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“Your dog almost died today” – Why I switched to a breakaway collar and will never go back.

One Dog Mom Shares A Harrowing Story About Collar Strangulation “Ever since Milo was a small puppy, Jesse our older dog would nuzzle Milo’s face, play growl, and bite Milo’s collar (I think he was trying to show him who’s the boss around here). The two of our dogs are inseparable playmates. Milo had just turned one this Spring, and I bought him a beautiful new teal dog collar from my local pet store for his birthday, adorable bow tie … Read more

UPDATES: See How These 10 Amazing Rescue Stories Ended

The best stories have happy endings, and if we had it our way, every dog would be living happily-ever-after in a cozy home with a loving family. We don’t always have a happy ending to share, because these pups are still in the middle of their stories when we hear about them. But we always hope that they’re on their way to a better future. Sometimes we’re able to find new information later, and when we do, we like to … Read more

Brazilian Woman and Her Adopted Pup Rely on the Kindness of a Stranger

Maria Luiza Valcazara, a young woman in Brazil, decided it was time to adopt herself a pup. She had moved into an apartment of her very own and wanted some companionship. She found a fast friend for life in a cute black rescue named Chips. They were very happy together. Image with permission Maria Luiza Valcazara Unfortunately, Chips was not happy at all when they were apart. The little love suffered from separation anxiety when Maria left him home alone. … Read more

Hotels Help Local Rescues Become Lobby Dogs and Find Forever Homes

Hotels around the country are finding a unique way to improve guest experiences and the lives of adoptable shelter dogs in their community. Lobby Dogs are becoming increasingly popular for good reason! The guest response is overwhelmingly positive and the number of dogs that are being adopted after participating is incredible. Here’s how it works. Hotel managers partner with local rescue groups or shelters. The hotel fosters a rescue who serves as the Lobby Dog. The dog is there to … Read more

Blind, Anxious Dog Loses 20 lbs In Shelter. Then iHeartDogs Customers Help Give Him a “Second Chance”

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. Howie was a blind street dog living in an open-air shelter in Tecate, Mexico. The frightened, confused pooch lost nearly 20 pounds waiting for someone to rescue him. He was anxious, alone, and losing hope. That’s when California’s Shelter Transport Animal Rescue Team (S.T.A.R.T.) swooped in! Suddenly, Howie found himself in the care … Read more

Emaciated Puppy Survives With Help From His Friends – And 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.  Ringo was a pitiful sight when he first arrived at Bottle Babies Rescue in Allen Park, Michigan. Naturally tiny, he was even more frail than most Chihuahua mix puppies his age. His belly was full of worms, and he was nearly bald from a serious skin infection. Ringo’s new friends at BBR were … Read more

RECALL: CDC Expands Pig Ear Treats Recall to 27 States Amid Salmonella Outbreak

The Centers for Disease Control (CDC) announced this weekend that they are expanding a recall on pig ear dog treats that have been linked to an outbreak of multi-drug resistant Salmonella in the United States. On July 3, 2019, retailer Pet Supplies Plus announced a recall of the pig ear dog treats they carried and stocked in bulk in open bins. At the time, 45 cases of a multi-drug resistant strain of Salmonella were reported across 13 states, with 12 … Read more

NJ Town Displays Dog & Cat Sculptures To Raise Money For Pets In Need

This year marks Boonton, New Jersey’s seventh annual art celebration, Dog Days of Summer & Some Cool Cats. The cute and colorful presentation showcases local artists and features sculptural representations of our favorite furry friends. While some of the proceeds benefit local schools and future arts projects, the majority goes to nearby NorthStar Pet Rescue.   View this post on Instagram   A post shared by Michelle Mykowski (@michellem701) on Sep 18, 2018 at 12:07pm PDT So far, more than … Read more

A Little TLC Helped Turn This Cranky Stray Into A Lovable Lap Dog

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.  Little Delores was found wandering the streets of Detroit. The 13-year-old Poodle mix was filthy, covered in painful mats, and desperately in need of medical care. She behaved aggressively in her cage, but board members from NBS Animal Rescue knew her attitude was a result of her discomfort. The sassy senior captured their … Read more

Heartbroken Man Urges Dog Parents to Cherish Every Moment

This post originally appeared on LoveWhatMatters.com, and is reposted here with permission from the author. “My life has been turned upside down… some may say it isn’t the same as losing a human family member, but you’re wrong. In my opinion, it is far worse. As a child grows, they become less dependent on you. A child can move on its own, begin to find food in the kitchen, dress themselves, communicate to acquire what they need. A dog creates … Read more

Worried About Area 51 Aliens? Rescuers Invite You To “Storm The Shelter”!

