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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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
Most of us are now beginning to understand the benefits of Omega-3 Fatty Acids in both our diets, and the diets of our pets. However, did you know that Omega-3 fatty acids are highly susceptible to heat, and when dog food is cooked or processed the extreme heat renders most Omega’s biologically unavailable? That means your dog is not receiving any of the benefits – and could be suffering because of it. Many dry dog food brands claim to contain Omega-3 … Read more
When Brandi Guillet adopted Connor as a baby, she knew he’d have special needs. That’s why she wanted to get her bright and bubbly 6-year-old a new best friend who he could relate to beautifully! When mom Brandi set out to find her son a special friend, she had no idea that she was about to find the perfect companion for Connor. She began searching for dogs in need of homes at the Coastal Boxer Rescue of Florida, where she volunteers. That’s when she met a white … Read more
When Lola, a blind Pit Bull / Beagle mix, and her two companions were surrendered to a shelter, their separation could have been an absolute tragedy. The trio is particularly close, with Chihuahuas Tiny and Teddy protecting and guiding Lola every day. But luckily, this story has a wonderful ending! When Lola, Tiny, and Teddy were brought to Maricopa County Animal Care & Control in Arizona, the shelter staff quickly noticed their bond and were adamant about getting them adopted together. … Read more
At the Dogs Trust rescue in London, UK, a pup with heterochromia is looking for his forever home. When Duncan Jones, David Bowie’s son, heard that a dog with his late father’s name kept getting passed over by potential adopters, he took to Twitter to help. Anyone? https://t.co/A5pAHZxg78 — Duncan Jones (@ManMadeMoon) January 5, 2017 Any dog lover would be shocked to find out that the 3-year-old Lurcher mix, named Bowie, is getting overlooked because of his different colored eyes. … Read more
Many of us love chocolate, and our dogs may seem interested in the tasty treat they see us eating. Our dogs can smell it (even better than we can) and they see us indulge. But they do not know that chocolate can make them very ill, or could even be fatal. There are two ingredients toxic to dogs in chocolate, theobromine and caffeine. Caffeine can cause tremors, increased heart rate, and other cardiovascular side effects. Theobromine is actually the more … Read more
The benefits of massage have long been studied in humans and the results in animals are proving to be the same. Massaging your dog might sound a bit strange to some, but it can greatly improve the quality of life for both of you. Not only can it be used as a natural treatment for certain ailments, it can provide a relaxing way of life if you implement it into your daily routine. There are several benefits of massage that … Read more
It took Marina Piro two months to complete the project she had anticipated. She purchased a 2001 Renault Kangoo, ripped out the interior to add a bed, curtains, a kitchenette, some lighting and even some houseplants. But restoring the van wasn’t the only adventure she had in mind. In fact, it’s just a small piece of her master plan. The Italian woman who now lives in the UK has set her sights on traveling the globe in her van. Why … Read more
Army Private First Class Katelyn Gallagher describes her 5-year-old Bloodhound, Buck as her “son” and her “best friend”. She raised the good-natured, one-hundred-pound dog from the time he was 9 months old until it came time for her to leave for military training in May. She entrusted Buck’s care to a family friend named Angelo Sullo, but when she returned home for the holidays Gallagher learned that Sullo had either sold or given her beloved dog away. In an … Read more
If you keep up with the who’s who among social media’s most famous celebri-dogs, then you’ve surely heard of Smiley. But this sweet Golden Retriever is far more than just a pretty face! Despite having been born without eyes, Smiley obtained SJA Certification and has been a therapy dog for 7 years. Now Smiley has a new challenge – helping to train his blind adopted brother, Pal. A photo posted by The Golden Life of Pal (@thegoldenlifeofpal) on Dec 31, 2016 … Read more
While it may be obvious if your dog runs in the opposite direction that she is afraid, dogs have many less obvious signs of fear. You can help ensure your dog doesn’t get to the point where they want to bolt by watching for these subtle signs and reacting to them to make your dog more comfortable. Knowing these signs can also make training easier, as you realize your dog is not being stubborn or ignoring you, but is actually … Read more
Winter is upon us and when the weather gets cold, we tend to hunker down with our families and loved ones – both two- and four-legged. Our dogs are just as much a part of our families, and we want them there with us; that’s why we them as have companions! While we can get them material things like toys and treats, there are other ways we can treat our pups this season that’ll leave them fulfilled. 1. Take A Day Trip Day trips … Read more
