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13 Dogs Who Ate Way Too Much This Thanksgiving

(Note: Always be careful what you feed your dog! Please educate yourself on what kinds of foods are dangerous and what qualifies as safe, dog-friendly options to give your pup before feeding her “human food”!) We hope you had a happy Thanksgiving! If you’re suffering from a turkey hangover, you’ll be able to relate to these ten tuckered-out, turkey-loving canines! 1. First there’s this dog, who’s about to lapse into a food coma. Three words, my friends: Tryp-to-phan. Or “stuffed and lazy.” Or “I love food.” … Read more

This Dog Dad Has A Brilliant Way Of Making His Dog Take Her Medicine!!

One of the issues that we dog owners go through is making our beloved dogs take their medicine. We know medicine can taste super icky sometimes, so we can’t really blame them if they don’t like it. But we also know the meds are for their own good, so we think of creative ways to trick them into taking them. Now this dog dad has a brilliant way of making his Dachshund take her medicine. He knows that his dog … Read more

Watch This Heartwarming Video Of A Disabled Dog Who Can Finally Run!

Everyone, meet Daisy–a disabled dog who just got prosthetic legs and finally experienced what it’s like to run! Daisy’s life didn’t have a good start. An animal control officer found her when she was still a puppy, wandering the streets alone. Luckily, she was rescued a few hours before she was going to be euthanized. But Daisy’s life was about to get even better, cos after she got rescued, it wasn’t long before she was adopted by a loving family. … Read more

Watch These Dogs Feel The Warm Touch Of A Loving Hand For The Very First Time

Imagine a life spent in fear and uncertainty…not knowing what it’s like to be loved and cared for. That’s how stray dogs feel. They don’t have a place to call home, they have to find food for themselves, and they have to watch their backs. Sometimes they beg for food, but some people would just shoo or chase them away, and some cruel people would even hurt them. So when stray dogs get rescued, most of them have no idea … Read more

BREAKING NEWS RECALL ALERT – Blue Buffalo Recalls Wilderness Wild Chews Bones Due to Salmonella

Blue Buffalo Company is voluntarily recalling one production lot of Cub Size Wilderness Wild Chews Bones.  This is being done in an abundance of caution, as the product has the potential to be contaminated with Salmonella. Routine testing at the manufacturing site revealed the presence of Salmonella in the product. No illnesses have been reported to date and no other Blue Buffalo products are affected. Affected Product The product was distributed starting November 19, 2015 in PetSmart stores located in the following 9 states: California … Read more

Were There Dogs At The First Thanksgiving?

As Thanksgiving approaches, we should all think about where this country began. We all enjoy the benefits of the struggles of the early pioneers who helped this country begin. No matter where your family originated, you cannot help but be awed by the revolutionary spirit and tenacity of these founding citizens. But have you ever wondered what role animals played? Dogs are undoubtedly an important part of today’s American life. Certainly livestock played their part in the early days, but … Read more

Man Makes A Beautiful Tribute Video For His Beloved Dog Who Lost Her Battle With Cancer

Losing a dog is hard. Dogs are family, and it’s really hard to say goodbye to a beloved member of the family. No words could ever describe the pain in our hearts. And no words are ever enough to describe how much we love them and how much we’re going to miss them when they are gone. Since words are just not enough to express all the emotions, a man named John Loughney created a video as tribute to his … Read more

The Dog Given Away Who Just “Wanted To Be By Your Side” Finds An Amazing Forever Home

If you’re anything like me, you love when your dog is next to you. I like knowing that my dog wants to be around me, almost like their way of letting me know that they are right there just in case I want to reach down and pet them at any given moment. That’s one of the things that you love the most, right? Well, for one man in Texas, this was the very reason he gave his dog away … Read more

Puppy Was Dumped At A High-Kill Shelter For His “Imperfections”… But We Think He’s Beautiful!

