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You Helped Make This Domestic Violence Shelter Dog-Friendly!

When you purchase products from the iHeartDogs store, a portion of that sale is donated to Greater Good. One of Greater Good’s charities is a shelter renovation program called Rescue Rebuild. Rescue Rebuild works on various projects to help improve the lives of animals and their human families. Thanks to customers like you, Rescue Rebuild is able to make a difference for lots of dogs in need. Recently, Greater Good has partnered with RedRover to work on a domestic violence … Read more

Selfless Man Drives Over 1,000 Miles To Reunite A Terminally Ill Woman With Her Dog

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A Wisconsin woman’s life was uprooted when she discovered she was terminally ill, and that she and her pup would need to relocate to a friend’s house across the country for help during her last days. What already seemed like a nightmare was made even more heartbreaking once the airlines turned her dog away. The staff at the airline explained to the distraught woman that because of her dog’s “smooshed face”, he would not be able to fly along with … Read more

Woman Helps Save Puppies Stranded in the Snow

Kat Perry and Cory Holt were going for a typical sledding trip at the Ant Flat area in Utah. They never expected to be heroes that day, but when they came across an unexpected surprise, they knew they had to help. While they were sledding, they came across a beautiful Great Pyrenees curled around three young puppies. The dogs seemed to be stuck out in the middle of the snow. It was clear that they wanted help, but they were … Read more

Family Adopts Terminally Ill St. Bernard After Her Human Passes Away

The first thing you will notice about Stroodle is that she is huge. She lives up to the size expectations of her St. Bernard breed, tipping the scales around 140 pounds. All who meet her see that her physical stature matches perfectly with the size of her heart. Gentle, loving, and sweet, Stroodle is a big ol’ teddy bear. This tender soul has suffered some terrible truths recently that remind us to never take forever for granted. Stroodle Lost Her … Read more

Westie Left In Back Of Stolen Car In Staffordshire Recovered

It’s horror stories like this one that make it impossible for me to leave my dog in the car, even for just a minute or two. At around 8am on the morning of December 2nd, two dogs in Staffordshire became incidental kidnapping victims. Both of the pups were inside of a stolen car. Not too long afterwards, police were able to recover one of the dogs. The other was still inside the missing car. The East Staffordshire Police appealed to … Read more

Brave Little Dog Does His Best To Scare Off The Google Street View Car

Google Street View comes in handy when you’re visiting a new city. It also inspires people – and sometimes pets – to act a little crazy. (Check out some of the photos on Street View Fun for examples.) Recently, one of Google’s camera-wielding cars captured footage of a sassy little dog in Japan’s Kagoshima Prefecture. Apparently the pup doesn’t take kindly to his territory being invaded. Or maybe he’s just camera shy. The unsuspecting Google driver encountered the pooch at … Read more

If Anyone Is Missing A Turkey, This Dog Might Have It

Sometimes the internet provides us with far more questions than it does answers. That is absolutely the case with a photo posted on Facebook on November 26th 2019. Today, just a few days later, the post had over 8,000 shares. And I have about the same number of questions about it! The mysterious picture in question features a dog (most likely a chocolate Lab) standing proudly in the middle of a road in Arkansas with a whole frozen turkey at … Read more

Game Changing Vet Care for Your Fuzzy Friend

Nearly every day, you and your best friend have grand adventures. You take long walks, you romp around at dog parks, and sometimes, you just go for joy rides with the windows down and the air lifting her ears. You and your dog are going places. All the time.  Today you’ve got an important visit planned and somehow, you aren’t quite sure how, she knows this time it’s different. This time it’s personal. This time, you’re taking her to the … Read more

UPDATE: Rescue Says Goodbye, Remembers Shelter Dog Who Lived Happily Ever After

Mugzy’s story is a perfect example of how one little kindness can change a life for the better. He’s what we mean when we say that a dog lived “happily ever after.” In the summer of 2017 Kelly Duer was participating in a study on foster care sponsored by Maddie’s Fund. As part of her study, she would take a dog out of his kennel for a nice day away from the shelter, and an overnight stay at a hotel. … Read more

