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Essential Travel Gear Checklist For Your Dog

iHeartDogs is reader-supported. When you buy via links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission at no extra cost to you. Traveling with your dog can be a wonderful experience, full of shared adventures and memories. However, it also comes with a unique set of challenges and responsibilities. To ensure that your journey is as smooth and stress-free as possible, it’s crucial to pack the right travel essentials for your canine companion. From practical items to comfort-focused accessories, … Read more

10 Tips To Keep Your Dog Safe In Winter

Wintertime brings dropping temperatures, social gatherings and time on the road visiting family and friends. We asked Trupanion’s Chief Veterinary Officer, Dr. Steve Weinrauch and on-staff veterinarian, Dr. Denise Petryk to name some health and safety concerns for your pets this winter. Here is what they had to say: #1 – Packing on the Pounds Pet owners should keep a close eye on their dog’s weight over the winter. You aren’t the only one sneaking a few extra treats as … Read more

More Than 1 Million Households Give Away Pets Each Year, ASPCA Research Reveals

A new study conducted by the ASPCA® (The American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals®) showed some alarming statistics about the re-homing of cats and dogs in the United States, as well as the reasons behind why many pet owners feel they have no other choice but to re-home their pets. The study, published in the peer-reviewed Open Journal of Animal Sciences, reveals that an estimated 6.12 million households are re-homing, or surrendering, their pets every five years – meaning that … Read more

The BEST Products For Safe Snow Play

The snow is coming down in many parts of the world right now but that doesn’t mean you and your dog shouldn’t get to play! But having the right products can mean the difference between a fun snow day and a day that ends with a vet or doctor bill. The following are products that will help keep you and your dog safe in the snow. For The Dog #1 –  Astoria Overcoat This jacket is made of a seamless … Read more

Homeless Man Bids Goodbye To The 31 Stray Dogs He Looked After

A total of 31 dogs were living under the care of a homeless man living deep in the woods of the Natchez Trace State Park. The park is 120 miles northeast of Memphis, Tennessee. The man has been living outdoors and in the wild for 16 years. The 31 stray dogs and the outdoorsman are living in the woods like a pack, braving the elements and surviving together. Animal Rescue Corps assisted in the rescue of 31 dogs living deep … Read more

From Rags To Riches: Abandoned Dog Adopted By A Celebrity Is Now Living The Good Life!

For Harrison the Pomeranian, the New Year brought him a happy new life. The day after Christmas, Harrison, a four-year-old Pomeranian, was surrendered by his previous family to the Sacramento Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (SSPCA). His family left the country without him. Poor little Harrison has Alopecia, a condition that causes hair loss. He also has a deformed ear caused by a healed Hematoma. But those imperfections doesn’t make Harrison any less cuter. Just look at … Read more

This Dog Will Do Whatever It Takes To Get A Snack

How big is your dog’s appetite? This dog named Apollo has one huge appetite. He just ate, but he’s still demanding for more food from his human. But what we really love about him is the way he begs for more food. He might be a little demanding, but he does it in the cutest way possible! Watch the video below and see how Apollo begs for more food! Awww…isn’t he a cutie? If I was Apollo’s human, I probably … Read more

This Dog Was Saved Just 2 Minutes Before Euthanization, Look How Happy He is Now!

Everyone, meet Love Bug–a Pit Bull puppy who has been abused and neglected. But despite that, Love Bug is still a very sweet dog. Love Bug was staying at the local animal control shelter and he was minutes away from euthanization, thankfully, Vet Ranch was called and they quickly came to rescue the poor dog. Now that Love Bug is under the care of Vet Ranch, he’s safe from euthanization. But he was still in bad shape. He has mange … Read more

Elderly Couple Overwhelmed With Joy When They Receive Puppy After Tragedy

(Warning: If the featured photo didn’t make you reach for a tissue, this story will.) You know that saying, “good things come in small packages”? Well, this is no exception! Miguel Rojas and his wife, an elderly couple living in Miami, Florida, are celebrating the gift of this tiny Chihuahua puppy in the midst of a heartbreaking tragedy. Just last week they witnessed two bulldogs attack their three-year-old Chihuahua named Gucci; the couple even sustained injuries as they tried to save their … Read more

