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Trail Etiquette All Dog Owners Should Follow

Hiking with our dogs is a great way to get exercise as well as stimulate your dog’s mind by giving him new environments to explore. However, as dog owners we have a responsibility to others who use the trail – remember not everyone is a dog lover! It is our job to ensure our canine friends continue to be welcomed on trials by being good stewards. Elyse Horvath, owner of Natural Paws, an all-natural dog spa product company, is an … Read more

Teach Your Dog These 7 Tasks To Make Your Golden Years Easier

You think a lot about caring for your dog as he ages, like ways you can make life easier for him, products that will improve his health, etc. But as you start aging, you will need to focus on some of your own health and needs, too. And there’s no reason why your dog can’t help you out with them! If you’re in your golden years, getting a dog or teaching your current dog some handy “tricks” to help you continue to live … Read more

Dog Steals Food From Plate In A Clever, Amazing Way!

They say you can trust your dog with guarding your house, but never trust them to guard your sandwich. Well there are trained dogs who would stick to your command of leaving the food alone. But with most dogs, when there’s food in front of them, they’d gobble it up in a heartbeat. The dog in the video below saw some food in front of him. And he’s not gonna let that opportunity go to waste. Watch the video below … Read more

Man’s Rescue Dog Rescues Him From Hidden Danger Inside The Walls Of His Home

Rescue a dog, and that dog will rescue you in return. And that’s exactly what happened to Drew Smith–a man who was rescued by his dog Carl from a danger that crept in between his walls. It was January 22 when the incident happened. Drew was already sleeping when Carl was suddenly behaving strangely. He was restless, and was barking frantically. Carl was trying to wake Drew up. Rescue dog alerts sleeping owner to house fire, saving his life. https://t.co/dG9hRsaQTe … Read more

These Posters Could Save Your Dog’s Life At The Dog Park

Dog parks can be a great place for your dog to get exercise and play with friends– IF your dog likes friends. And, if all the other dogs there like friends. Otherwise, it can be a tragedy waiting to happen. Dog park fights almost always end in vet visits. Sometimes they end in hospital visits and even the tragic loss of a dog. But do you know if your dog is really friendly? Are you sure your puppy is enjoying … Read more

This Dog Can Catch A Fish Better Than Most Humans!

We know that dogs can be good hunters. Some of them like to chase squirrels, birds, or any other moving thing. But have you ever seen a dog that is so skilled in catching fishes? If not, well you’re about to! This Golden Retriever named Rani has caught dozens of fishes! And she doesn’t use a net or anything. She just uses her jaws! She uses bread as bait, and then she waits. When the fishes are close to her … Read more

Quiz: Can You Match The Puppy With The Right Breed?

It’s not hard to recognize a Golden or Labrador Retriever puppy when you see one. And a Dalmatian’s spots are sure to give a pup away! But some breeds are a bit trickier to identify when they are young. Some because they change coat colors or because when they are adults we tend to cut their coat. And some breeds just look similar when they are small.

Terminally Ill Dog Enjoying Each Day Thanks To Owner Who Created Special Bucket List

When Emily of Brisbane, Australia found out her six-year-old Blue Heeler only had weeks to live, she could’ve stopped everything to mourn; instead, she’s helping her best friend Buddy check off his bucket list, while he’s still happy and full of life. Just two weeks ago, Buddy was thought to be a normal, healthy dog. He was rescued from a shelter four years ago and has been by Emily’s side ever since. But their lives changed when he was diagnosed with severe … Read more

11 Ways To Tell If You’re A Crazy Dog Parent

We pooch people really love our dogs. In fact, many of us consider them our babies. Thankfully, Ralph Lazar and Lisa Swerling, the genius artists behind Last Lemon, get us. They understand that we’d prefer to spend a Friday night at home, lounging in sweats (with dog hair on them), if it means spending more time with Fido. They know what it’s like to go run errands and come back with a bag full of dog toys. And they know that being called a “crazy dog person” makes us … Read more

