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7 Tips For Choosing The Best Pet-Safe Essential Oils

From relieving anxiety and allergies to soothing joint pain and dry skin, essential oils can do a world of good for dogs. They’re all-natural and easy to apply, but using essential oils with pets isn’t the same as using them with the human members of the family. With an enhanced sense of smell, your dog is more sensitive to essential oils and aromatherapy than you are. Not every essential oil is safe for dogs, and not every distributor cares about … Read more

5 Ways To Tell Your Dogs You Love Them In Their Own Language

Pup parents know that our dogs love us deeply, even if they do not express it in the same manner humans do. Recently, behavioral research saddened dog lovers when it showed that most dogs don’t like to be hugged. That’s not to say our pups don’t enjoy receiving affection – they live for our love and approval! If you want to express your love and appreciation for all the joy your dogs bring into your life, why not try telling them … Read more

8 Things Your Senior Dog Will Thank You For Doing

As our dogs age, their bodies change and their needs will start to differ. While they’ll always be our baby puppies, our senior dogs are going to have some special needs. They become more sensitive physically and mentally, their bodies and minds start to change, and they will need some extra help living out their golden years in happiness and health. If you’re wondering how you can make life better for your aging pup, consider these tips. #1 – More … Read more

The Ultimate Guide For Planning A Summer Road Trip With Your Dog

The only thing better than a road trip is enjoying it in the company of our dogs! Since summer is the perfect time to embark on an adventure, you may want to start planning a trip with your favorite pup passenger. As fun as it is to hit the highway with your pooch riding shotgun (or rather, comfortably secured in the backseat), it’s our job as pet parents to be prepared and keep our dogs safe. Whether you’re headed out … Read more

Amazon Breaks Into The Pet Industry With The Launch Of Their Dog Food

Is there anything you can’t get on Amazon? Perhaps, but those items seem to be far and few between. And in addition to supplying its customers with products from thousands of other brands, Amazon has created its own line of products — and now, that includes pet food. Wag, a new dog kibble, is available to Prime customers. The brand promises that “real” chicken, turkey, beef, lamb, or salmon (dependent on the variety) is the number one ingredient, with no added … Read more

Animal Shelter In Mexico Gets Much-Needed Improvements, Thanks To Your Help

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.  What Animal Brigade of Mexico City lacks in donations, they make up for in heart. The impoverished animal shelter is located in a rural area outside the capital city of Mexico, and despite challenges, it’s a well-run organization that does a lot of good for local animals. They do miraculous things with the … Read more

Death Row Dog Hugs His Rescuer On His Way To Freedom

Schenley and Joe Kirk run the 501(c)(3) organization, HOUND Rescue & Sanctuary from their home in Findlay, Ohio. The dogs they welcome have been abandoned, surrendered by their owners, or pulled from high-risk shelters where they faced euthanasia. A beautiful 2-year-old Beagle named Gregory fell into the final category.   Although first assessed as a healthy stray, he was added to the euthanasia list when shelter staff discovered he was heartworm positive. If no one came forward to rescue him by … Read more

8 Ways To Make Your Rescue Dog As Comfortable As Ever

The word “comfort” conjures images of a big, cozy bed on a late Sunday morning. Feeling relaxed in your environment, however, is about more than fluffy pillows and a fleece blanket. It’s the feeling of both safety and confidence. It’s knowing that wherever you are and whomever you’re with, you’re secure, satisfied, and feeling happily at home. Rescue dogs—regardless of their background—deserve homes where their comfort is a priority. After life in a shelter and overcoming whatever past experience earned … Read more

8 Ways To Make Your Rescue Dog As Comfortable As Ever

The word “comfort” conjures images of a big, cozy bed on a late Sunday morning. Feeling relaxed in your environment, however, is about more than fluffy pillows and a fleece blanket. It’s the feeling of both safety and confidence. It’s knowing that wherever you are and whomever you’re with, you’re secure, satisfied, and feeling happily at home. Rescue dogs—regardless of their background—deserve homes where their comfort is a priority. After life in a shelter and overcoming whatever past experience earned … Read more