Newlyweds Cancel Their Honeymoon To Search For Their Missing Dog

What would you do if you were about to have your honeymoon, and then you find out that your dog has gone missing? Would you cancel and drop everything in your itinerary to go search for your beloved dog? Well, I know I would! And that’s exactly what the newlywed couple, Jade and Michael Peel, did when their dog Marley, went missing. Jade and Michael tied the knot on New Year’s eve at the beautiful and romantic Polhawn Fort near … Read more

All About Pit Bulls: 8 Things You Didn’t Know

Pit Bulls are all over media, in two extreme lights: on the one hand, we hear stories of an aggressive and vicious breed (misconception number one: “Pit Bull” is not a breed), and on the other hand, hardcore Pittie lovers can’t imagine loving any other kind of dog quite as much. No matter what side of the spectrum you fall, it’s always super important to do your research before making judgements about any kind of dog, whether you’re just petting them in the dog park or adopting … Read more

Woman Dies In Car Crash, But Her Two Dogs Miraculously Survived. Now They Need Your Help

It was the day after Christmas when three dogs named Judy Brown, Lucy, and Elvis, were in the car together with their humans, Yolanda and Charles Futrell. Yolanda and Charles were on their way to a party. But then a tragic accident happened. A speeding car slammed into their vehicle, causing their car to flip. The car that hit them was allegedly street racing. Posted by Hope, Faith & Angel on Wednesday, December 30, 2015 Sadly, Yolanda and one of the … Read more

No Food Container Is “Dog-Proof” For This Smart Dog!

Has your dog ever stolen food from the dog food container? Dog-proof dog food containers are designed so no dog could ever open the container to steal food. However, the dog in the video below has somehow learned how to open the dog-proof container! This dog named Meme is so smart that she somehow figured out how to open the dog-proof container so she can enjoy eating dog food any time she likes! Check out the video below! Now that … Read more

Watch This Dog Sleep Beside His Favorite Stuffed Animal–In The Same Position!

Does your dog have a favorite toy? Some dogs love their favorite toy so much that they go to bed with them. And it’s so adorable when they hug their favorite toy while they sleep. The dog in the video below also has a favorite toy. This popular Shiba Inu named Maru has over 2.3 million followers on Instagram. And we saw his photos on Instagram just how much Maru loves his favorite toy. A photo posted by Shinjiro Ono … Read more

This Dog Doesn’t Need A Sled Or Anything To Have Some Fun In The Snow!

One of the most fun things to do in the snow is going sledding! It’s just so fun to slide down a snowy hill! Some people use a traditional sled, but some would just use anything they can find and use it as an improvised sled! But the dog in the video below doesn’t need a sled or anything to have fun sliding in the snow! All he needs is his body! Check out the video below and see how … Read more

3 Ways You Annoy Your Dog

Your dog might annoy you sometimes, but guess what…you annoy her too! Here are some common ways that humans try to force their dogs to be someone they are not. Lack of discipline and structure Dogs naturally live in a hierarchy. They instinctively understand and desire structure and discipline, but people don’t always work this way and we must make an effort to provide our dogs with schedules and boundaries they can count on. They like knowing where they stand … Read more

Dog Dumped By Owner Is Adopted 30 Minutes After Rescue

A man was caught on camera pushing a dog out of a car, leaving the dog behind as the car sped away. The dog was then discovered by a Kansas City Codes Enforcement Officer who was monitoring a camera on an illegal dumping site. What he saw in the footage was just heartbreaking. The poor dog was tossed out of the car allegedly by his owner.   The footage even shows the poor dog running after the speeding car. The … Read more

Watch This Dog’s Journey From Puppy Mill To Freedom

Everyone, meet Franny–a dog who after spending years at a horrible puppy mill, finally got her happy ending. Franny’s journey is definitely not an easy one. Franny’s life seemed hopeless at first. All her life, the home she knew was a dirty puppy mill in Australia. She was locked up in a filthy cage, subjected to horrible conditions, giving birth to puppies one litter after another. Thankfully, the said puppy mill was closed because of cruelty charges. And every dog … Read more