Dog With Deformed Face Spends His Second Chance Showering His Family With Love

Everyone, meet Clark Kent–a Pit Bull with a facial deformity. But Clark Kent doesn’t know that, and I’m pretty sure he doesn’t care. Clark Kent has facial bone masses, but that deformity doesn’t stop him from being the sweet and friendly dog that he is. Kylie Edmond–co-founder of the Rock & Rawhide Organization, met Clark Kent at the Manhattan Animal Care Center. He was left there by his former family because of his facial bone masses. Clark Kent waits at … Read more

Orphaned Baby Fox Adopted By Maternal Collie, And It’s Just As Adorable As It Sounds!

When a fox cub in Germany was orphaned, a motherly Collie and friendly Bengal decided to step in. Dinozzo, the three-week-old fox, was found after his mother got hit and killed by a car. While most baby animals can’t survive the harsh world all alone, this little guy was lucky enough to be rescued and taken to a vet. Werner and Angelika Schmaing, a couple in Oberscheld, heard about little Dinozzo and decided to adopt him. Their family includes a Bengal cat named Leopold, … Read more

Caught On Camera: Firefighters Save A Dog Trapped In A Burning Home

We’ve said it before and we’ll say it again, “There’s a special place in heaven for people who rescue dogs.” We truly admire people who go out of their way and even risk their own lives to save animals. They are heroes. The firemen in the video below truly are heroes. These brave firefighters entered a burning home in Sacramento in search of victims and to see the source of the fire. They didn’t find any humans inside, but they … Read more

Watch This Dog Acting Like A Mother To Orphaned Baby Opossums

We’ve seen dogs who have such amazing maternal instincts that they adopt other baby animals and treat them like their very own. They look after them, keep them warm, care for them, and some mother dogs would even let the baby animals nurse on them. So when 3 orphaned opossums needed a mother figure, a dog stepped in to do the job. Posted by Stephanie Maldonado Adestramento de Cães on Sunday, January 17, 2016 In Brazil, a pet behaviorist named Stephanie … Read more

These 8 Iconic Movie Scene Re-enactments Will Remind You Why Your Dog Is The Perfect Valentine

If your dog is your Valentine, you should consider yourself lucky. Loving, loyal, always by your side…you may even go so far to say that a date with a doggy is better than with a person. Need more convincing? The folks at DogVacay re-enacted a handful of iconic movie scenes, replacing characters with a dogs. If it were up to us, we’d take a canine costar over a human one, any day of the year! Here are eight famous film scenes to remind you of the perks … Read more

Valentine’s Day Special: Just A Single Dog On V-Day

Just because you’re single, doesn’t mean you can’t celebrate Valentine’s Day. There are plenty things to do, either with your girlfriends or by yourself! The Corgi in the video below named Loki is showing to everyone what most people do during Valetine’s. He watches romantic movies, cries, and eats ice cream! Check out the video below! Me on Valentine’s Day Posted by Loki on Thursday, February 11, 2016 Awwww…who else is doing all these things during V-day? Well, we believe … Read more

Wanna Know How To Give Your Dog A Relaxing Massage? Check Out This Demonstration!

At the end of an exhausting work week, we all deserve to rest and relax. And nothing can be as relaxing as a soothing massage. And it’s not just humans who enjoy soothing massages, dogs love them too! And since we love our dogs very much, we tend to spoil them. So here’s another way to spoil your dog: give them a relaxing massage! If you don’t know how, you can learn from the video demonstration below! Check it out! … Read more

Yoga Is Good, Yoga With Dogs Is Better!

There have been a lot of videos of cats doing yoga – after all cats are limber, we get it! But, dogs can be just as limber as cats if they just hit the gym once in a while. In fact, many performance dog owners do “canine conditioning” to help their dogs stay fit and avoid injury while doing sports like flyball and agility. FitPAWS, maker of canine fitness equipment, has equipment such as balance discs and peanuts specifically designed for your … Read more

Dog Saved From Drowning In Lake Michigan; Now He’s Found His Forever Home!

