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Hiker Rescues ‘Happiest’ Dog That Was Trapped In A Cave For Three Weeks

What is the coolest thing you ever found while on a walk? For some, it’s a twenty-dollar bill or a lost mitten. One Florida hiker made an incredible discovery on a recent journey. A dog went missing three weeks earlier and her humans could not find her anywhere. Luckily, the hiker heard her on a recent expedition through a remote area of forest in Florida and discovered this scared, lost girl. View this post on Instagram A … Read more

Only A Very Special Vet Could Help This Sweet Little Girl’s Dog

Some people go the extra mile to be kind to others. We love this story of a goodhearted veterinarian who taught a young girl the importance of compassion. When a South African woman put out a call on her local Facebook group to treat her daughter’s toy dog, she was delighted with the results. Can Anyone Help a Dog In Need? The story begins with a Facebook post. Amanda Le Roux of Amanzimtoti, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa, wrote in a private … Read more

Pup Riddled with Heartworms Recovers in Rescue, Finds Her Family

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. Nina came to the Kentucky Humane Society (KHS) from the Ohio County (KY) Animal Shelter in late January on transport thanks to a grant from GreaterGood.org funded by the iHeartDogs.com community! https://www.facebook.com/kyhumane/photos/a.149748843723/10157171600283724/?type=3&theater Upon arrival, Nina had a bad case of heartworm. Despite this, Nina is a happy, sweet pup who loves … Read more

You Helped Rebuild a Shelter That Allows People to Escape Domestic Violence with Their 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. “Connecticut in December is COLD! The dogs felt the same way! The Rescue Rebuild team headed to New London, CT to help winterize the dog houses at Safe Futures. Safe Futures’priority is always to keep the pet with their person. The therapeutic benefits of the human-animal bond are undeniable. When a person … Read more

Tiny Pup Overcomes Case of Severe Neglect. What A Survivor!

Warning: this is a tale of severe neglect. Despite the traumatic subject, there is a happy ending for an inspiring, brave, and fierce Chihuahua named Mia. This sweet girl survived unimaginable neglect and cruelty from her human. Thankfully, this dog received treatment before something irreversible happened. One Tough Pup The employees at the San Jose Animal Care Center were shocked to meet Mia. Her human brought her to their clinic in dire straits. Emaciated and weak, the tiny dog appeared … Read more

Smile! This Dog Got A Hold of Dentures and The Results Are Hilarious

Say hello to Maggie. She is a ridiculously cute Shihtzu/Poodle/Chihuahua mix. Maggie lives in Long Island, New York. Her hobbies include playing with her family and smelling blooming flowers in the spring. And when her mom and grandpa aren’t looking, Maggie can get into a bit of harmless mischief. Meet Maggie View this post on Instagram A post shared by Maggie 🐾❤ (@magstermoomoo) on Mar 23, 2019 at 4:08pm PDT Maggie lives with her mom, Eunice, and her extended … Read more

Justice Is Served: Man Charged For Dragging Dog Behind His Truck

A few weeks ago we told you about a truly terrifying story. Deputies in Florida’s Hernando County arrested a man charged with animal cruelty. Witnesses rushed to the rescue of the Pit Bull after watching him dragged behind a truck in Central Florida. Now the man will serve time for his crime. Justice for Ollie It was a horrific scene, but there was one small silver lining. Jan Harwood, the owner of Nature Coast Animal Wellness and Surgical Center, witnessed … Read more

Deaf Pup Survives Two Surgeries to Hoard Toys and Give Love

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. Mya came into rescue at 14 months old. She was holding her rear leg up and not using it. Mya is a deaf ACD, yet you wouldn’t know it unless someone told you. She has had two surgeries, and while she can mostly use her leg, she still has times that she … Read more

This Little Girls “Pup” Was Very Sick. One Special Vet Answered This Unique Call.

Dogs Forced Into Fighting Ring In Indiana Get A Second Chance

Indiana is home to family farms, orchards, wineries, and friendly communities. You’d never guess that an active animal fighting ring was alive and well within some of Indiana’s quaintest counties but unfortunately, that was the case until very recently. The Indiana Gaming Commission (IGC) received a tip about a suspected fighting operation in Morgan and Owen counties. They launched an investigation and found two properties housing animals that are suspected of being abused and used in illegal fighting and gambling … Read more