21 Cyber Monday Deals For Dog Lovers

It’s time for holiday shopping! Next week is one of the best times to not just buy gifts, but anything you’ve been wanting on sale. We have a fantastic list of holiday gift items for your dog and the dog lover in your life, as well as must-have essentials (like treats!) that you can stock up on at unbelievable prices. #1 – Give Warmth™ Durable Fleece Blanket (Every Blanket Sold Donates One to a Homeless Dog) Was $34.99, Now $24.99. … Read more

This Tiny Adult King Charles Is Stealing The Hearts Of Dog Lovers Everywhere

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Imagine if the dog you expected to grow into an adult sized canine ended up keeping their puppy form for life. Well, this reality came true for a King Charles owner when she brought home an adorable furry friend named Nessa. Nessa is a picture-perfect Cavalier King Charles that has taken over Instagram with her tiny stature and adorable features. Though Nessa may look like a teacup breed, her small size is actually just a result of her being the … Read more

Thor’s Outstanding Attitude Helps Him Win The 2019 National Dog Show

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The endearing Bulldog named Thor took the win at the 2019 National Dog Show. With his impressive structure and lovable attitude, it’s no wonder he stole the show! The bulky bulldog from Texas beat out nearly 2,000 other canines when he took the crown at this year’s dog show. As a stark contrast from last year’s Whippet winner, casual viewers find this year’s Best In Show a bit more relatable in terms of the average family dog. The stage was … Read more

Puppy Left For Dead After Hit-And-Run Accident Adopted By Officer Who Rescued Him

A young German Shepherd mix struck by a vehicle in Indiana this summer could have lost his leg. Instead, thanks to the police officers who rescued him, he kept all limbs and even gained a forever home. One late night back in August, a car hit the then 4-month-old puppy, knocking him into a ditch. The car didn’t even stop. He was left there to die. Thankfully, a tow truck driver passing by saw him there and called 911. There … Read more

Therapy Dogs All Dressed Up For Thanksgiving Will Tide You Over Til Christmas

Therapy dogs already bring so much joy to people year-round, but this holiday season some special therapy dogs in Florida are spreading that joy even farther across the internet. An amazing picture of seven therapy dogs seated around the table for Thanksgiving is going viral (for obvious reasons.) The group of therapy dogs from Therapy K9’s of Southwest Florida all gathered at a home in North Port for Thanksgiving. Obviously a photo needed to be taken to commemorate this occasion, … Read more

Adoptable Dog Spends Second Thanksgiving In Ohio Shelter

Thanksgiving is a favorite among holidays because it’s so family-focused. We see and embrace our loved ones and express our gratitude. We spend the day basking in the love we’re blessed to be surrounded by. Sadly, not everyone has a family to gather with. In fact, dogs living in shelters don’t even have anywhere else to go. An animal shelter is not the ideal place to spend the holidays, but that’s exactly where a black dog named Boomer (short for Boomerang) found … Read more

She Drove 1,500 Miles To Adopt The Dog Who Spent 4 Years In The Shelter

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You may remember the sweet pup we featured last month who had been dumped at the shelter on Christmas Eve in 2015. Well with the help of those of you who shared his story, his future adopter read his feature on iHeartDogs and knew she could be the one to change his life. After waiting patiently for his forever home, Bernard finally got his happily ever after! In what seemed like fate, Kathy Ahern came across an adorable face on … Read more

Acts Of Animal Cruelty Are Officially A Felony In The U.S.!