When passerby Jennifer Pluta saw a white dog struggling to remain above water after falling through the ice in Lake Michigan, she called police for help. In an interview by TMJ4, the rescuer broke down upon remembering the incident, admitting she was tempted to jump into the water to save the drowning dog, herself. Thankfully, help arrived just in time, and the pup was pulled to safety and treated for hypothermia. The folks at the Wisconsin Humane Society cared for the pooch, now named Michigan, … Read more

New App Makes it Easy To Put Your Pet On Your Stuff!

If you are obsessed with your own pet (like I am!), than YoShirt is about to become your second obsession. Why? Because it allows you to snap a pic of your adorable furry best friend on your phone and then immediately design, customize and order apparel with the image right on it. Pretty legit, right? “One of my cofounders just thought one day ‘wouldn’t it be cool if you could design your own clothes on a mobile app?’” Brian Garofalow, … Read more

Shelter Dog Dances To Get Your Attention & Hopefully To Capture Your Heart

UPDATE: Ginger has been adopted! “Good News: Ginger Rogers has a new dance partner and will be leaving the shelter on Monday with her new family!” writes the Orange County Animal Shelter on a post by BarkBox. Way to go, Ginger! This sweet pup is so excited about finding the human of her dreams! Posted by BarkBox on Thursday, February 11, 2016 ORIGINAL STORY: If you were a dog at shelter, what would you do to get noticed so that you … Read more

New Interactive Tool Shows Owners Why Their Dogs Can’t Eat Certain Foods

We all know chocolate is bad for dogs, but have you wondered why? After all, most humans can eat quite a bit without an issue. And what about grapes or avocados? ConsumerAffairs, a leading consumer news and reviews website, partnered with Dr. Lee to create this interactive guide that explains what happens when your dog when she eats 10 of the most commonly asked about foods, from chocolate and avocado to mold and even fertilizer. “Approximately 47 percent of U.S. households … Read more

Dog Discovers That Fetching A Floating Ball Isn’t As Easy As It Looks!

Dogs love to play fetch. And if the dog isn’t scared of the water, he would even go as far as diving into the water to fetch whatever it is you threw. They jump and splash in the water, retrieving the object, and bringing it back to you. They make it look so easy, don’t they? But the dog in the video below just realized that fetching a ball on the water is actually a little hard–especially because the ball … Read more

Wonder What Dog Breed You Would Be? This App Will Tell You!!

Okay, so we know it’s not actually possible to turn yourself into a dog, although the idea sounds really fun. But what if there was a fun way to see what dog you would be based on how you look? Well, the creative minds at Microsoft have come up with a way to let you do just that. All you need is an iPhone and voila, you’re a dog! Of course, I couldn’t resist…although I never imagined myself as a Shetland … Read more

Gentle Giant Dog Is The Biggest Rescue They’ve Ever Had…And He Needs A Loving Home!

Jagger is a three-year-old Great Dane Mix up for adoption at the RSPCA Millbrook Animal Center in Surrey, England. Described as a “gentle giant” by shelter staff, this super-sized sweetheart was subject neglected in his previous home: he was so big, he was kept outside, resulting in pressure sores. When Jagger was found, he’d been abandoned, tied to a lamppost. Posted by Millbrook Animal Centre (RSPCA), Chobham on Friday, February 5, 2016 This massive mutt would make a wonderful addition–to the … Read more

New Survey Reveals Your Ultimate Wingman Is At The End of Your Leash

Being man’s best friend is no longer the only role pets play in today’s society. Turns out, they can be quite the ice breaker. A new Nestlé Purina PetCare survey shows that pets are valuable to helping break the ice in hopes of finding lasting love. Penn Schoen Berland (PSB), an independent research company, conducted the poll on behalf of Purina among 1200 general population respondents (age 18+) in the U.S – with an additional 200 in New York and 200 in California. The online survey … Read more

