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Rain Jordan has seen some truly horrifying things in her life – from a dog whose owner thought they could be rid of her by breaking all her legs, to a podenco (Spanish hound) whose hunter owner shot her in the face after she had her puppies (she was no longer needed), but it didn’t kill her so he just left her die, slowly, with a half a face. It was stories like this that spurred her to start the … Read more
The happiest moment in a life of a shelter dog is when somebody finally adopts her and gives her a home. But the sad truth is that not all dogs get that kind of happy ending. Although they do get adopted, but there are those who are returned to the shelter–just like what happened to Lana. Lana came from Mexico, and she was the runt of a very large litter. She was then brought to a shelter in Toronto, Canada–and … Read more
In Chester City, Pennsylvania, a group of kids helped save a dog who was left for dead on the side of the road. It just happened that the kids were passing by the street at around five o’clock when they spotted a Pit Bull dumped and left for dead. The kids immediately called 911 and humane police officer Russ Harper with Justice Rescue responded to the call. When officer Harper got to the area, he saw the Pit Bull lying … Read more
For one dog in India who recently saw her life flash before her eyes, she is truly grateful to be alive. Rescue workers with Animal Aid Unlimited received a distressed call from a Good Samaritan who claimed to have spotted a stray dog that had fallen down a well. Terrified and alone, the dog clung to the tiny perch to keep herself from drowning in the murky water. When the rescue team arrived on the scene, they worked quickly to descend … Read more
Dogs have always had a problem with doors–especially if they’re carrying a huge toy or a giant stick and they just can’t figure out how to fit it through the narrow door. But dogs don’t give up that easily. So of course, they put up a good fight. And with this door problem, they know that persistence is key! They take their time and sooner or later, they find a way to get through the door! Watching dogs trying so … Read more
Don’t you just love autumn? It is my favorite time of the year and as we gather the falling leaves, it becomes Stella, the Labrador’s playground. Her daddy drops the ball in the pile of leaves for Stella to fetch and she does it with great enthusiasm. She dives and disappears into the pile of leaves and reappears with the ball in her mouth. Good job, Stella! In the video, an GoPro camera was strapped on her collar and it showed what … Read more
Meet Hugo–a German Shepherd autism assistance dog who made history as the very first service dog who ran cross-country side by side with his best friend, Tyler. Tyler Gerdts is a seventeen-year-old boy with Autism. He was born with a brain injury. But that didn’t stop Tyler from doing what he loves–running! Ever since Hugo came into Tyler’s life, Tyler changed for the better. Tyler even told the Huffington Post that Hugo is his first real best friend and his … Read more
I know dogs can be very sports minded and there are even events that highlight different sporting activities that dogs excel in… but ping pong?? Now that’s really amazing! Watch this Border Collie, he’s one smart dog and can play ping pong better than some of us! Plus, it looks like he’s truly enjoying playing the game! He does give a lot of “mouth” though because he “talks” the whole time he is playing, which crack me up big time! … Read more
Chiquita is a disabled dog rescued from the streets of Lima, Peru. Both of Chiquita’s legs are paralyzed. She used to have a wheelchair, but some scum stole it from her. What kind of sick and evil human being would do that to a defenseless and paralyzed little dog? Because Chiquita had no more wheelchair to help her walk, she just drags her body to get around. It’s the most heartbreaking thing you’ll ever see. Watch the video below and … Read more
In Collin County Texas, at around 4 in the morning, a man named Al Gaeta found a box on the side of the road. It was a box for a fan and it was sealed shut. He didn’t bother to check what’s inside the box. He just assumed that he’d find a fan inside, and he thought he could use this fan at work. So he picked up the box, put it on the back of his truck, and continued … Read more
Look out Kylie Jenner, these two miniature dachshunds from Australia are quickly becoming the best thing on Instagram – and you are about to see why! Sadie and Rueben are just two fun-loving doxies that enjoy dressing up and pawtying according to their Instagram. They must clearly like the camera too because that’s the only way anyone could get some of these modeled shoots – they are just too funny! Be sure to follow them to keep up on all … Read more
It is that time of year again and from now until after New Year’s, there will be goodies galore. Our dogs see us eat them and smell them. Many dogs have a sweet tooth and the fat content in chocolate is enticing to boot! Chocolate contains two compounds that are dangerous for dogs, theobromine and caffeine. The caffeine can cause tremors, increased heart rate, abnormal heart rhythms, and other potentially lethal cardiovascular side effects, but theobromine is the more toxic … Read more
Animal shelter workers have a hard job. They deal with death, abuse, and frankly stories and sights most of us just couldn’t handle, every single day. On top of that many, of them are volunteers – they aren’t even getting paid to deal with all the emotional stress they endure. And those that are paid, are hardly paid a “living” wage. So it’s nice to take the time and let them know you appreciate everything they do for your community … Read more