If you’re an avid reader of iHeartDogs.com, you’ve probably read your fair share of stories about unthinkable animal cruelty. Dedicated people across the country have been fighting to impose harsher penalties for acts of animal cruelty. This week, they were rewarded with a historic new legislation. Following its passage in the Senate, a bill making acts of animal cruelty a felony was just signed by President Trump. It’s official! Senator Pat Toomey (R-PA) who co-sponsored the bill called the bill’s … Read more

Puppy Stolen From Car In 2017 Was Just Reunited With His Dad Who Never Gave Up Looking For Him

A 4-month-old puppy was stolen just two days before Christmas in 2017. Schiele was a tiny Belgian Malinois rescue pup from Puerto Rico. He and his dad lived in South Florida but they had been staying in California when Schiele went missing. Schiele’s dad, Rian Maercks, had left the puppy locked inside his Tesla with the windows up and the air conditioning on. Maercks quickly ran inside a store to pick up a grill. He thought he was doing his … Read more

Fox Personality Dana Perino Shares What Helped Her After Her Dog’s Passing

No, our dogs don’t live as long as we do. And yes, we all know and understand this when we become dog parents. But it doesn’t make losing a dog at any age any easier. Saying goodbye to our babies is always tough. Fox News personality Dana Perino received some uplifting words on the topic after her dog Henry died in 2012. The person who provided the words of comfort was Charles Krauthammer, as she told his son Daniel Krauthammer … Read more

The Healthy Hound Newsletter #6

In This Issue

● Holiday Gifts For Healthy, Happy Dogs
● Signs Of Doggy Dementia
● World’s Oldest Dog
● Teaching An Old Dog New Tricks
● Vet Corner: Tips For Senior Dog Care
● Reader Q: How To Know When It’s Your Dog’s “Time”

Job Looking After Two Golden Retrievers In A Luxury Town House Somehow Still Available

Looking for work is not the most thrilling task. Finding the right opportunities can be tough. It’s not often the perfect opening falls right into your lap. Lucky for you dog lovers out there looking for work: that perfect opening is here! A job listing that’s somehow still available seeks someone in London to care for a beautiful home and even more beautiful Golden Retrievers full-time. “A busy couple are looking for a live-in housekeeper at their 6-storey town house in … Read more

Bride Does A ‘First Look’ Photo Shoot With Her Dog

Kristen and Duncan Dupree agreed that their wedding day would be the first time that Duncan saw her in her dress. They knew that some couples preferred to do a ‘first look’ before the wedding, but that wasn’t the path they wanted to take. However, they decided that they wanted their Labrador Retriever named Zeke to be an important part of their wedding day. That decision made Kristen rethink the whole ‘first look’ idea. There was a time when Kristen … Read more

Conan The Military Service Dog Repeatedly Nudges Vice President Pence During Rose Garden Ceremony

Conan is the special operations military service dog who helped take down Isis leader al-Baghdadi in a raid last month. Her work has earned her special recognition. Introducing Conan as the “world’s most famous dog,” Conan was honored in the Rose Garden of the White House. Conan got very cozy with Vice President Mike Pence, nudging him for head scratches, proving that even the mightiest of dogs want nothing more than love. Conan’s Heroic Act When members of 1st Special … Read more

There’s A Better Way To Calculate Your Dog’s “Human Age” According To Scientists

My dog Cody recently celebrated his 11th birthday. That beautiful little creature has lived on this earth for barely over a decade, but there’s no denying he’s an old dog. If I were to calculate his human-equivalent age the way we’ve all been doing it for years, I’d multiply his 11 years by 7 and say he’s about 77 in “human years.” New research says that long-followed formula is not really accurate though. A recently published study conducted to determine how human … Read more

Street Dog Sails With Sailor Dad, Rescues Abandoned Newborn Kitten

Sergi has always craved adventure, so it was no surprise that he took on the challenge of sailing across the ocean all by himself. Though he knew he had years of incredible experiences ahead of him, he had no idea that he would acquire a furry sailing partner along the way. During Sergi’s journey he made a pit stop in Sardinia, Italy. What he thought would be a regular pit stop turned into the place in which he would meet … Read more

Dog’s New Family Searches For Hospice Patient Who Had To Give Him Up

One of the unique aspects of adopting a shelter dog is the fact that, so often, there is little information known about the dog’s previous life. We may always have to wonder: were they loved, were they lost, were they okay before I  found them? Even the smallest snippet of background information can make a dog’s personality and temperament more easily understood. Evan Strand and his girlfriend Hannah Dordal had recently gotten a Labrador puppy. Like all Labrador puppies, little … Read more