16 Products for People Who Love Dogs & Coffee

I don’t know about you, but I can’t begin my day without a hot cup of coffee and a hug from my dogs. The following products are devoted to folks like me who are obsessed with caffeine and canines – some are even customizable to include your furry friend’s name!   1. iHeartDogs Colombian Supremo Coffee Each cup of this smooth, delicious coffee provides one shelter dog with a full belly – that’s 25 nourished pups in every bag! Smooth and … Read more

How To Help Your Rescue Dog Gain Weight

“Skin and bones” are words to describe a specific population of rescue dog. They’re the ones found staggering near death on the side of the street or rummaging through the dumpster looking for scraps of anything remotely edible. They’ve known what true hunger feels like, and recovering from near starvation isn’t an easy process. Helping a rescue dog gain weight isn’t tossing them a few McDonald’s burgers and letting them go to town. It isn’t even leaving a limitless supply … Read more

Pet Food Manufacturer Offers To Cover Vet Bills Related To Food Recall

In March, Australian pet food manufacturer Advance Pet (which is owned by Mars Petcare, the same company that makes brands such as Eukanuba, Iams, and Pedigree) recalled all lots of their Advance Dermocare dog food after reports of dogs who had eaten the product becoming ill with megaesophagus, a digestive disorder where the esophagus becomes enlarged and weakened. Today, the company announced that it would reimburse the veterinary or euthanasia costs for any dog that seemed to contract megaesophagus as … Read more

Do Therapy Dogs Like Their Jobs?

With a growing list of places where you might run into a therapy dog, it’s easy to see real-life examples of the good work they’re known for. They visit hospitals, nursing homes, schools, and even airports to bring their special breed of emotional support to two-leggers of all ages. Science has already proven therapy dogs make real differences when it comes to emotional well-being. We know the people are happy, but what about the dogs? Most people know what it … Read more

The Cute, Comfy, Complimentary T-Shirts That Also Feed Shelter Pets

We all feel good when we’re wearing clothing that’s stylish, complimentary, and of course, comfortable! But wouldn’t you feel even better if you knew that the shirt you had on shared a positive message with the world… and helped feed hungry shelter pets? Animal lovers are all over iHeartDogs’ new line of Slouchy T-Shirts for all these reasons and for ever season! These breezy tees are fashionably flowy for easy wearing and outfitting making. They pair perfectly with denim or … Read more

Your Purchases Helped This Rescued Mama Deliver 14 Healthy Pups

Part of each sale through the iHeartDogs store is donated to Greater Good Charities, which helps support various charitable programs. Thanks to customers like you, happy endings, like the one below, are made possible.  When the staff at the West Feliciana Animal Humane Society (WFAHS) first met Emily, she was heartworm positive and “looked beaten up, scarred and bruised” with injuries to her inner ear, front legs, and eye. She was also heavily pregnant with only two weeks left to rebuild her health before … Read more

United Airlines Bans 25 Dog & Cat Breeds

In the wake of several unfortunate animal-related incidents, United Airlines temporarily banned all pets from their flights while they reevaluated their PetSafe travel policies. Yesterday the company released a list of 25 dog and cat breeds no longer approved for travel in the cargo hold starting June 18. The decision came after a French Bulldog named Kokito suffocated in an overhead bin on a flight from Houston to New York in March. The very next day, United accidentally sent a dog to … Read more

Rescue In Georgia Needs Your Help To Make A Bigger Impact

Pit bulls have become the most common breed found in shelters and an estimated 2,800 are euthanized every day. Even with their big eyes and gorgeous smiles, people shy away from them and demand laws that keep them out of their neighborhoods, cities and countries. Innocent dogs are dying all over – and even some of the most dedicated dog lovers won’t bother to help because of their breed. Many people absolutely will not consider adopting a pit bull because … Read more