Are you among the thousands of conspiracy theorists planning to storm Area 51 on September 20? Officials in Nevada may be harboring extraterrestrials, but the folks at Oklahoma City Animal Welfare have nothing to hide. Instead of searching for aliens, they invite you to #stormtheshelter and meet your new best friend! “Come storm our shelter…” OKC Animal Welfare’s Facebook post reads. “We have great animals ready to protect you from the Area 51 aliens. Adoption isn’t that far out of … Read more

Come With Me! Stray Sets a Leashed Friend Free

There is a stray dog in the town of Novorossiysk, Russia that locals have seen around for quite some time. Dmitriy Timchenko is one of those familiar locals and he recently witnessed a brilliant exchange between the stray and an adorable black and white bully breed. Timchenko says that the stray is a very smart dog, who always uses the crosswalks when crossing the street. He is friendly and appears healthy and well, making a life for himself with his … Read more

Want a Breed Like A Golden Retriever, But Not Quite? See These 4 Similar Dog Breeds.

Golden Retrievers have been one of America’s favorite dogs for years and years. You’ll find them near the top of any “Most Popular Breeds” list for any year and it’s not without reason! Goldens tend to have several wonderful qualities that make them ideal pets, but believe it or not, they’re not perfect for everyone. If you want a breed that’s LIKE a Golden Retriever, but ISN’T a Golden Retriever, there are other pups out there who have similar qualities, … Read more

Devastated Pooch Mourns The Sudden Loss of Her Chew Toy

Have you ever had one of those days where you feel that if even just one more little thing goes wrong, you’re gonna lose it? That might be what happened in this video, because this pup is truly, truly distraught about her toy! We’re not sure what happened earlier this day, but it must’ve really been something! This beautiful Beagle’s name is Bonnie, and she was just trying to unwind on the couch with a nice chew when her whole … Read more

Restaurant Helps By Putting Lost Pets On Pizza Boxes!

We’re used to seeing “Lost Dog” flyers just about everywhere when we step outside, but the one place we haven’t seen them so far has been on our food – until now! A pizzeria in New Jersey is doing what they can to reunite lost pets with their worried people. Where most pizzerias would put take-out menus and coupons, Angelo’s Pizza in Matawan, NJ has begun putting lost pet flyers on their pizza boxes. By doing so, they hope to … Read more

Angel Gives Great Dane With Terminal Cancer The Best Gift Ever

Imagine if you will, finding a special someone that makes your soul smile. Someone who lights up the room with a single wiggle and wag. Someone whose very presence is such a force, his greatness can scarcely be denied. For those of us with the dogs that make our lives incredibly meaningful, it’s not hard to imagine at all.  What if this special someone came into your life just as his own was coming to a conclusion? For Great Dane … Read more

UPDATE: Adorable Rescued Great Dane Puppy Gets a New Leg and New Life – and Now a New Family!

Do you remember Rosie? In 2015 iHeartDogs shared the story of a little Great Dane pup who lost her leg. Her mother stepped on it and broke it, and the cast she was required to wear cut circulation off to the limb. Without a leg, her breeder wanted to euthanize her since she could no longer be sold, but Big Hearts Dog Rescue saved her and paid to give her the surgery she would need to live. When we first … Read more

LOL! Watch this Dog Say His First Word

Baby learning to talk with dog

What was your first word? For those of us born before mobile phones made recording life’s little moments easy, you may not know the answer. One Utah family tried to capture their baby’s first coherent word. Instead, they got something slightly different. Get ready to laugh. Say ‘Mama’ The Diaz-Giovanini family from Utah has two adorable boys at home. One is a nine-month-old baby named Sam, the other a beautiful and intelligent Australian Shepherd named Patch. One day Andrea, the … Read more

