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Special Needs Dog Was In The Back Seat Of A Stolen Car, Still Missing

Zorra is a disabled Husky-Shepherd mix that needs a custom wheelchair to get around. She and her mom, Wanda Ferrari from Oakland Park, Florida, have been with each other for 13 years. They had been through so much together, so when Ferrari discovered that her beloved dog was stolen, she was devastated. She had stepped away from Zorra only for a few minutes. When she returned, her car was stolen with poor Zorra still in the back seat. Zorra’s Disappearance … Read more

Whitley, Diabetic-Alert Dog Of A 19-Year-Old, Is A Life Saver

Dogs are capable of so much more than just bringing love and joy to us. Every day, specially trained service dogs literally save lives. In many cases, dogs can use their outstanding sense of smell to detect medical issues. That’s the kind of amazing animal that changed a California teenager’s whole world. When he was just 7-years-old, Clay Ronk needed to be air-lifted to a hospital where he was diagnosed with Type 1 Diabetes. That was a terrifying day for … Read more

Tattoo Helps A Man Overcome His Social Anxiety & Meet New Pups

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Chase Grossman, a 22 year old who suffers from social anxiety, finds social interactions to be extremely daunting at times. His difficulties led him to get a seriously clever tattoo, that has eased the ability to give out all the belly rubs to every cute dog in his path. Chase has been a dog lover for as long as he can remember. There is not much else that gives him as much joy as cuddling a furry friend, a love … Read more

This Two-Legged Puppy Has A Wheelchair Made Of LEGOS

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Gracie was just a tiny puppy when she was tossed in the doors of an animal clinic, abandoned by the family she had previously known. Once the veterinarian examined little Gracie, it was clear that she was incredibly unique. In what appeared to be a congenital defect, was the absence of Gracie’s front two legs. Aside from her missing limbs were the maggots crawling all over her frail body. It was clear that she had been neglected, and lacked the … Read more

Seeing-Eye Dog Helps High School Senior Conquer The Marching Band Halftime Show

Caleb Snapp is a 12th grader at Lubbock-Cooper High School in Texas. He is legally blind but that doesn’t stop him from totally rocking out in the school’s marching band. Caleb plays the bass drum and has, quite possibly, the most adorable bandmate by his side. A Dog That Never Misses a Beat Meet Grit, Caleb’s seeing-eye dog. While Grit may not technically be on the field with his boy Caleb during the halftime show, he’s definitely on the sidelines … Read more

Autumn the Hopeful Rottweiler is Looking for a Loving Family to Spend Her Last Days With

Autumn is a loving Rottweiler that is in desperate search of her forever home. While many dogs spend a lot of time waiting at the shelter for their forever family to rescue them, Autumn doesn’t have as much time as they do. Sadly, Autumn only has a few weeks to live, but Ramapo-Bergen Animal Refuge in New Jersey refuses to let her last days be depressing. They hope that someone will give Autumn a place to stay for her remaining … Read more

Piglet the Pink Puppy Can’t See or Hear, But He Inspires Kids Every Day

Sadly, when breeding dogs, some breeders don’t consider the possible health issues that could arise. Piglet is a mix between a Chihuahua and Dachshund, and both of his parents were a dapple coloring. When two dogs of this coloring are bred together, there is a 25% chance that the puppies will become a “double dapple,” which is typically linked to the puppy being partially or completely blind and deaf. Unfortunately, Piglet was one of those puppies, and he is completely … Read more

Young at Heart is a Shelter Designed Specifically for Senior Dogs and Cats

Usually, at animal rescues and shelters, senior dogs and cats are the ones that wait around the longest. Most families are looking for a young puppy or kitten to spend their life with, so the older animals often get overlooked. However, senior dogs and cats have so much love to give. They just need the right family to come by and appreciate them. So, Young at Heart Pet Rescue recently opened a Young at Heart Senior Pet Center in Woodstock, … Read more

UPDATE: Woman Creates Dating Profile For Her Foster Dog To Give Him A Leg Up On The Competition

