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During a fire in California a few days ago, a firefighter named Paul Alvardo heard the cries of a puppy. He couldn’t see any animals near him, but the sound seemed to be coming from a nearby bush that was on fire. So, he sprang to the rescue and found a tiny puppy trapped under the burning bush. Luckily, thanks to his bravery, he was able to bring the young pup to safety. The puppy had a solid white coat … Read more
These days, virtually none of us can manage a simple commute without our phones out in our laps and headphones in our ears. Fortunately though, most phones have cameras, and you never know when that accessible feature is going to come in handy on the bus. Take for example the passengers riding the 620 First Bus in West Yorkshire, England. Phones or not, they couldn’t help but notice that when the bus stopped at Bierley Lane, a four-legged passenger got … Read more
Shelters are filled with lovable animals that are waiting for the chance at their very own forever family. While happy endings occur every single day in the rescue world, there are also a number of pups who are still waiting for their chance at happiness. Bernie is one of the many who are still waiting. Bernard is a 6 year old Saint Bernard mix that has been living at the shelter for almost 4 years now. He was found on … Read more
First impressions are often wrong. That’s one reason so many people write off or stay away from strays and shelter dogs. In the wrong contexts like on the street or in a small crate, great dogs can come off mangy or fearful. A wonderfully kind priest in Gravatá, Brazil devised a brilliant way to make the stray and abandoned dogs of his city appear more adoptable. Every Sunday at the Paróquia de Sant’Ana Gravatá parishioners worship alongside stray dogs that Father … Read more
Lazarus is a 7 year old Great Pyrenees who until recently hadn’t experienced the feeling of being loved. He had been kept in a barn stall for almost 7 years, where he was left to live in deplorable conditions. Lazarus’s life was forever changed when a good Samaritan was asked to feed a local pup who’s human had just been diagnosed with a terminal illness. He agreed to help, but was in absolute shock once he saw the condition of … Read more
There is no shortage of dog halloween costume posts floating around the internet these days. I mean, Halloween is next week and there is something so absurdly hysterical about a dog in a costume. Things can get pretty hilarious when you place a wig on a pup’s head or dangle gawky jewelry from a dog’s neck. It’s all in good fun and as long as the dogs enjoy the extra attention, we are happy to get behind harmless dog costumes … Read more
In This Issue
● Vet Sees Mysterious Dog Illness
● Suffocation Risk In Your Home
● Give Your Dog Sniff Time
● Nutrition Findings For Older Dogs
● Halloween Safety Tips
What better way to exercise than to be surrounded by adorable dogs? Precision Pilates and NASM Personal Training in New York is hosting a special pilates event on October 27th. This pilates class allows you to play with puppies during your session. While that alone might sound exciting for animal lovers, the class is actually for a good cause as well. All earnings are donated to veterans that can’t afford to train a service dog. Puppies and pilates are two … Read more
Dogs are so friendly that they are often seen befriending other animals. A dog in Madhya Pradesh, India kept up with this trend by rescuing an adorable baby monkey. To the surprise of some people nearby, they saw this medium-sized dog carrying a baby monkey on his back. The monkey was clinging on for dear life while the dog happily wagged his tail back and forth. What many people didn’t know was that this dog was on a mission. The … Read more
In the small town of San Donaci near Brindisi, Italy an unusual but welcomed guest attends mass at the local Catholic church every day. He comes in, sits quietly by the altar throughout the service, and goes back outside when mass concludes. He is a seven year old German Shepherd named Tommy and his story is sweet, sad, and uplifting all at once. Tommy was adopted by Maria Margherita Lochi when she found him abandoned in a field nearby her home. The … Read more
Two earthquakes struck the California area on the week of the infamous Loma Prieta Earthquake anniversary. With the odd behaviors of the local dogs just before the recent quakes, some have begun to question if dogs have enhanced abilities surrounding natural disasters. Soon after the earthquakes, Twitter began to explode with multiple accounts of strange behaviors from furry friends. Ranging from coyotes to house dogs, the odd outbursts were everywhere. “In east la on my side, coyotes and dogs outside … Read more