In Placerville California, a man ran outside barely clothed to save his dog who was being attacked by a mountain lion. It happened around 11:30 at night, Kirk Fetter was already in bed when he heard a commotion out on his deck. When he checked outside, he saw his eight-year-old dog, Tiki, being attacked by a huge mountain lion. Kirk was just in his underwear but he didn’t care; all he cared about was saving his dog from the jaws … Read more
Summer may be over, but that doesn’t mean we can’t have fun under the sun. Take it from this puppy who just can’t wait to go outside. This adorable West Highland Terrier named Christy just arrived at their new home in Florida. And in their new home, there’s something in the backyard that she absolutely loves! In the video below, you can see her looking out the door, so excited to go outside. What could be making this cutie so … Read more
Who makes for great listeners? Why, our dogs of course! This fact is put to good use every Thursday, when third graders have their weekly reading sessions at the library–where they can read books to dogs. The dogs, belonging to retired teachers, are volunteers in this program that help grade school students improve their reading skills by reading to our canine friends. The kids are less intimidated by reading to them because they are neither interrupted nor corrected, and it … Read more
Did you know that dogs can get a Master’s Degree? Yup, no kidding! A dog named Kirsch earned an Honorary Master’s Degree at the Johns Hopkins University School of Education. This adorable service dog sat through all the classes together with his human, Carlos Mora. He was able to attend the classes included in Mr. Mora’s program for him to finish his Master’s Degree in Mental Health Counseling. So during graduation day, Kirsch was also with Mr. Mora, wearing a … Read more
Halloween is a fun and festive occasion, but there are parts of any holiday that cause stress and even risk to your dog. Some of the Halloween traditions include parties and door traffic. We often have music or scary noises with candles or spooky decorations. So much is going on that a dog can become frightened or could easily be overlooked or just get into trouble from being nosy. Halloween decorations and candy may pose a hazard to a curious … Read more
What’s the most amazing thing that your dog has ever done? While most owners would brag their dog’s impressive and cool tricks, this woman is proud to say that her dog saved her life. In Minnesota, a 40-year-old woman named Tara Leonard is now cancer-free, thanks to her dog Willow. According to Tara, she was just lying on the bed studying for a test when Willow jumped up and put her nose to her left side. She tried to tell … Read more
We all love dressing up as our favorite celebrities for Halloween, so why shouldn’t our dogs? These star-struck hounds are making waves on the internet by trick-or-treating dressed as their favorite celebrites. Belinda is a Kylie Jenner fan, complete with blue wig. Though we are pretty sure Kylie would not approve those wrinkles… Francois is kicking it at Tony Romo, the quarterback for the Dallas Cowboys. Who where’s it best? Sorry, Tony, Francois is just too cute! Rosie went all … Read more
A police officer’s job is not easy. Every day they put their lives on the line to keep their communities safe. To do this, they need to stay in shape. And it’s not just human police officers who need to exercise to stay in shape–K9 officers who do a lot of running and chasing need exercise too! In the video below, you will see a gorgeous K9 officer doing push-ups. And this seems to be a push-up contest between the … Read more
There are so many dogs out there who needs to be rescued, but this dog is not going to wait for anyone to rescue him. He just refuses to be homeless, so he walked into a rescue clinic and rescued himself. According to the Facebook post of rescue organization Compassion Without Borders (CWOB), this dog was brought to the clinic by a nice woman who was also bringing her own dog to be neutered just a few days before. He was … Read more
(Disclaimer: This post does not, in any way, promote the alteration of your dog’s appearance with hair dye, nail polish, etc., the use of which is controversial. There are certain dyes and paints that are marketed as being safe for dogs [but still shouldn’t be applied to the face], however, please do your research, consult your vet, refer to professional groomers, and always make your pup’s health and well-being the top priority–they’re depending on you!) Some pups don’t just celebrate Halloween–they dress up all year long and take their disguises pretty seriously. … Read more
Every kid needs a dog–because childhood is just not complete without one! It’s so cute when dogs and kids get along well and become the best of friends. And one of the most precious moments is when a dog falls in love with the new member of the family and accepts the baby as his own. Now this baby sure feels like one of the dogs–he thinks he’s a member of the pack! When this cutie heard the family dogs howl, … Read more
A dog in Dover Township, Pennsylvania proved his loyalty and bravery to his family when he jumped into action to protect his owner from an armed robber. Tim Luckenbaugh, saw the suspect of a robbery in a Dollar General store running through his backyard. It was Tim’s dog, Diesel, who first saw the man, which then alerted Tim to approach the guy. Tim asked the guy what he was doing in his yard, but got no response. Diesel must have … Read more