Chance is a 3-year-old Scorpio who loves piña coladas and getting caught in the rain. Just kidding! But this handsome doggo really is about three, and he does have his own dating profile! Knowing how difficult it can be for a rescue dog to stand out from the crowd, Chance’s foster mom Sarah Barnett signed him up for OKCupid. So if you’re looking for a new best friend, swipe right on this special fella! “I’m drama-free, except if you take … Read more

Starving Dog’s Incredible Recovery Reveals His Beauty

Valia Orfanidou is a dog lover who volunteers her time at shelters around Athens, Greece. She regularly fosters dogs who need her, so she follows many rescue groups in the area to see how she can help. One day she saw an image of the saddest dog she had ever seen. He was shockingly skinny and nearly hairless. She wondered how the dog could still be on his feet.  She Was Sure He Wouldn’t Live Valia tried to pinpoint where … Read more

8 Rewarding Reasons To Adopt A Senior Dog

When adopting a dog, many people are drawn to puppies and young dogs, but a large number of the dogs at shelters are actually considered seniors. Dogs typically become a senior at around 7 or 8 years old, but it depends on the size of the dog because large dogs age faster than small dogs. Regardless of the size of a senior dog, all seniors should be considered for adoption. There are many ways that senior dogs actually stand out … Read more

Mascot Bully the Bulldog Takes a Sideline Hit, PETA Calls for Retirement

This time of year, Saturdays mean one thing in our household. College football. We were watching the game when Bully the Bulldog, the mascot for Mississippi State, took a hit from an Auburn player on the sideline. We love dogs even more than we love college football, so my husband and I both let out an “Ooh!” upon impact that was loud enough to pique the interest of our napping dog. Bully reacted, jumping up and back away from the … Read more

Two Pups Who Nearly Died For Different Reasons Both Live Today Because Of 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. Plenty of shelters throughout America have more demand for pets than they have animals, yet in other parts of the country there are shelters overrun with pets and not enough funding to keep them alive. We have partnered with GreaterGood.org to contribute travel miles through the Second Chance Movement, which helps charities … Read more

Shelter Workers Get Paid To Have Overnight Snuggle-Fests With Adoptable Dogs

An innovative Illinois shelter is turning a tragic situation into a triumphant new policy. Instead of spending each night alone in their kennels, the lucky dogs at the Knox County Humane Society in Galesburg will have the opportunity to snuggle with some of their favorite shelter workers. The new third shift comes in response to a shelter fire at a Chicago shelter in which 30 dogs perished. Illinois passed the Fire Safety for Pets Act to prevent future tragedies. It … Read more

8 Reasons ‘Mixed’ is the Top ‘Breed’

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We recently shared a list of the Top 20 Most Popular Dog Breeds in the country. What breed sits in the top spot? The Mixed Breed! America is often called a melting pot, as people from all over the world come here and we blend together. Greater than the sum of our individual parts, we are all American. It is no surprise, then, that more than ever we are adopting dogs that are a combination of this, that, and the … Read more

Dog Who Was Returned To A Shelter Received Over 500 Cards And A Party For Her 10th Birthday

Due to misconceptions about the breed, Pit Bulls often spend more time in shelters than other dogs. Truffles, a 10-year-old Pitbull mix in New York is one unfortunate victim of this phenomenon. You might be familiar with the Sophie Gamand photoshoot Truffles starred in. Gamand took soft pictures of Pit Bulls and Pit Bull mixes in flower crowns in order to show the softer side of a breed usually assumed aggressive. It was a beautiful series done with the goal … Read more

“Water On The Brain” Can’t Keep These Pups Down!

