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3 Amazing Ways To Honor A German Shepherd Who Passed Away

Saying goodbye to someone you love is one of the hardest things that you will ever deal with in life. And that’s not just for humans, but also for our furry family members. Losing a german shepherd many times leaves an irreplaceable hole in our heart, regardless of all the memories that you have of times cherished together. But thankfully there are ways to commemorate, and even honor our best friends. Above all, it’s important to remember them for who they were and … Read more

3 Amazing Ways To Honor A French Bulldog Who Passed Away

Saying goodbye to someone you love is one of the hardest things that you will ever deal with in life. And that’s not just for humans, but also for our furry family members. Losing a french bulldog many times leaves an irreplaceable hole in our heart, regardless of all the memories that you have of times cherished together. But thankfully there are ways to commemorate, and even honor our best friends. Above all, it’s important to remember them for who they were and … Read more

3 Amazing Ways To Honor An English Springer Spaniel Who Passed Away

Saying goodbye to someone you love is one of the hardest things that you will ever deal with in life. And that’s not just for humans, but also for our furry family members. Losing a english springer spaniel many times leaves an irreplaceable hole in our heart, regardless of all the memories that you have of times cherished together. But thankfully there are ways to commemorate, and even honor our best friends. Above all, it’s important to remember them for who they were … Read more

Istanbul Mall Opens Its Doors To Shelter Homeless Dogs During Snow Storm

Istanbul got quite the snowfall this past weekend and temperatures were uncomfortable for many. Aside from its people, though, the city has a homeless dog population of an estimated 150,000. That’s a lot of dogs to sleep alone in the harsh, wet weather. We hate to imagine how cold they were. Fortunately, however, we don’t need to worry about that. Many dogs were able to find the warmth and comfort they needed. One of Istanbul’s local malls decided to open its … Read more

3 Amazing Ways To Honor A Dogue De Bordeaux Who Passed Away

Saying goodbye to someone you love is one of the hardest things that you will ever deal with in life. And that’s not just for humans, but also for our furry family members. Losing a dogue de bordeaux many times leaves an irreplaceable hole in our heart, regardless of all the memories that you have of times cherished together. But thankfully there are ways to commemorate, and even honor our best friends. Above all, it’s important to remember them for who they were … Read more

Loyal Dog Protects Owner From The Elements After He’s Left Paralyzed In Freak Accident

It was a regular New Year’s Eve for Bob, whose last name remains unknown, when he was watching TV. He was home with his beloved dog, Kelsey. The two of them were watching the regular NYE programming when Bob went outside to grab a log for his fireplace. A simple routine chore, he was wearing only his long johns and a t-shirt. What happened next, however, was far from simple or routine. Bob slipped on the ice and broke his … Read more

3 Amazing Ways To Honor A Doberman Who Passed Away

Saying goodbye to someone you love is one of the hardest things that you will ever deal with in life. And that’s not just for humans, but also for our furry family members. Losing a doberman many times leaves an irreplaceable hole in our heart, regardless of all the memories that you have of times cherished together. But thankfully there are ways to commemorate, and even honor our best friends. Above all, it’s important to remember them for who they were and the … Read more

3 Amazing Ways To Honor A Corgi Who Passed Away

Saying goodbye to someone you love is one of the hardest things that you will ever deal with in life. And that’s not just for humans, but also for our furry family members. Losing a corgi many times leaves an irreplaceable hole in our heart, regardless of all the memories that you have of times cherished together. But thankfully there are ways to commemorate, and even honor our best friends. Above all, it’s important to remember them for who they were and the … Read more

3 Amazing Ways To Honor A Collie Who Passed Away

Saying goodbye to someone you love is one of the hardest things that you will ever deal with in life. And that’s not just for humans, but also for our furry family members. Losing a collie many times leaves an irreplaceable hole in our heart, regardless of all the memories that you have of times cherished together. But thankfully there are ways to commemorate, and even honor our best friends. Above all, it’s important to remember them for who they were and the … Read more

3 Amazing Ways To Honor A Cocker Spaniel Who Passed Away

Saying goodbye to someone you love is one of the hardest things that you will ever deal with in life. And that’s not just for humans, but also for our furry family members. Losing a cocker spaniel many times leaves an irreplaceable hole in our heart, regardless of all the memories that you have of times cherished together. But thankfully there are ways to commemorate, and even honor our best friends. Above all, it’s important to remember them for who they were and … Read more

