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We know. There are about a million and three choices when it comes to feeding your dogs. You love them with all you’ve got. You want them to live the longest, happiest, healthiest lives possible. The best way you know how to do that is to give them an abundance of love and to feed them the highest quality food you can. But you’re not a holistic veterinarian. And the very last thing you have time to do is whip … Read more
It was a normal day at Coolronan Dog Shelter when they received a phone call from a concerned woman who was on her daily walk. The woman had stumbled upon something heartbreaking, and called upon the rescue for urgent help. The rescue workers rushed to the scene, and were blown away by what they found. Found in a plastic bag was a tiny puppy who couldn’t have been more than 5 weeks old. His big brown eyes and skinny frame told … Read more
While a terrible storm like Hurricane Dorian can be devastating for people and their communities, it affects our furry friends just as much. People fleeing from the storm have been forced to leave behind beloved dogs and cats, many of which have already begun making their way up to shelters all across the United States. But there’s nothing like a disaster to showcase some of the best of humanity! People have really been stepping up to help out animals affected … Read more
Research continues to make incredible breakthroughs in medicine, and good news, everybody! Science has proven that drinking wine has an impressive number of amazing health benefits for people! Related: This new dog theme wine feeds shelter dogs with each glass. Wine may not be a miracle elixir, but it’s pretty close! Enjoying a glass or two is thought to help improve cognitive function, maintain heart health, and may even prevent diabetes and certain types of cancer! And all you have … Read more
What started as a fun day of hiking in the beautiful outdoors quickly took a shocking turn and became a frightening tale of life and death. Niko, a fluffy white pup, had been on a camping trip with his dad, David Alt. The pair had set out from Vancouver on July 26th to spend some time in the Gifford Pinchot National Forest. An Adventure Turned Accident When Niko wandered off from the campsite and went towards a nearby road, he … Read more
Cynthia and Andre loved to explore the outdoors, so they moved to carry out an adventure filled life in Colorado. They had a deep love for the mountains, and wanted to find a pup that enjoyed hiking just as much. They adopted a rescue dog named Henry in 2014, and were ecstatic to find that not only did this pup enjoy adventure, but he was born for it! “On Henry’s first hike, he immediately went to find the biggest rock … Read more
Service animals are amazing companions that can perform tasks to help someone or even save their life. However, many people will actually fake having a service animal in order to get the benefits. It actually happens much more often than you would think, but luckily, some states are finally cracking down on fraud. In fact, faking your pet as a service animal is about to be considered a crime in Alabama. Many people will pretend their dog is a service … Read more
A tiny dog with one of a kind looks was rescued by an animal welfare agency in the United Kingdom, but she was deemed “too ugly” by potential adopters. Little Morissa patiently waited at the Danaher Animal Home in Essex where she was the last pup left on adoption day. She’s a plump and hairless Chinese Crested with large, loving eyes and little tufts of black and white fur- an impossible combo not to love! View this post on Instagram … Read more
Jenn Bethune and Teddy, her loyal service dog, were just trying to have a normal vacation at Disney World. They shared lots of adorable photos together throughout the parks. In every photo, it looked like they were having an amazing time. However, their trip became a bit less magical when another guest decided to make a rude remark about Teddy. Bethune is a wife and mother of four that owns a pet grooming salon. Besides Teddy, her family has 3 … Read more
Higgins came to the Humane Society of Preble County as a puppy on September 23, 2012. The shelter workers watched Higgins grow through puppyhood and into his teenage-like years. The sweet boy was actually adopted once as a puppy but he came back to the shelter as a stray about a year later. Nobody came looking for him. As Higgins approached six years old, the shelter began to accept that he was becoming a senior dog and would, therefore, be … Read more