8 Of The Largest Dog Breeds

If you’re reading this, chances are, you can never get enough of all things dog! For some of us, that means that the more “dog” that’s in one furry package, the better! These big breeds below represent more fur, more slobber, and more big-armed snuggles than their smaller canine counterparts. Many of the pups on this list are gentle giants, but sadly, their large size can come at a price: big breeds tend to age faster than smaller ones, meaning … Read more

3 Strategies For Safely Catching A Loose Dog

Whether it’s your dog that slipped their leash or a stray running through traffic, catching a loose dog is never as easy as it sounds. Your first instinct is to give chase, but that rush of energy is rarely the right move. Dogs that are afraid, skittish, or simply overly excited will do everything they can to elude your grasp—even when that means putting themselves in danger. If you want to bring your flighty pup back home safely, you’ll have … Read more

15 Money-Saving Tips For Dog Owners

According to CNBC, American dog owners spend upwards of $2,000 per year on routine care and maintenance for each of their pups. If there is a medical emergency, that figure can easily sore above $10,000. With these tips, you can give your furry family members the best of the best and save money in the process! 1. Make Your Own Products: DIY Dog Beds There was a time when pallets were tossed out like useless garbage. Now, there are countless … Read more

Doggie Brigade Brings Healing To Children’s Hospital Patients

For more than 25 years, the Doggie Brigade at Akron Children’s Hospital in Ohio has been bringing smiles and healing to patients and their families. Doggie Brigade is the second oldest animal-assistance program in the country, as well as one of the largest. Not only do these dogs bring happiness throughout the hospital, but they’ve actually been shown to reduce patients’ blood pressure, stress, and anxiety levels as well as increase the children’s willingness to participate in their treatment program … Read more

High Quality Coffee That Gives Back To Dogs In Need

It might be hard to believe that coffee could feel any better than it does when you’re holding a steaming mug in your hand and those first few drops warm up your tired soul. But believe us – it can be so much better! Colombian Supremo coffee from the iHeartDogs.com store does so much more than just prepare you to face the day – every single cup you brew feeds a shelter dog. That’s 25 dogs in need that have … Read more

After 11 Returns To The Shelter, Escape Artist Dog Finds The Perfect Home

Throughout his 9 years on this earth, Gumby, a sassy hound dog from South Carolina, has been adopted out 7 times, voluntarily surrendered 8 times, and picked up as a stray 3 times. And that’s just the beginning of his story!   Gumby made his first of many appearances at the Charleston Animal Society (CAS) in September 2014. He was brought in as a stray, but appeared well-fed and quite healthy, leading staff to suspect he had run away or been … Read more

21 Pallet Dog Bed Ideas

It’s easy to see why pet parents love pallet beds: they’re a fun DIY project, they’re cheap to make, and they look chic with any decor! Plus, they’re totally customizable to fit the unique personality of your beloved canine. If you know where to look, you can get pallets for free. They’re often used to load up products for shipment to stores, so if  you can get in touch with a local small business (perhaps there’s a pet shop you … Read more

Dog Parents Are Switching From Rawhide To This Popular Chew

Bully sticks are becoming more and more popular and with good reason. These long-lasting treats are loved by almost every dog and they’re full of benefits. Unlike rawhide, which is made with different chemicals and some very unnatural ingredients, bully sticks are full of healthy perks. 5 Reasons Bully Sticks Are the #1 Most Popular Dog Chew Many owners are often turned off by bully sticks when they find out they are made from beef pizzle (penis). But rest assured, … Read more

1200 Miles Separated This Dog From Salvation – And You Helped Him Get There!

Part of each sale through the iHeartDogs store is donated to Greater Good Charities, which helps support various charitable programs. Thanks to customers like you, happy endings, like the one below, are made possible.  The Lancaster Animal Care Center is a division of Los Angeles County Animal Care & Control. With seven “open admission” shelters serving 47 cities, the staff faces a constant struggle to save the dogs in their care from euthanasia. For a beautiful pooch named Mocha, salvation lay in a program … Read more

