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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

Dog Is Best Friends With His Ferret Brother

Nova is a big German Shepherd that loves to go on adventures and play. However, she never goes anywhere without her best friend by her side! While most dogs are perfectly content just playing with humans, other dogs, or sometimes even cats, Nova’s friend is very different. Her best friend is her ferret brother named Pacco, and they do everything together! Diana Grib has had Nova for about two and a half years, but she’s only had Pacco for a … Read more

Vocal Husky Leads Mom Across The House To Get His Way And It’s Adorable

Huskies are known to be quite vocal when expressing themselves. They let our a siren’s wail that their humans can’t help but answer. Sometimes it seems they just want to talk and other times they are communicating a clear message. In the case of Zeus and his Dog Mom, Zeus relentlessly “talks” to his mama until he gets his way. The resulting trip through the house is adorable. Make sure you watch every clip because the end has a very … Read more

Clever “Hero” Dog Faked Emergencies To Earn Treats

In Paris in 1908, a smart Newfoundland quickly gained attention for being a local hero. He lived with a man on the banks of the Seine, which is just outside of Paris. One day, a child was playing near the river, and he accidentally fell into the water. The child was very close to drowning, but this brave dog rushed to the rescue and saved him. As soon as he heard the cries of the child and the splashing of … Read more

Woman’s Dog Warned Her About Cancer, She Listened And Lived

Stephanie Herfel shares her life with a special Husky named Sierra. Stephanie is a survivor. She has battled ovarian cancer that has gone into remission and come back again a total of four times. Each and every time her cancer has emerged, Sierra has sent Stephanie warning signs that something was wrong. At first Stephanie didn’t listen. Now that she understands Sierra’s means of communication, she acts on the warnings and it has made all the difference. Sierra Tried to … Read more

The Healthy Hound Newsletter #5

In This Issue

● Recent Recalls
● Is It A Cold Or Something More Serious?
● No, Hemp Won’t Get Your Dog High
● The Dangers Of Dogs Riding In Truck Beds
● Puppy Born With Tail On His Forehead
● Are You Stressing Your Dog Out?
● The Most Important Thing You Can Do For Your Dog
● Cold Weather Safety Tips

Study Shows Raising A Dog Makes Relationships Happier And Your Partner Sexier

If you’re reading this, then you’re probably the kind of person who nearly breaks out in song at the sight of any doggo. At the very least, you have urges to give them all the belly rubs. If you’re in a relationship then you may feel the same way about your partner- especially if they emptied the dishwasher that day. But, in the event that your relationship needed a little boost of happiness, there’s hope! Want A Happy Relationship? Adopt … Read more

Homeless Puppy Finds Shelter In A Nativity Scene

As Christmas approaches, lots of churches put up Nativity scenes for people to enjoy. In Criciúma, Brazil, a church had just set up a Nativity scene of their own, and a group of people came to admire it. To their surprise, there was an unexpected addition to the scene. A puppy was curled up right beside baby Jesus, trying his best to keep warm. The puppy appeared peaceful as he slept. The puppy looked like a German Shepherd, and he … Read more

Fed Up Rescuer Writes Open Letter To Person Who Dumped 2 Dogs

It can be exhausting hearing all the stories about abandoned dogs. It sometimes seems like there’s a neverending stream of unloved pups pouring out into the streets as people just dump them when they don’t want them any more. But if we’ve learned anything reading all these stories, it’s that for every human who abandons a dog, there are others who are willing to help. Heroes don’t look the way they do in comics, or in movies based on comics. … Read more

Terminally Ill Little Girl That Spent Her Life Advocating For Dogs Has Passed Away

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When it comes to animal advocates, Emma was as passionate as they come! In lieu of the gifts she was offered during her battle with cancer, she wanted only one thing: to help as many dogs as she could. In early 2019, Emma was diagnosed with a DIPG Brain Tumor which affected her brain stem. After a 10 month long battle with this aggressive illness, she passed away in the arms of her mom and dad. Within days of her … Read more

