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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
Lately, there have been numerous news reports of issues with animals on airline flights. Sometimes, the animal’s behavior is the cause, but in this story, we’re talking about the behavior of an airline and the treatment of an emotional support dog. On a recent flight from Miami to Los Angeles, a woman traveling on American Airlines says her medically necessary dog was treated unfairly and poorly by employees of the airline. Avigail Diveroli was pregnant and traveling with her husband, … Read more
The sad predicament of a Pit Bull abandoned in Connecticut is shedding light on the costs of raising a fur baby. The poor girl was found tied to a tree in a park on July 26th with a note attached to her collar. The note, addressed to “Whomever love[s] dogs” explained that the Pit Bull’s name is Annabell and she would turn 3 years old on August 12th. “Couldn’t afford her. Please help,” the note concluded. She had no tags … Read more
What if there was a database filled with images of every individual snout, helping to reconnect us with our lost pups? A company named Megvii in China is already on to the idea, and making this a reality! As the years have gone by, we are constantly finding ways to reunite with our lost pets even easier than before. What started out as only being able to find your escaped dog from word of mouth, has now turns into a … Read more
Lawrence Chappell was homeless for 94 days. He spent the entirety of that time standing on the corner of I-10 and Highway 6 with a sign in hopes that someone would show him some kindness. All he wanted was enough money to make sure that he and his service dog had enough to eat. Chappell had been trying to apply for jobs, but he had no luck. Despite his many skills and ability to learn quickly, no one would hire … Read more
Kai was a 173-pound golden retriever, who was saved by the Misfits of Alberta Animal Rescue after his previous family attempted to have him put down. However, the vet refused to end his life because he believed that Kai still had a chance. When the vet contacted the dog rescue, Pam Heggie came to help right away. When she met this poor dog, she knew he was dangerously overweight, so she wanted to do everything she could to help him … Read more
Meet Cashew the French Bulldog This is Cashew the French Bulldog – or “Cashew the Frenchie” on Instagram. Cashew knows exactly what he does and doesn’t like. Above all, he does not like Mondays or drinking water from steel bowls. We have on good authority (his parents) he’ll even scream about it. His interests include cheese and “steal[ing] your girl.” Oh, and farting. Lots of farting. He doesn’t look like he’s very sorry about that. We’re not sure what gave … Read more
A veteran and her service dog were recently kicked out of a gym and told the dog was not welcome. Emily Szekely is an Army veteran who proudly served her country as a combat medic. She has developed a seizure disorder and PTSD as a result of her time in the service. Thanks to her three-year-old service dog, Mojo, she can enjoy life again. Two Heroes Asked To Leave That was until Emily and Mojo were ushered out of an … Read more
The Minnesota Wild NHL team has signed on a new team member named Breezer. With four paws and fur, this teammate is a bit different than the rest! Breezer is a rescue dog from the Coco’s Heart Dog Rescue, and has been signed on to a one-year training contract with the Minnesota team. Wild President Matt Majka and his wife, Kym have taken on this sweet pup with the intention of fostering him to his service dog potential. At just … Read more
For those of us who have lost someone near and dear to our hearts, you know just how daunting the thought of seeing them after their death can be. A funeral home isn’t the first place that comes to mind when you think of comforting and warmth. Fiona, the Burmese Mountain Dog who spends her days at a New York funeral home, wants to be your warm hug on a very hard day. https://www.facebook.com/MarineParkFuneralHome/photos/a.179347485604665/1044294129109992/?type=3&theater Fiona was trained to assist those … Read more
An Arizona shelter dog named Monte is getting his big break as the lead role in the remake of the “Lady and the Tramp.” This live action remake is based on the beloved story of a street smart terrier falling in love with a pedigree princess, and all of their adventures in between. Monte was first rescued by the Mesilla Valley animal shelter, and then adopted by the HALO Animal Rescue in Phoenix, Arizona. Everyone at the rescue immediately fell … Read more
A few years ago, the High Plains Humane Society in New Mexico shared a devastating photo of a dog awaiting her forever home. This sweet pup had just been abandoned by her family, and left in the hands of the caring shelter employees. Day after day she was left to face her loneliness, and wonder what she could have ever done to deserve her current reality. She spent her days confined in the walls of a kennel, as she watched … Read more
Antonio Reese was only nine years old when he was the victim of a drive-by shooting on his way to a family dinner. The young boy was shot in the back of the head while riding in his family’s car in March 2015 near Lexington, Kentucky. Antonio’s spent 18 days in a coma and suffered a traumatic brain injury. His mom, Tara Murillo, told WKYT that the child suffers seizures and memory loss as a result. It Takes A Village … Read more
A man was just sitting in his car on a rainy day when a hungry Pit Bull approached him and peeked in the open window. It is clear that the dog could smell food, so the man asked, “do you want something to eat?” To the man’s surprise, the dog took his offer as an invitation. The dog jumped into the car through the window, making himself right at home. While this dog appeared to be wearing a blue collar, … Read more
Jason Nielsen and Ray Lainez are Port Authority police officers at the Newark Liberty International Airport. They were just patrolling one of the terminal parking lots as usual when they came across a horrific sight. A tiny puppy with long, curly hair was locked inside of a hot car all alone. It was unclear how long he had already been in the car, but the poor pup appeared to be suffocating to death. A Heartwarming Rescue Right away, the officers … Read more