It may not be something you are thinking about when you first bring your furry little bundle of joy home. After all, puppies don’t (usually) need a bath or nail trim right away, or even their teeth brushed. However, if you start young, grooming can become a quick, painless activity, that some dogs even come to enjoy. But, you need to work on it often (every day for just a minute or two is best!) and you have to be … Read more
How much do you love your dog? If your dog got sick, would you give up everything just so that he/she could be treated? Well, that’s exactly what this woman named Tanja Jankovic did. Tanja Jankovic is a 35-year-old Serbian woman who decided to sell her apartment and all her material possessions to pay for her dog’s operation and medications. Her dog Leo has aortic valve stenosis, which is the narrowing of the heart’s aortic valve, and it’s a … Read more
The amount of talent in this one family is just ridiculous. Did you see the shoe dog series that went viral, done by Butch McCartney? (if not, go here!) Well, in our interview, Butch told iHeartDogs.com that he got his start by helping his dad, Mike McCartney. Naturally, I had to look up his work too. And boy was I glad I did! While his son’s talents lay in photographing real dogs in funny and heartwarming poses, Mike is a … Read more
The Beagle Freedom Project (BFP) is a service of Animal Rescue, Media & Education (ARME) that began in 2010. Their mission is to help the Beagles who are used in laboratories for animal experiments by rescuing them and finding them a loving, forever home. In August 2015, BFP received a phone call about a Husky who was found wandering the streets by the Seal Beach Animal Care Center. His name is Nate, and he’s a purebred Husky. When the center … Read more
Like humans, there are things that gets our dogs excited. Most dogs get really excited when they see food. Like that Corgi who dances around when his human is preparing his dinner! Other dogs get excited when their humans say the word “WALK”. Just like that Boxer who couldn’t contain his excitement and jumped around when he heard his human say “WALK” Now this Bulldog named Maverick is a lazy one. He loves to eat and he loves to sleep. … Read more
Every year the subject comes up: Should we dress up our pets on Halloween? Best Friends Animal Society, the only national animal welfare organization focused exclusively on ending the killing of dogs and cats in America’s shelters. asked their followers this question and over 6,000 animal lovers responded. So what did they find? 48.3% say NO WAY 51.7% say YES Other findings: Women are more inclined to dress up their pets. The guys not so much. The younger you are, … Read more
Meet Chester, the English bulldog who, while watching a youtube video of two huskies howling, started howling back. It seems like Chester understood what the two huskies were saying and so he made howling sounds as if to communicate with them too. Funny how some breeds can mimic the sound of other breeds. I think dogs can communicate by the various sounds they make. A growl is for anger and howling is hunger and barking is to call attention. Hmmm…is … Read more
How does your dog get your attention? Most dogs get their owners’ attention by barking and/or jumping around. They also let out this cute little cry together with their bark. Or if their humans are asleep, they’d try to wake them up by jumping on them and showering them with licks and kisses till they get up. But this cute little doggy has a weird way of waking his human up. In the video, you’ll see that his human is … Read more
Shopping online just keeps growing in popularity. But that also means boxes. Lots and lots and LOTS of boxes. What do you do with your boxes? I know I have a huge pile in my garage…for when I move someday perhaps? Or they get taken to the recycling, which is great. But, what if the box your goods came in was something more? N11.com is a an online retailer based in Turkey who contributes to the e-trade sector with … Read more
Seven Chihuahua mix puppies were recently abandoned in a large gray Tupperware container. A woman dropped them off at 2nd Chance Rescue in Norco, California. She claimed to have found them, but based only their disposition and level of cleanliness, the rescue believes the woman tried to care for them herself, but that they became too much work. Two of these cuties have already found their home, but 5 of them are still waiting for forever homes. As a way to … Read more
Looks like doggy’s going on a trip and he sure wants to bring his teddy bear along with him. The problem is, teddy is a tad too big for his small travel crate! Now what’s a dog to do?? No worries, this is one smart little pup! He doesn’t care how small his crate is either; the important thing is that his teddy bear goes with him pronto and he will do all possible to ensure that his bear fits … Read more
The exhilaration of discovering something new is what makes our day wonderful. Check out Ollie’s first experience! Drinking cold water had him dumbfounded because it looked the same and smelled the same but when he started drinking it, the cold sensation was new. The dog’s reaction of wonder, confusion and amazement all rolled into one had Ollie running around as he was trying to satisfy his thirst but could not understand why this bowl of water was so cold! If … Read more
