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Passage Of Act Means We Are One Step Closer To Bringing Home All Our Four-Legged Veterans

America’s four-legged warriors are one step closer to being guaranteed a ride home following service to their country, following the passage of the 2016 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) by both the House of Representatives and Senate. For the first time, language in the bill, supported by the American Humane Association, mandates that our heroic military working dogs will be returned to U.S. soil upon retirement, and that their human handlers and their families – to whom these dogs mean more … Read more

Mama Dog Gives Birth Inside A College Campus, Now She & Her Puppies Need A Home

Hope For Paws received a call about a mother dog who gave birth inside a college campus. The new mama gave birth to three puppies. When Eldad and Lisa of Hope For Paws got to the area, they saw the mother hiding in between a trench and a chainlink fence. When they tried to approach, the mother dog got scared of the rescuers so she tried to run away. Thankfully, Eldad managed to get a hold of her. The poor … Read more

12 Dogs Who Wish You Were There

As the weather gets cold and the holidays get crazy, we chilly, stressed-out humans tend to start fantasizing about adventuring to faraway lands. Here are 12 touristy, traveling pooches who would love nothing more than for you to join them on their global getaways. Whether you daydream about exploring foreign lands, wading in the tide, or sight-seeing in the snow, take a few minutes to sit back, relax, and live vicariously through these vacationing pups. They may be living the good life–but for the them, … Read more

GONE VIRAL: Soldier & His Dog Hurt By A Bomb Treated In Hospital Side By Side In The Same Room

Army Spc. Andrew Brown and his canine partner Rocky got injured during one of their operations in Afghanistan. Brown and Rocky were hurt when a Improvised Explosive Device (IED) exploded while they were searching for a structure in support of ongoing operations. Brown and Rocky are now at the Walter Reed Hospital in Washington, D.C, were they are treated side by side in the same room. SPC Brown and Rocky are both doing well after being treated for injuries they … Read more

BREAKING NEWS RECALL ALERT – MARS Petcare Recalls Treats Due To Mold

According to Petsmart, MARS Petcare issued a voluntary recall on Nutro Chewy Treats Apple due to potential mold. Affected Product The following product has been pulled:   Nutro Chewy Treats Apple Size: 4oz. bag Petsmart SKU: 5229600 Product UPC: 7910511344 Lot Codes: Lots codes beginning with ‘4 50’, ‘5 02’, ‘5 03’, OR ‘5 05’ (regardless of best by date). The Risks Watch for any signs of sickness in your dog. Common signs to watch for include: Vomiting Agitation Walking … Read more

Peanut Butter Pups Take Over Instagram

If you have ever given your dog peanut butter, than you know the cute face it causes as they try and get every last lick. Invariably they get it on their nose and chin, causing their tongue to do acrobatics as they stretch, wrap, and twist it to get every last drop of that delicious peanut butter. So cute, in fact, are these “peanut butter faces” that photographer Stephanie McCombie asked people to take pictures of their dog licking peanut … Read more

Ask A Vet: Could This Drug Extend Your Dog’s Life?

We all want our dogs to live longer. Certain compounds may hold the key to our hopes. Rapamycin is an FDA approved drug for humans after kidney transplant. As early as 1977, rapamycin was used as an immune modulator in cases of immune mediated disease and to prevent rejection post organ transplant. 1 Along the way, it was discovered that some of the mouse populations treated with rapamycin exhibited prolonged life span. More than one study has been able to … Read more

Bravo Pet Food Is Recalling Batches of Dog and Cat Food Due To Salmonella

Bravo Pet Foods of Manchester, CT, is recalling a select lot of Bravo Chicken Blend Diet for dogs and cats due to concerns of a possible salmonella contamination. The recall was initiated after routine testing of a 2lb. chub of Bravo Chicken Blend diet for dogs and cat (Item #21-102) by the Colorado State Department of Agriculture, collected at a single retailer, revealed the presence of Salmonella. According to a release made by the company, they are also recalling three … Read more