Everything You Need to Know About Mold and Your Dog

We all know that mold and humans don’t mix well. No one should ever live in moldy conditions as they pose a major health risk. But can this fungus harm our dogs as well? A story out of Kansas City, Missouri, got us thinking about the harmful implications for our dogs. So, we decided to learn more about the dangers of mold and how they affect dogs. One Dog’s Story Lana Becerra and her dog discovered they both have an … Read more

Are Dogs Color Blind? The Truth About Color Blindness In Dogs

There was a time when dogs were thought to be completely color blind, unable to see anything but shades of grey. While their range is limited compared to the spectrum we see, our pups do perceive color. Basically, dogs are able to distinguish between yellows, blues, and violets; but cannot distinguish between reds, greens, and oranges. These colors appear somewhere on their yellow to blue spectrum. A new study conducted by Italian researchers at the University of Bari’s Department of Veterinary Medicine … Read more

Update: Dog Buried Alive On Hawaii Beach Found By Rescuers

UPDATE: Leialoha is home for good! She’s a foster fail and living in Hawaii with her new family. You can follow her on Instagram: @LuckyLeialoha! Original Post: The beaches of Oahu, Hawaii are a paradise, but for this unfortunate pup, the sun-soaked sands were nearly her grave. A passerby on the beach spotted a machete-wielding man burying this poor dog alive in broad daylight, and immediately contacted PAWS of Hawaii. Thanks to his lack of hesitation, the pup lived to … Read more

This Amazing New Technology Allows You To Communicate With Your Dog Without Words

We just love new technology – especially when it benefits our pups. Self-driving cars – who would have ever thought? A phone that makes calls by voice command? We don’t even think twice about how improvements like these have affected our lives. But, we recently came across something that astounded us. A Labrador mix named Tai turns, backs up, lays down and comes without any visual or audio cues. All thanks to a vest. Wait – what? Earlier this week, … Read more

After Town Outlaws Tethering, Animal Group Helps Build Kennels and Relocate Dogs

Residents of Athens, Alabama recently started noticing an increase in the number of dogs tied up outside homes. And they weren’t going to be quiet about it. Even legislators got involved and tried to do something about this inhumane practice. Unfortunately, after they passed legislation banning it, some dogs still needed help. That’s where the North Alabama Animal Warriors came into the picture. https://www.facebook.com/photo.php?fbid=10210897743039750&set=g.2041726012763896&type=1&theater&ifg=1 No More Tethers Animal rights activists in Athens explained to city legislators that leaving a dog … Read more

Beware! Iowa Breeder Accused of Spreading Extremely Contagious Canine Disease

Sad dog

A breeder with a history of troubling accusations recently became the subject of an investigation by the Iowa Department of Agriculture and Land Stewardship. Authorities claim the Double G Kennels were the breeding ground for an extremely contagious canine disease. Even more distressing, the disease can be spread from dogs to humans. An Unsettling History The dismal news stories date back two years. In 2017, authorities found two emaciated dogs at the Double G Kennels, a commercial breeding facility (sometimes … Read more

Try One of the Most Popular Canine Joint Pain Supplements for Under $10

Can Your Senior Begin ‘Acting Like a Puppy Again’?! We have a saying here at iHeartDogs. We created it because we started hearing the same thing over and over again when it came to our canine joint supplement product. It goes something like this. A customer with an older dog tries our Advanced Hip & Joint chews. They usually have tried a product before, but they either didn’t see results, or their dog refused to eat it. They try our … Read more

One of Last Surviving ‘Vicktory Dogs’ Has Crossed the Rainbow Bridge

Layla Vicktory dog

In the late days of her life, the American Staffordshire Terrier behaved like any other senior dog. She loved a good snooze. The sweet dog spent time with her family and nibbling on treats. Her favorite toy was a raccoon. This dog showed no signs of the difficult obstacles she overcame. Layla, the Survivor Before being rescued, Layla lived in Virginia. Former NFL quarterback Michael Vick kept her as part of his dogfighting ring called Bad Newz Kennels. In 2007, … Read more