As former children, surely all humans can relate to the feeling of holding on to a stuffed animal or beloved toy for support during stressful times. It’s comforting to have a best friend that goes everywhere with you. It turns out dogs use this same strategy too. Nicole Marie Wasieleski is a volunteer with the Animal Rescue League of Iowa and already the proud mama to two rescue dogs. She really didn’t plan on adopting another, but Nicole told the Dodo … Read more
Pet cafes are a trend in China. They are places where you can go and have a drink, a bite to eat, and interact with some adorable dogs, puppies, cats, or kittens. In the Western world we are seeing more dog-friendly bars and restaurants around but we bring our own dogs to these establishments. A cafe that allows you to come to the pets is a bit unusual but we can certainly see the appeal. Everyone loves to snuggle up … Read more
In 2010, a law was passed that punishes people if they create and sell videos of them abusing animals. While this law was a step in the right direction, it didn’t fully address the animal abuse problem. There were many horrible people that were still not punished for harming animals. So, the House recently revisited this topic and realized that more had to be done with this law. From there, they decided to pass a new animal cruelty law. The … Read more
For 27 years, Australia’s hottest firefighters have shucked their shirts in the name of charity. The Australian Firefighters Calendar was established in 1993 to support research into childhood burns. Since then, they have raised over $3 million for various charitable organizations. For the upcoming 2020 cycle, the guys posed for not one, but six sexy calendars! Our favorite? The 2020 Dog Calendar, of course. The guys featured in the calendars come from Australia’s Urban, Rural, Armed Forces, Aviation and fighting … Read more
Behold, the most perfect trio since Neapolitan ice cream: dogs, police officers and Canadians. You read that correctly. The Vancouver Police Department has continued its tradition of a K9 calendar and the newest edition does not disappoint! Feast your eyes on these badass four-legged heroes. They’re crime-fighting, fun-loving, supermodels here to rock your world… or at least your monthly schedule. “The dog pictures calendar was started in 2009 by retired Vancouver Police Sergeant Mike Anfield in honor of his wife, … Read more
Luma and Picasso are a pair of special pups that face their own unique hardships. Though they come from a troubling past, they both have a loving rescuer and an impressive will to keep pushing through. Liesl Wilhardt is a dedicated animal rescuer, and the founder of Luvable Dog Rescue in Oregon. Wilhardt has always had a deep passion for animal rescue, and opened her rescue in the hopes of saving as many furry lives as possible. It’s no wonder … Read more
The Hamilton Police fundraising calendar is now available, and serving up a number of photos featuring police officers and their new furry friends! Named “Paws and Order”, you will see the police force with a number of different animals, in photos that are sure to make you smile! Not only are they working together to master their best model pose, but they are also helping to raise money for some incredible organizations. The proceeds from each purchased calendar will go … Read more
Any sanitation worker could tell you they find some pretty strange things in the trash. You’d be surprised to see the sorts of things people throw away. Or, as some sanitation workers in Phoenix were, you’d be horrified to see what some people throw away. On October 10th, workers attending to a service vehicle in the loading tunnel of a landfill noticed something moving in the trash. When they got closer, they were appalled at what they saw. It was an injured … Read more
Sporty is a Golden Retriever that provides “street therapy” on his walks through downtown Chicago. Sporty is known for his adorable habit of walking himself on his leash, and happily greeting everyone he passes. He’s the talk of his town! As this lovable pup has entered his senior years, he has had a few run ins with serious illness. What was once small cell lymphoma that he battled last year, has now returned as large cell lymphoma in his GI … Read more
Cloe and Nena are the newest Dogs of Instagram sensations. One look at these drop dead gorgeous pups and it’s easy to see why people can’t seem to get enough of them. Their long, glossy, wavy hair is enough to make any dog lover take a second look but they’ve got an ace in the hole that makes them simply irresistible. They both have ridiculously long eyelashes framing their deep brown eyes. https://www.instagram.com/p/B3tyAlcHa_g/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link Twin English Cocker Spaniels The sisters are … Read more