This Dog Has A Peculiar Way Of Running Down The Stairs

One of the challenges that a puppy faces is conquering the stairs. When you’re a little dog, the stairs seems like an intimidating figure that’s really hard to conquer. However, the little dog in the video below has already conquered the stairs. He may be little but he’s definitely not scared of it. In fact, he has a very peculiar way of running down the stairs! Check out the video below! Awwww…what a cutie! But I wonder why he runs … Read more

This Amazing Hospital Now Allows Your Pets To Visit You

We consider dogs and cats as family members. We include them in celebrating special occasions, and cherish the friendship and loyalty they give to us. Many of us even consider our dogs and cats as our therapists and the best of friends! They are so good in cheering us up and comforting us when we are sad, and especially when we are sick. The Juravinski Hospital, a hospital located in Canada, understands how pets can affect a person’s health. So … Read more

Neglected Dog Who Didn’t Even Have The Strength To Walk Now Lives In The Lap of Luxury

Duffy was one of 57 dogs the Humane Society of the United States (HSUS) rescued from a puppy mill raid. They were living in disgusting conditions. Duffy was found exactly where he lies in the below picture – a matted mess in a dirty room, lying next to chemicals. Even though he was severely neglected, Duffy wagged his tail at his rescuers. He had not lost hope that he would make it out of the nightmare he was forced to … Read more

Russian Leader Stops Everything To Grant Underprivileged Girl’s Wish

Come Christmas time, many kids dream of all the things they hope to find under their tree. But for kids that aren’t so fortunate, sometimes those dreams are overshadowed by harsh realities. For children that grow up on a strict budget, sometimes their wishes won’t become a reality… but that doesn’t mean that they still don’t hope for miracles. Olga Maruchshenko is a twelve-year-old girl living in a small town in Siberia, Russia, who dreamed of getting a “blue-eyed husky” … Read more

Dog Is Almost Killed By Trash Compactor, But A Sanitation Worker Came To His Rescue

Steve Shelafoe is a sanitation worker in Phoenix, Arizona. As a sanitation collector, he sees a lot of strange stuff thrown in the trash. But he was shocked to see a dog at the back of his truck, moments away from being killed by the trash compactor. Steve told Fox News, “At first I thought he was just a stuffed animal, because he wasn’t really moving, and then as I stopped it then he jumped up on top and started … Read more

Dog Who Needs To Sit In A High Chair To Eat Is Looking For a Forever Home

Everyone, meet Mickey–a dog with a problem in his esophagus that he needs a high chair for him to eat. Mickey was around 33 to 35 pounds when he arrived at the Lethbridge and Distinct Humane Society in Alberta, Canada. The problem is that his esophagus does not contract to push food or water down. So for Mickey to eat and let food and water go down his digestive system, he has to sit in a special high chair, otherwise … Read more

This Awesome Dog Travels Across The North America Performing Amazing Tricks!

We love to travel, even our dogs love to travel with us. And we always make sure that we take excellent photos and videos during our travels. But I gotta say, this dog has the BEST travel video I have ever seen! This Collie named Hero loves to travel with his humans. And in the video, you will see him visiting different places across the North America. But what makes Hero’s video special is that he performs awesome tricks in … Read more

Adorable Dogs & Cats Helping Out In Santa’s Workshop Is Purrfect

Move over elves, this year, Santa has a different kind of helper – adorable dogs and cats! Although we are quite sure that if real dogs and cats were helping out at the North Pole there would be a lot less work going on, this video is absolutely perfect! Santa even rewards the pups with well-deserved treats as they work! Nice job Santa! Admit, we all have one of these guys at work… And of course, cats are quality control…who … Read more

All These Puppies Want Is A HOME For Christmas!

