-19, they are often advised to stay home and not get tested if they’re not a high-risk patient. The number of cases is just getting too overwhelming for medical officials to handle, so in order to properly care for all those affected, they might need some help. As it turns out, our furry friends could be the answer to all our … Read more
Hello, my fellow four-legged friends! Are things weird around your house? They’re super weird around mine, but I can’t quite put my paw on what’s going on. My family keeps talking about corona-something, which is strange because I thought Corona was that thing my dad drinks that makes him happy when he takes off his tasty leather shoes every night. Man, I love those shoes. They’re so smelly and leathery and entirely off-limits, which makes me want them even more. … Read more
In a whirlwind few days, a starving stray dog went from living a difficult life on the streets of Philadelphia to becoming a beloved internet star with a family. It’s all thanks to a door that blew open during a storm and the man who later closed it. In that time, the dog sought shelter in the home she would later occupy for life. She just didn’t know it yet. The pup’s adventure began with a simple, straightforward tweet from … Read more
Every dog owner fears the day that they find out their dog’s daily food was recalled. Sadly, recalls of dog food are quite common. Below we’ve compiled a list of the most popular dog food brands with large recalls within the last 10 years. Please note this is NOT a complete list of all recalled foods, but rather a summary of some of the most frequently purchased brands in the USA. 1. Hill’s Prescription Science Diet 44 varieties (2015 – … Read more
Some years back, an unfortunate myth began circulating concerning senior dogs and protein. This myth claimed that older dogs were at risk by consuming too much protein. While its possible some dogs with diagnosed kidney disease need to limit their protein, according to recent research and pet nutrition experts, most senior pups would stand to benefit from more protein, not less. Writing for PetMD, Dr T. J. Dunn, Jr., DVM states: You should not restrict feeding high quality protein to … Read more
iHeartDogs works closely with GreaterGood by donating part of each sale to their various charity efforts. One of the charities, Rescue Bank, works to donate quality dog food to shelters and rescues who are in need. Some organizations could not run without the kind donations from organizations like this, and that’s why your donations are so appreciated. Sly’s unsteady past led to a fearful view of the future and caused him to be uneasy around those who wanted to offer him love. Thanks … Read more
Part of every sale through theiHeartDogs store is donated to GreaterGood, which helps support various charities like START Rescue. Stories like the one below are made possible with your help! Check out all the animals iHeartDogs fans and shoppers like you have helped save here. Even though her family surrendered her to the Tulare Shelter in California, Pepper kept smiling. Overcrowded shelters like this one often put healthy dogs on death row to make room. No way that could be this sweet girl’s … Read more
A lovable rescue pup named Moby struggled to find his forever home due to his chronic health conditions and the need for extra care. After being returned to the shelter 3 times, Moby has finally found a forever family that has gone above and beyond to give him the very best life possible. Moby has a condition called Cerebellar Hypoplasia that not only causes him to be unsteady on his feet but has also deteriorated his vision. Moby also struggles … Read more
A dog named Hendrix has a very particular struggle during the COVID-19 outbreak. Unlike most of us, he’s been getting pretty dressed up every day, but it’s not exactly his idea. It’s his mom, UK dancer Clare Meardon’s. Yes, Hendrix and his mom are practicing social distance and are not attending any parties. But everyone still needs to walk their dogs, and Meardon and Hendrix have been doing it in style. Every day, these two go on their daily walks dressed … Read more
This year definitely wasn’t a conventional Easter. Families had to find unique ways to celebrate without having a big gathering due to the COVID-19 pandemic. However, many people still found ways to have fun on a cheerful holiday. In fact, some dogs had an amazing Easter celebration too. Always & Furever Midwest Animal Sanctuary in Miami County, Kansas hosted a special Easter egg hunt for the dogs staying with them. They figured it would be a great way for the … Read more
Ruby and her brother Miles love spending time at The Den Doggy Daycare in Burlington, Ontario. The two German Shorthaired Pointers are regulars at the establishment, and they really made a name for themselves. After all, Ruby has made a big impression on the staff because of her peculiar habit. Ruby loves petting other dogs. Every time she comes to the daycare, she insists on petting as many dogs as possible. No one knows exactly why she does this, but … Read more
YouTube vlogger HeyImTabs adopted her Golden Retriever Jimbo in 2016 when the puppy was just 8 weeks old. Before that gotcha day, she fell in love with his spirit. In a YouTube video that surged to 1.6 million views, tiny Jimbo shares a sweet moment with his mom. The mama’s commitment to her baby may have helped Jimbo get snatched up so quickly, HeyImTabs wrote. She shared the video to her channel, reminiscing on the sweet moment that made her … Read more
Some experts believe that novel coronavirus originated in a wet market in China. Dog meat intended for human consumption is sold in such markets. In light of the pandemic, China’s Ministry of Agriculture has taken a big step toward ending the dog meat trade. Instead of being classified as livestock, dogs are being reclassified as “specialized” to become companion animals, not dinner. Dogs Are Not Livestock, They Are Pets According to the New York Post, livestock animals are bred for the … Read more
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