Hiker Carries His Blind Dog 800 Miles Through Florida Wilderness

If you’re anything like me, you want to take your dog with you wherever you go. One man decided to do just that when he planned an epic long-distance hike. Kyle Rohrig organized an 83-day trek through Florida. He wanted a companion for his travels and he had the perfect one at home. But there was a catch. His dog is blind. Two Long Distance Hikers Rohrig and Katana, an eight-year-old Shiba Inu, hiked many trails together before their Florida … Read more

Inspiring 9-Year-Old Raises $80K To Help Protect Police K9’s

Most people can’t say they created a nation-wide campaign to raise money for a good cause. It’s not easy to motivate strangers to donate their hard-earned funds. But one Ohio boy didn’t let the odds deter him. He decided to raise money for something he is very passionate about — police dogs. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Brady’s K9 Fund (@bradysk9fund) on May 13, 2019 at 5:48pm PDT It Started With a TV Show … Read more

Sheriff’s Department Hires Pit Bulls. Rescues Dogs. Saves Thousands.

When you think of a police dog, what comes to mind? For many, it is a German Shepherd sniffing for drugs, or a Belgian Malinois standing guard next to an officer of the law. One North Carolina Sheriff’s office wanted to employ service dogs, but they decided to go about it a different way. They turned to adoption to find their dogs. A Brilliant Idea The story begins with two dogs on the verge of euthanasia. The Pit Bulls, named … Read more

VIDEO: Pup Gets Caught Red-Handed. Decides To Leave No Witnesses.

Most of the time, when dogs are caught red-handed stealing something, chewing something they shouldn’t, or doing some form of mischief, they either run away, or give you that sweet apologetic look that you just can’t resist. They know they’re guilty, so they either flee or they ask forgiveness. And with those cute puppy-dog eyes and that sorry face, we just can’t stay mad at them. But the dog in the video below is different. Harley Quinn, a.k.a. HQ, was … Read more

Heartwarming Video As Family Reunites With Pup That Went Missing After Near Fatal Crash

It was supposed to be a family Memorial Day Weekend beach vacation. The family, loaded in the car with their lovable dog, were ready for a weekend of fun in the sun. Unfortunately, things did not go as planned. The Williams family trip to Topsail Beach quickly changed from a fun getaway to a survival story. It Happened In An Instant The Williams family lives in Charlotte, North Carolina. Over the holiday weekend, they packed up their car and set … Read more

Service Dog And Human Receive College Diploma With Much Pup & Circumstance

What’s better than graduating from college? How about earning your degree with your best friend by your side? Especially when your friend is a lovable golden retriever named Chief. This was a reality for one University of Maryland Baltimore County (UMBC) student as she and her service dog walked across the graduation stage together, receiving a diploma and some well deserved applause. Partners In Studies Erica Haschert and her service dog Chief graduate together today at @umbc . Chief went … Read more

Virginia Funeral Home Hires Golden Lab For The Best Reason Ever

Who do you turn to in times of emotional distress? For many of us, our dogs are a bottomless source of love and support. One funeral home in Southwestern Virginia was inspired by a dog’s love. They decided to hire a golden Labrador as a grief therapy dog. A Brilliant Idea Oakey’s Funeral Service is a well-established business in Roanoke, Virginia. The funeral home opened its doors in 1866. Now, Oakey’s is using a canine to support its clientele through … Read more

Shocking Discovery: More than 130 Dogs Rescued From Unthinkable Neglect

California animal control workers uncovered a stunning case of cruelty. More than 130 malnourished dogs were living in horrible unhealthy conditions at an Orange County, California home. Thankfully, they moved quickly to remedy the grizzly scene. A Horrifying Discovery An anonymous caller tipped off the authorities. Something wasn’t right inside the large home within the gated community. So, animal control arrived quickly. They wore hazmat suits while they removed dogs from a home in Orange, California. Authorities red-tagged [deemed … Read more

Someone Adopted the Dog She Loved, Would She Ever See Him Again?

Hallee Fuqua was working on her degree from Oklahoma State University and spent her free time volunteering at the Humane Society of Stillwater. She absolutely loves dogs and wanted nothing more than a dog of her own. She wanted one so much that she asked her parents for one year after year for Christmas. They really thought she should wait until she finished college so, reluctantly, she waited. Her time at the Humane Society gave her the opportunity to interact … Read more

Stray Pup Welcomes Rescuers with Cries of Joy

A stray pup named Ruby recently learned the hard way just how dangerous uncovered wells can be. Nobody knows exactly how she ended up at the bottom of the dark, dank hole in Udaipur, a city in India, but her luck changed when someone reached out to animal rescue group Animal Aid Unlimited. Rescuers arrived on the scene and Ruby greeted them with a chorus of welcoming cries. Animal Aid Unlimited is a nonprofit in India whose work has touched … Read more