Watch This Pup’s Adorable Reaction When He Hears Something On The Phone

They say a dog’s head tilt is a dog lover’s kryptonite. And we completely agree with that! There’s nothing cuter than a dog or puppy tilting his/her head! That look of adorable confusion is simply irresistible! Now this cute Boxer pup named Olaf is sitting beside his human who seems to be busy playing with his phone. And when Olaf hears a strange sound coming from the phone, he tilts his adorable head! Watch the video below! Awww…isn’t Olaf a … Read more

From The Vet: If You Have These Items, You Need To Throw Them Out ASAP!

If you are like most dog people, you have a pile (or a box or basket) full of “dog stuff”. (Mine is actually labeled “dog stuff”) But it needs to be sorted and streamlined for the new year. How can you decide what should stay and what should go? Here is the list of items to throw out right now! 1. Retractable leash It is hard enough for our dogs to learn our boundaries, but when the boundaries constantly change, … Read more

FDNY Commemorates Dog Who Restored Happiness After 9/11

Twenty, a Dalmatian gifted to the FDNY after 9/11, passed away on Tuesday after a decade and a half of companionship to the brave firefighters of New York City. If there was ever a story about a dog’s miraculous ability to heal emotional wounds, it would be this one. In the midst of the terrorist attacks that occurred in New York City on September 11th, 2001, many firefighters selflessly gave their lives in order to help rescue other victims. The brave men of … Read more

Watch This Incredible Footage Of A Dog Running With A Selfie Stick!

Remember Jumpy the dog? He’s that cattle dog that everyone calls as the smartest dog in the world! We featured a video of him doing the most amazing routine! And we featured him again doing another cool trick: drinking like a human! Now Jumpy has another awesome video! This time Jumpy is holding is camera on a selfie stick while he runs and leaps! And the result is simply incredible! Check out the video below! Amazing, right? Let’s see that … Read more

Watch These Adorable Dogs Pose Sweetly For The Camera!

Does your dog know how to pose for the camera? Some dogs are just too restless. But a trick that really works is to dangle a treat behind the camera so they’d sit still and focus on the treat–making it look like they’re posing for the camera. But the two dogs in the video below can pose for the camera sweetly and flawlessly! According to their human, these dogs named Envy and Zain are experts when it comes to having … Read more

Ask A Vet: How Can I Make 2016 Better For My Dog?

There are things that you can do to help your dog live longer and better. The New Year is a great time to make plans and achieve goals. Resolve to get your dog to a healthy weight. Purina’s Life Span Study proved that normal weight dogs lived an extra 1.8 years over their overweight counterparts.1 It is more than just feeding him less. You must make sure that you are meeting nutritional needs while still reducing his calorie intake. A premium … Read more

Woman Writes An Open & Emotional Letter To Whoever Abandoned The Dog She Rescued

Can you imagine what a dog feels like after they are abandoned by the people they consider as family? It must be very confusing for the poor dogs. It’s such a heartbreaking scene watching the abandoned dogs roaming around, probably still wondering why they were left there, and still waiting and hoping that maybe their owners would come back for them. Brooke, a rescuer with the Kings SPCA-Rescue saw that exact scene when she went to pick up a dog … Read more

Stephen King’s Thing Of Evil Is Not What You’d Expect

The Thing of Evil is a hairy critter with sharp teeth and claws… And her name is Molly. Stephen King has written about a lot of creatures over his career, but none quite like his furry tri-colored Corgi. An apparent fan of the breed, King has given them honorable mentions in a couple of his famed novels. Judging by King’s Twitter page, it seems that Molly–I mean, The Thing of Evil–plays a starring role in his life. Thanks to King’s frequent canine-themed posts (or are … Read more

Wanna Know How Much Money Celebrity Dogs Make? Check This Out!