Hurricane Dorian threatened the entire state of Florida last week. Winds over 150 mph were expected to cause catastrophic damage and residents braced for flooding from storm surge. Windows began being boarded up and grocery store shelves were bare. Evacuations began on Florida’s east coast as the storm continued to gain strength, eventually becoming a category 5. Selfish People Leave Vulnerable Pets at Risk Families loaded up their cars and headed away from the coast or to their hurricane local … Read more
A small dog was found drifting out to sea off the Gold Coast in Australia recently. The waterlogged dog was miraculously saved thanks to the heroic efforts of a local lifeguard. Reece Muir dove into action as he quickly paddled his surfboard out to the stranded pup. A Game of Fetch Quickly Takes a Scary Turn Simon Goodchild was walking along the shore when he noticed the event unfolding. The dog had been playing fetch with his dad when he … Read more
Hurricane Dorian recently pounded the Bahamas for over 24-hours before continuing its path of destruction. The Category 5 storm hammered the Bahamas before it slowly crept along the Florida coast. It finally sailed past Georgia and continued north into the Carolinas. As a result, it left a trail of destruction spans thousands of miles. Officers with the Orange County Sheriff’s Department in Florida were called during the storm. They responded to a suspicious vehicle on the side of the road … Read more
Three Puppies were stolen from Family Dog Rescue in San Francisco in an effort to make a profit. Taking two 8 week old Huskies and one Pit Bull Puppy, the thieves hoped to silently post them for sale in the surrounding area, and make it out without anyone ever catching on to their plan. A burglar apparently broke a padlock at the front gate of the shelter, and made their way into the rescue in the middle of the night. … Read more
As Hurricane Dorian approached the Bahamas and some of the states on the east coast, many rescue dogs needed to flee to find a safer location. However, it was difficult for rescues and shelters to find enough space for all the dogs in need. Luckily, Apple Dog Daycare, Lodging & Grooming in Glen Allen, Virginia graciously offered space for two dogs that were in search of a safe location from the hurricane. After all, the more dogs that find temporary … Read more
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. Dolly came from a hoarding situation where 30 dogs were living in a shed with an older gentleman. Dolly went into foster, which turned out to be a foster fail due to Dolly’s sweet personality and love of life. Her foster mom had no choice but to adopt this cutie! Miles came … Read more
It’s no secret that dogs love to sleep. Anytime. Anywhere. Whether it’s after a long day at the dog park or an excessive amount of playing, dogs will often get so sleepy that they can’t even keep their eyes open. However, not all dogs sleep curled up in a bed or lying on the floor. These dogs prove that! Here’s a collection of some of the funniest photos showing just how crazy dog’s sleep positions can be! Nothing Says … Read more
A tiny dog with one of a kind looks was rescued by an animal welfare agency in the United Kingdom, but she was deemed “too ugly” by potential adopters. Little Morissa patiently waited at the Danaher Animal Home in Essex where she was the last pup left on adoption day. She’s a plump and hairless Chinese Crested with large, loving eyes and little tufts of black and white fur- an impossible combo not to love! View this post on Instagram … Read more
Recently, a leisurely walk through a quiet, peaceful neighborhood turned into a terrifying ordeal for a 10-year-old little girl. According to Fox 5, the horrific incident happened around 4:00 p.m. in a neighborhood in Woodbridge, Virginia. The girl was walking her dog when a man tried to abduct her in broad daylight. Fortunately, the child predator wasn’t expecting the girl to have someone looking out for her. The man was described as 5’3” to 5’6” tall in his late teens … Read more
Leah Fessler is a journalist and editor who thinks about “gender, equality, and pugs.” Along with wearing many professional hats and being the very proud mama to an adorable pub named Chester, Leah is the writer/interviewer/editor behind How We’ll Win. That project is “a collection of insights from visionaries around the world aimed at anyone committed to empowering women.” Visionary Women and Their Dogs In creating How We’ll Win, Leah interviewed 50 visionary women asking each of them a consistent … Read more