Barbara ‘Babs’ Fry lives and works in San Diego. She is a real estate agent and founder of the nonprofit A Way Home for Animals, Inc. She is also a real-life pet detective whose assistance has made it possible for hundreds of lost dogs to be reunited with their families. This work is her passion and she does it for FREE. Babs started her nonprofit as a means to disseminate life-saving information to people who have lost their dogs. She … Read more
Part of each sale through the iHeartDogs store is donated to GreaterGood, which helps support various charities. Thanks to customers like you, happy endings, like the one below, are made possible. The handsome hound mix in the photo below is one-year-old Sam. Earlier this year, he was picked up as a stray in Tennessee’s Campbell County. Sadly, no one came to claim him. But fate had a plan for Sam. He was one of several lucky Campbell County pups chosen for transport to New York! … Read more
Does owning a dog increase the attractiveness of men? Um, yes! Okay, personal opinion aside, science actually says that it does. Dogs are pretty darn good at manipulating our emotions if you haven’t already figured that out. Turns out it is no different when it comes to dating. Psychology Today is saying that there is research suggesting that dogs make women perceive men differently and it honestly makes sense. The Age-Old Battle Of Dads Vs. Bad Boys There’s a theory … Read more
Christmas is filled with exciting gifts for humans, but of course, your dogs and cats want to get in on the fun as well! So, last year, Trader Joe’s launched an advent calendar specifically for dogs. For all 24 days before Christmas, there is a salmon and sweet potato treat for dogs, and then a bigger, tastier treat on the 25th day. However, when cat lovers saw this product on the shelves, they were upset that there wasn’t something like … Read more
While many dog lovers agree that Greyhound racing is bad, there is still a fear that the racing dogs will be left homeless. However, after a recent dog racing ban in Arkansas, rescues have come forward to say that finding homes for these dogs will not be an issue. This is because there is plenty of time for the Greyhounds to find forever homes and the breed is actually in high demand. There is no doubt that these dogs make … Read more
When Maria and Gareth first met their Shih Tzu, Bella, they fell in love with her right away. Bella had been born with a weakness in her back legs, so many people overlooked her because of that. The family they adopted Bella from said that the poor dog would just be used as a breeding dog if she couldn’t find a home. Maria and Gareth knew they couldn’t let that happen, so they brought Bella and her brother, Len, home. … Read more
American Shelter Dogs wear many badges of honor: loyal friend, survivor, heart stealer, and family completer. One designation that all shelter residents hope to avoid is “Longest Running Resident.” For whatever reason, the right family has not come along to provide these overlooked pups a forever home. In Allegan County Michigan, the Allegan County Animal Shelter has been the temporary home for Lab Mix Rudy. As he approaches his 4th birthday and 350th day in the shelter, his one and … Read more
To many, dogs are more than just best friends. They’re also healers. There are several ways a dog’s presence is beneficial to a human’s emotional and physical wellbeing. Kameroun Mares knew this as well as anyone when she adopted Semper Fidelis, a Husky named for the Latin phrase “always faithful.” Mares was undergoing treatment for acute lymphoblastic leukemia in 2013 when she met the pup and knew she wanted her. She hoped that Semper would help relieve her symptoms of … Read more
On September 11, 2019, authorities raided the home of a breeder/hoarder in Texas. Over 40 dogs were rescued from the home where they had been living in squalor. Unsanitary conditions left many of these rescues with eye infections and other untreated illnesses. Thanks to a group of volunteers who really care about animals, one unlucky dog rescued from that home finally had a much-needed stroke of luck. Joyrides Rescue, based in both Houston, Texas and Jersey City, New Jersey, is … Read more
John Vincent is a Vietnam Marine Veteran in New Mexico. When Vincent was admitted into the Raymond G. Murphy VA Medical Center last week, he was not able to bring his 5-year-old Yorkie, Patch along with him. Sadly, Patch had to be put up for adoption because Vincent does not have any friends or family nearby that can take care of him. Vincent might not have much time left, so his one request was to see Patch one last time. … Read more
