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This Teen And Her Service Dog Wore Matching Formal Dresses For The School Dance!

Everyone knows that dogs are a girl’s best friend, but no duo proves this true like teen Erin Condrin and her service dog Lacey! Living in Queensland, Australia, 3-year-old Lacy is Erin’s constant companion. She writes on her Facebook page, Life with Lacey: “I have a rare connective tissue disorder called Classical Ehlers Danlos Syndrome, along with several secondary conditions. For me, these conditions pose a myriad of limitations – that’s where Lacey comes into play! Over the last 12 … Read more

Ask A Vet: What Is The Real Reason We Love Dogs?

“You’ve got the cutest little baby face” crooned many singers over the years, but do we really choose who we love based on their facial characteristics? A recent group of researchers thinks we do, at least for our dogs.¹ Dogs are descended from wolves, although our modern dog differs significantly from his lupine ancestor. ² Some people believe that wolves who were more tolerant to human presence took advantage of scavenging opportunities to become the dogs we know today. But then … Read more

THIS COULD SAVE YOUR DOG’S LIFE: Dog First Aid 101

Everyone knows that if there is something wrong your dog, you need to take him to the vet. But there are times when you are unable to get there, or when it might be too late by the time you arrive. For these times, it’s good to know some basic Dog First Aid, which could prevent further injury or even death until you can make it to your veterinary’s office. Dr. Carol Osborne, DVM, is a world-renowned integrative veterinarian and author. … Read more

This Adorable Dog Thinks He’s A Meerkat!

One of the reasons why we love our dogs so much is because they make us laugh. Their silly antics and their goofy faces always bring smiles and laughter in our lives. Now this one silly dog has caught our attention! He made us laugh and smile with the way he sits! Everyone, meet Dante–the dog who thinks he’s a meerkat! He’s so cute he has more than 28,000 followers on Instagram! A photo posted by @dante_the_staffy on Feb 29, … Read more

Anthropologist Confirms Bond Between Man & Dog Since The Ancient Times

Dogs are man’s best friend. But have you ever wondered how long man and dog have had that friendship? Robert Losey, an anthropologist from the University of Alberta in Canada, is studying the ancient bond between people and their canine companions. At an archaeological site, they found remains of a dog dating back 5,000 to 8,000 years. What was amazing about this find is that they found evidence that dogs were treated just like we treat them today–as friends, or … Read more

When This Boy Needed His Dog The Most, He Proved His Undying Loyalty

Luke is a 7-year-old with type 1 diabetes. When his blood sugar began to plummet while everyone was asleep (including him), none of the alarms were sounding, all tools intended to notify a family when the boy is in danger. But when the technology didn’t detect the blood sugar low, Black Lab Jedi, who is a trained diabetes alert dog (DAD), jumped on and off the bed where Luke and mom Dorrie Nuttall were sleeping, eventually laying on the woman until she was up. … Read more

DIY Peanut Butter Puppy Biscuits That Will Make Your Dog Love You Even More

This is a dog-friendly recipe but as always, check with your vet to make sure your dog has no allergies to the items in these biscuits. When using peanut butter, it is EXTREMELY important to make sure any peanut butter you use does not contain “xylitol,” as it is poisonous to dogs. It is an artificial ingredient and will be on the ingredient label. Peanut Butter Puppy Biscuits Ingredients: 1/2 Cup of water 1/2 Cup of Vegetable Oil 2 Eggs 3 … Read more

Couple Takes Their Dog Everywhere And Creates Amazing Photo Art

Hunter Lawrence and his wife Sarah have been traveling the globe for years. In 2010, Hunter went on a trip to Honduras where he discovered his love for photography. “I used a friend’s DSLR [digital single-lens reflex camera], and fell in love with the ability to convey a story and change someone’s life with something as simple as a picture,” Hunter told iHeartDogs. “After that trip, I was hooked.” Aspen, the couple’s four-year-old Golden Retriever, has traveled with them wherever … Read more

