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Netflix Releases a Dog-umentary About Service Dogs in Training

Guide dogs are incredible animals. They are smart enough to learn special tasks that can benefit people in ways that will completely change their lives for the better. But have you ever wondered how the dogs learn these skills and behaviors? Luckily, with a documentary on Netflix, you can! Pick of the Litter is a documentary that is specifically about puppies going through training to become guide dogs.  This 2018 film is currently only available on Netflix overseas, but it … Read more

After over 1,450 Days in a Shelter, Penny Just Wants a Forever Home. And a Tennis Ball.

There’s a dog for every person. But sadly, there doesn’t seem to be a person for every dog. This truly appears to be the case for sweet Penny. She has spent most of her 5 1/2 years of life in a shelter with over 750 days at the Wenatchee Valley Humane Society animal shelter in Washington. This poor pup has faced struggles no dog should ever have to deal with. But most importantly, she has lived a great deal of … Read more

This Adoptable Dog Shows How Sad Beginnings Can Still Have Happy Endings

Some pretty great rescue dogs end up spending far too much time in shelters. Some have medical conditions, some have difficult pasts, and some are just getting up in age. All of them deserve to find families to love them. That’s the thinking that inspired Petfinder.com to celebrate Adopt A Less Adoptable Pet Week, and they’ve been doing it for the last 10 years. The goal is to help senior animals and other long-term shelter residents find their fur-ever homes. The annual … Read more

UPDATE: Dedicated Rescuer “Shacks Up” With Shelter Dog To Help Her Find A Home

UPDATE 9/26/19: An adorable chocolate Pibble that spent more than 400 days in a Kansas shelter has been adopted! Queen made national headlines last week when devoted rescuer Scott Poore promised to live with her in her kennel until she found her forever home. The story went viral, but Queen’s new dad, Tony Puloso says that’s not what drew him to her. She is just a “perfectly sweet dog,” he told KMBC-TV. Check out Queen’s royal sendoff — complete with a … Read more

You Helped Get Carl The Medical Care He Needed! Thank you!

Part of each sale through the iHeartDogs store is donated to Greater Good, which helps support various charities. Thanks to customers like you, happy endings, like the one below, are made possible. Carl showed up on the doorstep of Roughneck Rescue & Sanctuary in the middle of the night in the middle of winter with three feet of snow on the ground. The rescue was alerted that he was outside by the other dogs. He didn’t have a collar or microchip and seemed like … Read more

Firefighters Rescue Bulldog Trapped Under A Collapsed Home From Hurricane Dorian

Dog Dorian Rescue

A dedicated firefighting crew from Gainesville, Florida traveled to the Bahamas to help assist in the devastation left behind from Hurricane Dorian. One team member had no idea he would soon set out to rescue his future furry best friend! During their visit, the firefighting team witnessed miles of destruction and damage unlike anything they had ever seen. During their efforts, they were brought to a collapsed home of which a medium-sized Bulldog was trapped under piles of rubble. The … Read more

3 Ways To Show Support For Someone Who Is Grieving The Loss Of A Dog

“I mean, it was just a dog.” “Now you can get a new one!” “It’s not like you lost an actual family member.” These are the types of statements people grieving the loss of a dog or cat have to put up with. Often mourners are made to feel as though their feelings over losing their dog are overblown or not justified. This is simply untrue, and very unfair. It’s important for everyone, whether you’ve lost an animal or you’ve … Read more

U.S. Bomb Sniffing Dogs Sent To Jordan Are Dying Of Neglect

Working Dogs Jordan

WARNING: DISTURBING PHOTOS OF NEGLECT BELOW Working dogs are an essential part of our work in the military, as they perform a list of tasks that help to save lives on the daily. You can imagine why so many are enraged at the release of new evidence that sheds light on the neglect these hard working dogs face during their time overseas. A year-long investigation by the state department has found a list of working dogs that have died in … Read more

20 Genius Dog Owner Hacks To Make Life Easier For You & Your Pup

1. Old Sweatshirts Make Awesome Small Dog Beds There’s nothing cozier to your dog than a soft piece of clothing that smells like you. Save money on cheaply made dog beds by making your own with just a pillow and an old sweatshirt! Here’s how! 2. Crib Mattress + Fitted Sheet = Big Dog Bed What happens to that old crib mattress when baby outgrows it? While people often pass on the crib itself, the mattress usually ends up in … Read more

Stray Followed Woman Everywhere On Vacation, So Now She’s Taking Her Home!