Nobody’s perfect. So it’s not fair for people to get rid of dogs just because they think the dog is not perfect. How would you feel if your so-called family abandons you because of your imperfections? You’d feel depressed, right? Just imagine how this poor Pit Bull puppy felt when his family dumped him at a high-kill shelter because he wasn’t perfect. His name is Captain Morgan.   Posted by Nicole Horabik on Tuesday, November 10, 2015   Captain Morgan’s eye … Read more

This Bonded Family Of An Abandoned Pig And Her Two Dogs Is Looking For A Forever Home

This is not something most shelters come across every day– two dogs and a pig who were left in the “stray building” of Animal Rescue League of Berks County, Pennsylvania one night in September. The rescuers found them the following morning. There was no note, nothing to tell them where they came from or why they had been abandoned. The animals seemed love and well cared for, so they believe the owners must have fallen upon hard times. A turtle … Read more

This Dog Knows How To Smile & Pose For the Camera! (Yes, Really!)

Be honest, when you take a picture of your dog, how many shots does it take before you get that perfect photo? We dog lovers just love taking photos of our dog. But sometimes (or maybe most of the time), our dogs are not very cooperative. So it’s hard for us to get that perfect photo. Some dog owners would try a few tricks, like showing them a treat or a toy so they would stop moving for just a … Read more

Kitty Wants A Piggy Back Ride, But The Dog Is Not Having Any Of It!

When it comes to playfulness, it’s usually the dogs who keep on annoying the cats just because they want to play. However, it seems to be opposite in the video below. This time it’s the kitty who’s annoying the dog! The small kitty wants a piggy back ride, and she’s already hanging on to the dog’s fur. But this dog is not having any of it! This doggy refuses to give the kitty a piggy back ride! Watch the video … Read more

These 21 Puppies Playing In The Sprinkler Are Guaranteed To Make You Smile!

Looking for something to make you smile today? Well you just landed to the right page! That’s because we have 21 reasons for you to smile! This video we have for you today will surely make you smile from ear to ear! These 21 adorable Golden Retriever puppies sure know how to beat the heat! These adorable babies are having fun outside, frolicking in the grass, and splish-splashing with the water from the sprinkler! Check out the adorable video below! … Read more

Millionaire Spends His Fortune Rescuing Dogs From Slaughter

There are heroes everywhere, even though we may not recognize them based off appearances. They may not fly, have x-ray vision, or have super-strength, but they save lives nonetheless. We salute the heroes who put themselves at risk and those who sacrifice everything they have for the good of others. There’s a man in China that we can definitely call a hero, because this guy spent his life’s earnings to save the lives of dogs who were about to be … Read more

Miraculous Recovery For A Dog That Had Turned To “Stone” From Severe Mange

 Animal Aid Unlimited in India is an organization that rescues strays off the streets. Often times they receive calls for dogs that are worn down, neglected, or trapped and unable to escape. But this rescue is like nothing they’d ever seen in all their experiences. In the back of an old and abandoned truck, they found a female dog, a curled pile of mange that almost looked like a stone statue, unmoving and still–barely breathing. The rescue workers brought her … Read more

After Hearing Barking In An Abandoned House, They Had No Idea The Rescue Would Turn Into This

We can never understand how people could just abandon their dogs. Dogs are family, they’re very loyal friends–how do some people bear the thought of leaving a defenseless family member behind? But thanks to rescuers like the Tunica Humane Society, abandoned dogs are getting a second chance of having a loving forever home. In August 2015, the Tunica Humane Society rescued a total of 19 dogs from an abandoned tenant house in Coahoma County, Mississippi. When they got to the … Read more

Dog Gives Girl With Incurable Disease The Ability To Walk For The First Time

(WARNING: you are going to need tissues for this one!) At an age when most girls are trying out sports and dreaming of their first dance, Bella is just struggling to get around. 11-years old and in the fifth grade, she weighs just 43 pounds. At two years old, she was diagnosed with a rare genetic disease that attacks the bones – there is no cure for her disease. George is a 131-pound Great Dane. He does for Bella what … Read more