Dog Stolen In 2015 Is Found With Criminals Nearly 3,000 Miles Away

Maggie the Bulldog never asked for a life of crime, but that’s what happened after she was stolen in 2015. She had been living happily with her dad in Northern California until a couple snatched her from her home one day. Her dad was unable to find her after that, and unfortunately, she ended up in the wrong hands. She found herself living with two criminals that would bring her with them whenever they went to rob a house. A … Read more

7 Ways Your Kids Can Volunteer At A Shelter

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Volunteers are an absolutely essential component to an animal shelter’s success. Just ask any shelter director, veterinarian, or staffer. They will tell you that it would be impossible to keep up with the shelter’s demands without the help of dedicated and big-hearted volunteers. It takes a whole lotta love and hard work to keep homeless dogs safe, healthy, and happy while waiting to go home with a forever family. Children stand to benefit in immeasurable and innumerable ways through volunteer … Read more

Former Bait Dog Finally Has The Loving Home He Always Deserved

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The Street Dog Foundation has rescued so many dogs in need of urgent care throughout the years. Though they have been a part of several desperate rescue situations, Liam’s story is forever imprinted on their hearts. The rescuers at the Street Dog Foundation were made aware of an abandoned dog living behind a warehouse in Memphis. Once they arrived at the scene, they couldn’t believe their eyes. Hiding between two dumpsters was a pitiful pup who’s spirit had been broken. … Read more

Prancing Pup Runs The Westminster Agility Course At His Own Leisurely Pace

The Agility Competition at the Westminster and Crufts dog shows are a source of pure entertainment for dog lovers. It’s exciting to watch the incredible canine athletes, but the real fun is the unpredictability of the dogs themselves. Take for example, Mia the Beagle. During her 2017 Westminster run, Mia was more interested in the crowd and the state of her lady parts than the competition. And then there was Kratu’s 2019 Crufts performance. The shaggy Romanian rescue dog created … Read more

Publix Employees Surprise Loyal Customer With A Dog After His Pup Dies In An Accident

Everyone handles the loss of their dog differently. Some people find it’s helpful to seek new love in another dog. Others just aren’t ready to move on. And sometimes, just interacting with a certain dog can help make those decisions for you. That’s what happened to a man in Lakewood Ranch, Florida named Bob Eck. His dog Bobo, formerly his best friend, had been hit by a car and killed. After that, his whole life changed. Eck often brought Bobo … Read more

Blind Man Gets Beautiful Responses When He Asks People To Describe Their Dogs

Stephen Shkuratoff from Calgary, Canada loves dogs. He enjoys meeting and getting to know new dogs, and he often shares photos of himself with different dogs on Facebook. However, as much as Shkuratoff adores them, he is blind, so he is unable to see how adorable they are. So, he reached out to the Dogspotting Society group on Facebook to find out how other dogs lovers would describe their furry friends. Shkuratoff made a post asking others to describe their … Read more

UPDATE: Stray Dog Kept Five Kittens Warm On The Side Of The Road.

On a cold night in Ontario, Canada, cars drove down the road as usual. Unfortunately, many of them did not notice the dog laying on the side of the road. A sweet stray dog named Serenity was curled up on the snowy roadside on a cold night. Luckily, someone finally noticed her and decided to call for help. However, when they approached Serenity, they realized that she was not alone. This stray dog was curled up around 5 tiny kittens! … Read more

Mother Dog Loses Her Whole Litter. Adopts A Litter Of Orphaned Puppies

There are few things more beautiful than the natural bond between a mother and her babies across all species. That also means there are few things more heartbreaking than when one loses the other. The drive to nurture really sticks with a mother, even after they’ve lost their newborns. Rosa, a Chihuahua who just lost a litter of premature puppies, arrived at Secondhand Hounds in Minnesota from a commercial breeder. Then, amazingly, not a few hours later the rescue received … Read more

UPDATE: Dog Who Saved His Vietnam Veteran Dad From A Fire Is Honored

Brian Rand from South Carolina recently suffered a tragedy. His house burned down with all his belongings inside of it. However, he is still cheerful and positive because if it weren’t for his best friend, a rescue dog named Curly, he might not have made it out alive. Rand is just grateful that he still has Curly by his side, and he is truly amazed that his brave and heroic dog was able to save his life that night. Now, … Read more

A Minneapolis Shelter Is Now Empty For The Holidays!