When traveling, there is a chance that you will come across some stray animals during your trip. Many of them will likely be scared or hesitant around strangers, so most people don’t think much of it. However, a beautician named Lucy Clydesdale came across a stray dog that just wouldn’t leave her alone during her girls’ holiday at the Tropicana Beach Hotel in Turkey. This stray dog was unlike any other dog Clydesdale had seen. It was like love at … Read more

Disney Donates Bedding and Blankets to Dogs Rescued from the Bahamas

Hurricane Dorian was an unfortunate situation for many. Sadly, this includes the dogs that were in the Bahamas, especially the ones in shelters without a home. Of all the pets at the Humane Society of Grand Bahama in Freeport, over 120 animals did not survive the flooding and disasters from the hurricane. Staff spent hours in neck deep water, and luckily, were able to save 83 shelter dogs. These 83 dogs were brought to the H.A.L.O. No-Kill Shelter in Sebastian, … Read more

Community Comes Together for Man Who Lost Everything Caring for Dying Dog

Todd Johnson is a resident of Keller, Texas, a suburban area near Dallas. Johnson resides in a minivan that he parks at various locations around town. He is a member of a fitness center where he exercises and uses the shower facilities before heading off to work. A fellow gym member, Patti Tavlian was walking into the gym when she noticed something inside the minivan. What she saw moved her enough to reach out to her neighbors via NextDoor, a … Read more

Agatha Has Fought For Survival For So Long. Let’s Find Her A Forever Home.

Agatha Cover

In honor of Adopt a Less Adoptable Pet Week, we are helping to bring attention to some of the less sought after pets in the shelters. So many loving dogs miss out on forever homes due to their age, appearance, and even their troubled past. A dog with a difficult past is no less adoptable than others, and may even show you their gratitude for your love in tenfold! This is especially true of this article’s featured pup, Agatha. Meet … Read more

Update: Pup Who Lost His Fur To Neglect May Be “Less Adoptable,” But Not Unlovable

Update: The good humans at Safe With Us Animal Rescue in Massachusetts have found Dakota his home! At a glance, you may not always be able to tell that a dog has been neglected. You may see big, brown eyes and a wagging tail, you might even see some protruding bones, broken teeth or scars. What you don’t see is a broken heart carefully mended back together by staff and volunteers who only wanted to let a pup know that … Read more

Home Security Camera Reveals Dog Using The Toilet. Literally.

Just because we’re asleep for the night, doesn’t necessarily mean our dogs are too. Even when we fall asleep lying next to them, they can get up and down from the bed without us even knowing. Who really knows what hijinks our canine friends get up to while we’re blissfully unaware in our beds? One family in Lakeside, California, found out the answer to this type of mystery and it was not at all what they would have expected. The … Read more

She Was Found Lying On A Grave. You Turned Her Into A Foster Fail!

Part of each sale through the iHeartDogs store is donated to Greater Good, which helps support various charities. Thanks to customers like you, happy endings, like the one below, are made possible. Maddy was found lying on a grave in Canine Connection All Breed Dog Rescue’s dog cemetery. She was brought to the property by a young neighbor girl who was afraid her dad was going to shoot Maddy. She was afraid to knock on the rescue’s door, so she left Maddy at the … Read more

Some People Say Pappy Will Never Find A Home. Let’s Prove Them Wrong.