Sergeant Honors His Highly Decorated Military Dog With Heartfelt Memorial Tattoo

Dogs are our best friends, and sometimes, they are guardian angels. That was certainly the case for Sergeant Dave Heyhoe and his military dog, Treo. Accompanying Sergeant Heyhoe to Afghanistan, the pup was able to sniff out explosives before they were detonated. Because of his bravery and amazing abilities, countless lives were saved, including his handler’s, many times over. Aside from his heroic work, Treo provided a calming presence and company to his fellow soldiers. For his service, this valiant pup was … Read more

These Dogs Are Having Their Patience Tested By The “Leave It Challenge”!

How patient is your dog? Dogs can be trained to be patient through the “leave it” command. When they are trained to “leave it”, they wait for their humans to give them a command that it’s okay for them to take the treat or the toy presented in front of them. The four dogs in the video had their patience tested when they are presented with a treat and are told to “leave it”. Watch the video below and see … Read more

Puppy Bowl Veteran Recalls His First Puppy Bowl

Every dog lover is excited about the puppy bowl! And who wouldn’t be? It’s just so entertaining watching those cute puppies play! But have you ever wondered what life is like for a puppy bowl veteran? Animal Planet brings you this video of an elite puppy bowl athlete who has become a veteran of the sport. In this video, this veteran shares what it was like during his first puppy bowl. Watch the video below! LOL! Well, he may be … Read more

Dog Is Searching For The Snowball His Human Threw In The Snow

Dogs are intelligent creatures, we all know that. But there are times when they get confused over the simplest of things. Just like what happened with the dog in the video below. Dogs love to play fetch, right? Well, this German Shepherd is so excited to play fetch that he didn’t realize that the ball his owner had in hand was a snowball. So when his owner threw the snowball into the snow, the dog searched and searched for the … Read more

This Beautiful Story Of A Woman Searching For Her Missing Dog Will Bring You To Tears

A woman named Laura Evans couldn’t be more thankful to have had her dog, Buster, microchipped. Buster went missing after he escaped through a gate that was mistakenly left open. Laura, her family and friends did everything they could to find Buster. They put up posters, made a Facebook page, signed up for pet notifications, contacted shelters and kennels. Months have passed by but Buster was nowhere to be found. But somewhere along the way, something wonderful happened. And a … Read more

Service Dog Meets His Idol At The Happiest Place On Earth

If you see an celebrity you idolize or a person you consider as your hero, how would you react? I would probably be so excited and try my best to get an autograph or a photo! It turns out, it’s not just humans who get excited when they meet their idols or their heroes, dogs do too! Ace is a service dog in training who got to meet his idol, his hero–Pluto! Ace was at a Disney park with the … Read more

12 Ways You Can Change The Lives Of Homeless Dogs

There is nothing better than making a difference in the life of another. At iHeartDogs, we just ask that you take a moment to think about how you can change the life of homeless dogs. Not sure what you can do? Just look at this list, you would be amazed at all the options there are! #1 – Adopt, don’t shop Of course, one of the best ways you can change the life of a homeless dog is by adopting instead … Read more

5 Ways To Foster Confidence In Your Puppy

Those first several weeks when you bring your puppy home are the most critical when it comes to socializing. If your puppy came from a reputable breeder, they should have received desensitization and environmental stimuli training from the day they were born. Unfortunately, most puppies do not come from an ideal environment, which makes what you do even more important. The following are ways you can help foster confidence in your puppy, making them less likely to develop problems later … Read more