Dream Job: This Company Is Hiring Someone To Travel & Instagram Dogs This Summer

If getting paid to travel, take photos, and hang out with dogs all summer sounds like your dream job, listen up. The Points Guy, a website that helps readers score the best deals and earn points their trips, is hiring an intern for a once-in-a-lifetime experience. Did we mention they’re also paying $20 an hour? A post shared by Miles + Hootie + Swisher (@thepointspups) on Jan 22, 2018 at 7:15pm PST The Barketing Associate official duties include traveling with resident … Read more

What To Do In The Event Of A Dog Attack

We all love dogs and know that their hearts are pure, but sadly, attacks still happen. At the end of the day, our loyal companions are still animals with instincts that need to be respected. If they feel scared, threatened, or defensive, any dog is capable of biting. What’s more, some pups are simply more likely to go for the “fight” instead of the “flight,” whether it’s from past experience or it’s just in their nature. The subject of dog … Read more

Sweet Pittie Desperately Needs A Forever Home Because Of BSL Laws A Country Away

Breed specific legislation (BSL) has been the cause of a lot of heartbreak and frustration. A lot of good dogs are at risk of losing the homes and families they’ve known and loved for years because people make assumptions based on fear and misunderstanding. Aside from its direct harm, BSL can have indirect repercussions as well. Kayla Murray with the Austin Animal Center tells iHeartDogs about Chloe, a sweet dog who is at risk of losing her home in Austin, … Read more

How To Correct A Dog That Doesn’t Come When Called

We’ve all been there; you’re the crazy person in the neighborhood with the dog that refuses to come when called.  Whether it was a training session gone awry or an accident that let them slip out the door, you’re now left with a dog to catch and a neighborly reputation to redeem. You know your four-legged fugitive hears you calling their name while they trespass into the neighbor’s garage and sniff-walk their way down the street, but they’re ignoring you. … Read more

37 Dog-Friendly Store And Restaurant Chains

It used to be that just about the only place of business you could take your dog was pet supply stores. These days, more and more stores – and even restaurants – are becoming dog-friendly. While health code regulations force all dogs (apart from service animals) to stay outside restaurants, many are starting to invite people to bring their dog into their patio seating areas, and stores are allowing well-behaved, leashed dogs into their stores. Keep in mind that each location … Read more

Puppy Trapped In Hoard Gets Rescued, Thanks To Funding From Customers Like You

Part of each sale through the iHeartDogs store is donated to Greater Good, which helps support various charities. Thanks to customers like you, happy endings, like the one below, are made possible.  In the words of a CATNIP Foundation rescuer: “Our team received a call for assistance with cats abandoned at a flooded home in Vidor, Texas, one of the areas that was hit the hardest by Hurricane Harvey. It was described as a breeder/hoarding situation with a large number of cats and kittens at risk. … Read more

Thanks To Your Purchases, This Veteran Has A Service Dog Who Helps Him Live A Normal Life

Part of each sale through the iHeartDogs store is donated to Greater Good Charities, which helps support various charitable programs. Thanks to customers like you, happy endings, like the one below, are made possible.  US Army Veteran Wayne introduced himself to the founder of Canines for Service at a medical office after seeing him with a service dog. Later that day, Wayne stopped by the office to talk with the team about receiving his own service dog. He quickly completed his application and was … Read more

Emaciated Dog Found In Desert Has Amazing Home, Thanks To Customers Like You!

Part of each sale through the iHeartDogs store is donated to Greater Good Charities, which helps support various charitable programs. Thanks to customers like you, happy endings, like the one below, are made possible. Bessie was abandoned in a desert, miles away from food, water, or shelter. When she was found, she was so emaciated that she looked like just skin and bones. Many of her rescuers had never seen a dog as emaciated as Bessie – at least not one that survived. Image … Read more

UPDATE: These Bonded Dogs Were Heartlessly Separated After Adoption, But Their Story Isn’t Over

Update: A month has passed since the bonded pair of dogs, Dozer the pit bull and OJ the blind Dachshund, were reunited at Richmond Animal Care Center (RACC) after a harrowing ordeal. They were almost separated, but their friends at the shelter didn’t let that happen. Now, after weeks of not knowing their future, the two dogs are finally moving on. After the incident that ripped apart the two canine friends and left OJ heartlessly abandoned on the side of … Read more

Should I Give My Dog a Multivitamin?