It’s Christmas time, a time to believe in miracles and wish granting. We all have special wishes that we hope will come true – secret desires or hopes that we only dare to dream this time of year. For these puppies, that secret wish is a home for the holidays. Rescued by 2nd Chances Rescue located in Norco, California, there are two litters of puppies looking for homes. The first were pulled from a shelter after their mom, Bessie, gave birth … Read more

Here Are 6 Reasons Why Your Dog Could “Santa” Better Than St. Nic Himself!

We love Santa and we love our dog. Did you ever consider that your dog could out-santa Santa himself? Here’s why!  1. Your dog already has a fur lined coat. Your dog is pretty well equipped for the holiday season. He has his fur coat on and looks spiffy. Mrs. Claus wouldn’t even have to iron it, in fact, he would prefer if she did not.  2. Your dog is, by nature, happy and jolly. Dogs have joy in their … Read more

Need Something To Brighten Up Your Day? Here’s A Salsa-Dancing Puppy!

Are you looking for a little something to brighten up your day? Well, we have just the video for you! This cute and funny puppy video will definitely have you smiling! In the video below, you will see a super adorable salsa-dancing puppy! This puppy is actually trying to reach his human who’s sitting on the couch. Watch the video and see how this cutie dances around as he’s trying to get up the couch! Salsa Puppy with the fire … Read more

This Dog Hates Bathtime So Much, She Literally Pouts Like A Baby!

Most dogs love to play with water. They love to swim, and they even love to soak themselves in the mud. But when it comes to bathtime, they act like it’s the end of the world. They run, they hide, and they cry. They will do anything to avoid taking a bath. The dog in the video below hates bathtime so much that she literally cries in her bath. Eisley, a one-year-old English Bulldog, clearly doesn’t like bath time. But … Read more

It’s An Olaf Christmas With Doug The Pug

What could be better for the upcoming holiday season than a mash-up between everyone’s favorite Disney movie, Frozen and everyone’s celebrity Pug, Doug? A photo posted by Doug The Pug (@itsdougthepug) on Dec 1, 2015 at 10:15am PST Nothing could be better. Unless Doug was dressed up as everyone’s favorite snowman Olaf (sorry Frosty). Oh wait…HE IS DRESSED AS EVERYONE’S FAVORITE SNOWMAN! We are pretty sure neither Olaf nor Doug needs Caffeine… And what do you think his opinion is … Read more

Smart Dog Helps Mom Prepare His Peanut Butter Kong Treat

It’s so amazing that dogs are starting to help around the house. We’ve seen dogs who are trained to help do chores–just like that German Shepherd named Baron. The dog in the video below may not be doing chores like Baron, but he sure is starting to help out his mom. This cutie helps his mom prepare his Kong treat. He obeys mom’s instructions by giving her everything she needs so she can put some peanut butter in his toy. … Read more

The 12 Pets Of Christmas: A Video Featuring The 12 Christmas Wishes Of Homeless Pets

Just a few days more to go and it’s Christmas. Have you done your Christmas shopping already? While we are all busy with the Holiday season, making lists, buying gifts, decorating our houses, and putting up Christmas trees, there are homeless animals out there who are still wishing to have a home and a family. The Animal Welfare League Australia (AWLA) has a campaign for homeless pets this festive season. To encourage people to adopt and give homeless animals a … Read more

12 Dogs Who Prove That Blondes Have More Fun

It’s an age-old debate: do blondes really have more fun? There are strong arguments from both fair and dark-coated canines alike, but the question remains. While we may never truly know the answer, here are a handful of barky, bubbly, yell0w-haired pups who want to show that world that they know how to let the good times roll. Meet 12 barkers who proudly represent Team Blonde: 1. Introducing this sassy supermodel. This girl knows her best angles, and isn’t afraid to flaunt them! She’s practically the … Read more

11 Reasons Why Your Rescue Dog Actually Rescued You

Dog owners know that when they take rescues home, those dogs may never have had a second chance if it wasn’t for them. And from that victory ride home, your rescue dog becomes a part of your family. Whether your dog came from your local shelter or humane society, off the streets, or by chance in the strangest of circumstances, this is what we dog rescuers mean when we say that our rescue dogs have actually rescued us: 1. Dogs are like superheroes for the soul.  … Read more

Dog Donates Blood To Another Dog & Saves His Life. Now They’re Best Friends!