3 Amazing Ways To Honor A Chow Chow Who Passed Away

Saying goodbye to someone you love is one of the hardest things that you will ever deal with in life. And that’s not just for humans, but also for our furry family members. Losing a dachshund many times leaves an irreplaceable hole in our heart, regardless of all the memories that you have of times cherished together. But thankfully there are ways to commemorate, and even honor our best friends. Above all, it’s important to remember them for who they were and the endless … Read more

3 Amazing Ways To Honor A Chinese Crested Who Passed Away

Saying goodbye to someone you love is one of the hardest things that you will ever deal with in life. And that’s not just for humans, but also for our furry family members. Losing a chinese crested many times leaves an irreplaceable hole in our heart, regardless of all the memories that you have of times cherished together. But thankfully there are ways to commemorate, and even honor our best friends. Above all, it’s important to remember them for who they were and … Read more

3 Amazing Ways To Honor A Chihuahua Who Passed Away

Saying goodbye to someone you love is one of the hardest things that you will ever deal with in life. And that’s not just for humans, but also for our furry family members. Losing a chihuahua many times leaves an irreplaceable hole in our heart, regardless of all the memories that you have of times cherished together. But thankfully there are ways to commemorate, and even honor our best friends. Above all, it’s important to remember them for who they were and the … Read more

3 Amazing Ways To Honor A Cavalier Who Passed Away

Saying goodbye to someone you love is one of the hardest things that you will ever deal with in life. And that’s not just for humans, but also for our furry family members. Losing a cavalier many times leaves an irreplaceable hole in our heart, regardless of all the memories that you have of times cherished together. But thankfully there are ways to commemorate, and even honor our best friends. Above all, it’s important to remember them for who they were and the … Read more

3 Amazing Ways To Honor A Cane Corso Who Passed Away

Saying goodbye to someone you love is one of the hardest things that you will ever deal with in life. And that’s not just for humans, but also for our furry family members. Losing a cane corso many times leaves an irreplaceable hole in our heart, regardless of all the memories that you have of times cherished together. But thankfully there are ways to commemorate, and even honor our best friends. Above all, it’s important to remember them for who they were and … Read more

3 Amazing Ways To Honor A Bull Terrier Who Passed Away

Saying goodbye to someone you love is one of the hardest things that you will ever deal with in life. And that’s not just for humans, but also for our furry family members. Losing a bull terrier many times leaves an irreplaceable hole in our heart, regardless of all the memories that you have of times cherished together. But thankfully there are ways to commemorate, and even honor our best friends. Above all, it’s important to remember them for who they were and … Read more

3 Amazing Ways To Honor A Bull Mastiff Who Passed Away

Saying goodbye to someone you love is one of the hardest things that you will ever deal with in life. And that’s not just for humans, but also for our furry family members. Losing a bull mastiff many times leaves an irreplaceable hole in our heart, regardless of all the memories that you have of times cherished together. But thankfully there are ways to commemorate, and even honor our best friends. Above all, it’s important to remember them for who they were and … Read more

3 Amazing Ways To Honor A Bulldog Who Passed Away

Saying goodbye to someone you love is one of the hardest things that you will ever deal with in life. And that’s not just for humans, but also for our furry family members. Losing a bulldog many times leaves an irreplaceable hole in our heart, regardless of all the memories that you have of times cherished together. But thankfully there are ways to commemorate, and even honor our best friends. Above all, it’s important to remember them for who they were and the … Read more

3 Amazing Ways To Honor A Boxer Who Passed Away

Saying goodbye to someone you love is one of the hardest things that you will ever deal with in life. And that’s not just for humans, but also for our furry family members. Losing a boxer many times leaves an irreplaceable hole in our heart, regardless of all the memories that you have of times cherished together. But thankfully there are ways to commemorate, and even honor our best friends. Above all, it’s important to remember them for who they were and the … Read more

3 Amazing Ways To Honor A Boston Terrier Who Passed Away

Saying goodbye to someone you love is one of the hardest things that you will ever deal with in life. And that’s not just for humans, but also for our furry family members. Losing a boston terrier many times leaves an irreplaceable hole in our heart, regardless of all the memories that you have of times cherished together. But thankfully there are ways to commemorate, and even honor our best friends. Above all, it’s important to remember them for who they were and … Read more

3 Amazing Ways To Honor A Border Collie Who Passed Away

Saying goodbye to someone you love is one of the hardest things that you will ever deal with in life. And that’s not just for humans, but also for our furry family members. Losing a border collie many times leaves an irreplaceable hole in our heart, regardless of all the memories that you have of times cherished together. But thankfully there are ways to commemorate, and even honor our best friends. Above all, it’s important to remember them for who they were and … Read more