Is Grain-Free Food Killing Dogs? 7 Things You Need to Know

If you’re confused about the FDA’s announcement linking dilated cardiomyopathy (DCM) to grain-free diets, you’re not alone! According to an iHeartDogs poll taken by 4,000 people, roughly 50% of owners currently using grain-free are planning on switching, while the other 50% are sticking with grain-free. Here’s 7 things you need to know about the FDA’s announcement in order to make the best decision for your dog: 👉 1) DON’T RELY ONLY ON SUMMARIES AND OPINIONS, READ THE ACTUAL REPORT FROM … Read more

Survey Proves Humans Kiss Their Pups More than Their Partners

Stop for a minute and think. Who did you last kiss? Was it your partner or was it your pup? A new survey found more than half of people with dogs kiss their pups more than their partners. Actually, we are surprised the stat isn’t higher. Who doesn’t enjoy smothering their dog with love? The Findings Recently, dog treat company Riley’s Organics conducted a survey to find out how much TLC people give their pups. Riley’s surveyed individuals across the … Read more

Heroic Pit Bull Saves Woman from Vicious Stabbing, Finds Forever Home

Hero the Pit Bull

Dogs protect their handlers in warzones and in law enforcement. Pups are known to stand up for their human family in the face of a threat. But what about a dog that has no connection to a human? One homeless Pit Bull didn’t need an emotional attachment to save someone. When he saw a woman under attack, he rescued her. Unfortunately, he paid the price. Warning: graphic images ahead. A True Hero A stray Pit Bull lived in of Baldwin, … Read more

Man Claims Airline Wouldn’t Allow Dog to Board Because He’s “Too Heavy” – Airline Says It Was Trying to Keep Him Safe

Lou in a bag

What started out as a holiday weekend for a man traveling with his dog, ended in a war of words between him and an airline. A reporter attempted to travel with his dog to Washington, DC for the Fourth of July. He ran into some trouble with the airline when it came time to check in for his flight. It seems as though the confrontation got lost in translation. But, thankfully, there was a happy ending for all.   Super … Read more

Piglets Rescued From Slaughter Become Best Friends With Family Dogs

Humans aren’t the only creatures that dogs form bonds with. Their love knows no bounds! We’ve seen dogs who love horses, and ducks and cats – it only makes sense that somewhere out there there’s a pup who loves pigs! The Webb family probably didn’t mean to have a house full of animals when they took in their first – but isn’t that how it always happens? Kookie, a mini-pig, joined the family as a little piglet, and wiggled her … Read more

UK Government Introduces Tougher Punishments for Animal Cruelty

Sad dog

The United Kingdom’s Parliament approved a new bill to protect some of their most vulnerable inhabitants from harm. The new law is aimed at keeping animals safe. The Parliament also increased potential prison sentences. Three cheers to the UK! Law of the Land The new Animal Welfare (Sentencing) Bill has a harsh sentence for people who harm animals. Convicted criminals could face up to five years in jail, instead of the current penalty of six months. The Bill reserves the … Read more

“This transport most likely saved Isabella’s life.” Time Makes The Difference Between Life and Death for Shelter Pets.

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 help from a grant from GreaterGood.org, funded by the iHeartDogs.com community, Brandywine Valley SPCA transported a total of 171 animals from at-risk areas to Pennsylvania and Delaware where they were adopted into new families quickly. One such animal was Isabella. Isabella was transported with her sister Rihanna by Felines & … Read more

171 Adoptable Pets Transported From High-Risk Shelters to the Safety of No-Kill Rescues!

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 help from a grant from GreaterGood.org, funded by the iHeartDogs.com community, Brandywine Valley SPCA transported a total of 171 animals from at-risk areas to Pennsylvania and Delaware where they were adopted into new families quickly. One such animal was Rihanna. Rihanna was transported along with her sister, Isabella, by Felines … Read more

This Dog Was Left For Dead, But Now Life Is Better Than Ever!