You know that feeling when you’re approaching the door of the place you need to go and see a sign taped to the door? Usually your first thought is “Uh oh, what went wrong here to warrant a printed sign?” But if your destination this week was Minneapolis Animal Care & Control, the sign taped to that door is one you’d probably love to see. This weekend, the City Of Minneapolis Twitter account shared an image of that sign which … Read more

Puppy Has To Have Ear Amputated After Haircut At Petco

When we take out fur babies to a groomer, we expect them to be returned to us safely. We trust that any groomer charged with caring for our dog in our absence will have the proper training and experience necessary to make decisions the will benefit our dog. At the absolute minimum, we expect them to come back to us whole and unharmed. Angela Weeks recently took her 5 month old puppy Baylee to get a hair cut at PetCo … Read more

Couple Tears Up After Large, Fearful Rescue Dog Finally Learns To Snuggle

A dog’s size is not necessarily related to its behavior. Sometimes the largest dogs are extremely fearful when they come from tough backgrounds. This makes their interactions with people difficult and subsequently makes them harder to adopt. A couple in Montana learned this firsthand when they rescued a stray named Teddy. In October 2018, Wes Siler and his fiancee Virginia loaded a giant dog they met in a junkyard into their car. Prior to her rescue, Teddy had spent the first … Read more

20 Holiday Gifts for a Healthier & Happier Dog

#20 – Joint relief for older dogs: Contains joint lubricating glucosamine, chondroitin, MSM, and turmeric ($29.99)   #19 – The Perfect “Toy” for an Anxious Pup ($9.99) If your pup spends part of the day away from you, odds are they crave your smell. In fact, its been found that your smell has a calming effect on your dog. This toy, known as the Comfort Cuddler, allows you to leave a small article of clothing or your pillow case with … Read more

Dog Befriends and Protects Abandoned Baby Giraffe

Dogs are known to be very protective over the ones they love and they will do anything to keep them safe. While those loved ones are typically humans or other dogs, every once in a while, an unusual friendship occurs. Hunter the young Belgian Malinois has recently found a new friend. His friend is a baby giraffe named Jazz. As soon as Jazz was rescued, Hunter immediately fell in love with the little giraffe and began watching over him. Jazz … Read more

Rescued Pit Bull “Woos” Her Way Into Millions Of Hearts

Maisy is a stout, thick, and gorgeous blue Pit Bull with big, beautiful eyes and the sweetest soul. She is a friend to all, including her mom’s cat and two horses and has the absolute cutest way of communicating her zest for life. She “woos” and “woo-oos” when she is happy and when you hear it and see the accompanying Pit Bull butt wiggle, you simply cannot help but smile. Her mom Marisa saved her life from people who locked … Read more

21 Black Friday & Cyber Monday Deals For Dog Lovers

UPDATE: Great news! All of the deals below are LIVE now! Get a head start on your holiday shopping! It’s time for holiday shopping! Next week is one of the best times to not just buy gifts, but anything you’ve been wanting on sale. We have a fantastic list of holiday gift items for your dog and the dog lover in your life, as well as must-have essentials (like treats!) that you can stock up on at unbelievable prices. #1 … Read more

Sporty The Beloved Self-Walking Pup Loses Battle With Cancer

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UPDATE: A few weeks ago, we brought you the story about the self-walking dog helping thousands as he walked the streets of Chicago. He touched the lives of so many. Sadly, Sporty lost his battle against cancer on November 14th. He passed in the arms of his loving dad who continuously fought to give Sporty all the love and support he could ever need. “He went so peacefully on his blankets with his head on my lap, paw in my … Read more