3 Amazing Ways To Honor A Bichon Frise Who Passed Away

Saying goodbye to someone you love is one of the hardest things that you will ever deal with in life. And that’s not just for humans, but also for our furry family members. Losing a bichon frise many times leaves an irreplaceable hole in our heart, regardless of all the memories that you have of times cherished together. But thankfully there are ways to commemorate, and even honor our best friends. Above all, it’s important to remember them for who they were and … Read more

3 Amazing Ways To Honor A Bernese Mountain Who Passed Away

Saying goodbye to someone you love is one of the hardest things that you will ever deal with in life. And that’s not just for humans, but also for our furry family members. Losing a bernese mountain many times leaves an irreplaceable hole in our heart, regardless of all the memories that you have of times cherished together. But thankfully there are ways to commemorate, and even honor our best friends. Above all, it’s important to remember them for who they were and … Read more

3 Amazing Ways To Honor A Beagle Who Passed Away

Saying goodbye to someone you love is one of the hardest things that you will ever deal with in life. And that’s not just for humans, but also for our furry family members. Losing a beagle many times leaves an irreplaceable hole in our heart, regardless of all the memories that you have of times cherished together. But thankfully there are ways to commemorate, and even honor our best friends. Above all, it’s important to remember them for who they were and the … Read more

3 Amazing Ways To Honor A Basset Hound Who Passed Away

Saying goodbye to someone you love is one of the hardest things that you will ever deal with in life. And that’s not just for humans, but also for our furry family members. Losing a basset hound many times leaves an irreplaceable hole in our heart, regardless of all the memories that you have of times cherished together. But thankfully there are ways to commemorate, and even honor our best friends. Above all, it’s important to remember them for who they were and … Read more

3 Amazing Ways To Honor An Australian Shepherd Who Passed Away

Saying goodbye to someone you love is one of the hardest things that you will ever deal with in life. And that’s not just for humans, but also for our furry family members. Losing a australian shepherd many times leaves an irreplaceable hole in our heart, regardless of all the memories that you have of times cherished together. But thankfully there are ways to commemorate, and even honor our best friends. Above all, it’s important to remember them for who they were and … Read more

3 Amazing Ways To Honor An American Staffordshire Terrier Who Passed Away

Saying goodbye to someone you love is one of the hardest things that you will ever deal with in life. And that’s not just for humans, but also for our furry family members. Losing a american staffordshire terrier many times leaves an irreplaceable hole in our heart, regardless of all the memories that you have of times cherished together. But thankfully there are ways to commemorate, and even honor our best friends. Above all, it’s important to remember them for who they were … Read more

Rescue Dog Becomes An Emotional Support Pet To A Shelter Full Of Cats

Megan Sorbara, president of the rescue group Naples Cat Alliance, was driving through a busy Florida intersection with her boyfriend Dominick when they spotted a tiny, frightened dog on the corner. The couple had no idea that the little mutt they named Bitsy would become far more than their beloved pet. Bitsy would become NCA’s mascot as well as a friend, protector, foster mom and confidant to the shelter cats. After chasing Bitsy across six lanes of traffic, Sorbara finally … Read more

3 Amazing Ways To Honor An Akita Who Passed Away

Saying goodbye to someone you love is one of the hardest things that you will ever deal with in life. And that’s not just for humans, but also for our furry family members. Losing a akita many times leaves an irreplaceable hole in our heart, regardless of all the memories that you have of times cherished together. But thankfully there are ways to commemorate, and even honor our best friends. Above all, it’s important to remember them for who they were and the … Read more

8 Best Dog Breeds For Families With Children

When it comes to choosing the right dog breed for you and your family, there are a lot of things to consider. While all dogs are individuals, there are some benefits to getting a dog whose breed you know is generally good with children. Most dogs are friendly, so your choices aren’t limited to this list, but these breeds are known for being particularly kid-friendly. Hopefully we can help you narrow down your list of dogs suitable for families with … Read more

Family Of Coma Patient Desperately Searches For Her Dog, Lost During Car Crash

On the evening of January 3, Lindsey Jennings was involved in a brutal head-on collision. As rescue workers pulled her from the wreckage, her beloved 6-year-old Pitbull, Cato fled the scene in terror. Over the past week Lindsey has endured 4 surgeries and is yet to regain consciousness. Her family is desperate to locate Cato, who they describe as Lindsey’s “best friend” and “her child” before she wakes up. Lindsey Jennings was in a nasty wreck last week in Indian … Read more

Ask A Vet: What Does It Mean When My Dog’s Nose Is Warm?