9 Holiday Foods That Are Safe To Share With Your Dog

The holidays are here and that means more food than we (or your dog!) can imagine. It’s natural that you would want your dog to share in the festivities with a special treat from the table, but many popular holiday and Christmas dishes include ingredients that are not safe for dogs, like onion, sugar, and chocolate. Others, while not toxic, are just not healthy, such as those high in fat and starch. Butter, milk, and cheese can really tear up … Read more

Best Cranberry Supplement For Dogs

Cranberries are a wonderful food with many health benefits including lowering risk of urinary tract infections, improved immune function, decreasing blood pressure and even helping prevent certain types of cancer. In addition, a half cup only contains 25 calories! Sounds great doesn’t it? So next time you are at your vet’s, ask if your dog would benefit from having a bit of cranberry added to their diet. They can tell you how much your dog should get a day. Here … Read more

7 Dogs Destined for the Dog Meat Market In Korea Take Their First Steps of Freedom in America

In Korea, dogs are considered property. They are raised as livestock, essentially, being sold to meat markets for a profit. “Not everybody is like that, but many of the people think that way,” says Yumi of Aniband, a non-profit animal rescue organization established in Seoul, Korea providing refuge to stray and unwanted companion animals. Find us on Facebook. Fundraising. An emotional Yumi explains that when it’s time, there is no one to help the dogs escape their fate, except this … Read more

Mixed Breed Dogs Dress As Pure Breeds To Get Noticed And Adopted

If you were given a choice, would you choose a purebred dog or a mixed breed? Most people would choose pure breeds over mixed breeds. That’s why most mixed breed dogs in shelters and adoption events go unnoticed. Some people would even rather buy pure breed puppies than save a homeless senior dog. An organization in Peru has seen that happen so many times. So they decided to take action. They wanted to let people see that mixed breed dogs … Read more

10 Ways To Thank Your Dog This Thanksgiving

We are all thankful for everything our dogs give us every day – from love to laughter. So, it’s nice to give or do something for them that’s special every once in a while as a way of saying “thanks for all you do for me.” Here are 10 ways you can say “thanks” to your dog this Thanksgiving. Are you doing something special for your pup this year? Tell us in the comments! #1 – Give him a special … Read more

Owner Walks In To Find A Mess, But He Can’t Even Be Mad When He Finds The Dog Here

It’s happened to all of us dog owners before. You walk in after a long day, you’re stressed out, tired, hungry, and want nothing more than to lay down on the couch and relax in front of your TV with your dog by your side. Most dogs, with the exception of those rascals who can’t be tamed, are pretty good for the most part whenever we are away. But, there are some dogs who have a kryptonite that they can’t … Read more

Watch These Dogs Catch Treats In Slow Motion! Their Faces Are Simply Hilarious!

I don’t know about you, but watching dogs doing things in slow motion has always fascinated me. Not only are they entertaining and amusing to look at, you can also learn a great deal about dogs when you observe them doing things in slow motion. Like that slow motion video of a dog drinking water, where we learned that dogs actually scoop the water out using their tongues. But the best thing about slow motion videos is that they’re hilarious! … Read more

Your Old Sweaters May Just Save A Dog’s Life! Read This & Find Out How!

Do you have an old sweater that you just keep at the back of your closet or in storage? Well, there’s a way for you to get rid of that sweater and help a dog at the same time. Wanna know how? Read on below… Autumn is here and winter is coming. It’s not just us humans who need to keep ourselves toasty, because our beloved canine friends also want to keep themselves warm in the winter season. So the … Read more

Watch These Funny Dogs Who Just Can’t Fight Off Those Zzz’s Any Longer!