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. Wishbone’s owners tied him to a fence with little water and left him for dead. Two weeks passed before the police found him. Poor Wishbone was in the shelter for a month before Dogs Are Deserving Rescue knew he was there. The day they pulled him, they didn’t think he would make … Read more

You’re Helping Keep Families Together – Rescue Rebuild Turns a Domestic Violence Shelter Pet-Friendly!

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. From Rescue Rebuild: “The Rescue Rebuild team headed to Wayne, Michigan, to help assist with a big change at First Step, whose mission is to eliminate both domestic and sexual violence and to provide comprehensive services to individuals and families impacted by these crimes. Many shelters are not pet-friendly, so owners are … Read more

Inspiring Dogs Are Working to Save World’s Endangered Species

Animals Saving Animals

Dogs help humans in all sorts of ways. They support troops with PTSD, work in law enforcement, and aid those with medical needs. But did you know dogs help protect endangered species? We didn’t until we learned about a fantastic organization called Animals Saving Animals that opened our eyes to a number of ways dogs are making a difference. A Global Effort Dogs are excellent conservation aids because of the same traits that make them appealing to law enforcement. Canines … Read more

Service Dog The First EVER to Summit of Mount Rainier

Loki summits Mt Rainier

We love stories about service dogs aiding their humans. But this relationship blew us away. A woman and her dog climbed the highest mountain in Washington state. And the climbers believe this summit with a service dog to be the first one on record. Impressive is an understatement in describing this pup and his mom. An Inspirational Pair Elizabeth Briggs lives in Colorado with her medical alert dog, Loki. Before this trek in Washington, the two had climbed 57 of … Read more

Four-Year-Old Golden Retriever Has ‘Tummy Full of Trouble’

Tummy full of rocks

We have heard lots of wild stories about dogs eating things that are not food. Often, people say puppies eat their shoes and gnaw on furniture. We have never heard a story like this one before. An Ohio dog mistook something very hard and crunchy for food. Luckily, the pup suffered only short term consequences. One Hungry Pooch Meet Finnegan. This four-year-old Golden Retriever lives in Wellington, Ohio. He recently got into a spot of trouble after a family barbecue. … Read more

UPDATE: Mastiff Pair that Survived High Speed Chase Finds Forever Home Together

Onyx and Starlet went through hell together. Rescuers promised to keep them together. They were able to maintain that vow when they found the pair a forever home. Thousands of applicants contacted Foxy and the Hounds wanting to take in the Mastiffs. After a rigorous screening, the shelter found the perfect spot for the duo. View this post on Instagram   I know everyone is anxious for us to get Starlet and Onyx adopted. We have a very thorough adoption … Read more

‘Notorious’ South Korean Meat Market Is Shut Down

Dog rescued at Gupo

The international community is rejoicing. South Korean authorities shut down a well-known dog meat marketplace. Surprisingly, it was the actions of local vendors and authorities that made the closing of one of the largest dog meat markets in South Korea possible. What a fantastic way to work together! Infamous Slaughterhouse Humane Society International (HSI) made the announcement in early July. Apparently, Gupo Market, located in Busan, South Korea has quite the reputation. Animal rights organizations say it’s a“notorious” dog meat … Read more

Veteran Kicked Out of Oregon Hampton Inn for Having A Service Dog

Service dogs provide invaluable support to the humans they help. Sometimes, they guide those with visual impairments. Other times they assist people with difficulty walking. And for some, service dogs provide emotional aid.  This is especially important to those who protected the United States’ freedom: our veteran soldiers. An American Hero Nicholas “Nic” Day served in the U.S. Marine Corps for 13 years, including four deployments overseas. That time spent defending the United States left a lasting impact on Nic, … Read more

RECALL ALERT: After CDC Alert, Supplier Recalls Pig Ear Treats In 33 States Following Salmonella Outbreak

UPDATE: 07/05/2019 After more than 40 people were diagnosed with a multidrug-resistant strain of Salmonella, Pet Supplies Plus has recalled its pig ear treats in 33 states. The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) are investigating how contaminated pig ear dog treats may be connected to human cases of Salmonella. The consumer advisory bulletin said the retailer recalled bulk pig ears supplied to over 400 stores in 33 states: Alabama, Arkansas, California, Colorado, Connecticut, … Read more

Can Human Psychology Help Shelter Dogs Find The Right Homes?