Stray Puppy With Natural Human-Like Eyebrows Finds A Forever Home

Some humans spend a lot of time making sure they have perfectly shaped eyebrows. However, for Betty the rescue dog, her beautiful eyebrows aren’t high-maintenance at all. At first glance, they might appear fake, but she was actually born that way. Sadly, she was rejected by her first parents due to her unusual appearance, but she has grown so much since then and she’s embraced her beautiful coloring. When she was only five months old, Betty was found wandering the … Read more

Scientists Need 10,000 Dogs To Help Them Study Canine Aging

What would you do to help all dogs live longer? Would you fill out surveys about your pooch? Send in DNA samples and vials of poop? Scientists for the Dog Aging Project certainly hope so. They’re counting on 10,000 dog lovers to volunteer their pups for a five year study on canine aging. The project is the largest-ever study on how dogs age. It will rely on pup parents to provide data such as veterinary records, DNA samples, gut microbes … Read more

City Of Dallas Euthanizes A “Dangerous” Dog that Never Once Attacked Anyone

The City of Dallas has an ordinance pertaining to dogs that have been deemed dangerous or aggressive. Although the aim of the program is to maintain safety in neighborhoods, some Dallas residents believe that petty humans are abusing the program in order to get back at neighbors during a feud. Nyesha Anglin believes that to be the case and it cost Nyesha’s beautiful dog Chloe her life.  What is the Dangerous Dogs List? Dallas City Hall’s website says: “Dallas Animal … Read more

How To Tell If Your Dog Has A Cold

According to the CDC, the average adult gets two to three colds per year. Children get even more. But what about dogs? Are they at risk for the same kinds of viruses that cause our miserable symptoms? The answer is yes and no. Very few viruses cross from one species to another. Cold germs tend to stick to their own kind, so the chances of you passing on your symptoms to the family dog (or vice versa) are slim to … Read more

You Saved These Dogs From a High-Kill Shelter and Helped Them Find Forever Homes!

When you purchase items from the iHeartDogs store, part of the sale is donated to Greater Good. Greater Good supports lots of different charities, many of which help dogs in need. So, thanks to amazing customers like you, lots of dogs have had happier lives and some have even been saved because of you. Two of those dogs are Marty and Ace. Marty and Ace are two sweet dogs that ended up at the high-kill Visalia Shelter in California. The … Read more

Sade Was Nursed To Health And Found Her Forever Home Because Of You!

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iHeartdogs works closely with The Greater Good 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. The What We Do For The Love Of Pets Rescue is just one of the many rescues that benefit from the … Read more

Two Adoptable Dogs’ Rescue From A High-Kill Shelter In Mexico Was The Beginning Of A 1,000 Mile Plus Journey

Part of every sale through theiHeartDogs store is donated to GreaterGood, which helps support various charities. 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. Just like people, sometimes dogs are born into unfortunate circumstances and need some help getting to a better place. Out of convenience, good fluffy boys and girls are brought to high-kill and over capacity shelters where they have small chances from … Read more

Loveable Pitbull Made Amazing Recovery With Help From You And GreaterGood.org

It may be hard to believe now but Buddy’s life changed the day he wandered into someone’s yard. Buddy was emaciated and his paw pads were bloody. It was evident that Buddy hadn’t known a good life. He was severely malnourished and flinched whenever anyone tried to help. It was safe to assume he had a heartbreaking life of abuse and neglect. His bloody paws suggested that his previous owner had heartlessly dumped him in a rural area, probably with … Read more

Pregnant Dog Gets New Family, New Job, And A Whole New Life

Aggie was found as a stray and she was terrified, hungry, and all alone. Luckily, she was picked up and taken to the Tulare County Animal Shelter in Visalia, California. The shelter believed Aggie to be a Shiba Inu and Welsh Corgi mix. Unfortunately, nobody was showing any interest in Aggie despite her loving eyes and heart-melting face. It’s a mystery why that was the case because she is absolutely adorable! There seemed to be little hope for sweet little … Read more

UPDATE: Chicagoans Donate Thousands To Help A Sick Puppy Rescued From A Construction Site

Last month, iHeartDogs shared a story about a little white puppy named Parmesan Crisp who was found at a construction site in Chicago. Poor Parmesan was diagnosed with auto-immune disorder Juvenile Cellulitis (“Puppy Strangles”) and required costly care. Not to mention, the treatment itself the pup did not care for. One Tail At A Time, a Logan Square based rescue, was willing to do whatever it took to get Parmesan Crisp healthy first and a home second. They reached out … Read more