Those who have tried to fight sleep know that most of the time, sleep wins. It’s not just humans who struggle to stay awake, it’s dogs too! For some reason, some dogs will seriously fight the urge to just lay down and take a nap. We have no idea why, but what we know is that they look absolutely hilarious when they do. America’s Funniest Videos, in association with BuzzFeed, created this video compilation of dogs who have lost the … Read more

So-called ‘Unadoptable” Dog Found A Very Special Purpose In Life–Fostering Orphaned Wildlife

They called her UNWANTED, UNADOPTABLE…and she was scheduled to be euthanized, but what they didn’t know is that this so-called unadoptable and unwanted dog is a special dog with a truly noble calling. Princess the dog was saved from euthanization and she now has a very special purpose in life–she is fostering various orphaned animals. Jenny and Jimmy Desmond–consultants to the Jane Goodall Institute, the Harmony Fund, and The Humane Society, rescued Princess; and now this amazing trio is off … Read more

Super Simple DIY Pumpkin Pie For Your Dog

You don’t have to be a pro baker to make this tasty autumn treat for your dog. It doesn’t take very long to create, and the great thing about making homemade dog treats is you can change the recipe if needed for dogs with allergies or dietary restrictions. This dog treat recipe is so quick, easy and yummy, you’ll be tempted to try it yourself! Ingredients 16 oz. canned pumpkin (plain – not pie filling!)  ½ bananana  ¾  cup gluten … Read more

21 Black Friday & Cyber Monday Deals For Dog Lovers

It’s time for holiday shopping! Next week is one of the best times to not just buy gifts, but anything you’ve been wanting on sale. We have a fantastic list of holiday gift items for your dog and the dog lover in your life, as well as must-have essentials (like treats!) that you can stock up on at unbelievable prices. Be sure to stop by the iHeartDogs shop and load up on amazing gifts for all the dog lovers in … Read more

Russia Sends Puppy To France To Replace Diesel, The Fallen Police Dog

Everyone loves puppies, and they have the ability to bring spread joy even in the saddest of times. Earlier this week, Diesel, a seven-year-old Belgian Malinois, was killed in the line of duty, sparing the lives of 5 Police Nationale officers during a terrorist raid. As a way to show their respects, the country of Russia is giving a seven month old German Shepherd puppy to France, as a way to honor Diesel and the nation for all the pain … Read more

Man Went Searching For His Dog In The Woods, Finds Puppies Trapped Inside Sealed Aquarium

Seriously, we can’t stop thinking: “Who would do such a thing?” But here it is. Matt Williamson, a Hinds County, Mississippi resident, was out looking for his own dogs near a creek when he found something completely unexpected and very disturbing. Two puppies had been abandoned in an aquarium – its lid cemented shut. “I could see these eyes peering out at me and they looked like they need help,” Williamson told 16WAPT news. “They sent them here to drown,” … Read more

Zeus The Corgi Teaches His Protégé The Meaning of “Sit”

Zeus the corgi is steadily gaining popularity on Instagram due to his silly personality and uncanny ability to “strike a pose.” He even has a signature “tongue out” look and soulful eyes that just melt your heart. This is me.. I’m not act cute ok!!! But I AM CUTE😁😜 #corgination #corgisofinstagram #corgicommunity #corgistagram #corgilover #corgitime #corgiproblem #corgiworld #corgi #zephyrcorgi #zeusthecorgi #zeuscorgi #ZEUS #zeusthefatcorgi #cutecorgi A photo posted by 🐾 Hi!! I’m Zeus The Corgi 🐾 (@zeus.the.fat.corgi) on Oct 12, 2015 … Read more

4 Things Owners Do That Actually Cause More Harm Than Good

Did you know that there are things that you do that can reduce your dog’s lifespan? You can kill your dog with kindness. See if you are guilty of any of them and make an effort to fix them for your dog’s best life. Getting Happy-Fat Obesity shortens lives and impacts overall health. Look at your dog with a critical eye. When you press on his sides, can you feel his ribs? You should be able to. Look at him from … Read more

Couple Made Their Dog Their Wedding Videographer–And The Result Was Magical!

We consider dogs as part of the family, so we want to include them in every special occasion, may it be Christmas, birthdays, or Thanksgiving. One of the most special occasions in our lives is the wedding–a beautiful celebration of love. And of course, we’d love our dogs to join us in that celebration too. Some dog lovers would even make their dogs as part of the wedding entourage. But instead of letting their dog be part of the entourage, … Read more

It’s A Battle Between Dogs & Inanimate Objects! Who Do You Think Will Win?!