I love watching dog movies. Heartwarming dog movies may make me cry, but I love them nevertheless. That is as long as the dog gets a happy ending! But have you ever wondered how much they pay those celebrity dogs? Well we found out that celebrity dogs actually make serious money! In fact they make more than most of us do! Watch the video below and find out the amazing figures celebrity dogs make! Wow! These dogs are making some … Read more

Dog Gets Jealous When Pig Gets A Belly Rub!

Everyone, meet Poppy the adorable Piglet. Poppy lives at the Edgar’s Mission Farm Sanctuary in Australia. What makes Poppy even more adorable is that just like dogs, Poppy loves belly rubs! Now Poppy has a neighbor, a dog named Ruby. One day, Poppy was visited by the sanctuary’s founder, Pam Ahern. And when Pam gave Poppy some belly rubs, Ruby just can’t help but get jealous! Ruby probably wants some belly rubs too! Check out the full video below! Awwww…somebody … Read more

Brothers Refuse To Open Christmas Presents Until Missing Puppy Returns Home

Christmas was two weeks ago. I’m sure by now, kids have gotten and opened all their Christmas presents. But these two young boys have made a promise not to open their Christmas presents until their missing puppy is safe back home with them. Six-year-old Bryson Reiter and his older brother Blake were devastated when their three-month-old French Bulldog puppy, Jackson, went missing on Christmas eve. The family suspects that their puppy may have been stolen from their yard when the … Read more

Elderly Couple Adopts Senior Dog Who Survived Hurricane Katrina

We all remember the devestation caused by Hurricane Katrina over a decade ago. Many people and animals lost their homes and their families, including a sweet Pit Bull mix named Mouse. She has been waiting to find her forever home all these years… Until now. On a recent episode of Pit Bulls and Parolees (a show about the Villalobos Rescue Center, a hybrid rehabilitation shelter that rescues Pit Bulls and provides a work program for parolees), Mouse was brought into the home of an … Read more

Breaking News – Vet Provides 14 Military War Dogs With A New Beginnings For The New Year

Our Military War Dogs (MWDs) risk their lives every day for us, and they don’t even understand politics or our ideas of “freedom.” What they do understand is loyalty, unconditional love, and a willingness to work. Banfield Pet Hospital recognizes this and so, for the New Year, they are donating Optimum Wellness Plans to 14 retired MWDS. In addition, they donated $10,000 to the American Humane Association (AHA) to provide additional care to MWD veterans. “We are impressed with the … Read more

13 Dogs Who Prove That Wrinkles Are Beautiful!

Society is obsessed with appearances. Sometimes, you have to wonder why dog and human beauty standards are so different. I mean, what’s wrong with people who are a bit on the furry side? A little extra squishy? A tad wrinkly? The answer: NOTHING! Here are 13 adorable, wrinkly wonders who prove that beauty is in the eye of the beholder. If age ain’t nothin’ but a number, a wrinkle ain’t nothin’ but a little extra cuteness! 1.Get ready for a *squee!* overload. Those eyes. Those ears. Those wrinkles. … Read more

This Senior Blind Dog Was Dumped At The Shelter, But Then Something Wonderful Happened

While there are lucky shelter dogs who got adopted and found a home in time for holidays, Blackie, a 14-year-old blind dog, was dumped at the shelter just before Christmas. Poor Blackie was surrendered to the Austin Animal Center in Texas. Blackie was clearly neglected. He lost his vision because of untreated glaucoma and cataracts. He has lived outside his whole life and it appears that this poor dog has never seen a vet. Posted by Austin Animal Center on Friday, … Read more

Smart Dog Doesn’t Need A Human To Play His Favorite Game

We all know Jack Russells are smart – and Sid is no exception! Sid Russell (as he is called by his owner Roland Muldoon) has learned that he doesn’t need a human in order to play his favorite game – fetch! This smart dog has figured out how to do it all himself. Caught on film by Mark Watts-Jones, Sid drops the tennis ball down some steps in London, England. He then runs down them to grab the ball, and … Read more