This Dog Can Keep Up With The Humans In Passing & Tossing The Soccer Ball Around

We all know how dogs love to play. They love to run around, chase each other, and they love to play fetch. Some dogs even learn how to play Ping-Pong, and even soccer! The dog in the video below knows how to toss and pass a soccer ball. He plays with three humans and they toss and pass the soccer ball around! Watch the video below and see how this dog keeps up with his human playmates! Amazing, right? I … Read more

Dog Running An Advice Column Can Give Answers & Advice To Your Dog’s Questions

Do you think your dog needs advice on certain things? Do you think he has certain questions that he needs answers to? Well, your dog can send his questions to Frank the dog! Frank is a little dog who runs an advice column for dogs. He records the questions that dogs sent thru email, then he types in a reply. He can answer almost anything your dog is concerned about, like advice about the vet, about squirrels and so much … Read more

Dog With Wobbler’s Syndrome Finds A Donkey Playmate To Keep Him Company

Wobbler’s syndrome, also known as Cervical spondylomyelopathy (CSM), is a disease that affects the cervical spine. It commonly affects large breed dogs. When a dog has Wobbler’s syndrome, he would have a wobbly gait, a stiff neck, would have difficulty getting up, and may have either partial or complete paralysis. The dog in the video below has Wobbler’s sydrome. This one-year-old dog named Kolima was born with the condition. Unlike other puppies who spend their days running around and playing, … Read more

Is Your Dog A Hero? Nominate Them For The 2016 American Humane Association Hero Dog Awards!

The nominations for this year’s American Humane Association Hero Dog awards are officially open! The American Humane Association. Sponsored by the Lois Pope LIFE Foundation, the annual, year-long campaign seeks to identify and honor America’s bravest heroes on both ends of the leash. From now through March 2, dog owners across the country are invited to visit www.herodogawards.org and nominate their heroic hound in one of eight categories. “Every year, hundreds of dogs vie for the coveted title of ‘American Hero … Read more

12 Ways To Realize Those #RelationshipGoals

Looking for love that lasts? Best Friends Animal Society can help you with that! While the statistics are stacked against you when it comes to finding the right human companion – according to bestselling author Hellen Chen, more than 85 percent of dating relationships end in a breakup – Best Friends and Hallmark Channel are here to tell you that finding love is easy, if you know where to look! So beat the odds and make those #RelationshipGoals by ditching … Read more

Get A Glimpse Inside The Dog-Friendliest Workplace You’ve Ever Seen!

Warning: this article may invoke intense feelings of jealousy. Welcome to Kurgo, a company that has one of the dog-friendliest offices out there! This dog supply manufacturer, owned by brothers Kitter and Gordie Spater, is based in Salisbury, Massachusetts. The company designs and sells toys and gear for outdoorsy, adventurous pups and their owners. “We try to model our brand off brands like L.L. Bean and Patagonia, but for the pet industry…We want to gain customers for a lifetime,” said … Read more

Check Out These Sweet Dogs Who Just Love To Hug Each Other

When a woman named Taylor Duguay posted a video of her dogs on Facebook, she never expected that the video will be viewed over 23 million times. Her dogs, a Border Collie named Lottie, and a German Shepherd named Grizzly, showed their sweetest trick–Lottie hugs Grizzly when mom asks her who her best friend is! It’s one of the cutest tricks we’ve ever seen! Posted by Lottie on Thursday, October 22, 2015 The two dogs are very well-trained too, they know … Read more

Pit Bull Puppy Whose Mother Chewed Off Paw Finds 3 Cats to Love Him

Everyone, meet Nicolas–a Pit Bull pup who lost one of his paws. Nicolas was the runt of the litter. For an unknown reason, his mother chewed off one of his legs. And so to keep him safe, Nicolas was separated from his mother. Thankfully, a loving family took him in and gave him the love and the comfort that he needed. https://www.instagram.com/p/5uQTo4PYn-/ https://www.instagram.com/p/0nmjC2vYh5/ Luckily for Nicolas, he found comfort in the arms of his family members, which includes three very … Read more

Owner Dragged By Car While Trying To Save Senior Dog From Dognappers; Today, They Were Reunited!