Friendships can be formed in the most unexpected circumstances. Most of the time, friendships that are formed in times of difficulties are the strongest and most lasting of all. That’s because that friendship has been tested and it remained strong despite of the hardships it went through. Nellie and Dylan are two dogs who have formed a friendship in the most dire circumstances. Mark and Jane Robinson was taking Nellie out for a walk when she was hit by a … Read more

Abused Dog With An Underbite Makes Video To Find A Loving Home

Everyone, meet Romeo–an abused dog who’s looking for a loving, forever home. Romeo has a beautiful smile–especially with his adorable underbite. Romeo had a rough start in life. He has scars around his mouth because a cruel person bound shut his muzzle. Romeo is sometimes called Nervous Nelly because he gets nervous easily. He quivers and paces occasionally–which is probably a result of the abuse he experienced. But now Romeo is showing everyone that he is worthy of your love. … Read more

Heroic Labrador Rescues Two Dogs Trapped In A Canoe

Dogs are truly amazing! They save lives; not only human lives, but other dogs too! Just like what happened in the video below. According to Rumble user DeborahFaddis, a gust of wind blew a canoe away from the gravel bar and into the middle of the river. When this happened, two dogs jumped inside the canoe; and that got them into trouble. The two dogs were trapped in the canoe rapidly floating downstream. But then a hero jumps into the … Read more

Two Years After His Dog Was Taken, Man Gets A Phone Call That Changes His Life!

Having your pet stolen is any animal owner’s worst fear realized. From the moment you bring your animal companion home, it’s love. You can’t imagine a life without them, whether it’s been 3 days or 3 years. For Jason, he loved his Shih Tzu, Polo, so much from the first moment they met. The two did everything together, and Jason couldn’t have been any more proud or admiring of his doggy best friend. But then, one day, everything changed. Someone stole … Read more

Check Out This “Accidental” Double Dog Treat Trick!

We train our dogs to do tricks, and we take videos of them to document their progress and their accomplishments. However, things don’t always go as planned. Some dogs get camera-shy and fail to perform the trick. However, some dogs just completely surprise us with something even more amazing! Just like the two dogs in the video below! In the video, one dog tries to do a trick by flipping a treat off his nose and catching it. But then … Read more

These Dogs Have HAD IT With Elf On The Shelf!

SURFICE Dog Ricochet and her buddy Rhina are soo over the Elf on The Shelf. They are bent on getting rid of him and calling on all dogs to do the same – He’s America’s Most Unwanted they claim: And are warning neighbor dogs to stay away! They have tried everything to get rid of their Elf – toasting him seemed like a sure-fire way… But the elf fought back with TP… What about electrocution – that should work! Instead, … Read more

After The Odds Were Against Them, Two Bonded Dogs Are Bound Together Forever!

Life isn’t easy for a shelter animal. Many who enter never leave, and some wait days upon days without even so much as a single lead on a forever home. Zeus and Abbey are two former shelter dogs who know exactly what that life feels like. Abbey spent 800 days in the shelter at Speranza Animal Rescue just hoping to find a family that would give her a loving home. Abbey was not naturally trusting of humans, after suffering physical … Read more

This Amazing Woman Makes Sweaters For Homeless Dogs To Make Them Feel Warm And Loved!