A trip to the dentist is a common source of fear among children. Whether it’s the loud noises, the potential for pain, or the two combined; the dentist is not a child’s favorite place. Case Western Reserve University just released a new study on the impact that certified therapy dogs have on children visiting a dental office, and if they have the ability to ease their stress. Aviva Vincent and her team of researchers reached out to dental offices and … Read more
Drum roll, please! So far, the 5th annual Clear the Shelters event accounted for over 160,000 adoptions across the country, crushing the 2018 total of 103,000. To every one of you that shared a post, volunteered time, fostered, adopted, or contributed in any way… big or small, THANK YOU! This life saving event took place at over 1400 shelters and rescue groups and the publicity surrounding the events helped drive participation. Adoption records were shattered in many cities this year. With … Read more
Sometimes, you see a video that has over 600,000 views and think “wait… that’s it?!” This isn’t one of those. It may be short, but the payoff is well worth it. I’ll keep you smiling all day. Here’s the setup: an adorable baby in a onesie is leaning against his family’s pup who’s taking a little snooze. So we’re already off to a great start. Babies and dogs doing absolutely nothing is a good enough recipe for a viral video. … Read more
Most of us cannot imagine having seven dogs in our home, let alone 97! Chella Phillips lives in Nassau, Bahamas where she devotes her life to rescuing local street dogs, affectionately known as “potcakes.” When she got word of Hurricane Dorian, Phillips gathered up as many pups as she could before the massive category 5 storm. She ended up with 79 dogs in her master bedroom, and 18 more throughout the house. “It was either leave the dogs on the … Read more
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has issued a warning not to feed your dog specific formulas of Aunt Jeni’s Home Made frozen raw dog food. According to DogFoodAdvisor.com, the warnings pertain to two of Aunt Jeni’s recipes: Aunt Jeni’s Home Made, Turkey Dinner Dog Food and Aunt Jeni’s Home Made, Chicken Dinner Dog Food. Image Aunt Jeni’s Home Made Facebook Facts at a Glance During a routine inspection, two samples of finished product of Aunt Jeni’s Home Made tested … Read more
The pain of losing a dog cuts deep, and it can hurt even more than losing a close human friend. Dogs don’t live nearly long enough, but when they leave us, they don’t leave us empty handed. When Daniel Kemp’s Greyhound, Murphy, passed away in April 2018, he left Daniel with almost 10 years worth of memories and more than a little inspiration. At a time when his heart was breaking, Daniel decided right away to heal in a productive … Read more
A loving dog named Coco, (Spanish for Coconut) found himself facing an untimely illness, with no one by his side to help him fight. Coco was taken in by four different families, but was returned each time due to the complications of his illness. After being told by veterinarians that he has no more than 40 days to live, it was beginning to look like he would spend his last days in a shelter. Luckily for him, a kind man … Read more
Saying goodbye to our furry friends is a devastating but inevitable part of life. The most we can do for our departed good boys and girls is to send them off properly with love and care. That’s why so many people choose to have their animals buried in a cemetery. We want to be able to visit and remember them when they’re gone. Families living near Livingston County in Michigan thought they were honoring their beloved fur babies by burying … Read more
Freshy the Pit Bull found himself abandoned by his family, with just hours to live in a packed animal shelter in New York. This was a new reality for Freshy, seeing as he once had everything he could have ever wanted. Freshy came from a once loving home. He lived a happy life with a family of four children, two dogs, and one cat. He was the definition of the perfect family dog. What was once a big happy family … Read more
Do you and your dog love to go camping as a weekend getaway? Then 4 Paws Kingdom in North Carolina is the perfect vacation destination for you and your pup. This campground is specifically catered toward dogs and their families. There are hiking trails, parks, and many other amazing amenities that are guaranteed to give every dog and dog parent the best trip possible. At this campground, you can either rent out an RV site or you and your dog … Read more
Megan Leigh loves Disney World, but before her service dog Nala came along, it was difficult for her to travel independently. Luckily, Nala also has a passion for the Happiest Place On Earth! With their annual passes and matching mouse ears, the pair regularly visit the park – and their favorite characters! “Her favorite part of Disney would be going to the Magic Kingdom,” Megan tells The Dodo. “She loves doing character meet-and-greets as her ‘Go say hi’ command is … Read more