Over the last decade, pet parents have begun to take more seriously the health of their pets. A poll conducted by the gallup organization showed that a full 50% of adults regularly take a multivitamin. However, when it comes to our pets, significantly less receive the same treatment. Does a multivitamin make sense for our furry friends, or is it a waste of money? You may want to consider a multivitamin if any of these 3 situations apply to you: … Read more

Got A Dog That Loves To Chew? Then You Gotta Try This!

Lots of pet supply companies advertise dog toys designed for powerful chewers, but far too many fail to live up to the hype. The products are either no match for “ruff” and rugged chompers, or pups simply find them boring. That’s where the AgriChew™ comes in! Accidentally invented by farmer Mark Smith, the AgriChew is tough, yet flexible with a unique shape that inspires dogs to romp and gnaw. Smith’s family business makes parts for the agricultural industry and originally created … Read more

The 20 Most High-Maintenance Dog Breeds

You may want a dog that you can teach a few tricks, take for a couple of short walks a day, and who will snuggle with you every night. If your dog is on this list of high-maintenance dog breeds, however, you might get more than you bargained for. Some dogs are high maintenance because they need massive amounts of exercise. Some dogs are high maintenance because they require a lot of grooming. Some dogs are high maintenance because they are … Read more

Junior Dog Handlers Work To Debunk Stereotypes About Bully Breeds

April 21 was a big day for 10 aspiring junior dog handlers. After four weeks of training, the group of kids finally competed in their first dog show. From the youngest trainee at six years old to the oldest at 16, the young dog handlers did it all with a breed some people think isn’t suited for children. Bully breeds have a bad reputation for being aggressive and dangerous, but organizations and businesses in Chicago are determined to set the … Read more

A Guide To Creating The Ultimate Bucket List For Your Aging Senior Dog

Facing the mortality of our senior dogs is a heartbreaking reality that inspires many loving paw-rents to create bucket lists on their behalf. While embarking on a final journey with your gray-muzzled best friend is a beautiful sentiment, be careful not to confuse the experiences you want to give your dog with the experiences your dog wants to have with you. When planning the perfect doggy bucket list, it’s normal to imagine grand adventures and wish for limitless possibilities, but … Read more

6 Natural Ingredients To Soothe Your Pug’s Dry & Cracked Nose

Did you know the moist, spongy skin of a pug’s nose captures scents “tens of thousands of times” more efficiently than our own? It’s the tool dogs use to investigate and understand the world around them. Since pups effectively “see the world through their noses,” the skin is constantly exposed to sunlight, extreme temperatures, allergens and various substances that can cause dryness, chapping, and cracking. Without a moist, healthy nose, your dog cannot efficiently explore the neighborhood or recognize his favorite scent … Read more

6 Natural Ingredients To Soothe Your Boxer’s Dry & Cracked Nose

Did you know the moist, spongy skin of a boxer’s nose captures scents “tens of thousands of times” more efficiently than our own? It’s the tool dogs use to investigate and understand the world around them. Since pups effectively “see the world through their noses,” the skin is constantly exposed to sunlight, extreme temperatures, allergens and various substances that can cause dryness, chapping, and cracking. Without a moist, healthy nose, your dog cannot efficiently explore the neighborhood or recognize his favorite scent … Read more

6 Natural Ingredients To Soothe Your Frenchie’s Dry & Cracked Nose

xDid you know the moist, spongy skin of a frenchie’s nose captures scents “tens of thousands of times” more efficiently than our own? It’s the tool dogs use to investigate and understand the world around them. Since pups effectively “see the world through their noses,” the skin is constantly exposed to sunlight, extreme temperatures, allergens and various substances that can cause dryness, chapping, and cracking. Without a moist, healthy nose, your dog cannot efficiently explore the neighborhood or recognize his favorite scent … Read more