Jan Brown, a woman from Sunderland, England, is a dog lover. She owns four dogs, three Greyhounds and one German Shepherd. Jan is also very skilled in knitting. And she combined her two passions by knitting sweaters for dogs. The idea began when she was inspired to knit a sweater for her very own rescued Greyhound. Then she began hand-knitting dog coats to raise money and awareness for the Greyhound Rescue Northeast. Her knitting became so popular that it became … Read more

18 Gifts That Help Dogs In Need

While shopping for that perfect gift for anyone on your list, consider one of these great choices, all of which help dogs in need by giving back a portion of your purchase price. So really, it’s like giving two gifts – the one you bought and the donation the company gives to a charity. And we have everything on this list – from wine and coffee to clothes and dog toys – so we are sure you can find something ... Read more

Heartless Dog Owner Caught On Video Dumping His Dog In Front Of The Shelter

Dogs are like family to us. That’s why we cater to their every need. We care for our dogs, we give them food, and we worry when they get sick or if they go missing. They are more than just pets to us. That is why we will never understand the people who can just easily abandon their dogs like they’re a piece of trash. This beautiful dog named Angel didn’t have a great start in life. She once belonged … Read more

Alert: Potential Danger To Dogs Is Already In Your Home

There is something in your kitchen and maybe many other rooms of your home that can seriously hurt your dog. We add it to many of our food items and we use it in utilitarian jobs around our houses. It even crops up in recreational gear. It is salt and it can be a danger to your dog. Sodium ion toxicosis is a clinical syndrome that occurs when an animal ingests salt out of balance with the amount of water … Read more

The 8 Things You Want For Christmas From Your Dog

Although you’re your little fuzzbutt’s favorite person in the world, she can’t exactly grab her Americanine Express card and purchase this season’s Chewy Vuitton to gift you for Christmas to show you how much she cares. However, there are a few things that she can (and not do!) to make this howl-iday extra special. Although you couldn’t be happier that she is by your side all year long, there are days when she tends to be a little more naughty than nice. You know what your dog wants for … Read more

From Euthanasia List to Healthy & Ready for His Forever Home!

The following update highlights how your purchases from iHeartDogs.com are making in impact on shelters across the nation! Meet Hank, an old pup from Marietta, Oklahoma. Hank found himself on the euthanasia list at his local shelter due to old age and severe injuries. A broken leg, cuts all over his body and a staph infection that caused him to itch constantly left this sweet pup at deaths door. Thanks to contributions from Rescue Bank, Stray Dog Ranch Inc. was … Read more

Top 10 Dog Names Of 2015

We can’t believe it’s almost 2016! As part of Rover.com’s, the nation’s AirBnb for dogs, year-end tradition, they just released the most popular dog names of 2015. Among the dog name trends this year, naming dog’s “human” or “children” names is growing, probably as more and more dog owners consider themselves pet parents. Another popular theme in dog names is pop culture. Dogs named after Hunger Games, Harry Potter and Star Wars are still big. Other, once popular dog names … Read more

Dog Can’t Stand Her Owner Kissing Another Dog, Even If It’s Just A Photo!

Is your dog the jealous type? Is he possessive of you? We’ve seen dogs who easily get jealous. There was even that one dog who didn’t like it when his parents kiss. However the dog in the video below gets so jealous, even if it’s not real dog that her mom is kissing. Annie the dog saw her mom kissing a photo of a dog in the computer screen. And since she wants her mom’s kisses all to herself, she’s … Read more

Persistent Dog Tries To Get Food From The Table

Life can unfair sometimes. It doesn’t always give us what we want and things don’t always go the way we want it to. But regardless, it always teaches us a lesson. The dog in the video below definitely learned her lesson. This cutie wanted to get the food on the table so badly, but she just can’t figure out how to reach it. She stands on her two hind legs, and she jumps, but she just couldn’t get to it. … Read more

5 Reasons To Love A Shelter Dog

I’ve always loved dogs, and I’ve been known to be partial to Great Danes because they’re big gentle giants, but loving a shelter dog back to life has been one of the greatest privileges I’ve ever experienced. There’s something so very special about adopting a homeless dog. If you’ve never rescued a shelter dog, it really is one of those personal experiences that changes your life and must be felt to be fully appreciated. I can tell you about my … Read more