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As unfortunate as it is, dogs can also suffer from diseases that deem them physically handicapped. What seems to set them apart though, is their ability to persevere no matter the circumstance! This is especially true for the pups showcased in this article. The phrase “water on the brain” refers to a medical condition called cerebellar hypoplasia. This is a condition that puppies are born with, where the cerebellum has not formed properly. Since the cerebellum mostly controls motor function, … Read more

Dog With Crooked Snout Finally Gets The Love He Deserves With A New Family

Mosley is a sweet dog with a crooked snout. Sadly, at his previous shelter, he was overlooked because of this simple birth defect even though it doesn’t affect him in any way. Luckily, his new shelter shared his photo on social media, which caused him to gain tons of loving fans.  Before he was even officially up for adoption, Lindsey and Anson had their eye on him. They weren’t even looking for a dog just yet, but the second they … Read more

Meet Gus: The Two-Legged Dog That Loves to Run Outside!

When Melody Rezzonico first met Gus, she knew it was meant to be. She saw his adorable smile and instantly fell in love. Gus only has two back legs, so Rezzonico didn’t know much about his medical needs at first, but she knew he was worth fighting for, no matter what. When she first saw his photo, she commented on how he looked like a little baby kangaroo. Then, she went on to send a picture to her mom, happily … Read more

Woman & Her Dog Make The Cutest Biker Gang

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Kay Early has had a love for life on wheels since she was a small child. She could hardly believe it when she found a furry friend who loved cruising on her motorbike just as much as she did! Kay’s love of the biker lifestyle started in her childhood, after growing up with a dad who had a passion for motorcycles. Her favorite memories were spent with her father, soaking in all the memories on the road. When Kay’s father … Read more

Blind Dog Star Has No Eyes But A Lot Of Fans

Everyone loves looking into the big, sweet eyes of their dog. What we love more though, is forming bonds with our furry pals and learning their personalities. We’d love those good boys and girls with or without their cute eyeballs. In fact, one TikTok-famous dog has no eyeballs and I’m in love with him! He goes by @CaboTheBlindDoggo on TikTok. If you’re not familiar with it, TikTok has brought us some of the best dog videos around. The short-form video app which … Read more

Could Our Dogs Join Us On Mars Someday?

For a long time people have speculated that humanity may one day colonize Mars. Well, imagine if the day really did come for you to relocate to Mars. Naturally, you wouldn’t hesitate to bring your entire family, canines included, on this cross-galaxy move. But science indicates it’s not that simple. We’re still far from making life on Mars a possibility, but so far no plans to get humanity from Earth to Mars include our dogs. At first, this sounds unreasonable, … Read more

Three Dogs Abandoned In Garbage-Filled, Locked Car For Over 12 Hours Before Rescue

Observant dog lovers recently found three tiny dogs locked inside a car in Cutten, California. The three small dogs were left alone with the windows tightly closed. It appeared that nobody had checked on them for at least 12 hours! The red and black Chevy Cavalier was cluttered with garbage and its registration had been expired for four years. A hypodermic needle was also found along with two bottles of Naloxone- a medication commonly used to reverse the effects of … Read more

This Is How You Helped Mend Sugar’s Broken Heart, And Open It Up To A New 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. Almost Home Animal Haven is just one of the many rescues who benefit from GreaterGood.org’s Rescue Bank program. They want you to know about Sugar, who you helped recover from a tragic event and find a home. “Sugar was found pregnant as a stray. She gave birth to one pup who sadly … Read more

Widower & Senior Shelter Dog Teach Each Other To Love Again

Carmon Collier lost his wife of 66 years in December. Just four months later, his cherished dog also passed away. Despite his heartache, Carmon recently decided he was ready to love again. His daughter took him to the Humane Society of Southern Missouri where the staff had the perfect pooch in mind — a special senior named Bridget. Like most shelter dogs, Bridget has her own sad story. She arrived at HSSM hairless, emaciated, and obviously down on her luck. … Read more

New York Guide Dog Is So Fast That He’s Often Called A “Black Lab-orghini”

In 2008, Matt Sherwood became visually impaired, but despite living in New York City, he didn’t think he needed a guide dog at the time. He was perfectly fine just using his cane to get around. He knew how busy New York streets could be, so he was worried a guide dog would only slow him down. It wasn’t until 2018, after lots of bumps and bruises, that Sherwood finally decided that it was time to look for a guide … Read more

Take a Bite out of Puppy Mills This Halloween!