Beware Of These Top 10 Pet Toxins In Your Home

Every year, the ASPCA‘s (The American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals) Animal Poison Control Center (APCC) reveals the items that caused the most pet poisonings in the previous year. Headquartered in Urbana, Illinois, the APCC handled 181,818 cases involving pets exposed to toxic substances in 2015. Nearly 16 percent of those calls (28,523 cases) were from owners whose pets accessed over-the-counter products intended for human use, putting this category at the top of the list. “We’ve seen numerous new vitamins, herbal supplements and joint … Read more

Ask A Dog Trainer: How To Help Dogs That Fixate

While many of us appreciate a dog with focus, especially when it comes to training, some dogs have a problem with too much focus. They will fixate on something until it becomes a reaction. For example, some dogs will stare at another dog walking by, which quickly becomes lunging and barking at the dog. For these dogs, we need to help them relax and learn to break their focus. Why? This will help your dog listen to you better in situations … Read more

Every Time This Puppy Yawns, He Lets Out The Cutest Howl!

Looking for your daily dose of cuteness? Well here it is! We’ve got just the cute video to make you smile today! Everyone, meet Mac the Shiba Inu pup! We love it when Mac yawns. Why? Well it’s because he lets out the cutest little howl every time he yawns! His humans say Mac does this especially when they get home from work or when it’s dinner time. Check out the video below and see Mac yawn and howl! Awwww…isn’t … Read more

Pit Bull Burn Survivor Adopted By The Firefighter Who Saved Him; Now, He’s A Fire Safety Dog!

Jake was only three weeks old when he was rescued from a burning shed. “I noticed there was some smoke coming from my neighbor’s yard,” firefighter Bill Lindler said in an interview with Bored Panda. “The residents were yelling their puppy was in the building. I ran back into my house, grabbed some firefighting gear, and ran across the street.” Luckily, the quick-thinking Lindler was able to save the pit bull puppy–but he still got badly burned. The scorches covered over three-quarters of Jake’s … Read more

Ask A Vet: Can Dogs Smell Fear?

Studies have shown that dogs are able to sniff emotions and dog lovers instinctively know it’s true. But did you know that dogs have asymmetrical noses when it comes to fear odors? The suggestion is that they can “feel” or perceive emotional scents differently depending on the source. If you are the source, your dog’s sensitivity is very different than other sources. Although studies in the past have reported asymmetries in the nostril use of dogs when sniffing various emotion based … Read more

Toronto Bans Pit Bulls And Their Dog Bites INCREASE

It’s been ten years since Ontario, Canada banned “pit bull-type breeds,” including Pit Bull Terriers, American Staffordshire Terriers, Staffordshire Bull Terriers and America Pit Bull Terriers. The law required any dog of this “type” to be kept muzzed or leashed in public and they had to be spayed or neutered within two months of the laws passing. In addition, no new pit bulls could be brought into the province. Attorney General Michael Bryant told the Ontario legislature in 2005: “If the Legislature votes … Read more

Dog Crashes A Semi-Truck When He Takes Over The Wheel

It was a strange sight when an unmanned semi-truck crashed into a tree and a parked car at a Kwik Trip gas station in Mankato, Minnesota. It was even stranger when a Labrador Retriever appeared in the driver’s side window. When the driver of this big rig left his truck idling and walked into a store, he had no idea that his co-pilot would cause so much trouble. The drive-happy doggy must have knocked the truck into gear, and unfortunately, he did not know how … Read more

Man Helps Shelter Dogs Find Homes By Giving Them Free Haircuts To Show Their Beauty

We’ve seen dogs rescued off the street whose fur are severely matted. And we just love how they transform after they get rescued, cleaned, and groomed. It’s like they transform to a totally different and beautiful dog! Once the dogs are cleaned and groomed, they become happier somehow. They look better and for sure, they feel better. A man named Mark Imhof knows that the transformation also helps the dogs. So to do his part in helping dogs, Mark gives … Read more

Couple Cancels Their Honeymoon To Rescue An Injured Stray Dog

If you were in the middle of your vacation with your loved one and you see a dog in desperate need of help, would you be bothered to stop all the fun you’re having to take time to help and save the dog? Well that’s exactly what newlyweds Nicole Marchment and Darren Budini did during their honeymoon! This amazing couple cancelled their honeymoon itinerary to rescue an injured dog they found while they were Thailand. The couple was honeymooning on … Read more

Meet Wesley–The Adorable Puppy Who Wears Braces!