Have you ever seen your dog attacking or barking at a random, inanimate object? We don’t know what it is that dogs see in some inanimate objects that make them either fear it or attack it. There must be something about those objects that we just don’t see. America’s Funniest Videos, in association with BuzzFeed, created this video compilation of dogs versus inanimate objects. Just like this doggy: In this compilation, we get to see dogs battling and struggling with … Read more

Tumbles The Tiny Two-Legged Pup Gets A 3D-Printed Wheelchair!

Everyone, meet Tumbles–a six-week-old pup who just got a new 3D printed wheelchair! Little Tumbles was born without front legs. When he was just two-weeks-old, his previous owners decided to surrender him to Friends of the Shelter Dogs (FOSD)–a shelter located in Athens Ohio. They were worried that Tumbles won’t be fed properly since it’s hard for him to compete with the rest of the litter due to his condition. Posted by Friends of the Shelter Dogs on Monday, October 19, … Read more

15 Reasons We Are Thankful For Our Dogs

Dogs and humans have been friends for thousands and thousands of years. This partnership began when we found that dogs were happy to work for food. Even as technology took over many of those jobs, humans continue to share their lives with dogs! We no longer need our dogs to hunt or protect us from wild animals, but they do plenty of other things for us! Dogs have an amazing ability to love and understand, and it affects us in … Read more

Dog Is Eager To Play, But His Couch Potato Brother Won’t Budge!

We dog lovers love to play with our dogs. There’s nothing better than spending quality time with them, by going for a run, or playing with them outside. But sometimes, we’re just too exhausted to do all those. There are just times when we just can’t match their energy and hyperactivity. And it’s not just humans who get tired of playing too. Other dogs, especially older ones, just don’t have the same amount of energy as younger dogs do. Just … Read more

Dog Family Riding A Carousel Will Make All The Other Dogs Jealous

The family that eats together, stays together. And a Pug family that rides carousels together is incredibly cute together! We’ve seen dogs who love to ride carousels, but we’ve never seen a doggy family ride it together until now. This Pug family in Thailand is riding a carousel with the human kids and they look absolutely adorable sitting in one car and riding the carousel together! Check out the video below and see how cute these three Pugs are! I … Read more

Heartbreaking Story Of A Man And His Adventure Buddy, Booter The Dog

Andrew Muse and his 5-year-old Golden Retriever, Booter, are adventure buddies. Andrew Muse is a professional multi-sport athlete and he was living his dream of having road trips and adventures with his beloved dog, Booter. Andrew transformed an old-school camper into a home with wheels so he and his dog could enjoy adventures on the road together! Andrew and Booter were more than adventure buddies, they were family. Booter was always by Andrew’s side. The noblest of steeds. #Booter #dog … Read more

Former Sheep-Herding Dog Escapes Death & Gets A New Job As A Vet Nurse

Ruby is a pure breed working sheep dog. She once belonged to a farmer who paid a lot of money to get her, expecting her to excel in sheep-herding. But Ruby wasn’t born for that. So when she failed as sheep dog, the coldhearted farmer got mad at her and beat her. Ruby didn’t understand what she did wrong. Then the farmer decided he didn’t want her any more, and almost did the unthinkable. She got so scared that she wet … Read more

This Dog With A Rare Condition And Strange Spots Has Become A Local Celebrity!

Everyone, meet Rowdy–a 13-year-old black Labrador who became a local celebrity because of his rare skin condition called Vitiligo. His condition resulted in the change of color of the fur around his eyes. The strange white patches are perfectly placed around his eyes. And nope, it’s not Photoshop or makeup! Other than his rare condition, Rowdy is truly a special dog. He has escaped death twice; he survived a poisoning and a shooting. In the past, Rowdy was poisoned with … Read more

Couple Thought They Lost Their Dog In The House Fire–Only To See Him On TV Months Later!