You’d never know it by looking at him, but little Chupey’s DNA is made up mostly of Pit Bull and Rottweiler! Born hairless with inside-out ears, beady eyes, and a toothy grin, he resembles the mythical Chupacabra of Mexican folklore. Rescuer, Kaley Carlyle dubbed him “Chupey” for short. Carlyle had already rescued one litter of puppies with a seizure disorder when the same breeder came to her with Chupey. She cut a deal with the woman: if she would spay … Read more
A California dog dad got a shocking surprise when a motion alert from his home security camera appeared on his phone. He watched in horror as the pet sitter he hired through the Rover app violently threw his puppy, Lucy to the ground. Lucy was seen by a veterinarian, and is expected to be fine, but it certainly raises questions as to the safety of using pet care apps such as Rover and Wag. Warning: The video footage is very … Read more
A one-year-old Goldendoodle by the name of Bentley was a victim in a car crash that killed one of his family members. Bentley had been traveling with his family in Colorado when the Jeep they were in fell 600 feet down the side of a mountain. Bentley’s mom, Tara Orr, survived the crash. Sadly, Tara’s mom, Jennifer, died at the scene. A Community Came Together to Search for Bentley Bentley was thrown from the vehicle during the accident and was … Read more
Our dogs are our family, so it’s no wonder a couple in Campo Grande, Brazil wanted to include their 9-month-old dog Thor in their engagement photo shoot. Joyce Sabino Greffe and Alfredo Garcia da Silva hired a photographer, Nicolas Carrelo, to capture their joyful occasion. Before the shoot, they told him they wanted Thor in the photos with them, but assured him that the dog was calm and that he would be quiet and well-behaved. Thor, however, didn’t feel much like … Read more
A unique new game called To The Rescue, has captured hearts with its goal of simulating an animal shelter environment, and bringing light to the reality of a shelter. After just two days of being live, To The Rescue has already surpassed its funding goal on Kickstarter, and has started working its way into its stretch goals. This game is made to raise awareness for shelters around the world, by providing as realistic scenarios as possible in the simulated video … Read more
A stray dog who lives in Bangkok is showing off his carefully crafted street smarts, and it’s getting him some viral attention worldwide. The locals call him Gae. He’s a reddish brown, large mixed breed whose ability to trick passersby gets him awarded by those whose heart goes out to him. As you’ll see in the video, Gae perfectly positions and drags his hindquarters along the street as if he has injured legs. When someone pays him some attention, he … Read more
Are you searching for the perfect gift for the young dog lover in your life? Look no further than Operation ResCUTE‘s adorable stuffed dog and book sets! Each toy is modeled after a real life rescue dog, and comes with a book detailing their remarkable story. Best of all, 100% of the profits go towards helping shelter dogs get adopted! Operation ResCUTE was inspired by a pooch named Jingles. Her story began when she was just a tiny pup, curled … Read more
“Jax is doing great! He is a very loving dog, and we took to him right away. We couldn’t have asked for a better dog.” Nothing brings us more joy than sharing success stories with you. After all, it is YOU who make these happy endings possible. When you shop on iHeartDogs, dogs get fed, housed, relocated, and ultimately, adopted! We’ve got a sweet story to share today that is a perfect example of the great things that come from … Read more
Every purchase you make on the iHeartDogs store helps feed and house shelter dogs in need. Thanks to you, the Nashville Humane Association received some serious improvements to their facility. Image Courtesy Rescue Rebuild How Your Purchases Helped Here’s a little breakdown of how your purchases get translated into upgrades for this animal shelters. iHeartDogs is partnered with Greater Good. A portion of your purchases goes to Greater Good to, well, do more good! Greater Good has an organization within … Read more
It’s gut wrenching to even think about your dog no longer being in your life. Constantly by your side. Loving them as much as we do only makes it that much more difficult to lose them. But there’s strength in understanding and comfort in preparation. As your dog ages or gets diagnosed with a life threatening illness, there are ways you can prepare to make the experience as positive as possible for everyone involved. Making Your House Accessible & Comfortable … Read more