For the past week, a puppy wearing braces has been popping on our Facebook newsfeed for a couple of times. This pup named Wesley has become so famous, because not a lot of people know that dogs can actually wear braces! Plus, Wesley is so cute we just can’t help but feature him! Thankfully, we found a video by BuzzFeed that tells us about Wesley’s story, including why and how he got his braces! Watch the video below to find … Read more

High School Shop Students Make Houses For Shelter Dogs And Feral Cats

Shop teacher Barry Stewart came up with a genius way to intermingle learning, creativity, and philanthropy all at once. While most students in shop class learn how to make things like wooden boxes and wall sconces, Stewart’s construction students learn how to make dog houses for local shelters and cat houses for feral felines. Posted by Friends of Jacksonville Animals, Inc. on Friday, February 12, 2016   The teacher got the idea 14 years ago when he was teaching in North Carolina. He … Read more

Watch What Happens When A Dog Meets A ROBOT Dog!

We’ve seen dogs go absolutely bonkers over a dog statue. Do you think they see the statue as a real dog? Well if they do, then I wonder what they’d think when they’d see a Robot Dog! The dog in the video below got the chance to see a Robot Dog face to face! This Robot Dog is the latest quadruped robot from Google’s Boston Dynamics group, and it’s the only one in civilian hands! Watch the video below and … Read more

Human Gives His Dog A Piggyback Ride When She Gets Tired From Their Walk

Dogs love to go for walks. They may have lots of stored energy, but they too can get tired from it. So when this guy’s Siberian Husky got tired from their walk, he was very willing to give her a piggyback ride! This Husky named Hana loves to go for walks, but she also loves piggyback rides. And lucky for her, her dad loves her so much to let her do both as their routine! Check out the video below! … Read more

AMAZING: This Woman Couldn’t Decide Which Dog To Adopt, So She Bought The Entire Shelter!

Danielle Eden, the cofounder of Dog Tales Rescue and Sanctuary, has visited many animal shelter all around the world. She has rescued many dogs from those shelters, especially the ones who needs help most. And she brings them to the Dog Tales Rescue and Sanctuary in Ontario. But her visit to a dog shelter in Israel was very different. Every dog in there was in dire need of help. It was by far the worst shelter she has ever seen. … Read more

Military Dog Adopted By Family Of Fallen Soldier; Final Promise Is Fulfilled

Sergeant Joshua Ashley, a 23-year-old marine, found comfort and companionship in his service dog Sirius while he was serving in Afghanistan. Tragically, the young soldier was killed by an improvised explosive device in July 2012, and he never made it back to his family in Rancho Cucamonga, California. Although Sirius was by his side, the German Shepherd survived.   Joshua’s mother Tammie Ashley explained that after serving, her son wanted to adopt the 4-year-old GSD. During their last conversation, Joshua asked his … Read more

Dog Waits For Weeks For His Murdered Owner To Come Home

For more than two weeks a loyal dog has been waiting for his owner to come home. He has waited for so long and he doesn’t understand why his human hasn’t come back yet. His owner, a convenience store clerk, was killed by armed robbers. But this poor dog didn’t know that his owner was murdered. So he just roams around the apartment complex, sits on the stairs, waiting for his owner to come back. The neighbors attempted to help … Read more