This weekend was the 29th annual Tompkins Square Halloween Dog Parade in Manhattan. New Yorkers and their decked out pups hit East River Park in creative and adorable costumes, delighting the scores of onlookers and participants alike. Despite scattered showers and gray skies, the parade was very well attended by those on two and four feet. Get in the spirit of Halloween with these witty, clever, and cute costumed pups. About Tompkins Square Halloween Dog Parade Called “the largest dog … Read more
On a hot day in Dubai, Anand Raman went to visit his sister at work. Everyone he passed was trying to stay cool and out of the sun. However, no one seemed hotter than the stray dog he came across hiding in the shade under a car. The dog was eating some scraps and he didn’t appear in very good shape. His fur was dirty and matted and when he got up, he seemed to be walking weird. Raman knew … Read more
Most dogs are down to eat: any time, any place, any food. Small dogs, big dogs, and in between dogs seem to share an absolutely insatiable appetite for all things foodie. Some of them don’t even mind if their snack is not of the typical kibble variety. They will explore the entire world with their mouths just to make sure they don’t miss a single morsel. The long held cliche that dogs are always hungry is certainly understandable. But what … Read more
Dogs are gorgeous creatures. That’s why we fill our phones up with pictures of them from every angle doing anything imaginable (well.. at least I do.) It’s also why they’ve appeared in works of art since they first became man’s best friend. As our relationship with dogs has evolved over the course of human history, so have the ways they inspire our art. Here are some interesting impacts dogs have had on human artistic expression over the last several thousand … Read more
Brody and Katie are professional adventurers that spend their time on the road with their furry friend, Spaghetti. While exploring the Canyons in Colorado, they came across a pair that was in desperate need of help. While Brody and Katie were hiking through the canyon, they kept hearing barking in the distance. They assumed they were coyotes, and continued about their trek. As the barking got closer, they began to search for the source of the yelps. Suddenly, they saw … Read more
Sherman came into his humans’ lives at just the right time. With recently battling medical difficulties and the loss of a pet, they were emotionally drained. That is, until they met Sherman. In 2012, Joy and Billy Carr learned that Billy had a brain tumor that needed to be surgically removed. While processing this horrifying news, their 17 year old dog, Bubba, passed away. Dealing with two major crises at once, they were beginning to feel defeated. Soon after Billy … Read more
UPDATE 3/8/2020: REGGIE IS STILL LOOKING FOR A HOME! https://www.facebook.com/FureverBullyLoveRescue/posts/1773168772814561 Original story: Reggie is a 9 year old, loving Pit Bull that’s currently being fostered by a family in Florida. Being a senior dog, he is having some difficulty finding a home. Despite the odds stacked against him, his very best human friend, Elivia, is determined to find his forever family. Reggie was recently rescued from a crowded shelter, and placed in a foster home with Thea-Marie Parent and her … Read more
Virtually every major city has a stray dog problem. Some places have it far worse than others though. In cities with a severe stray problem, residents often consider these dogs a nuisance. Some, however, are the heroes these pups desperately need who think they deserve better. Dimitra Andrenou is one of those heroes. In order to help her husband Paul Kofteros’ business, Dimitra and her family moved from Leicester, England to Larnaca, Cyprus. Dimitra quit her job as an assistant … Read more
Ever since he was a puppy, Jake loved being around other dogs. He and his older sister, Molly, were both Golden Retrievers and he always looked up to her. So, when Molly passed away, Jake was heartbroken. He didn’t like being the only dog, so his parents decided to get Addie to keep him company. Addie was a young Golden Retriever, but she ended up helping Jake in more ways that their parents had even imagined. Jake had a lot … Read more
There’s a heart wrenching dumping grounds in Echo Lake Park, Texas. It’s a horrid place where evil humans abandon their dogs in the cruelest way possible. The dogs who are lucky enough to survive are often surrounded by the bodies of other fur babies with less fortunate outcomes. One woman is working relentlessly to change this. One Woman Refuses To Give Up On The Abandoned Judy Obregon is in charge of a rescue called The Abandoned Ones. She goes to … Read more