Abandoned Puppy Born Without Front Legs Gets Her Very First Wheelchair

Everyone, meet Daffodil–a Chihuahua who was born without front legs. A man named Jene rescued Daffodil. She was placed in a cardboard box and left on the side of the market street. Jene saw several people walking past the poor pup. Someone even picked her up, but put her back in the soggy cardboard box upon noticing her birth defect. Jene couldn’t believe what he was seeing. Fortunately, Jene wasn’t like those uncaring people. He carefully picked up the little … Read more

Watch This Puppy’s Reaction When He’s Rescued After Being Tossed Out Like Garbage

A video surfaced on Facebook of a man who found a plastic bag that appears to be moving. Clearly, there was something trapped inside the white plastic bag. And what the man found inside just broke our hearts. In the video, you can see this man carefully opening the plastic bag open. The bag has been tied so he had to use a knife to untie it. Inside the bag is a little black puppy. The poor sweetheart looked so scared and … Read more

Dog Gets Stuck In A Couch Trying To Catch A Mouse

Has your dog ever had one of those embarrassing moments? The dog in the video below sure is having one hell of an embarrassing moment. And the worse thing is, his humans got it all on video! This Husky was trying to catch a mouse and he chewed the couch in the process. But that’s not the embarrassing thing. After he got inside the couch, instead of going back the way he went in, he tried to chew another exit. … Read more

Breaking News – Director Of Animal Rescue Arrested For Cruelty

After a month-long investigation, Stephanie E. Fields, 40, of London, Kentucky has been arrested by the Kentucky State Police on charges of animal cruelty. Fields was the Director of Homeward Bound Animal Rescue, which she apparently ran from her own home. The police became aware of the situation when complaints were filed about the dogs by neighbors. During the original seizure on November 24, 2015, thirty dogs were taken from the inside of Fields’ home. Outside the home, another 130 dogs were … Read more

Man With Blind Eye Finds The Puppy “That No One Else Wanted” To Match

We love it when owners find a certain likeness to one-of-a-kind dogs and cats! (…and given this Reddit post’s popularity, it appears that we’re not alone in appreciating these happy unions!) kt211 posted a picture of her brother–who’s blind in one eye–after he found his spirit animal by adopting a fluffy little pirate puppy into his life. The user writes, “My brother, who only has vision in one eye, bought a dog that was only born with one eye that … Read more

8 Fun Facts About Labrador Retrievers

We all know that the Labrador Retriever is fun-loving, loyal, and full of energy, but what else do you think you may know about this breed that is loved by so many all over the world? Here are 8 fun facts you may not have known about Labrador Retrievers: 1. The Labrador Retriever is America’s favorite pooch! If you didn’t know this already, I’m sure you’re not surprised! They’ve topped the charts of the American Kennel Club’s “Most Popular Dog Breeds In America” list for 24 … Read more

Dog Saves Grandmother From Burning Home On Christmas Eve

The Hawman family may have lost their house during Christmas eve, but they’re still happy because thanks to their beloved dog Rex, their Grandma and their other pets were still with them to celebrate Christmas. The family’s grandmother, Noreen Lucas, was sick with Pneumonia at that time. While the rest of the family went to a relative’s house for dinner, Noreen stayed at home. She was sleeping on the living room couch when the fire broke out. Rex the dog … Read more

Poor Dog’s Reaction To Human Touch Him Will Make You Want To Wash Away The Pain

Dogs who have experienced some kind of trauma caused by cruel humans are usually scared by every human they encounter. Because of the pain they’ve gone through before, they would think that every human out there is going to hurt them. That is why they get so scared when they get rescued. When you see and hear the reaction of the dog in the video below when a human tries to show him kindness by touching him, you will wonder … Read more

RECALL ALERT – Big Dog Natural Recalls Dog Food Due To Possible Health Risks

The FDA (Food & Drug Administration) just announced that Big Dog Natural of Brick, New Jersey is voluntary recalling a select production lot of Big Dog Natural raw dehydrated dog food Chicken Supreme potentially contaminated with Salmonella and Fish Supreme potentially contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes. Big Dog Natural became aware of a potential issue after receiving notification from the FDA that a sample of Chicken Supreme tested positive for Salmonella and a sample of Fish Supreme for Listeria monocytogenes. RELATED: The Complete Dog Food … Read more

Dog Is Finally Reunited With Rightful Owners After Missing For 6 Years!