What To Look For In A Pet Sitter

Leaving your pet behind when you go on vacation can be stressful. Worrying about whether or not your best friend is being taken care of properly can actually ruin your time off work. The key to a stress- and worry-free trip without your pet is picking the right pet sitter. In honor of Professional Pet Sitters Week, we wanted to give you some tips on selecting a pet sitter that’s right for your pet. Certification – Do They Have it? … Read more

This Genius Company Is Turning Your Dog Into A Masterpiece

Let’s face it, no matter how crafty you are, you probably can’t paint like a pro. Art is one of the most classic ways to capture something; throughout history, we have captured great people and moments through art. But there is actually another way art can be used, as a memorial. Think about it, if you’ve ever toured a capital building or hall of fame you’ve seen paintings of famous folks that have been painted so that everyone who views the … Read more

10 High-Maintenance Breeds Who Are Totally Worth The Extra Effort!

Some breeds tend to be calm, gentle companions, and some are bursting with energy! The following breeds have traits that include high intelligence and energy, meaning that owners will have to make sure that these pups are adequately exercised and occupied to stay happy. These 10 dog breeds may keep their owners on their toes, but as long as their needs are met, their loyalty and companionship makes the extra effort totally worth it! 1. Siberian Husky This workhorse of a dog … Read more

Thief Steals Dogs’ Care Package Right Off Their Human’s Front Doorstep!

There are countless cases of humans stealing from other humans. But humans stealing from dogs? Now that’s lower than low. The thief in the video below has achieved a new kind of low after he stole a package of goods meant to be given for the dogs in that house. BarkBox delivered a very special package for the two lucky dogs–rescue mutts 10-year-old Buddy and 2 1/2 year-old Sherlock. The package was left at the doorstep by the mailman, but … Read more

Frightened Dog’s Transformation Will Have You In Tears

Benji was a homeless dog his whole life. When Hope For Paws received the call about him, founder Eldad Hagar and Lisa Chiarelli went out to find him. Having been on the street his whole life, he was very nervous of people. He ran when Eldad and Lisa approached. They went after him, trying to keep track of him, while keeping their snare ready to catch him if they got the opportunity. Fortunately, Benji made a “wrong turn” and endup … Read more

Thieves Return Dog They Stole From A Blind Man With An Apologetic Note Attached

A blind man in Beijing, China was reunited with his dog after it was returned by very thieves who stole the said dog. Tian Fengbo, the blind man who owns the dog, was so distressed when a stranger just suddenly snatched his guide dog from him on the street and sped away in a van. The incident happened to be recorded by a security camera that revealed the van’s license plate.   The dog named Qiaoqiao is one of only … Read more

Dog Who Thinks He’s A Baby Won’t Give Up His Pacifier

No matter how big our dogs get, they will always be our babies. And some dogs really act like big babies too. Some giant dogs still think of themselves as lap dogs. We even see some of them who loved to be carried like a baby! The dog in the video below still thinks of himself as a baby. When Max the dog found a pacifier, he popped it into his mouth and he refuses to give it back to … Read more

Watch What This Dog Does When His Human Eats Dinner

When you have a dog, you will never have to eat alone. No matter what time of day it is, as soon as your dog sees or hears you eating something, you can bet that they will be by your side almost instantly! Some dogs shamelessly beg for whatever it is you’re eating. But there are some who are very subtle in begging. And then there are also those dogs who pretend they’re not looking at you when you eat. … Read more

VICKtory Dog Documentary Available March 1

Beginning March 1, The Champions documentary, the inspirational story about the pit bull terriers rescued from the brutal fighting ring of NFL star Michael Vick, will be widely available for audiences everywhere to download directly from BestFriends.org and ChampionsDocumentary.com on March 1. The film will also be available for download on iTunes, Google Play, Amazon Video and VuDu. The Champions is a story of hope, redemption and second chances – chronicling the work of animal welfare organizations like Best Friends Animal Society, the only national animal welfare organization … Read more

Shelter Dog Doesn’t Want To Go Back To The Shelter After A Volunteer Takes Him For An Outing