Our dogs’ noses are visible to us (and often in our faces). We can easily note any changes in something that is so apparent to us and vets often get asked about warm and dry noses. In the past, people have said that a dry and warm nose means that a dog is ill. Dogs are not like humans in the way their bodies manage heat and moisture. Your dog cannot sweat in the way that you think of perspiration. … Read more

Ask A Vet: Why Does My Dog Mount His Toys?

Mounting behavior in our dogs is embarrassing to us because we automatically feel uncomfortable with the sexual connotations. But to animals, this is just another behavior in a long list of behaviors, like barking, staring, or laying back ears. These motions are an expression, like our words. There are words that we choose not to use because they carry embarrassing or emotional stigmas, but your dog does not have the same cultural norms or expectations in the way he expresses … Read more

Beyond Shaved Feet: Popular Poodle Cuts

Love your Poodle but looking for a new hair style? Wondering what sort of cuts are common (or even not so common)? Here is a small sample of the wide range of possibilities. Feel free to take bits and pieces of different cuts and get creative in order to best display your dog’s personality. Make sure to keep in mind your dog’s lifestyle and your willingness to brush them as frequently as daily. Clean Face and Rounded Feet   This … Read more

Watch The Excitement Of 200 Dogs When Rescuers Come To Shut Down A Dog Meat Farm

If you’re a dog lover, you’ve probably been sickened by stories of dogs that have been subjected to the dog meat trade. But this story is one that will make you feel hopeful, because there are so many people working tirelessly to shut this industry down! (Note: all of the dogs in the pictures below are being rescued!) One such organization is Humane Society International (HSI), which has shut down multiple dog meat farms in South Korea. According to its … Read more

Senior Dog Rescued From Riverbank Has The Sweetest Reaction Once She’s Rescued

In Oregon, a senior dog didn’t hide her relief when rescuers saved her from a bank along the rushing Tualatin River. Jewel is a 10-year-old Lab mix who found herself stranded when she ran away from home after getting spooked by the sounds of fireworks on New Year’s Eve. Luckily, this poor pup wasn’t afraid of the Tualatin Valley Fire and Rescue team when they came out to save her! In the video below, you’ll see Jewel watch as they row their … Read more

5 Disaster Preparedness Tips For Dog Owners

When it comes to emergency preparedness, there is a lot to take into consideration. There is even more planning involved, however, when there are pets to care for. Making sure our dogs are able to stay safe during a disaster is important, and there are a few extra steps to take when it comes to ensuring everyone’s safety. If you’re looking for a place to start planning, make sure you check these things off your list. #1 – Have Proper … Read more

Video Submission

The iHeartDogs Video Contest Win over $250 dollars in prizes for you and your pup and your dog becomes internet famous! How it works: We share the cutest, funniest, coolest (and anything great in between) videos of dogs on our main Facebook page with 4 Million fans and across all our sites and social media reaching close to 20 Million people! The most liked and shared video on social media per month gets a prize pack worth over $500 dollars. … Read more

Dog Rescued From Hurricane Katrina Has Been Waiting 10 Years To Find A Home

It’s hard to forget the havoc that Hurricane Katrina wreaked on Louisiana over a decade ago. Amidst the devastation, thousands of animals became homeless, losing their families to never be reunited again. One of these unfortunate pups was Dodger, a Lab / Catahoula Leopard Dog mix. Because of the overflow of stray animals, many were transported to shelters around the country. So in May 2007, Dodger made his way to the Southold Animal Shelter in New York.   The pup, who’d … Read more

The 10 Most Trainable Dog Breeds

We humans tend to correlate trainability in dogs with intelligence. And while that is one factor, there are other things that affect whether your dog is going to listen to you or not, such as what the breed was developed for, the training methods you are using, and what you are asking your dog to (for example, does it go against your dog’s natural instincts?). The following 10 breeds are generally thought of as being “highly trainable” when looking at … Read more

10 Restaurants & Coffee Shops with “Secret” Menu Items for Dogs

Wanting to take your dog out to dinner? Here are ten restaurants with menu items just for four-legged patrons. #1 – Starbucks On their “secret menu,” Starbucks has a Puppuccino. It’s an espresso-shot-sized paper cup full of whip cream. Some dogs are bothered by dairy, and your dog should probably not have one of these sugary treats every day, but for special occasions it’s fun. #2 – In ‘N’ Out If you are lucky enough to live near an In ‘N’ Out, … Read more