This week is Adopt a Less Adoptable Pet Week. Shelters are full of wonderful dogs that need forever homes. Puppies and pure breeds and smaller dogs get snapped up far more quickly than others. Age, breed, health problems, color and size can all impact a dog’s ability to find a forever home. To help, PetFinder launched Adopt a Less Adoptable Pet week in 2009.  Here at iHeartDogs we have a special place in our dog-loving hearts for the pups that are frequently … Read more

Dog Diagnosed with Cancer Celebrates “Bonus Days” and Inspires Others

Knowing that a dog is nearing the end of life is never an easy thing to deal with. As they get older, their families often just get sadder over the thought of losing their best friend. However, Brendan Wiltse was not like that. He knew that his beloved dog, Khyber, needed to enjoy every day of his life no matter the circumstances.  Khyber has spent about 95% of his life by Wiltse’s side. They have been inseparable ever since the … Read more

Shih Tzu with 9 Pounds of Matted Fur Makes Amazing Transformation

Ellie Mae is an 11-year-old Shih Tzu with a sweet personality. Currently, she is walking around, full of life, but when she was first rescued, she was in terrible shape. Her previous parent had recently passed away. So, when the house was being cleaned out, that’s when Ellie Mae was found. They didn’t even know that the woman had a dog, and they guessed that Ellie Mae had gone at least a year without access to care. If they hadn’t … Read more

A Dog With A Troubled Past Wins The People World’s Cutest Rescue Dog Contest

The World’s Cutest Rescue Dog of 2019 has been crowned, and a beautiful Keeshond named Kacey takes the win! Nearly 7,000 rescue dogs entered the contest, but Kacey’s troubling  story captured the public’s hearts. Sheila Cosgrove, a New Jersey resident, was a member of an online pet rescue network that consisted of several rescues and pet owners. This rescue network helped to spread the word about foster pets in the area, and shed light on the puppy mill operations in … Read more

Loyal Dog Lays By His Sick Owner’s Side Until The Very End

Benny, an adorable dachshund mix was found roaming the devastated streets after Hurricane Harvey. Rescuers brought him to Washington with several other found pups, where he then waited for the perfect family to call his own. His sad eyes caught the attention of the Ballenger family, and just like that he found his forever home. Scott Ballenger and Benny were inseparable from the start. From the second he stepped into their home, he clung to his new dad with every … Read more

Homeless Man Dog And His Lost Best Friend Have The Most Joyful Reunion

Our dogs mean as much to us as we do to them, they’re just way cuter at showing it. We have the science to back up the fact that our pups miss us when we’re gone, but the excited jumps and tail wags when we return home make that plenty clear. That’s what makes our reunions with them so special. It’s also what makes being separated from them so difficult. Anthony Rogers, an artist in Memphis, Tennessee, ended up homeless … Read more

Meet Yoyoma: a “Diamond in the Ruff”

September 16th through the 22nd is Adopt a Less Adoptable Pet Week! This event might sound a bit sad, but it’s actually a celebration to encourage animal lovers to adopt a dog that is having a harder time finding their forever family. Some of these dogs include seniors, dogs with special needs, specific breeds, and dogs that have been up for adoption for a long time. So, it is important for dog lovers to pay attention to the amazing dogs … Read more

Lori’s Leash Lovers Is Making a Difference in OC Neighborhoods

We are so excited to let you all know about a special company that is making a difference for people and dogs in Orange County neighborhoods. They’re called Lori’s Leash Lovers OC, and you’re going to love the work they’re doing. They’re a group of devoted dog walkers that provide a valuable service at an affordable price. Better still, they employ adults that have challenges to employment. Image Lori’s Leash Lovers OC Facebook Lori’s Leash Lovers OC Employees Adults with … Read more

7 Habits Of Wonderful Pet Parents

iHeartDogs is reader-supported. When you buy via links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission at no extra cost to you. I admit it. I’m “one of those dog moms”. You know, the ones that are crazy about their dogs and love to talk about dogs, and schedule their lives around their dogs? That’s me. My dogs are my life- they’re my fur-kids and my source of joy and comfort. After I lost my Great Dane and best … Read more

Celebrate National Dog Week Like a Smart Cookie

September 22-28 is National Dog Week, so while we always love and celebrate our pups, why not do something a little extra to show how much you care? These wonderfully delicious peanut butter I Woof You cookies from The Dog Bakery are the perfect tasty treats to share with your pooch during the special time. Or anytime! To celebrate this special event, The Dog Bakery will even donate a portion of  proceeds to animal rescue. Talk about one sweet deal. … Read more

Shy Dog Lived At A Shelter For 3 Years. The Staff Refused To Give Up On Him.