A couple who thought they lost their dog in a house fire got the shock of their lives when they saw him alive on TV. Gage the Pit Bull came to the Humane Society of South Mississippi (HSSM) on October 27th, 2015 as a stray. His body was covered with 3rd degree burns. The people of HSSM immediately went to his aid, they gave him pain medication and evaluated his condition. They had to make sure his vitals were okay. … Read more

Can You Help This Blind And Deaf Senior Dog Find A Forever Home?

Dog Tales is a dog rescue and horse sanctuary in King City, Ontario Canada. It’s a safe place where abused, neglected, and abandoned animals can heal and be rehabilitated. This beautiful sanctuary has 50 acres of green fields, rolling hills and wooded areas, which means plenty of area for dogs and horses to run around and play. One of the dogs under the care of Dog Tales is a blind and deaf senior dog named Penelope–a shepherd mix who came … Read more

He May Have Been Born A Dog, But He Died A Hero Fighting Terrorists In France

This story doesn’t have the sort of ending that a dog lover would ever want to hear, but know that this dog died in the line of duty while saving 5 French police officers from being killed. Diesel was a stunning Belgian Malinois, 7 years of age, and a prized member of the Paris police force. The entire world is still remembering the massacre that occurred on November 13th in Paris, where over a 120 innocent lives were taken, with … Read more

Bonded Dogs Separated When One Gets Adopted, But Months Later They End Up In The Same Home

 I don’t know about you, but I LOVE a happy ending. It’s something that makes me smile, and if you’re anything like me, then you’ll really love this one. These two dogs, Abby and Riley, were just strays picked up off the streets, but when they got to the shelter they weren’t going to let anything keep them apart. Abby shocked everyone when she would routinely scale her kennel, escaping so that she could just be next to her best … Read more

Returned To The Shelter Twice, This Senior Dog Finally Found Her Calling

In honor of Adopt a Senior Dog Month, we wanted to share with you this nothing-short-of-amazing story about an incredible senior dog and the reason why everyone should consider adopting an older pet. Cassidy is a senior pit bull who had a hard life. Used as a breeding (and possibly even a bait) dog, she was not in good shape when she was finally rescued. In December 2012, she was transported from an over-crowded Californian shelter to Willamette Humane Society … Read more

Dog Thinks The Bone Design On His Bowl Is Real–And Tries To Eat It!

Sometimes our eyes can play tricks on us, and things are just not how we see them. It turns out it’s not just humans who experience that, dogs do too–especially since their eyesight is not as good than ours. The dog in the video below sees a bone in his dish, but for some reason he just can’t grab it. Well that’s because the bone is just a drawing. But this cutie is convinced that the bone is real and … Read more

Fifty The Two-Legged Dog Is In Love With His New Foster Pup!

Fifty is a two-legged Pit Bull who lost his two limbs because a police officer shot him for a ridiculous reason. According to his Facebook page, Fifty was shot because of breed discrimination. Fifty was seen by some people rooting around in their garbage. He was then shot because they thought he was dangerous, just because he’s a Pit Bull. But despite losing his limbs, Fifty didn’t lose hope. His family didn’t give up on him so neither did he. … Read more

Dog Refuses To Eat Her Food Unless Dad “Cooks” It For Her

Some dogs have a bottomless pit for a stomach. They would eat as long as there’s food. However there are also dogs who are too picky with their food. They’d just smell it, push it around with their noses, and then leave it. But when they see you eating, you’d be sure they’d be right there by your side, staring at you with those puppy-dog eyes, and begging for some of that food you’re eating. But this guy has shown … Read more

You Won’t Believe What This Big Dog Is Afraid Of–Silly Boy!

Among all the dog breeds I have ever encountered, the Boxer is definitely one of the goofiest. This breed is even considered to be one of the comedians of the dog world. And with their funny antics and their hilarious facial expressions, I say they really deserve that title! And here we have another goofy, and a little bit cowardly, Boxer! This big guy is scared of something that is so small, inanimate, and totally harmless–a feather! Check out the video … Read more