6-Year-Old Girl Charms A Runaway Dog Who Evaded Rescuers For Months

Little Meghan Topping is no ordinary 6-year-old. In the past year alone, Meghan has helped her mother foster, train and rehab more than 75 stray and feral dogs in need of a second chance. One of those dogs was Daisy. Adopted from a California shelter, the Shepherd-mix had escaped her new owners’ yard after just 2 days. She had been on the run for months when Meghan was called in to help.     Shelter staff, good Samaritans and followers … Read more

Orphaned Baby Aardvark Scores A Vet & Several Dogs As Surrogate Moms

Gertie is one lucky little aardvark. When she was separated from her mother, a good Samaritan found her and surrendered her into the care of ZURI Orphanage in Tsumeb, Namibia. Veterinarian, Dr. Erika de Jager – the orphanage’s founder – was delighted at the prospect of bottle-raising the little baby. Aardvarks are quite elusive in the wild and the vet was eager to have one to look after. Gertie, Spokie and Dexter and Matani… Posted by ZURI Orphanage on Friday, November … Read more

Dog Found Shot With Trap Stuck To His Leg Finally Gets His Happy Ending

A young Golden Retriever, appropriately named “Chance,” has recovered from trauma and gone home to his new forever family. The young Goldie, around 2-3 years old, was found wandering the streets about two months ago. He was dragging a trap that was clamped around his front leg, and had an infected bullet wound in his hind leg. Luckily, the local dog warden took him to the Lorain County Animal Emergency Center for immediate treatment. It is unclear how Chance got shot, or whether … Read more

3 Things All German Shepherd Owners Should Know

If you are thinking about getting a German Shepherd Dog or just got your first, get ready for a loyalty that you never dreamed was possible. German Shepherds are also intelligent, high energy, and sensitive, making them a great partner for almost anything you want to do with your dog. To keep your best friend in top form, there are some things you need to know, aside from general dog care. The following are 3 things all German Shepherd owners should … Read more

3 Things Your French Bulldog Loves More Than Anything

There is something magical about the French Bulldog. Just look at one and you can’t help but smile. They bring us immeasurable joy and laughter. If you are lucky enough to own one, your life is rich indeed! Frenchies give us so much, it makes sense you want to give yours some love back by providing him with his favorite things. But what do Frenchies love? The following are 3 things most French Bulldogs love more than anything. #1 – Scratches … Read more

3 Things Your Maltese Loves More Than Anything

The Maltese is a high-energy, quirky breed of dog with strong opinions about everything. Owning one means you have probably changed more than a few things in your life to accommodate these “little princes.” But they give unconditional love in return, so we firmly believe it’s a fair trade. But what is it that your Maltese really cherishes? The following are 3 things most Maltese loves more than anything. #1 – Play Although they are a small breed typically thought … Read more

Top 3 Cues To Teach Your French Bulldog

What you teach your French Bulldog is really up to you and what you are planning on doing together. If you just got her for a friend and companion, you’re training goals might be minimal. On the other hand, if you plan on competing in performance events such as obedience, your goals will be much higher. But regardless of what you plan on doing with your Frenchie, there are a few simple behaviors that may even save your dog’s life, … Read more

3 Things All Golden Retriever Owners Should Know

One of the reasons Golden Retrievers are such a nice dog to own is that they are fairly easy to maintain. They don’t require extreme grooming or to go on 10-mile runs every day. They are also fairly easy to socialize and train. However, this doesn’t mean they don’t have any special needs at all. The following are 3 things all Golden Retriever owners should know. #1 – Those Ears Need Cleaning One of the biggest issues Golden owners come … Read more

Thanks To The Community, Puppy Stolen From The Shelter Is Found, Safe & Sound

It’s every shelter worker or volunteer’s worst nightmare: you’re going about your day, caring for dozens of animals and giving them the best life possible, when suddenly you realize that a puppy is missing. After checking video surveillance, your worst nightmare is confirmed: the helpless pup was stolen. This happened at the Greenville Humane Society last week, causing a stir in the entire community. It made people question who would do such a thing; someone who wasn’t qualified for adoption? Someone who … Read more

Dog Owners Step Up To Save Local Dog Park From Closing

The H.O.T. Dog Park in Waco, TX is the town’s only off-leash dog park. It’s a place dog owners love to go and let their dogs play and interact with other pooches. They can get much needed exercise and leave happy and tired, just as any dog should be. Unfortunately, however, recent events have caused the impending closure of the beloved park. The park, managed by the Texas Animal Medical Center, has been suffering from terrible vandalism. It’s a free … Read more