First impressions are important, and those of us who have adopted dogs from shelters know this to be true. When you meet the right dog, you just know. Sadly though, some dogs that end up in shelters don’t quite know how to socialize, and that makes giving a good first impression to a potential adopter difficult. This was the dilemma of an adorable beagle mix named Banjo. Banjo was originally found alone in the woods at just a few months … Read more

Suspected Puppy Mill with 80 Dogs Found in Virginia

Fauquier County Animal Control received an anonymous tip about a suspected puppy mill in Fauquier County, Virginia. The tip was from someone who had attempted to purchase a dog from Vernine Gipstein, 69, and Barton Gipstein, 75. However, they noticed that the puppy that was being sold to them did not appear to be healthy and even had fleas. This didn’t seem right to them, so they reached out for help immediately. Luckily, their simple tip ended up making a … Read more

Here’s How Selective Breeding Changed The Brains Of Our Dogs

Anyone familiar with a wide variety of dog breeds can tell you that some seem to have an innate knack for certain jobs or personality traits that are consistent across the breed. German Shepherds have great success in police work, for example, while Golden Retrievers are tolerant and gentle with children. Despite the fact that these stereotypes are generally accepted across countless breeds for countless traits, there has been little scientific research done on the subject. Until now. Researchers set … Read more

Three Unfortunate Things Keep This Sweet Boy From Finding A Happy Home

Every year since 2009, Petfinder.com has celebrated Adopt A Less Adoptable Pet Week to help senior dogs, FIV+ cats, and other often-overlooked pets find their fur-ever homes. The annual event takes place during the third week of September. This year’s Less Adoptable Pet Week is September 16 — 22, 2019.  Handsome Hatchi came to All 4 Paws in Pawleys Island, South Carolina about six months ago. He has big, soulful brown eyes, loves long walks on the beach, and has … Read more

Woman Unknowingly Rescues Senior Dog She Lost 11 Years Prior

Children bond with their childhood pets in such a strong way. We never forget our first puppy love and will always hold them close in our hearts. For Nicole Grimes of Pennsylvania, the pup that first made that kind of mark was a small black and gray girl named Chloe. Image Nicole Grimes Facebook A Gift from Nana Nicole’s grandmother gifted her the puppy when Nicole was 10 years old. Dressed in a pink bow, Nicole was immediately infatuated with … Read more

Escape Artist Dog Caught on Camera Showing Up Houdini Himself

A small dog in Brazil kept mysteriously escaping day after day. The resourceful boy was somehow getting out of the massive gate surrounding the family’s home. His mom would come home every day and find that Pingo had been gallivanting around town. “I don’t know when it began. All I knew was that he was getting out when the gate was closed,” Albertina Fogaça told The Dodo. An Undercover Mission to Solve the Mystery Pingo’s mom, Albertina Fogaça, decided to … Read more

Mysterious Deadly Illness Sweeping Across Norway, So Far Killing 30 Dogs

A mysterious illness is plaguing dogs in Norway and causing panic. Veterinarians and scientists are scrambling to figure out the cause but have been unsuccessful so far. The illness has been linked to the death of nearly 30 dogs. Unfortunately, autopsies have given no clear insight into the mystery ailment. The Norwegian Veterinary Institute says 10 dogs have been autopsied so far. Another five autopsies are expected in the coming days. The agency hopes to have answers soon. A Mind-Bending … Read more

Lost Dog’s Bed Helps Him Find His Way Home

Sami Missing Dog

Vancouver pet parents found themselves looking for a local pet sitter when they needed to head out of town for a friend’s wedding. After much research, they found a pet sitter they believed they could trust from a popular online pet sitting service, Rover. What started out as a fun weekend with friends, turned into a nightmare for the loving dog parents. Michael and Shannon Brennan dropped off their beloved pup Sami with a pet sitter on a Friday before … Read more