Have you ever seen a speedy little Chihuahua suddenly stop running and “skip” on one of his rear legs? Chances are, that dog has kneecap dislocation, or luxating patellas. The condition is extremely common in miniature and toy breeds and can range from a minor nuisance all the way to a debilitating problem requiring surgical correction. Chihuahuas, Pomeranians and Yorkshire Terriers are among the dog breeds predisposed to luxating patellas. They are born with very shallow grooves in the area … Read more
The Golden Retriever is adored by many for his wonderfully friendly personality. But sometimes that eagerness for human attention comes in the form of jumping, and that’s not pleasant. Or maybe your Golden is ball-crazy and jumps on you to get his favorite toy. And of course food can be a reason your Golden bounces all over you, too. Whatever the cause, jumping up is not something any Golden Retriever owner wants. Luckily, it is fairly easy to fix once … Read more
Have you been wondering lately if your Rottweiler gets everything he needs and wants every day? Sometimes it can be hard to know what our dogs really love and what they just tolerates because they love you. Rottweilers are sensitive and loyal. Most of the things they like have to do with their family, which is what make them so special. The following are three things most Rottweilers love more than anything. #1 – You Rottweilers do not like being … Read more
Uveodermatologic syndrome (UDS) is an autoimmune disorder that most often strikes Nordic dog breeds like Akitas, Samoyeds and Siberian Huskies. The disease causes the dog’s immune system to attack its own healthy body cells, especially those of the eyes and skin. Managing UDS is a lifelong struggle, but by staying, vigilant you can stave off blindness. Symptoms of UDS include red, irritated eyes and loss of skin pigmentation on the nose, lips, eyelids and paw pads. The hair coat may … Read more
Chihuahuas are excitable little dogs who are adoring and protective of their owners. Sometimes, when their enthusiasm gets the best of them, they have a tendency to cough or wheeze. This could be a sign that they have a condition called collapsing trachea. The severity of the problem can range anywhere from Grade I – a minor nuisance, to Grade IV – a life-threatening emergency. Toy breeds are prone to a genetic weakening of the cartilage that makes up the … Read more
Siberian Huskies are prone to a host of genetic eye problems. Many people believe that blue-eyed Huskies are more likely to develop these issues than their brown-eyed cousins, but this is not the case. Hereditary or juvenile cataracts, corneal dystrophy, and progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) have nothing to do with eye pigmentation. They are a result of recessive genes that affect different parts of the eye. Juvenile cataracts usually appear when a Husky puppy is between 6 months and a … Read more
For some people who are homeless, a dog is the only family that they have. What’s worse, many shelters don’t allow dogs, forcing homeless pet owners to make a decision: spend the night in a warm shelter with a bed and a meal, or stay cold and hungry on the streets so as not to abandon their dogs. Of course, most choose the latter. Realizing that there was a huge lack of resources for homeless pet parents, vet student Ruby Shorrock, along with … Read more
Deputy Brian Bowling of the Maricopa County Sheriff’s department has witnessed dogs injured by gunfire before, but never on U.S. soil. The former military flight medic who served in Afghanistan just happened to be at the right place at the right time when Hayley Miller’s foster dog Ginger was shot in the head by a callous neighbor. https://www.facebook.com/photo.php?fbid=10210391276113627&set=a.1199155094419&type=3&theater Bowling saw Ginger stumble into the road towards him, bleeding profusely. If not for his medical training, quick thinking and kind heart, … Read more
Did you know that dogs have seven coat types and that each type requires different grooming? Apart from monthly nail trims, here’s how much grooming each coat type requires. Smooth – These dogs have short hair that lies close to their skin, like the Pug. A rubber curry brush will help with shedding. There are other popular de-shedding tools, but overuse can lead to bald spots and skin irritation. Leave that to a groomer, no more than once a month. … Read more
If your dachshund has allergies, you know how painful it can be. Not just for your pup, but for you as well. It’s difficult to see your companion suffer through testing, pain and potentially life-threatening allergic reactions. Determining what your dog is allergic to can be a long and difficult process, and some allergies may be mild and go undiagnosed. However, if your dog has severe or even moderate allergies, you know the challenges faced trying to keep your dog healthy … Read more