We’ve seen a couple of videos of those half-man, half-dog creatures either playing music and eating food. But the two videos we have for you below will surely crack you up. Gregory Baskwell is a dog owner who is well-known for his Vines with his rescue dog–Finley. This awesome duo have made the cutest, most hysterical video clips ever! And those funny photos and video clips have made them famous all over the internet! They even have over 32,000 followers … Read more
When a dog gets adopted, rescuers rejoice – after all, that dog finally has her happily ever after, right? But in the case of poor Sasha, that was not to be. Sasha, a four-year-old petite pitty, waited for two years at the Second Chance NYC Dogs rescue to find a family. When she did, the rescue was confident it was the perfect fit. Then a nightmare happened: the woman who adopted her became a hoarder. According to a post Cecelia … Read more
For us dog lovers, we always want our dogs to be part of every special occasion we celebrate. May it be Thanksgiving, Christmas, or a birthday. And one of the most significant celebrations we definitely want our dogs to be a part of is our wedding. Dog lovers absolutely love having their dogs participate in the marriage proposal, in the engagement shoot, and also in the wedding. But dogs can be “misbehave” at times, so some things may not go … Read more
A former shelter dog finally gets adopted after a video of him went viral in the internet. Duke the Pit Bull mix, previously known as Earl, would ask for belly rubs from shelter employees when they check on him every morning. He would lay on his back, with his paws up in the air, wags his tail, and begs to get some belly rubs. It was obvious that Duke was desperate to get some love and affection. A volunteer at … Read more
Do you have room in your heart for just one more? This sweet dog has done nothing wrong. He was dumped at a shelter because he former “owner” didn’t want him “dirtying” the new white carpet…. Seriously, what is wrong with people? Most of us “dog people” would have put in hard floors or a dark carpet, to accommodate our dogs, am I right? But not this person, who after a divorce in which he got the dog, decided his … Read more
For Baxter, he had a really rough start in life. At less than a year old, he was abandoned, ending up at animal control before being dropped off at Animal Humane New Mexico. He was terrified, and the shelter life proved difficult for him as he cowered in fear. “Baxter was completely non-responsive, as he had learned to shut down rather than deal with the stimulations that were depleting his personality,” Sam Blankenship, the adoptions director at Animal Humane New … Read more
We all love our dogs. But some take that love to the next level and get a permanent symbol of that love in the form of a tattoo. And there are some crazy cool ones out there, including ones of your own dog, remembrance Tats and, of course, favorite dog cartoons. Here are 15 of our favorite dog tattoos that prove you really love dogs. Do you have a dog-themed tattoo? Share a picture with us in the comments! #1 … Read more
Thanks to the internet, dogs can be famous more easily than ever. Sure, Pal (who played Lassie) had fans, but he didn’t have his own Twitter, Facebook and Instagram accounts with hundreds of thousands of avid fans world-wide. We are also pretty sure he never did country-wide tours like Manny the Frenchie just completed. Even better, the new era of “celeb dogs” are using their fame to not just get extra treats and a bigger dog house, but many of … Read more
The best time for you to read this article is 5 years ago. The second best time is right now. That’s because the sooner you recognize and react to signs of joint pain in your Great Dane, the better the quality of life your dog will have. Maybe you first noticed your dog not running to greet you as you walked in the door after a long day away. Or perhaps it was a whimper while getting up or chasing … Read more
The best time for you to read this article is 5 years ago. The second best time is right now. That’s because the sooner you recognize and react to signs of joint pain in your Boxer, the better the quality of life your dog will have. Maybe you first noticed your dog not running to greet you as you walked in the door after a long day away. Or perhaps it was a whimper while getting up or chasing his … Read more
The best time for you to read this article is 5 years ago. The second best time is right now. That’s because the sooner you recognize and react to signs of joint pain in your Lab, the better the quality of life your dog will have. Maybe you first noticed your dog not running to greet you as you walked in the door after a long day away. Or perhaps it was a whimper while getting up or chasing his … Read more
The best time for you to read this article is 5 years ago. The second best time is right now. That’s because the sooner you recognize and react to signs of joint pain in your German Shepherd, the better the quality of life your dog will have. Maybe you first noticed your dog not running to greet you as you walked in the door after a long day away. Or perhaps it was a whimper while getting up or chasing … Read more
The best time for you to read this article is 5 years ago. The second best time is right now. That’s because the sooner you recognize and react to signs of canine joint pain, the better the quality of life your dog will have. Maybe you first noticed your dog not running to greet you as you walked in the door after a long day away. Or perhaps it was a whimper while getting up or chasing his favorite ball. … Read more
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