Puppy mills are horrible places that all dog lovers should be against. However, many people don’t even know what a puppy mill is. In fact, many dog parents have supported a puppy mill without even knowing it. Therefore, the world needs to be more educated about these heartbreaking places. So, to help people of all ages to understand the horrors of puppy mills, an organization called Harley’s Dream has created a fall awareness initiative called “Take a Bite out of … Read more

You Can Now Volunteer By Having A Sleepover With A Shelter Dog

Sadly, many dogs spend a lot of time at a shelter because there is not enough information about them in order to help them get adopted. Sweet dogs are often judged simply by how they act in a shelter. Potential adopters often like to know exactly how dogs will react in a household setting. While nothing can be said for certain, the No-Kill Los Angeles shelter started a program called Slumber Buddies. This program allows volunteers to find out how … Read more

Bulldog And Manatee Become Friends At First Sight

Eric Eggert and his dog, Frappuccino (Frappe for short) love traveling together. They enjoy traveling all over the world, and Eggert loves to take pictures in the process. They live in Phoenix, Arizona, but they have visited many interesting places such as France and Norway. Recently, they were in Florida together to visit Eggert’s family. While it might not have been the most out of the ordinary trip, Eggert and Frappe came across an exciting and adorable situation, which lead … Read more

Woman Kicked, Choked And Hanged Her Dog, Laughed At The Man Trying To Stop Her

Warning: Photos and description of abuse below. A woman in Tarpon Springs, Florida was recently caught on video appearing to abuse her dog. Video taken by a witness showed the woman, 26-year-old Michelle Sieber, choking, kicking and hanging her dog by the leash. She laughed as the man tried to defend the sad dog. A Dog Obeying and Still Continues to Be Beaten The adorable brown and white baby was simply trying to walk beside her. He appeared to be … Read more

Puppy With Special Needs Captures Everyone’s Heart

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Michelle Thomas had no idea how much one tiny foster puppy would change her life. What started out as an innocent puppy thrown out of a truck due to her special appearance, would be a pup that brings light to so many lives! A couple years ago, a good Samaritan witnessed a puppy being thrown from a truck window. The small puppy was immediately brought to animal control, where they soon realized just how special she was. As a puppy, … Read more

Bentley the Bulldog Finds His Forever Home After Almost 3 Years in a Shelter

Bentley is a lovable American Bulldog mix, but he has had a long journey to find his forever home. He was the longest resident at the Pennsylvania SPCA. To be exact, he was there for 1,076 days, which is nearly 3 years total! The PSPCA had posted so many videos and photos of him to help get him adopted, but for a long time, nothing seemed to be working. However, fellow dog lovers continuously shared Bentley’s story. Thanks to all … Read more

RECALL: Performance Dog Raw Pet Food Tests Positive For Salmonella And Listeria

The United States Food And Drug Administration has issued a warning to not feed your dogs Performance Dog Raw Pet Food produced on or after July 22nd, 2019. Two samples collected during an inspection of Bravo Packing, Inc., the manufacturer of Performance Dog Raw Pet Food, tested positive for Salmonella and/or Listeria monocytogenes. Here’s what you need to know about this. https://www.facebook.com/MorningExpressHLN/photos/a.119634617953/10157548057537954/?type=3 Which Products Are Affected? The specific product the FDA is cautioning about is Performance Dog Raw Pet Food, lot … Read more

Violinist Volunteers His Talents To Soothe Injured Dogs

When violinist Martin Agee first volunteered at the ASPCA two years ago, he thought he would just be doing normal volunteer duties. He never imagined that playing violin for dogs would be his role. However, after performing at some of the most well-known music venues, such as Carnegie Hall and the Sydney Opera House, he found a more calming and heartwarming audience. He quickly learned that playing classical music for the dogs at the ASPCA in New York City was … Read more