6 Natural Ingredients To Soothe Your Bulldog’s Dry & Cracked Nose

Did you know the moist, spongy skin of a bulldog’s nose captures scents “tens of thousands of times” more efficiently than our own? It’s the tool dogs use to investigate and understand the world around them. Since pups effectively “see the world through their noses,” the skin is constantly exposed to sunlight, extreme temperatures, allergens and various substances that can cause dryness, chapping, and cracking. Without a moist, healthy nose, your dog cannot efficiently explore the neighborhood or recognize his favorite scent … Read more

What’s Going On When Your Dog Chatters Their Teeth?

A dog owner’s first instinct when they see their pup chattering their teeth is usually to grab a blanket. Humans clack their teeth together when the’re cold, and it’s true dogs occasionally do it too. It’s the body’s attempt at generating more heat, but what if it’s the middle of summer and your pup is out on a long walk? Or maybe you’re inside your cozy home about to play with a new toy? There are some situations where temperature-related … Read more

Woman Discovers Her Dog’s Strange Behavior Is From Meth & Cocaine Poisoning

Seeing your dog suffer is every pet parent’s worst nightmare, but what if you found out that their symptoms were the result of ingesting meth and cocaine? That’s what happened to Jen O’Brien’s 2-year-old Boxer, named Allie, who hadn’t left the house or yard that day. When Allie started acting strangely, her parents rushed her to the vet, where a urine analysis determined that she had toxic levels of meth, cocaine and amphetamines in her system. Puzzled as to where the substances could have … Read more

Why More Workplaces Should Be Dog-Friendly

Dog lovers already know the presence of a pet can reduce stress at home. Research has shown they reduce the stress hormone cortisol and help lower blood pressure. Virginia Commonwealth University performed a study to see if the same held true in the workplace. They found that employees with access to dogs maintained lower levels of cortisol than their dog-free coworkers. Dogs in the workplace may also increase productivity, improve morale and motivate employees. “It’s definitely good for the work atmosphere … Read more

Couple Provides A Forever Home For Over 1,000 Dogs

There’s no doubt that we love dogs, but this couple in Costa Rica took their dedication to another level! According to USA Today, it all started in 2006 when Lya Battle and husband Alvaro Saume adopted two pups from a shelter. Soon after, they began to notice more and more the strays that wandered the streets of Costa Rica. Of course, they couldn’t leave the homeless dogs wandering the streets, so they took them in. Before long, their home was filled … Read more

Partially Blind Senior Dog Guards 3-Year-Old Lost In Australia Bush

A 3-year-old girl named Aurora wandered off into the bushland surrounding her family’s rural Warwick, Australia property on Friday. Despite the efforts of more than 100 searchers, no trace of the girl was found until the following morning. But little Aurora did not have to spend the night alone. Max, her 14-year-old Australian Cattle Dog (known as a Blue Heeler in Australia) remained by her side. SUCH A GOOD BOY, MAX! He stayed with his 3-year-old human who was lost … Read more

Why Are Some Pups Drawn To People Who Don’t Like Dogs?

I have been a card-carrying dog person for as long as I can remember, and if you are a follower of iHeartDogs, I’m sure you are, too! With millions of us out there just waiting to shower them with love and affection, why is it that some dogs gravitate to people who do not care for canines? For some dogs, the desire to seek out a paticular person may be related to their level of socialization. If they are raised … Read more

What To Do When You Find A Stray Dog

Being an animal lover means that every life matters. That includes the furry family you have at home and every stray dog you find by chance. Whether they’re staggering along the side of a road, emaciated and afraid, or rummaging through the trash cans behind your favorite place to grab lunch, it’s your instinct to help. Helping, however, isn’t always a simple concept. Stray dogs can act unpredictably, and they don’t always recognize a helping hand. These guidelines will help … Read more