Imagine: you’re on your way to the dog park with your pooch when someone walking by snatches him, takes him to a car, and begins to drives off. That’s exactly what happened to Mike Heredia on Sunday (February 7th) in Claremont, California. He and his three dogs were heading toward the Claremont Pooch Park when a passer-by on his phone walked by and Heredia heard his dog cry. He turned to see that the dognapper had grabbed Otis, his 15-year-old Cocker Spaniel, and was heading toward a waiting car. … Read more

Dog Found Alive Underneath The Rubble Of A Collapsed Building In Taiwan

Last weekend, Taiwan was rocked by a 6.4 magnitude earthquake. High-rise buildings toppled, many structures were damaged, 18 people lost their lives, and many were injured. Rescuers came to search for survivors. Thankfully, a lot of people survived the earthquake. They were buried in rubble, but they were very grateful that they survived and they were rescued. President Xi Jinping has sent condolences to compatriots in Taiwan after the M6.7 earthquake hit south Taiwan on Saturday. Xi said the government … Read more

Police Officers Pay Their Respects Outside The Vet Clinic For Fallen K9

In Wilkinsburg, Pennsylvania, a K9 officer died after being fatally stabbed. The incident happened at around 3:30 in the afternoon when a 37-year-old man named Bruce Kelley Jr. and his father, 60-year-old Bruce Kelley Sr got into a fight. The two were drinking at a gazebo before the incident happened. Police arrived at the scene, and there was a scuffle between the police officers and the two men. During the scuffle, Kelley Jr. was able to escape and police quickly … Read more

Patient Dog Waits For His Elderly Owner As They Go On Their Routine Walks Together

Dogs truly are man’s best friend. Dogs are loyal, helpful, thoughtful, and from what we can see in the video, they can also be very patient. In the video below, you will see an elderly man and his dog going for a walk. The video was taken by a neighbor who happen to notice that the dog seems to understand that his owner can only walk slow. So this very understanding and patient dog, walks at a slow pace and … Read more

For 10 Years, This Amazing Man Saved Up His Money To Buy An Ambulance For Stray Dogs

Angels do exist. We believe that because we have seen the goodness in people. This world may be cruel, but there is still some good left in it. We know that there are evil, cruel people out there–animal abusers, people who neglect and abandon their dogs. But our faith in humanity is restored by wonderful, kindhearted people who go out of their way to rescue and save dogs. And one of those amazing, kindhearted people is this man from Pune, … Read more

DIY Heart-Shaped Valentine Cookies Just For Dogs!

These cookies are a recipe my husband (a vet tech) and I developed to give our own dogs a special Valentine’s Day treat! They are made with all the things dogs love, like peanut butter and pumpkin, and even have pink icing that is naturally colored with beet juice! They are a snap to make and we are sure your dogs will love them! I’m taking a bunch to my classmates in agility class as Valentines – they are a … Read more

Touching Letter Found 5 Years Dog’s Surrender Leads To His Forever Home

Ten-year-old Roofus had been at the Bishop Animal Shelter in Bradenton, Florida for more than half his life when staff members were surprised to discover a piece of his history from their old friend’s former life. While sorting through his file, a letter was found from his original family, which must have been dropped off with the Weimaraner mix back in October 2010. It gave staff members a snapshot of the life he was forced to leave, almost six years back. … Read more

The Basics Of Canine Chiropractic Care

As “alternative” medicines become more and more popular in the pet space, you may wonder about all these treatments and if they are right for your dog. Chiropractic treatments have been around of a long time, but it’s often overlooked by dog owners when it comes to treatment options. Dr. Shana Buchanan, DVM, MBA, is not only a veterinarian, but is also certified in Veterinary Acupuncture, Veterinary Chiropractic, and Veterinary Chinese Herbal medication. She is a firm believer in alternative medicine … Read more

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