Can you imagine what it must be like for a dog living in a shelter? It must be a lonely life, even if there are volunteers who give you some love every now and then, the dogs must be craving for attention and affection. So when this dog named Marshmallow was taken outside by a shelter volunteer, he didn’t want to go back to the shelter. He climbed onto the volunteer’s lap and fell asleep right there. He just wanted … Read more

American Humane Association PAWSCARs Winners

Not impressed with this year’s Oscars? Don’t worry, the PAWSCARs are what it’s all about anyway! The American Humane Association revealed the REAL winners of this year’s top acting awards with the PAWSCARS, honoring the top animal stars in film and television. Hosted by TV superstar Pauley Perrette and Lou Wegner, the 2016 American Humane Association PAWSCARS are now available for viewing online at www.americanhumane.org. “Animal stars are some of America’s most treasured institutions, and our PAWSCARS Awards pay tribute to the best furry, … Read more

These Dogs Running In Their Sleep Will Definitely Put A Smile On Your Face

Don’t you just love watching your dog sleep? They look so peaceful when they sleep. And then there are those times when they do something really hilarious in their sleep. Sometimes dogs bark in their sleep, and sometimes they would run! I’m pretty sure you guys have seen your dogs run in their sleep. And I don’t know about you, but I never get tired watching dogs running in their sleep! Check out the video below! Dogs Running In Their … Read more

This Puppy & Bird Friendship Is Definitely One Of The Cutest We’ve Ever Seen!

We just love animal friendships. We love how dogs and other animals bond despite their differences. And one of cutest we’ve seen is the friendship between the puppy and the bird in the video below! Some dogs love to chase birds, but this pup has a bird buddy. This Sheltie pup is curious about his buddy and it looks like he wants to play with him too! Check out the adorable video below! And it looks like that bird also … Read more

Watch How Excited This Dog Gets When His Human Takes Him To The Park

Most dogs absolutely love to go to the dog park! And who doesn’t? The dog park is a place for dogs and their humans to have fun and meet other dogs! So it’s just natural that they get excited and jumpy about it. The dog in the video below is on his way to the dog park and he just couldn’t contain his excitement. His human is driving him there and he just keeps on jumping around the car, so … Read more

Purple Murphy Would Have Died Had It Not Been For A Very Special Blind Dog

Do you remember Poly the Blind Pit Bull? Back in October, 2015 Poly the Blind Pit Bull was found abandoned and terrified on a park bench in Santa Barbara. Her story went viral online and she became a very popular girl! A fundraiser was set up for Poly because she had a heart condition that required surgery – and she also needed expensive diagnostics for her eyes. Due to the success for her fundraiser (partly because of Poly’s Facebook page … Read more

HILARIOUS! Watch What This Police Dog Does During A Car Wash!

Police dogs have very serious jobs. They fight crime by helping the police catch the bad guy, or sniff out illegal drugs. But just because they have serious jobs, doesn’t mean they can’t goof around! So when the police car was being washed, K9 Trooper Max was there to help. But he had more fun things in mind than just washing the car! Watch the video below and see what Max does during the car wash! It’s a little warmer … Read more

This Dog Will Do Just About Anything To Avoid Bathtime!

We all know that dogs hate bath time. They will run, they will hide, and they will do just about anything to avoid bath time. The giant dog in the video below is one of those dogs who would do anything to avoid taking a bath. At first she runs, then she hides behind the bed, then she tries to stall and she refuses to walk. Her dad had to carry and drag her to the bathroom to get her … Read more

Dog Protects Human From A Cat Attack!