The end is never easy. The thought of losing your friend is painful beyond description. Being faced with the decision of having to euthanized your dog is devastatingly difficult. During a time like this, anything that can be done to make it more bearable, more comfortable, and more peaceful – not just for you, but also your pup – is worth consideration. When the time comes for you to gently ease your best friend from this life, consider having it done … Read more
A dog lost in DC wandered to exactly the right place at exactly the right time on August 7th! Kristofer Goldsmith was on his way to work at Vietnam Veterans Of America when he discovered the dog walking around by himself. The dog was wearing a t-shirt and a collar that had no name or number on it, but it did have a rabies tag. Kristofer loaded the pup into his car and took to Twitter to see if anyone knew … Read more
An injured dog named Dani was brought into the Twin Maples Veterinary Hospital in Ohio because she needed emergency medical attention. The individual that brought her in claimed that they found the dog with a slit throat and a duct-taped mouth. Horrified by this story, officers went out to search for the person behind this animal abuse, but they later found out that the entire story was a fabrication. The real person to blame was the person who brought her … Read more
A dog in Virginia didn’t quite know love until she was adopted by a senior living facility. A six-year-old pup by the name of Journey was found by Amy Creel with Knine Rescue in Montgomery County, Maryland. Journey had been kept in a cage her entire life and she ended up in an overcrowded shelter after her owner died. Fate Intervenes Just in Time Creel found her just in the nick of time. Journey was scheduled to be euthanized that … Read more
People are capable of the most unthinkable acts, especially when it comes to animals. A 28-year-old Round Rock, Texas man has been accused of animal cruelty after witnesses say he tethered his dog to his truck, dragged him, and then intentionally ran him over. Maybe the punishment for this crime should be the same for him. Owner Charged, Awaiting Trial CBS Austin reported police responded to a home where they found a trail of blood almost a mile long. They … Read more
Stuart Hutchison of Alloa, Scotland died peacefully at home on August 11th. He was just 25 years old and had battled an aggressive form of brain cancer since he was a teen. Stuart had a two-year-old French Bulldog, Nero, that he was inseparable with. There was also four-year-old Nala and then Amelia, but though Stuart had three dogs, Nero was always the one by his side. The Battle Continued The family was told in March that Stuart was responding well … Read more
The Richmond Animal League gave one sweet pup a day to remember recently. The staff and volunteers took Bebe for “Bebe’s Big Day Out” where he got to pick out anything he wanted. He went for a car ride and got to feel the breeze on his face with all of the windows down before indulging in a shopping spree at Petco. Bebe has been in shelters since May of this year. He is a sweet boy who has unfortunately … Read more
Dr. Sheridan Lathe, a.k.a. Dr. Sheddy from Queensland, Australia, quit her day job and sold her belongings to set sail on a dream adventure. Initially joined by her husband, Captain Joel, the pair set sail aboard the SV Chuffed in December 2016. The couple set out with a goal to provide free veterinary care to animals in the Caribbean and Central America. Life’s Rough Waters Won’t Slow Her Down Dr. Sheddy is a veterinarian and Captain Joel is a marine … Read more
Jason Aldean and wife Brittany recently adopted an absolutely adorable brindle baby boy in St. Louis. Brittany made the announcement on Instagram, asking fans to weigh in on what the little bundle should be named. Y’all…we have a new baby boy💙 We rescued him from @strayrescuestl 🙌🏼 His brothers and sisters were all found in a drain pipe on an extremely hot day in St Louis💔 There are 7 pups still waiting to be adopted – check out there page … Read more
A dog was badly burned in a house fire last year when his family was unable to get him out. Miraculously, he was able to eventually escape on his own but with severe burns. Taka was taken to Care More Animal Hospital in Martinez, Georgia, about two hours outside of Atlanta. This amazing boy was treated for extensive burns all over his body. The majority of the injuries occurred on his face and head. View this post on Instagram A … Read more
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