Flea and Tick Season Has Arrived! Here’s How to Protect Your Pup

Good news: summer is here. Bad news: this is the most active time of year for fleas and ticks. To keep your dog safe, you need to learn more about the potential threat. One key takeaway: flea and tick season poses a threat all year long. Thankfully, there are ways to protect your pup. The Creatures Let’s start with the basics. Fleas are the most common external parasite to dogs. They are wingless insects. They feed on blood. And those … Read more

Is Your Dog’s Breed Listed Here? Then Make Sure You Clean Their Ears WEEKLY

According to Nationwide Pet Insurance, ear infections were the top reason people visited a veterinarian in 2016. This painful condition could be alleviated if dog owners were more consistent about caring for their dog’s ears, such as frequent inspections, and weekly cleanings. Which Dog Breeds Get The Most Ear Infections? If your dog has floppy ears, in other words, the ear itself folds down over the ear canal, they are at a higher risk than other dogs for infections. The following … Read more

Is Your Dog’s Breed On This List? Make Sure You’re Cleaning Their Ears Once a Week

Is Your Dog Suffering from a Hot Spot? This $13 Amazon Prime Item Might Help

You may have noticed your dog scratching and licking at an ugly, red oozing spot on his skin. A hot spot. Hot spots are a type of skin infection caused by bacteria. The spots will be red, moist, and irritated that started with your dog’s picking at it, and made worse by bacteria. The patch can get bigger in just a few hours and will be very painful for your pet. You’re likely to find them on your dog’s head, … Read more

Texas Movie Theater Welcomes Dogs AND Offers Bottomless Wine

What’s your favorite way to spend a night at home? For some of us, we need no more than a good glass of wine, a film, and our dog by our side. One movie theater in Texas takes these simple pleasures to the next level by allowing patrons to consume unlimited vino, watch a movie, and bring their dog. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Sara Carson (@thesupercolliesmom) on Feb 15, 2019 at 6:09pm … Read more

Last Remaining Shelter Dog Finally Finds Forever Home

We love to hear stories about dogs and cats getting adopted. This tale started off bittersweetly. In the first act, hundreds of animals found their forever homes. However, one little guy was left behind. In the second act, this pup was finally adopted into a loving home. https://www.facebook.com/photo.php?fbid=10103987556197442&set=a.10100549376107902&type=3&theater Meet Kenny Recently, a Kansas City shelter held an adoption fair for its animals. It was a massive success! More than 200 animals moved out of the shelter and into their … Read more

Trucker and State Troopers Save Lives of Dogs Thrown from Car on Interstate

A truck driver turned hero was driving along Interstate 81 on a cold winter’s day in upstate New York when he witnessed an unthinkably cruel and disgusting act. From the window of a rusted out Dodge Durango he saw someone throw two dogs to the side of the highway like trash. He immediately pulled over to render aid. The pups turned out to be Beagle mixes, one an adult of 6-8 years old and the other an adolescent around 1 … Read more

Dog “Bounty Hunter” Works Tirelessly to Reunite Dogs to Their Humans

It is almost unthinkable to consider what would happen if your dog went missing. The pain is immense. One York, Pennsylvania man is making it his mission to erase the pain and reunite families and their dogs. A superhero Ryan Bulson spends his nights and weekends helping people find their missing dogs. No, it’s not his job. He helps others out of the kindness of his heart. He told WQAD-TV: “The feeling you get when you return that dog to … Read more

22 Dogs Rescued from Dismal Fate at Chinese Slaughterhouse

Their captors doomed them to an unthinkable fate…and then…they were rescued. The Humane Society International’s Chinese partner raided a slaughterhouse housing 22 dogs. The workers saved the dogs from becoming meat for a Shanghai restaurant. The timing of the rescue was eerie. Rescuers saved the dogs from becoming meat for a restaurant located less than 12 miles from the venue of the 2019 World Dog Show. Thankfully, the dogs survived long enough not to meet this terrible future. Rescuers brought … Read more

Abandoned Boxer Rescued After Being Found Chained to Lamppost

In April, the picture of an abandoned dog went viral. A man found a Boxer tied up by the side of the road in Hull, UK, without food, water or shelter. It was a devastating scenario. This dog needs a home A Good Samaritan named Graham Dobson found the terrified dog. He brought him food and water and waited for an owner to reappear. No one showed up, so Dobson called the dog warden (known as animal control in the … Read more