Adoptive Dog Dad Carries Paralyzed Shelter Pup Off To Her New Life

This summer, the Humane Society of Charlotte, NC took in a very special pooch. Sweet Potato is a fun-loving gal with an infectious smile. She is also paralyzed in her rear legs due to a spinal injury. As with most disabled shelter pets, the staff at HSC knew finding the perfect adopter for Sweet Potato would be a challenge. But earlier this month, their efforts paid off when Miss Sweet P was whisked off to her forever home!   From … Read more

Family Pit Bull Heroically Gives Life Saving Kids From Coral Snake

An 8 month old Pit Bull puppy named Zeus earned his wings this week after protecting his boy and girl from a deadly coral snake. Zeus shows us, once again, that dogs cannot be judged by their breed and that pit bulls are heroic, protective, and loyal to their people, even at the expense of their own lives. The Richardson family got Zeus as tiny pup, bringing him into their home this January. They all became very attached to him … Read more

Guide Dog Led Blind Dad And 30 Others Out Of World Trade Center On 9/11

America was rocked by an act of terror on 9/11 that forever changed life in the U.S. 2,974 people died that day and many more continued to perish from complications over the coming years. Heroes came in all shapes and sizes that day and in the months to follow. 343 firefighters and 23 police officers lost their lives and nearly 300 dogs came from all over the country to assist in search and rescue operations. A Four-Legged Hero One dog … Read more

Retired Military Dogs Just Want A Family – Now You Can Give Them A Loving Home

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Military working dogs spend most of their lives fighting for our nation and our people. Once their military time has been served, there is nothing they crave more than a quiet and loving home. 90% of MWD’s end up with their handlers, but what about the other 10%? Each year, the young working dogs at the Lackland Airforce Base that don’t quite make the cut for deployment find their forever homes. While this is incredible news, it does make it … Read more

Police Officer Rescues Pup On Busy Florida Interstate

We know by now that many police officers have a massive heart for the world’s four-legged creatures. Big, muscular men became totally overjoyed with emotion time and time again and stone-faced women can’t help but boop a puppy nose. It comes as no surprise then that a police officer recently risked his life to save a pup on the interstate. Risking His Life To Save Another Officer Joseph Puglia was working a shift with the Pinellas Park Police Department when … Read more

Injured Woman Rescued By Man Who Heard Her Dog’s Cry For Help

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Barbara Dadswell found herself in a desperate situation when she became stranded on a hike with her canine best friend. After her two day long fight for survival, it was her dog’s cry for help that finally got them saved. Dadswell and her dog loved to spend their days exploring the local trails around Ashland Lake, and taking in the beauty of the forest. On September 14th , they packed their bags for yet another stunning adventure and set out … Read more

Man Left Dog In Car. Accused Of Animal Cruelty Even Though Tesla’s “Dog Mode” Was On

Of course, no one wants to leave their dog alone in a car, especially on an extremely hot or cold day. However, with Tesla’s Dog Mode in the Model S, you no longer have to worry about your furry friends being in danger while they wait. It even displays a screen to notify others that the car temperature is controlled. Unfortunately, Ross Hunt still ended up getting in trouble for keeping his dog in the car on a hot day. … Read more

Golden Retriever Needed A Cone, So His Favorite Plushie Got One Too

These days it’s hard to get by without having an Instagram account. But, if you’re like me you follow more animals than human beings. Let me tell you, this is the way to go. One particularly outstanding account details the adventures of a Golden Retriever in Amsterdam named Barley. Barley lives with his two humans Zita Butler and Marc Wisselo, and his best friend Fluffy. Fluffy is a stuffed Golden Retriever the couple found at IKEA, they explained to Instant Dogs. “A … Read more

Breed Creator Has Regrets, Labradoodle Was Meant to Be a Service Animal Not a Designer Puppy