Puppy Who Almost Drowned Shows Her Rescuers How Happy & Grateful She Is

A puppy who almost drowned and was saved by two amazing men was so happy that he got rescued. The poor pup was seen struggling to stay afloat and above water in what looks to be a bottom of a bridge. We have no details as to what happened, why and how the pup got down there. Thankfully, two brave men went down to rescue him. After the dog was rescued, he is so happy and thankful to the men … Read more

129 Dogs Seized From Home Puppy Mill Are Looking For Homes

Last week Sheriff Joe Arpaio and his deputies of the Maricopa County Sheriff’s department seized 129 dogs (mostly Pugs and French Bulldogs) and 1 cat from a puppy mill in Tonopah, Arizona. Sheriff Arpaio is on his way to Tonopah where deputies discovered this puppy mill. Look at the French Bulldogs. pic.twitter.com/tyvaZlvLkp — Ofc. Chris Hegstrom (@MCSOChris) November 18, 2015 The dogs were living in filthy conditions inside the home–feces and urine was everywhere in sight. Sheriff Arpaio is on … Read more

BREAKING NEWS: Delta Will No Longer Make Pets Fly As Baggage

You may remember some nasty press Delta Airlines received after deaths of pets who were traveling as checked baggage were reported. What you may not know is just how many incidents with pets the airline has had. According to The U.S Department of Transportation they have the highest number of pet deaths between May 2005 and September 2015 – 74 pets have died in the last 10 years on their flights, accounting for 25% of all recorded airline pet deaths in … Read more

Mom Creates Program With Dogs To Help Children With Autism

Tosha Tharp-Giannoccaro was having difficulty getting her autistic son Caleb to do his occupational therapy. A struggle many parents of autistic kids can relate to. That was until their French Bulldog, Zoe, decided to join in on the exercise routine at home. “When my son was diagnosed with autism, I found that when my French Bulldog Zoe was involved in his at home exercise routine he was more compliant,” Tharp-Giannoccaro told iHeartDogs.com. “So I began to incorporate her more and more. … Read more

DIY Peanut Butter Biscuits

TO NOTE: Always, check with your vet first if you think your dog might have allergies to the ingredients in this recipe or if you think there is anything that could cause an issue. They are your best source for information. This is intended as a treat for your pet, not a replacement for a balanced diet. This is a fun treat your dog will enjoy – no matter how young or old! Whether it be a special occasion or just … Read more

These Pets Sound So Much Like Humans It’s Crazy!!

Have you ever heard your cat or dog trying to talk? We’ve seen videos of cats and dogs who can talk like humans, like that famous talking Husky named Mishka who can say a couple of words and phrases like, “Hello” and “I love you”. And since we love watching and listening to pets who can talk like humans, BuzzFeed, in association with America’s Funniest Videos, put together video clips and made an awesome video compilation of dogs and cats … Read more

Huskie Puppies Exploring Snow Is The Cutest Thing On Earth

I don’t think there is anything cuter than a bunch of Husky puppies playing in their “natural” environment. But when you have someone as talented as Fox Grom photographing them (remember his images of Huskies “walking on water” earlier this year?) than it really becomes magical. The Russian photographer recently took out some adorable husky puppies with his sled team. While the three have a warm and cozy spot on the sled, he took time to stop and let them … Read more

This Dog Who Just Stole Something Is Not As Sneaky As He Thinks!

Dogs can be so sneaky sometimes. Whenever dogs steal something, they usually wait until there are no witnesses around. And when the coast is clear, they quickly grab whatever it is they wanna steal, and then make a quick getaway! However, there are some dogs who are not so talented in being sneaky. Just like the dog in the video below. This dog found a toilet paper roll in the bathroom and he goes ahead to steal it. But little … Read more