Adoption Fees Will Be Waived For California Veterans

All shelter dogs need a loving home, and most veterans need a furry friend by their side. So, it is important that these dogs and humans can be brought together to make each other happy from now on. To make this dream become a reality, California animal shelters will be allowing veterans to adopt dogs for free once 2020 rolls around. It’s the perfect way to make lives better both for veterans and dogs all at the same time. State … Read more

Dog Becomes Accidental Driver Of Car Left Running

I don’t believe in ghosts. I tend to subscribe to the ‘Nancy Drew’ mentality that every bizarre occurrence has a logical explanation. For a while, the case of an unmanned car in Port St. Lucie, Florida this week seemed like something supernatural. Of course there did turn out to be a more logical explanation. On November 21st, residents were totally spooked to see a car with no one in the driver’s seat making circles around the cul-de-sac… in reverse. Anne … Read more

Pet Photography Couple Is Traveling The US In 2020 To Raise Money For Animal Charities

Mary and Adam Goldberg are an ambitious couple with a goal of raising $100,000 for animal charities in 2020. Having already raised $160,000 in previous years with their talent for capturing unique pet portraits, we have no doubt that they will reach their goal and more! AGoldPhoto Pet Photography was formed in 2016 on accident when Adam Goldberg stumbled upon his love of photographing animals at their local animal shelter. Adam worked for the Humane Society of Broward County from … Read more

New Studies Show That Yelling At Your Dog Can Have Heartbreaking Effects

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Training a new puppy can be frustrating. With the possibility of accidents in the house and destruction of your belongings, overwhelmed pet parents often resort to yelling. What was once thought of as harmless mild punishment style training is now proving to have lasting effects on our beloved companions. It’s time to think twice before yelling. Styles of Training With the variety of training schools and resources that are available to us, it’s important to understand the most common forms … Read more

Ranger The German Shepherd Will Remain Puppy-Sized Forever

Ranger the German Shepherd might look like a puppy, but he’s actually two years old! When his mom, Shelby Mayo, first met him, she knew he was smaller than he was supposed to be, but she didn’t think much of it until he got older. Sure, he’s adorable, but being puppy-sized forever also comes with a lot of health issues. Luckily, Mayo is willing to do everything it takes to keep him happy and healthy. When Ranger was very young, … Read more

Great Dane Gets Jealous Of New Puppy In Hilarious Video

Great Danes are known to be gentle giants but that doesn’t mean they can’t get jealous! Lindsey Heinz is the dog mom to a Great Dane named Bagira. She decided to expand their family by adopting a sweet, tiny puppy from a local shelter. It seemed like a great idea to everyone except Bagira. The jealous giant showed her outrage in the best way possible. Lindsey decided to record the moment she introduced her two dogs to their newest sibling. … Read more

Kind-Hearted Restaurant Staff Pays For Sick Dog’s Final Supper

Elaine Potter is the mother of 10 adorable Maltese Terriers in West Sussex. Of course, they all mean the world to her and she couldn’t imagine the thought of losing them. However, 14-year-old Phoebe had been battling cancer for 8 months, and Potter couldn’t bear to see her suffer anymore. She knew it was time to say goodbye to her beautiful dog, but she wanted to give Phoebe one last exciting day first. Phoebe had a cancerous lump, and she … Read more

Marine Veteran And Service Dog Denied Entry Into Pittsburgh Restaurant

A day out with a friend turned into a disappointing venture when a combat veteran was denied entry into a restaurant. Kris Jones is a combat veteran with a service dog named Chopper. He and Chopper went with a friend to The Huddle in Pittsburgh to enjoy some time out on the town. Unfortunately, Kris and Chopper were denied entry according to abcnews.com. Disappointment And Frustration For Jones and Chopper “It was just very disappointing to me. It is just … Read more