I had an eye opening conversation recently with a friend that really enlightened my perspective on the aging process in dogs. It went like this: ME: Is my dog aging too fast?(I was totally skeptical when my friend dropped this one on me but I was intrigued). Aging too fast – as in faster than they should? “Yes.” He went on to explain it like this. FRIEND: Have you ever seen a human that looked way older than they were? What about mentally, … Read more
A Staffordshire Terrier in Perth, Australia is being hailed as a hero for his role in rescuing a 96-year-old neighbor who had fallen and broken his hip. Zeus could sense the injured man just beyond the shared fence and whined at the spot for 40 minutes until his owner took notice and investigated. The elderly man had been lying helpless in his yard for more than 2 days. Mick Condo, Zeus’ dad, didn’t think too much of his 3-year-old dog’s … Read more
When Adel Conley’s garage was engulfed in flames, he panicked, knowing his two dogs were trapped inside. One was rescued shortly after firefighters arrived on the scene. The other, he was told, had perished. As Conley watched helplessly while the fire destroyed part of his home, all he could think about was the safety of his beloved pups. “I wanted to get my dogs out, but they wouldn’t let me go in there,” he told Wave 3 News. “I love my dogs.” … Read more
In Northern Ireland, Kenny Gracey of Forthill Farm is crediting the success of his business — which nearly went under — to the hit show, Game Of Thrones! The show, based in a fictional fantasy world, was in need of majestic animals for casting. “It has been a great asset and a great saviour for our farm,” Gracey told Sky News. “Any of the background animals, the chickens, the goats, the geese, the dogs for instance or the deer … I’m supplying … Read more
Paramedics are never sure what to expect when they arrive at the scene of an emergency. Courtney Ivan, an employee of Elite EMS in Pennsylvania, knows this all too well. When she responded to a routine call of a deceased man found in his home, she certainly did not think that she would be leaving with a new dog to care for! https://www.facebook.com/eliteemsambulance/photos/a.644756478899057/1415919238449440/?type=3 Ivan and her partner arrived at the man’s home shortly after firefighters. They were warned to steer … Read more
I love my dogs. They’re family. People who don’t have dogs would ask, “Don’t you mean ‘like’ family?” But you know what I mean. Family. And like family members, we want our pups to be healthy and happy, so when one of my dogs began scratching uncontrollably and biting on its legs, I got worried. So just like a child, off we went to the doctor’s office. Unlike my kids, my dog didn’t once ask if they would be getting … Read more
We love how dogs come in so many different shapes and sizes. There are short and long-haired pups, some with curls, and some that shed so much, you could spin it into yarn and knit a sweater! But despite all the different types of canine coats, one thing is for sure: soft, shiny fur is the picture of health, plus it’s extra tempting to touch! Luckily, it’s easy to keep your pup’s fur in tip-top shape. Here are 6 natural ways to … Read more
After their service, military and law enforcement heroes deserve to relax in retirement – after all, they’ve spent their careers putting their lives on the line in order to protect their communities and country. Their K-9 counterparts also bravely face danger for the greater good, but aren’t guaranteed the same benefits as they reach their golden years. That’s where Project K-9 Hero comes in. This organization is dedicated to making sure that four-legged officers get the care they deserve, … Read more
Have you ever wondered why your dog hates going to the groomer? It might not have anything to do with the specific groomer you take them to; there may be something else making them nervous. Here are 5 reasons your dog might hate going to the groomer. 1. They are afraid of the dryer. The dryers groomers use are more powerful and much louder than the hair dryer you use at home. Dogs have more sensitive hearing than humans and … Read more
When K-9 Keylo passed away with her human partner by her side, the community mourned for the lost hero. The black German Shepherd worked on the police force in Bath, Maine with her handler, Corporal Michelle Small. She served for over a decade, and assisted in an incredible 333 apprehensions in addition to sniffing out evidence including drug paraphernalia. To the small town community, she was a treasure. “What struck me the most is not just how much everyone in Bath loves … Read more
Michigan jogger, Julie Newman was out for her morning run in Plymouth’s Hines Park on Wednesday when she heard the sound of “little puppy yelps” and stumbled upon a moving box soaked in urine. When she looked inside she was shocked to find nineteen 4-week-old Pit Bull puppies – likely from more than one litter – abandoned beneath a secluded tree in the frigid cold. Newman, the proud pawrent of 2 rescue dogs of her own, knew she had … Read more
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