“Platform Pawtroller” Lovingly Remembered By Family, Friends and Fans

In 2017 we were happy to tell iHeartDogs readers about Jake, Virgin Trains’ “Platform Pawtroller” at the Stafford Rail Station in Staffordshire, England. Jake was a big fan of trains, and for 11 years his dad, Neil McNamera would walk him to the station to greet guests with a wagging tail and happy face! In September of 2017, Virgin Trains rolled out new uniforms for railway employees. The staff was all very fond of Jake, and Virgin Trains presented him … Read more

After 11 Years In A Puppy Mill, Rescued Senior Dog Finally Rests In A Bed

When greed and selfish motives overcome love and compassion, the result is almost always tragic. Puppy mills are one such tragic result of this corruption of mankind. These are horrible places where dogs are forced to breed over and over again. Many of these poor dogs are kept in wire cages for their entire lives, so they don’t even know what it feels like to be a dog – to feel loved. Their health and wellbeing is sadly not maintained, so … Read more

Michigan Is Now A “No-Kill” Shelter State. Here’s What That Means.

Euthanasia in shelters is not something we really want to have to think about. Thankfully today we’ve got some positive news in that department! The Michigan Pet Fund Alliance recently announced that their state is now a “No-Kill” state for shelter animals. The MPFA defines “No-Kill” as a practice for animal shelters where euthanasia is only considered an “act of mercy,” “reserved only for cats and dogs that are too sick/injured to be treated or too aggressive to be suitably rehomed.” https://www.facebook.com/michiganhumane/photos/a.116049627848/10156586768717849/?type=3&theater … Read more

Officer Wouldn’t Leave This Injured Dog’s Side Until Help Arrived

Deputy and Fiona

Deputy Sheriff Josh Fiorelli recently went viral for his on-the-job kindness. On a cold winter day, he found himself caring for a dog – a creature a bit out of the ordinary from his normal human interactions. Carlos Irizzy was out on his daily walk when he came across a police officer sitting in the grass, petting a white dog that was lying under his coat. It turned out that this sweet pup had been hit by a car, and … Read more

Baked and Saucy: A Savory Combination Your Dog Will Dig

Food boredom is fur real. In fact, 63% of pet parents think that their pets get bored with their food. If you need to shake things up at mealtime, take a look at an easy solution from the fine folks at “I and love and you”. It’s called Baked and Saucy. In just one bag of food, you can serve up the variety that your dog craves. Your pup will find it positively drool-worthy and easy on the tummy! Serving Baked & Saucy … Read more

This Woman’s Adorable Dog Is The Perfect Wingwoman

Look: Flirting is hard. The best among us sometimes need our “wing” men and women, friends who are willing to talk us up to our crushes without getting in the way. For 21-year-old Alli Gardner in Indiana, her wing “woman” was less of a woman and more of a female dog. The dog’s name is Miley, and she’s a beautiful Beagle who catches everyone’s eye. Everyone including Sid, the roommate of a friend of Alli’s who came across an Instagram … Read more

Celebrity Goldendoodle Goes Missing in Australia for Three Days

Chris Hemsworth’s dog recently went on a three-day-long jaunt around town. The young Goldendoodle went missing and sent the family into a panic. People.com reports Sunny vanished after being startled by an electric fence in the Byron Bay area of Australia. A Missing Family Member Even a Superhero Couldn’t Find Family friend Tracey Sparks took to social media to appeal for help finding the fluffy pup. “Sunny is still missing, now approaching her third night lost.. please keep a look … Read more

Why Are Veterinarians Dying by Suicide at Alarming Rate?

What do you want to be when you grow up? Time and again young children will answer, “a veterinarian.” In fact, a survey by Fatherly and New York Life found that 75% of girls responded to that question in exactly that way. Although it’s no surprise that so many of our young people want to become veterinarians, there is a very startling statistic about those who actually fulfill that dream. Veterinarians in the U.S. are far more likely to die by … Read more

The Strongest Animal Cruelty Charges in History For Horrific Dog Fighting Ring Owner

Lft investigation

Animal cruelty laws can be quite frustrating in the eyes of animal lovers, since it seems as though these abusers don’t receive the punishment they deserve. Luckily, the animal advocacy group, Lady Freethinker, set out to take down a dog fighting ring in Chile, and worked relentlessly to achieve a harsher sentence. It all began when a member of Lady Freethinker traveled to Chile in an effort to expose the illegal operation, and came across the unthinkable. Situated in the … Read more