Sad Pup Was Returned To Shelter After Adoption, But He Never Gave Up Hope

The saying goes, “patience is a virtue.” For one dog, it took more than patience to survive his stint at a shelter in North Fork, New York. Unfortunately, the pup named Gio struggled to adapt to shelter life. He lost weight and often paced back and forth. Gio just wanted a human to call his own. https://www.facebook.com/adoptlovenfawl/photos/a.10151586210841574/10156004387616574/?type=3&theater The pup returned to a shelter after a bad adoption experience. According to Gabrielle Stroup of the North Fork Animal Welfare League … Read more

Given Ultimatum – ‘It’s Me Or The Dogs’ – Dog Rescuer Ends 25-Year Marriage With Her Husband

Liz Haslam’s life has always revolved around dogs. Growing up, her mother bred West Highland Terriers, and her father owned an animal food business. As she got older, she knew her home wouldn’t be complete without the sound of paws padding down the hall, and she eventually found her passion working with rescue dogs. Unfortunately, after years of living in a home filled with pups, Liz’s husband wanted to take a break from rescuing. When he gave her the ultimatum … Read more

BREAKING: FDA Announces Expanded List of Recalled Hill’s Prescription Diet & Science Diet Dog Food

05/22/2019 – UPDATE Once again, Hill’s Pet Nutrition is expanding the list of its canned dog food found to contain elevated levels of vitamin D. According to a company statement made by Hill’s, this update includes only one new date code that was associated with a SKU that was already included in the previous recall. This new list came from the U.S. Food & Drug Administration announcement made on May 20, 2019. Here is the latest list of Hill’s Pet … Read more

Given Ultimatum – ‘It’s Me Or The Dogs’ – Dog Rescuer Ends 25-Year Marriage With Her Husband

After Unthinkable Neglect This Injured, Sick Dog Was Saved By A Good Samaritan

An ordinary commute turned into something extraordinary when a woman noticed something living on the side of the road. To her horror, it was a badly injured dog that needed medical attention as soon as possible. She jumped into action. Battling to Survive A Good Samaritan saw an abandoned dog on the side of a St. Louis highway. She immediately rushed over to help. The dog, who was later named Harris, was severely emaciated and wrapped in a blanket. Harris … Read more

See The Amazing Transformation Of This Sick, Abandoned Dog That Was Set To Be Euthanized

It is a heartbreaking truth that some abandoned dogs are euthanized. When their medical care is too expensive or they do not have a forever home, these pups face a grim future. With aid from generous benefactors, one lucky pup named Emu was spared this awful fate. A Tail of Survival Someone found Emu, a sickly, senior dog, roaming the streets. Because he appeared to be in such dire straits, they brought the pup to a vet to be euthanized. … Read more

Military Dog Saves Soldier On The Battlefield – Soldier Pays Him Back In Kindest Way

The US military is made up of more than just brave men and women. Dogs also fight on behalf of the American people. Fearless canines fight amongst humans. This is the story of one brave Belgian Malinois named Lyka. Wounded warrior Lyka served as a US military combat dog in Afghanistan. During her duty, Layka was shot four times by the enemy at point-blank range. Even though was extremely injured, Lyka attacked and subdued the shooter. She saved her handler … Read more

Therapy Dogs Bring Peace To Suffering Parkland Students, Breaking Our Hearts And The Internet

Tragedy struck Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School in Parkland, Florida in February of last year when an expelled student entered the school and opened fire. He murdered 17 people and injured 17 more giving this massacre the gruesome title of deadliest school shooting in our history. When students returned to campus later that month the terror and fear that had filled the halls and classrooms was replaced by the comfort and love of a slew of therapy dogs from all … Read more

Once Unwanted, Pup Becomes a Hero When He Saves Little Girls From Kidnapper

Melissa Lambert didn’t want to adopt a dog. Her husband, Thom, had been willing to bring home a furry family member for years, but Melissa was not on board. However, she would frequently take her three daughters to their local animal shelter to give some love to the pets there, but she hadn’t thought to bring one home. That is, until she met Edgar. Edgar is a brown and white Treeing Walker Coonhound, a handsome boy, or as Thom Lambert … Read more

Mother & Puppies Transported Out of Kill Shelter & Adopted Thanks to iHeartDogs Customers!