Police Officer Loses Beloved Dog But Finds Another In A Stolen Car

Andres Thomas has been a police office in San Diego for about four years. When on duty, he patrols the streets of the Central Division. Earlier this month Officer Thomas responded to a call about a stolen car. He went to the scene to investigate and was very surprised to see something very special and unexpected in the back seat of the stolen car. A yellow Labrador had been abandoned inside the vehicle. Protocol for officers who find animals in … Read more

Humane Society Is Investigating Petland Due To Animal Cruelty

Many dog parents know that it is always important to adopt instead of shop. However, there are still people that don’t agree with this, but the humane society is working to change that. Petland is one of the biggest pet store chains that sells puppies, and while many employees and customers have been skeptical over the years, the humane society has recently been investigating Petland on the grounds of animal cruelty. This investigation started when an investigator found dead bunnies … Read more

After Losing His Dog Man Goes To Shelter, Adopting All The Dogs Nobody Wanted

From Darkness into the Light After a hard loss of one of his fur babies that left an emptiness he just couldn’t fill, Steve Greig had the heartwarming and inspiring idea to go to the local shelter and adopt the “least adoptable” dog they had. Steve told the Dodo, “I was just so distraught about [that death]. A month or two went by and I still felt so horrible about it. I decided that the only way I would feel … Read more

25 Adorable Christmas Ornaments for Dog People

1. You Left Paw Prints On My Heart Ornament ($12.99) Because our fur babies deserve a special place on the tree. ❤️🌈🐶     2. A House Is Not A Home Without A Dog Ornament ($12.99) A beautiful, precious picture frame ornament for your tree! Insert a favorite photo of your pup. Update it year after year! A gorgeous keepsake ornament – makes a lovely gift!     3. Sparkling Red Paw Ornament ($12.99) This beautiful ornament will remind you … Read more

18-Year-Old Rescue Dog Stays Alive To Meet His New Human Baby Sister

Few people hoping to adopt a dog from a shelter are there looking for older dogs. It’s devastating how these adoptable dogs’ ages can work against them like this. Senior dogs can make for the most wonderful life experiences, no matter how old they are when they come into yours. If you’re not sure, the story of Beth and Michael Clark and the dog they rescued at 17-years-old will undoubtedly convince you. In December of 2015, the couple visited Friends … Read more

Maintenance Worker Can’t Help But Play With Tenant’s Adorable Dog Before Leaving

The trend of dog-friendly work places is on the rise, and I’ve got to say that I’m personally all for it. Breaking up a long work day with some snuggles and pats sure makes the rest of it easier. Plus there’s plenty of proof that playing with a dog is immensely therapeutic. Not everyone has an office or regular workplace to go to, however. Some people’s workplace happens to be other people’s homes. The best part about that is the … Read more

Families Are Welcoming Shelter Dogs Into Their Homes for Thanksgiving

Thanksgiving is a time to be surrounded by friends and family while enjoying delicious food. However, for many shelter dogs, it’s just another uneventful day. It’s not fair that so many dogs need to spend holidays like this alone, so Richmond Animal Care & Control (RACC) decided to do something about it. Four years ago, they reached out to the community to find shelter dogs a foster home for Thanksgiving. During the first year, Christie Chipps Peters, the shelter director, … Read more

Powerful Ad Campaign Shows How Dogs Can Change Our Lives

If you share your life and your home with a dog then you probably don’t need any convincing about how great they are. Pedigree is hoping to get the word out too so everyone knows just how much a dog can enhance our lives. Their ad campaign is doing a great job of tugging on the heartstrings, making us laugh, and bringing a tear to our eyes all at once. Changing Our Hearts, Our Perception, And Our Lives The ad … Read more

Veteran Makes His Service Dog His Best Man

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When Justin Lansford and his girlfriend Carol Balmes started planning their wedding, they knew they wanted to include their furry best friend in a big way. A groom’s best man should be his number one comrade, and there was no doubt that Justin’s service dog Gabe is just that. Justin served in the military as a paratrooper in the 82nd Airborne Division. While he was serving in Afghanistan in 2012 he was struck by an IED and suffered massive trauma … Read more