Potential adopters tend to enter animal shelters with some idea of their perfect pup. However, according to psychologists at Indiana University Bloomington, their final decision is often based on only a few specific traits. The discrepancy between what a person says they want and what they actually choose is referred to as the stated–revealed preference gap. It is the basis for Dr. Samantha Cohen’s research on the adoption process. The Problem Currently, 13% of adopted dogs end up back at … Read more

CDC Issues Warning: Human Salmonella Outbreak Linked To Pig Ear Dog Treats

45 people in 13 different states have come down with a multi drug-resistant strain of Salmonella. 12 have been hospitalized, but as yet there have been no deaths. A link was made to pig ear dog treats after 34 people reported having contact with a dog prior to getting sick. Officials from the Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development gathered pig ear dog treats from retail locations where ill people reported buying the products. The exact outbreak strain was … Read more

After Being Assaulted, Man Adopts His Attacker’s Dog

Staffordshire Bull Terrier

As we all know, dogs are good-natured, loving creatures. They don’t seek out to harm humans. Nothing exemplifies this more than the recent experience of a French man. He was assaulted and his assailant attempted to use his dog as a weapon. But the calm, loving canine refused to be part of the nefarious act. An Unthinkable Crime A 29-year-old Frenchman named Thomas Berredjem delivers newspapers in Castelsarrasin, France. It’s unclear why, but one day he endured an awful attack. During … Read more

You Won’t Believe How Long This Dog Was Missing Before He Was Reunited With His Humans

Dog and his human reunited after ten years

This story truly took our breath away. It’s about a truly heartwarming reunion. After years apart a dog has finally reunited with his humans thanks to the help of some Good Samaritans and a microchip. Set your disbelief aside and get ready to hear about a pup that finally, finally, finally made his way home. Almost Too Good To Be True Take a journey with us to Lafayette, Louisiana. In early July, a man named Tyler discovered a homeless dog. … Read more

Video: Shark Attack on Dog Prompts Pack to Spring Into Action

You can almost hear the music in the background. Dun dun…dun dun! Thank you Steven Spielberg for terrifying beachgoers throughout the years with the 1970’s hit Jaws. Seeing a shark near the shore would be so frightening, you wouldn’t want to be anywhere near the water. But for these lucky pups, a close encounter with an apex predator ended with the feisty fish turning tail and swimming for open water. Dogs -1. Shark – 0. While splashing around in the … Read more

How To Help A Lost Dog Find Its Way Home Again

One in three dogs will become lost at some point in their lives. The ones lucky enough to reunite with their families often have a good Samaritan to thank. But not everyone knows what to do. Here’s how to recognize when a dog needs your assistance, and how to help them find their way home again. Recognizing The Different Kinds Of Lost Dog You may be wondering how to tell if a dog is really lost. After all, some people … Read more

Even After A Nuclear Meltdown The Dogs of Chernobyl Never Gave Up Hope

Dogs of Chernobyl

Did you watch HBO’s limited series about the disaster at Chernobyl? This show captivated the attention of millions of viewers. The series did an excellent job telling the story of how the people and the city were impacted. The results were catastrophic. We couldn’t help but wonder what happened to the dogs.     View this post on Instagram   A post shared by Pomeranians Margarita📍🇻🇪 (@pomeranians_mgta) on Jun 9, 2019 at 4:04pm PDT Start From the Beginning In April … Read more

16 Dog Friendly Houseplants to Add Color to Your Home This Summer

Having live plants in your home not only adds beauty and a nature to your interior, it can make your home a healthier environment. Plants purify the air inside your house as they take in CO2 and “breathe” out pure oxygen. What many dog moms don’t realize is that many houseplants are toxic to dogs. In an effort to make your home more inviting and healthy, you could be introducing a toxin to your fur baby. We know you don’t … Read more