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. The Shelter Transport Animal Rescue Team (START) rescues animals from high-kill shelters in Southern and Central California and transports them to vetted Pacific Northwest rescue organizations, where they find forever homes quickly. Thanks to a grant from GreaterGood.org funded by the iHeartDogs.com community, START recently transported hundreds of animals to safety. Once … Read more

Rescue Rebuild Team Braves New England Winter to Build More Space for Shelter

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. “Jersey City in December sounds like a fabulous idea, right? The good news is that the Rescue Rebuild team prepared for the worst weather possible. We bought 98 body warmers and 288 hand warmers to be exact! Double good news: first is that we had warmer more tolerable weather than anticipated and … Read more

Skinny, Pregnant Dog Surrendered by Owner Lives to Care for Her Pups, thanks to iHeartDogs Customers

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. A Great Dane named Oreo was surrendered by her owner. 4 Paws 4 Rescue received her covered in fleas, and they could tell that she was skinny despite being heavily pregnant. Once Oreo had her puppies, it became quite clear just how emaciated she was. You could see every bone in her … Read more

Happy Pup is Returned to Her Navy Mom After an 8 Month Deployment!

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. “PACT for Animals is a champion of the Human-Animal Bond. PACT gives peace of mind to hospital patients and military personnel throughout the US, by placing their pets in temporary foster homes until their owners can be reunited with the companion animals they love. Every year, thousands of companion animals are surrendered … Read more

The Shelter Dog is Chosen Over the Labrador Retriever as Ohio’s Official State Dog!

Did you know that of all 50 United States, only 12 have named official state dogs? Most have chosen breeds that have roots based within their state lines. But Ohio recently joined the party, bringing the number of states with official dogs to 13, and they really made their choice count! In a bill sponsored by State Senator Bob Hackett, the Shelter Dog was named the official state dog of Ohio! The bill was backed by nearly 100 co-sponsors and … Read more

Suicidal Veteran With PTSD Adopts Rescue Dog. Now He’s Helping Other Vets Do The Same.

Air Force veteran David Sharpe knows all too well how high the risk runs for suicide among military veterans and their families. After serving our country in two Middle East deployments, one that landed him with an up close encounter with a Taliban sympathizer’s weapon, Sharpe was traumatized and depressed. He had lost two of his friends, vets like himself, to suicide. He started to question if the same solution was best for him. He turned to alcohol and prescription … Read more

“Old Dog Disease”: Understanding Idiopathic Vestibular Disease

Most people have never heard of Idiopathic Vestibular Disease (IVD), also known as “old dog disease” or “old rolling dog syndrome.” It is a sudden, non-progressive disturbance of balance most common in senior dogs. If you’ve never heard of it or seen it happen, it can be quite frightening, but rest assured, IVD is typically harmless. What Is Idiopathic Vestibular Disease? If your senior pet suddenly begins to walk in circles, has an unsteady gait, seems dizzy, or holds its … Read more

Biker Rescues Dog From Physical Abuse on Highway

What would you do if you witnessed a dog getting abused on the side of the road? One Texas man doesn’t need to guess. When he observed a small dog on the receiving end of violence, he immediately took action. Knight in shining helmet This heartwarming story dates back to February 2016. Brandon Turnbow was out riding his motorcycle when he saw the unimaginable. Turnbow was riding his Harley Davidson on a trip to visit his father. Then, he witnessed … Read more

VIDEO: Terrified Puppy Learns to Love Human Touch Again

Unfortunately, some of the world’s public pounds are not the most hospitable spaces for abandoned animals. They are often underfunded and over-crowded. One small dog in a Romanian pound did not receive the attention she needed to thrive. A dog in need of attention An animal rescue organization found Minna, a small, black mixed breed dog, in a Romanian pound. Howl of a Dog immediately recognized a dog in need. Minna cowered in a corner of her pen, shaking with … Read more

Heartbroken Pup Regularly Visits His Dad’s Grave

Warning: you probably won’t make it through this story with dry eyes. If you ever wondered about the connection between human and dog, this story will leave you with no questions. This is confirmation of how closely we bond to our dogs. Faithful companion In Ordu, Turkey, there is a dog mourning the loss of his human. Zozo visits his dad’s grave frequently to be close to his beloved. When he was only one-week old, Zozo’s human abandoned him. Luckily, … Read more

Best. Benefit. Ever. These Employees Bring Their Pups to Work

Imagine a ruff day at the office. Maybe you missed a deadline or let someone down. What could cheer you up immediately? Your best friend, of course! Employees of Achieva Credit Union don’t need to imagine this scenario. They bring their dogs to work. Dog days at the office Employees at Dunedin, Florida’s, Achieva Credit Union headquarters have the best perk ever. They can bring their dogs to work. Tara Murphy, the company’s chief information officer, is one of those … Read more

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