Dog parents: If the sound of a whimpering pup makes your heart melt like a wet Wicked Witch, you’re not alone. A new study published in the journal Royal Society Open Science found that dog parents find the sound of a crying dog equally as sad as the cries of a human baby. For the study, 500 young adults listened to the sounds of dogs whining, cats meowing, and human babies crying. What researchers found overall was that people who lived … Read more
On July 27th, 2019, New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy signed a bill that prevents pet dealers from leasing out dogs and cats to individuals. This is to discourage a practice that is said to be predatory and tricks people out of their money. Many pet lovers ended up paying much more than they’d planned on their dog or cat due to pet leasing. This law was approved almost unanimously because the Senate passed it by 37-0 and the Assembly approved … Read more
David Rosenfelt is a famous author that is known for his Andy Carpenter mystery books, but he also has a strong passion for rescuing dogs. His book series centers around a lawyer that solves crimes with the help of his dog. The protagonist also rescues dogs in the series, which is actually much like Rosenfelt’s own life. Rosenfelt and his wife typically have at least 20 rescue dogs in their home at once. About Rosenfelt’s Dogs https://www.facebook.com/photo.php?fbid=1763960563664250&set=a.151017491625240&type=3&theater It all started … 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. Ottie was rescued from a hoarder’s home along with many other animals. Due to his unhealthy lifestyle, he was overweight and unhappy. “You could see in his eyes that this wasn’t the life for him. Ottie needed stability, love, and a steady, healthy diet,” Fido and Fluffy’s Rescue told iHeartDogs. Thanks to your … Read more
Summer is coming to a close, and all over the country kids are returning to the classroom. Heading back to school can be a bummer, but to our dogs it seems like a blast! Think about it: There’s new clothes, colorful supplies, bus rides, and tons of new friends to meet. What more could a pooch ask for? The dogs below are tired of watching their school-age humans embark on new adventures – they want in on the … Read more
Indianapolis Animal Care Services (IACS) sent out a grave warning yesterday to dog lovers everywhere. In the past week alone, the shelter has seen dozens of dogs at their intake doors infected with canine parvovirus. Canine parvovirus is completely preventable with a routine vaccination. These preventative measures are extremely successful at protecting our pups from dangerous diseases. IACS said on Facebook, Canine parvovirus, or parvo, is a highly contagious, life-threatening disease and it’s only going to continue to spread throughout … Read more
In late 2015, the day after her husband, Leo, of nearly 70 years was admitted to hospice, Miss Norma learned that she had a large, cancerous mass in her uterus. Two days after losing Leo she and her son sat in her doctor’s office to discuss treatment options. The usual combination of surgery, chemo, and radiation were on the table. The doctor asked Miss Norma how she would like to proceed. Her son reported on Facebook, A tiny woman at … Read more
If you love dogs, you know that furry paws make no difference when it comes to the place that they hold in our hearts. Our pups are family, and the loss of a dog is devastating. Emma McNulty felt the heartbreak of losing her beloved companion when her dog of 14 years, Milly, unfortunately passed away. Emma and her family were crushed by the sudden loss, and struggling to make it through that difficult day. Emma was scheduled to work … Read more
A resident of Valley Animal Center in Fresno, CA for 1,001 days (that’s almost 3 years for you math whizzes), Marmaduke has finally been happily united with his new person. On Friday, August 2nd, 2019, the big moving-out day arrived at last for this 7 year-old shelter dog who had been awaiting adoption since 2016! But finding a forever home for this lovable American Staffordshire was a group effort to say the least. The Valley Animal Center is a no-kill … Read more
Why have a best man at your wedding when you can have a best dog instead? At her recent wedding, Sara Carson Devine proved that dogs can be just as valuable to a wedding party as humans can. During her wedding reception, Sara’s first dance was unlike any other. She performed a dance to the song “Footloose,” but instead of dancing with the groom, she danced with Hero, her “Best Dog.” The video of their dance became viral not long … Read more
After a horrible car accident in Savannah, Georgia, a sweet dog name Pigeon was left with her rear legs paralyzed. Sadly, her original owners abandoned her after this incident, and she was left struggling to move. Not long after, a kind dog-sitter named Erica found Pigeon and changed her life for the better. When Pigeon came home with Erica, she could move fairly well on her own, but she had to hop around using her front legs to pull her. … Read more
Can pets help cure loneliness? This is a commonly asked question, and many pet lovers agree that they feel less lonely around their furry friends. However, whether or not this is true is something that not everyone can confirm. Recent studies have shown how pets can help with loneliness as well as whether cats or dogs are the better companion in this situation. About the Study The main age group that this study is centered around is seniors. There are … Read more
A Cry For Help From A Nose Under A Door Officers in Plainfield, New Jersey were called to a home for a welfare check after neighbors reported that they hadn’t seen or heard a man who supposedly lived at the residence. When officers arrived they found a dog’s nose sniffing under the door. They contacted neighbors and the man’s ex-girlfriend who confirmed that the man was safe and wasn’t coming back. They said the cat and dog were cared for. … Read more
People can be so deplorable. Take this woman, for instance. Not only did she want to have her dog euthanized just because she didn’t want him anymore, she shoved the pitiful looking dog into the trunk of her car when the shelter refused to grant her death wish. Sara Perry took the emaciated dog to the Brevard Humane Society where she intended to either surrender him to their care or have him put down. When the shelter staff told her … Read more
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