You Whisked This Great Dane Out Of A Kill-Shelter And Into A Happy Home

Part of each sale through the iHeartDogs store is donated to Greater Good, which helps support various charities. Thanks to customers like you, happy endings, like the one below, are made possible. Thanks to a grant from GreaterGood.org funded by the iHeartDogs.com community, Sheba was given a second chance at life! Sheba is one of a large number of Great Danes confiscated from a neglectful breeder in Campbell County, TN. Sheba entered the Campbell County Animal Shelter in Caryville, TN, on October 15, 2018. … Read more

The Trouble with Kibble: 4 Things You Don’t Know About Dry Dog Food

If you love your dog, and we know you do, you might want to start thinking about his food the way you do your own.  Do you wonder why every piece of kibble is the exact same shape? Are you curious how kibble can sit in a pantry for years at a time and not go bad? Do you ever think about how kibble is affecting your dog’s health? Just as with human food, not all dog food is created … Read more

Beloved Arson Dog Hears His Final Radio Dispatch Before He Is Laid To Rest

Quincy Arson Dog

After 6 years of dedicated service, Clearwater Fire & Rescue Department had to say a tough goodbye to one of their hardest workers. With tears in their eyes, they sat next to their beloved partner as he listened to his final radio dispatch. Quincy was a 12 year old Labrador mix that served his community for 10 years, offering his skilled nose in the search for the cause behind hundreds of fires. Responding to over 300 calls during his time … Read more

11-Year-Old Girl and Her Eight Dogs Wow T.V. Viewers With Conga Line

A young girl and her family of dogs are dancing their way across Europe. 11-year-old Alexa Lauenburger recently won the golden buzzer on Britain’s Got Talent! She couldn’t do it alone so naturally, she enlisted her eight dancing doggies. Alexa hails from Gokels, Germany. Her father, Wolfgang, also works with the dogs but the recent BGT win was all Alexa. The dogs jumped through hoops, hopped into her arms, and bounced over each other in gravity-defying stunts! A Dance Routine … Read more

Therapy Dog Brings Smiles & Teaches Life Skills To Elementary School Students

Diane Hill is a second grade teacher at Northern Hills Elementary School in Onalaska, Wisconsin. She has been teaching for 21 years, but recently, she wanted to add something new to the classroom. In order to help her students with nerves and first day jitters, Hill decided to bring her dog, Davie, to school with her. Davie is a 4-year-old Golden Retriever. She is a certified therapy dog that knows how to help humans, especially children, in stressful situations. Right … Read more

Worlds Most Dramatic Pitbull Gives Oscar Worthy Performance to Avoid Nail Trim

If you’ve ever tried to cut your dog’s nails then you know you would probably have better luck wrestling an alligator. Most of them seem to hate it and they will go to extreme measures to let you know. Your hands become pin cushions ripe for chewing. Then before you know it, there’s fur flying everywhere like you’re smack dab in the middle of a snowglobe! A Pitbull mom uploaded a video to Reddit showing her boy taking a slightly … Read more

These Dogs Played A Key Role In The Rescue Efforts In The Days Following 9/11

After the tragic events of September 11th, 2001, hundreds of firefighters, police officers, and rescue workers came to aid the efforts at Ground Zero. Such a tragic event needed as much help as possible. However, some of the heroes that people don’t thank enough are the dogs that were there to help out, along with their brave handlers and the veterinarians on the scene to keep them going. The following dogs are some of the canine heroes that were there … Read more

New SHARE Program Ends Euthanasia Due to Economic Reasons

Countless families find themselves faced with a devastating decision: consent to emergency veterinary services that they cannot afford or have their family dog euthanized. Having no other choice than to have your beloved dog put to sleep because you cannot afford his medical treatment is called economic euthanasia, and it ‘s a grim reality forced upon many. Finally, there is a solution to this gut wrenching problem. It’s called SHARE. It’s not health insurance, and it’s not crowdfunding. SHARE is … Read more