A miracle happened to a family just before Christmas. The Marks family thought they’d never see their dog again after he went missing when they were vacationing in the Pioche Hills in southeastern Nevada. Willie, an 11-year-old Shetland Sheepdog, has been missing for 6 long years. While they were up in the mountains, Willie and his brother chased a rabbit. Willie’s brother returned later, but Willie never came back. David and Alison Marks searched for him all weekend despite the … Read more

Eyeless Jack Russell Has Learned How To Get Around The House With Ease!

Dogs are very resilient creatures. Some shelter dogs may have gone through a lot of pain, but with proper care, we’ve seen how they’ve gotten over the trauma, and learned to enjoy life and trust humans again. The dog in the video below has lost his vision. Although there are no details provided how this 8-year-old Jack Russell lost his eyes, he has somehow learned how to navigate around the house. Watch the video below! Source: Eyeless Jack Russell navigates … Read more

Senior Dog Is Devastated When She Is Dumped For Younger Dog

On December 30th, Cookie arrived at the San Bernardino City Shelter with her beloved family, which included a young canine companion, then watched from behind kennel bars as they walked out without her. Confused and lonely, the senior Cocker spaniel whimpered for the comfort of her loved ones, but they did not return. “Cookie is crying for her buddy and her family. She watched as the family drove away with her buddy and left her to die,” writes a volunteer who must have been heartbroken from … Read more

Breaking News – Ring In The New Year With A Neuter For Just $20!

Do you have a male cat or dog that needs to be neutered? While excuses abound as to why people put off the deed, cost is a main reason. All this month, PetSmart Charities Spay/Neuter Blitz Grants is helping alleviate that concern by funding a campaign to offer $20 neuters across the United States and Ontario, Canada, to help pet parents start the New Year off right and reduce pet overpopulation. The program is for male dogs and cats only, and … Read more

Born With Birth Defects, Derby The Dog Can Now Live Life To The Fullest!

Derby the Dog, as he has come to be known, is a Husky that was born with a congenital deformity – his front legs were abnormally small and had no front paws. This meant he could not walk or sit like a normal dog. He was given to Peace and Paws, a New Hampshire rescue group, and was fostered by Tara Anderson. As fate would have it, Anderson worked for a 3D printing company called 3D Systems. Anderson decided to … Read more

Watch This Sweet Video Of A Dog Helping An Autistic Boy Overcome His Fears

Baylyn, a sweet 8-year-old boy, suffers from Autism. Unlike some children who welcome Christmas by opening their presents, Baylyn is just too scared of the noise that the wrapping paper makes to enjoy that experience. But thanks to his Golden Labrador named Zander, Baylyn was finally able to experience the joy of opening Christmas presents this year. It was last year when Baylyn gave Zander Christmas presents. And when he watched how his dog tore open the Christmas wrapper with … Read more

Shelter Dog With Inoperable Cranial Tumor Is Given The Best Gift Ever By Loving Family

Everyone, meet Adalard, or Addy for short. Addy is a 3-year-old dog with an inoperable cranial tumor. Doctors say that he only has a life expectancy of 2 days. Addy was a stray when he came to the Montgomery County Animal Shelter. The shelter then contacted Lone Star Boxer Rescue, and now Addy is under their hospice care. Then a family came forward to give Addy the best and most precious gift a dog could ever have–a loving family. Since … Read more

What To Do With An Anxious Dog When You’re Having People Over

Having an anxious dog can take all the fun out of having people over. You stress about how your dog will react, which actually just stresses your dog out even more. The good news is, you can successfully have people over with an anxious dog–but you just have to do a little planning beforehand. Association of Pet Dog Trainers (APDT) member Casey Newton, CPDT-KA, founder of Wonder Puppy dog training facility in Portland, Oregon, has provided the following tips on … Read more