Feed Your Dog Fresh Food For Free

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The fresh food movement is fur real as more and more pet parents are recognizing the amazing health benefits that can be derived from feeding dogs real, fresh foods. The time is coming when we will no longer think in terms of people food or dog food. Food is food is food, regardless of who is eating it! It’s time to start putting conventional processed dog foods into the same category that we put conventional processed human foods. They are … Read more

Handler Remembers K9 Officer Harlej, Who Was Shot And Killed In The Line Of Duty

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The Fisher Police Department announced the death of a fellow officer on Wednesday, K9 Officer Harlej. Officer Harlej (pronounced Harley) was a respected member of the police force and a loved member of his community. The horrific night began with an attempt to stop a possible drunken driver. After a brief chase ensued, the two suspects stopped their car and fled from the vehicle. The two suspects ran into the woods nearby, so K9 Officer Harlej was deployed to find … Read more

Kind Neighbors Buy Apartment For Homeless Woman And Her Dogs

Two friends, Jennifer Husband-Elsier and Melissa Akacha, came across a woman that was living in her car at a Target parking lot in Philadelphia. She had two dogs with her, and she looked like she was having a hard time. Right away, the two women asked her if she was okay and if she needed anything. The woman in the car’s name is Lynn Schutzman. At the time, she told them that she was fine, but it was apparent that … Read more

Smart Dog Helps His Dad Make A Sandwich

It can be fun to teach our dogs special tricks. Over the years, dogs have learned many incredible things such as getting beer out of the fridge and even talking with their parents! Now, there is a dog that has learned to help his dad make a sandwich! Sure, making a sandwich is not hard for a human to do on their own, but even simple tasks are more fun with a dog by your side. And this dog seems … Read more

Clever Dog Convinces Her People To Adopt Her “Twin”

In my opinion, one of the hardest things about being an animal person is stopping yourself from going out and rescuing a bunch more animals. When you have the ability to care for a dog or cat who needs it, that instinct can be really hard to resist. Bethany Coleman knows this all too well. Her puppy Rogue, originally rescued from Animal Rescue League of Boston, sneakily convinced Coleman to adopt a canine pal for her. Coleman told Bored Panda she … Read more

Suicidal Veteran Saved By His Pit Bull, Inspired To Help Thousands Others Find Pups Of Their Own

There’s really no doubt about it at this point: countless examples of service dogs transforming the lives of U.S. veterans demonstrate how valuable these incredible animals are. Having had such an experience with his own service dog, one veteran wanted to help others find the same life-changing support. David Sharpe is a veteran of the United States Air Force who suffers from Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD.) He’s also founder of the organization Companions for Heroes which provides veterans and first … Read more

Man Adopts Terrified Shelter Dog And Gives Her The Life She Deserves

Howard Holloman visited the local shelter, hoping to change a dog’s life for the better. When he looked at all the adoptable pups, many of them pawed at their enclosures as he walked by. They were all adorable, but once he saw Noodles, he knew she was the one. Unlike the other energetic dogs, Noodles hid in the corner of the area, staring at the wall. She made no effort to get Holloman to choose her, but his choice was … Read more

Matching Outfits for the WHOLE Family, Dogs Included? Shark Tank Says, Yes, Please!

Families donning matching outfits for photo ops is nothing new. Countless photo sessions have been held with everyone in the fam sporting the same or similar outfits. In the last few years there has been an explosion in the matching family Christmas pajamas industry. Social media feeds are filled with an endless array of advertisements or snapshots of cute families decked out more festively than the very halls they pose in. https://www.instagram.com/p/B4aMXDClCrD/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link Finally, your holiday cards and family photos sessions … Read more

Brewery Features Shelter Dogs On Cans, Helping Rescues Find Homes

Fargo Brewing Company and 4 Luv of Dog rescue joined forces to promote the rescue group’s “one-der” dogs to potential fosters and adopters. These specially chosen rescue dogs will do best in a home where they get to be the only pet, hence the moniker “one-der’ dog. These dogs have a more limited pool of potential adopters since they have to be an only pet. To give them the extra exposure they need to find a foster or forever home, … Read more