Dogs truly are man’s best friend. They are very loyal and they will protect you against anything whenever they can. They will even protect you from your very own cat if they have to! Just like what the dog did in the video below. In the video you will see a dog and a cat on the bed. Their human is taking a video of them. A few moments later, the cat launches an attack on the human! Watch the … Read more

Survey Shows How Dogs Ride In Cars; Here’s How To Keep Your Pup Safe

How does your pup ride in the car? With his head out a window? Riding loose in shotgun? On your lap? Passenger safety is always important when it comes to driving, and the same goes for all species. Hankook Tire is a growing leader in the U.S. tire market, leveraging investments in technology, manufacturing, and marketing to deliver high-quality, reliable products that are safer for consumers and the environment. They curious to learn about how drivers keep their dogs safe … Read more

10 Fresh Foods That Promote Health & Cure Common Ailments

With all the recalls and dangers about where your dog’s food is being made, it’s no wonder that many people are turning to home-cooked meals. Even if you feed kibble, you may be adding fresh foods to your dog’s meals to make sure they are getting the right nutrients or to help digestion. However, this can be daunting if you have never fed your dog anything but store-bought food – how do you what is safe and what is not? … Read more

Vet Comforts Dog After Surgery By Rocking Her Like A Baby

I can understand why some dogs are scared of the vet. It must be terrifying for them because they don’t understand why they have to go to this place where people poke needles in them. And can you imagine how frightening it must be for a puppy to wake up from surgery? That’s why when a shelter puppy woke up very scared from her surgery, a vet immediately calmed her down and comforted her by rocking her like a baby. … Read more

He May Be Young, But This Puppy Has Mastered This Cool Trick

We’re not sure if this pup deserves a treat or an Oscar! This dramatic German Shepherd puppy really has the whole “performance thing” down-pat! (And notice, he tries to “disarm” his owner before he does the trick…we bet that was a clever ad-lib!) Think he’s convincing? Watch this short and sweet clip: Bravo, little puppy! Have you ever taught your dog how to “play dead” ?

Stray Dog Crashes A Church Service For Sick Kids And Makes Everyone Smile

Our dogs make us smile every day. They make us smile from the moment we wake up until we close our eyes to go to sleep. But it’s not just our dogs who make us happy. Any dog can make us lovers grin from ear to ear! So when a dog suddenly entered a church in Bolivia and “crashed” a service, he ended up making everyone smile. The service was a special one since it was held for a group of … Read more

This Service Dog Makes Life Easier For A Boy With Autism…Even At The Hospital

James Isaac is a 9-year-old boy living with autism in New Zealand. Since getting his service dog Mahe two years ago, his life–and the lives of his family–has completely changed. “James has profound autism, so he gets quite anxious when we go on outings. He’s very impulsive and he doesn’t have any awareness of danger,” James’ mother, Michelle Isaac, said in a story by TODAY. “Before Mahe, when it was just one of us with James, we’d have to hold his … Read more

Instinct Pet Food Provides Shelters One Of The Best Gifts Ever…

Best Friends Animal Society – the leader in the movement to end the killing of dogs and cats in America’s shelters – and Instinct Pet Food announced today that Instinct will continue and expand its role as Best Friends’ Official Pet Food Partner. To that end, they will be feeding all the cats and dogs in Best Friends’ care, as well as providing food for adopters to take home with them. It’s a truly incredibly gift for everyone involved. “We’re … Read more

Treat Training Tips For Dogs

Positive reinforcement training is rapidly gaining popularity and that, for the most part, that means lots of treats! Treats are used as the primary reward at first because food is something that most dogs love more than anything else. This means they are willing to do almost anything (even a boring sit-stay!) to get a yummy morsel. Think of it as your dog’s paycheck. You wouldn’t work 40 hours a week without pay, why should your dog? But not all … Read more

This Dog Matchmaker Can Find The Perfect Pup For You!

There are as many different lifestyles as there are dogs breeds: active and outdoorsy, hunkered-down homebodies, multi-child families, and so many more. And there are thousands of dogs available for adoption; just browsing online can be overwhelming! So how do you know which hound will fit best in your home? Enter: Sarah Brasky, the Dog Matchmaker. Based in NYC, Brasky has clients fill out a questionnaire. With personal connections to dozens of area shelters–including her own Foster Dogs NYC–the matchmaker … Read more