Over the years, Labradoodles have become a designer breed that’s increased in popularity. Everyone seems to want one, no matter the cost. However, they’re actually just a mixed breed that many people spend way too much money on even though there are so many other rescue dogs in need of a home. Sure, they’re adorable, but they actually weren’t meant to be the expensive designer breed that they are today. In fact, the man that initially bred the Labradoodle says … Read more

Woman Loses Dog When She Gets Hit by a Car, Son Searches for Days Finally Bringing Him Home

Ben Houston lives in Great Falls, Montana. He shares his home with four furry family members and works for Big Sky Managed Care, a pharmacy specializing in assisted living and mental health. This was a challenging week for Ben but by the end of it, he showed the world some of his best traits. He’s a really good son, he’s big hearted when it comes to dogs and even more tenacious when it comes to making things right for his … Read more

Eight Special Needs Rescue Dogs Walked Bride Down The Aisle

Weddings are among the most important days of our entire lives. That’s why we want all of our family and friends there to celebrate. Some families just happen to be more canine than human. One bride in Ireland had a particularly hairy wedding party. Samantha Kelly and her husband Ronan were married in a beautiful ceremony at the family’s country estate home, Loughanmore Court in County Louth, Ireland. However, instead of parents, siblings, or cousins, Samantha Kelly was preceded down the … Read more

Delta Continues Pit Bulls Ban Despite Department of Transportation Order

Most people strongly believe that every person should be treated equally. So, why doesn’t everyone feel the same about every dog? There are so many dogs that are discriminated simply because of their breed. Certain stereotypes can cause a sweet dog to be labeled as “aggressive,” and it’s just not fair! People will often judge a dog before they really get to know them. Now, Delta airlines is adding to this unfair judgement and refusing to listen to reason. Delta … Read more

Get Paid To Travel With Your Pup And Post To Social Media. Snaptrip Seeks “Furrfluencers”!

Do you think your dog has what it takes to be the next big social media influencer? Well, then you’re in luck! Snaptrip recently posted a “Furrfluencer” job for dogs! This means that your dog can be a reviewer for lots of dog-friendly places in the UK. If your dog gets accepted, then they will make hundreds of dollars simply by traveling to the UK and checking out different areas such as garden spaces and pubs. However, the position is … Read more

Aussie Stands On His Hind Legs To Hug His Horse Friend

Orion, the Aussie, spends his days working alongside his human in beautiful countryside of Sweden. After a long day of work, there is nothing he loves more than hanging out with his favorite equine friend, and squeezing in as many hugs as possible. Orion and Destiny have a friendship unlike any other. While some horses feel a bit nervous around their canine helpers on the farm, Destiny knows that Orion is special. Their adorable friendship began when Orion was just … Read more

Koda the Akita Stolen from His Home, Not Once but Twice

The McCune family from Austin, Texas have been through a stressful and scary experience with their 4- year-old pure bred male Akita, Koda. Their story takes us from their home in Central Texas to the Mexico/Texas border and back again in a case of not one, but two kidnappings of their beloved pet. Koda and his family have been on one long, wild ride and their experience reminds us of the power of perseverance and the potential for social media … Read more

Beagle Appoints Herself Surrogate Mom of Two Kittens

Forget everything you thought you knew about cats and dogs being mortal enemies. A young Beagle by the name of Daisy has set out to change your mind. The sweet girl was enjoying her laid back life at her home in England when her world changed. Double the Fun, Double the Love Daisy’s mom and dad decided to adopt a kitten. They headed out to a local farm where they had planned to adopt an orange tabby cat. Plans abruptly … Read more

A Dog Named Sharknado Needed A Home, So The Movie’s Director Stepped Up To Help

Choosing a name for a dog is tough. Some people select names from their favorite books or movies, if it fits the dog of course. That was how a rescue dog named Sharknado got his name. If you haven’t heard of the SyFy movie Sharknado, it’s exactly what it sounds like: a popular sci-fi/horror film about a shark-filled tornado wreaking havoc. Pretty funny name for a dog if you ask me (someone who has in fact seen three of the … Read more