Have you ever heard of leptospirosis? It is a very rare life threatening disease that can infect dogs and humans alike. Vets in Arizona, Utah, and Colorado are seeing significant increases in dogs infected with the disease, many of which have been faced with the awful worst case scenario of having their beloved dog put to sleep. The good news? There is a vaccine for the disease that you may want to get this year. A Recent Case in Colorado: … Read more
A fire crew in Colorado was driving down an old dirt road, when they stumbled upon a small figure in the middle of the path. At first, they assumed the figure was either a raccoon or a skunk that hadn’t been so lucky with crossing the street. Once they got a bit closer, they couldn’t believe their eyes. They soon realized that the lifeless creature in the middle of the road was actually a small dog. Once the crew approached … Read more
Hailey Pugh is a young girl that just turned 10. She had an exciting birthday party that was complete with a bounce house, a Kona ice truck, and unicorn decorations. However, Hailey’s birthday wish was a little different from the other girls her age. Instead of asking for presents, she asked her guests to help animals in need by donating to the local shelter. Saving animals is much more important to her than getting new things. Specifically, Hailey requested that … Read more
We never get enough time with our dogs before they cross the Rainbow Bridge. But, furbaby parents rejoice! There is new hope on the horizon. Groundbreaking research is being conducted across the country on a vaccine for cancer in dogs. The results are promising so far! It’s called the Vaccination Against Canine Cancer study and it’s the biggest clinical trial ever conducted on dogs. So far there are about 150 dogs that are participating. The dogs are being seen at … Read more
Sadie and Rocky are two Pit Mix pups that are bonded for life. The pair have survived against all odds relying on the comfort and eventually, courage and wits of one another to survive. You see, Sadie and Rocky were abandoned by their family in the most cruel and inexcusable way. Sadie and Rocky’s family moved out of their derelict house leaving the dogs locked inside with no food, water, or intention of returning. They even went so far as … Read more
The concept of a service dog may be confusing to those who don’t have one. Sometimes you really need to see these working pups in action to fully understand how necessary and important they are. Take Ruby for example. Ruby is a gray and white Pit Bull/Staffy from Australia who’s also an outstanding service dog. She started training as a therapy dog in 2017, two years after her mom Shauna Darcy adopted her. https://www.instagram.com/p/9FFbnsLzn6/ Ruby’s initial duties were to help Darcy … Read more
Two animal loving newlyweds recently tied the knot in a beautiful ceremony in Ohio. While most couples opt for traditional wedding gifts, these two had a very different idea up their sleeve. Jonathan and Jeananne Wickham are heavily involved in animal welfare, and have adopted each of their cats from local shelters. Over the years they have seen the great need that shelters have for supplies, and knew they wanted to help out in a big way. After doing research … Read more
Rusty is a 1-year-old rescue dog that has been in search of his forever home. He looks just as happy and healthy as any other dog, but unfortunately, there is a lot that you can’t tell from just looking at him. In Georgia, Rusty was diagnosed with a liver shunt. This means that his liver can’t detoxify blood due to an abnormal vessel pushing blood away from his liver. He had a surgery to help him restore his normal blood … Read more
Caroline Earle White was a powerful woman with a heart for helping animals. She was destined to be a change-maker and a change-maker she was. Born and raised in a wealthy Quaker family, she was the daughter of an attorney who was an influential advocate for the abolition of slavery. Her mom also worked for suffrage and abolition. A Burning Passion Since Childhood Sparked Nationwide Change Horses and mules were used for working purposes when Caroline was growing up in … Read more
I have no idea why cartoons and TV shows continue to portray cats and dogs as natural enemies, but it needs to stop. Cat and dog friendships are the purest around, and they are plenty! Every multi-animal parent worries their animals won’t get along. Maybe it’s because they don’t give the older sibling any input in the adoption process. A Texas woman named Christina and her boyfriend Vincent adopted little Raven, a Tamaskan Husky, as a puppy in December, 2015. … Read more
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