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What would your dog consider to be in “doggy heaven”? The dog park probably? Or maybe a pool full of balls? Or maybe a room full of his favorite things or his favorite food? The dog in the video below found his absolute heaven! This Boston Terrier named Oscar is lying in a bed of treats, and his whole body is covered with them! His mom is doing a photoshoot of him in a pile of treats, and Oscar loves … Read more
The entire team of Michigan Humane Society Rescue Officers were called out to the old, abandoned Highland Park municipal buildings to rescue a terrified Pit Bull that was near death – crying and starving. The voicemail said the dog sounded like it was stuck – the people could hear the dog howling but didn’t know where it was located. There were two massive buildings (the old fire station and the old courthouse) and it was silent when the team got … Read more
It’s official, dogs know how to enjoy summer more than anyone else. These amazingly adorable images of dogs on Twitter living it up during #TheDogDaysofSummer will make you wish you were as cool as they are. #1 – Cooper Coolest dog around! Cooper enjoying the pool on a great sunny Sunday in Fresno! #Cali #dogsofsummer pic.twitter.com/HAuru12xht — Jessica Giglio (@CoachGiglio) May 3, 2015 #2 – Ice Cream Pup In case you were having a bad day here’s my dog eating … Read more
With dog ownership comes great responsibility, as we need to ensure our pet’s safety and happiness. Further, we need to make sure they’re good canine citizens that don’t cause trouble for our neighbors and family. People often wonder what items are necessary when owning a dog and there are hundreds of thousands of various dog-related items on the market. But which are really necessary? #1 – Identification There are many different types of identification available for your dog, so there … Read more
This summer has been a great one in the fight to stop puppy mills, with two major cities in the United States ruling that no pet store can sell dogs or cats that come from commercial breeders. Instead, they may adopt out pets from local shelters or rescues. Pheonix, Arizona was the first, when a federal judge upheld the law after Puppies N’ Love challenged the law as “unconstitutional,” saying it was prohibiting interstate commerce. According to AZCentral.com, “The Puppies … Read more
It’s so cute and sweet that some dogs are very gentle with smaller animals. While some dogs love to chase them, there are others who are totally friendly with them. Just like that huge but gentle dog who let a squirrel hide a nut in his fur Smaller animals must really find dog hair fascinating and useful. In the video below, we see a bird who’s trying to make a nest out of a dog’s butt hair. And the senior … Read more
Have you ever wondered why your dog still destroys your shoes, even after a two-mile doggy run? Many dog owners worry about whether or not their dog is getting enough physical exercise, but they completely forget about mental exercise. If your dog is displaying any of the signs below, he may be in desperate need of some mental stimulation such as training, activity toys, and games. #1 – Can’t Settle Does your dog whine, pace, or get up from his … Read more
Yesterday, SURFice dog Ricochet held a surf session to raise awareness and wipe out SMA (Spinal Muscular Atrophy). 4 year old Logan Velchansky and several other children who are afflicted were able to do something they, and their parents never imagined… SURF! According to sponsors, Cure SMA and Isis Pharmaceuticals, it is the number one genetic cause of death for infants. SMA can make it impossible to perform the basic functions of life, but it doesn’t affect the ability to think, learn, or have hopes and … Read more
Still recovering from injuries he badly suffered in Iraq in 2004, Marine Cpl Justin Bunce meets Bunce, the puppy who is in training to become a service dog for wounded veterans through Canine Warrior Connection. Bunce is named after Justin and their first meeting is truly heartwarming. A deep connection and bond was quickly established between the two “Bunce” and both were delighted to be together. Justin will be helping and working with Bunce to become a wounded warrior service … Read more
The city of Joso, north of Tokyo, Japan, was hit by severe flash flooding after the Kinugawa River burst its banks. Helicopter rescue teams had been rescuing people from rooftops. Two of those rescued was a man who held on tightly to his dog and a woman who was holding on to the puppy. Both refused to let the two dogs go. To me, both are heroes. Watch the harrowing rescue: It is heartwarming to see this Japanese couple save their … Read more
I sure hope whoever abuses animals or hurts them would get the same treatment. Scums who hurt animals should also feel the same (or even more!) pain that they inflict upon those poor defenseless animals. So when we saw this video of a jerk who got instant karma when tried to kick a dog, we just can’t help but laugh. The video we found on YouTube is a security footage from what seems to be an open internet cafe. A … Read more
Just like humans, sometimes dogs can get themselves into some sticky predicaments. We don’t mean to, and neither do they, but when you get stuck in a bind sometimes you might need someone to lend a helping hand. In India, there was one stray dog who desperately needed the help of a kindhearted passerby. This poor dog waited and waited, but no one cared to stop–all too afraid that the dog may bite if they tried to help her. After some … Read more
If you own a dog, than you are fully aware of their power to make us smile, laugh and improve our mood. But how do dogs learn to make us laugh? Is it just something they do naturally? Or maybe, just maybe, they have secret classes they take at night. Or they could own a copy of Don’t Fart When You Snuggle, a new book paw-written by Frank the Dog (from the popular greeting card line From Frank) for dogs … Read more
Although many people are now turning to adoption when looking for a dog to add to their family, there are groups of dogs that are less likely to get adopted from shelters or rescues based on things they cannot control. Some of the groups most often over-looked include: black dogs, senior dogs, pits or pit mixes, and disabled pets. Deaf dogs are part of the last group, though we can’t understand why. As part of National Deaf Dog Awareness Week … Read more
When we have several pets living together, we find that it’s usually the cat who’s the bully. Well, we’ve seen several videos of cats bullying dogs. They either steal the dog’s beds, or block the stairs or the hallway so the dog would hesitate to pass by. But in this video, you will never expect who the bully is. In the video, you’ll see a duck bullying a German Shepherd. Yes, ladies and gents–the bully is a duck! The duck … Read more
Look at this Boston Terrier, why she’d do anything just to get a kiss from her daddy! It certainly looks like she’s channeling her inner super hero just to get at those kisses too! Look at how she stretches all the way, making it appear as if she’s flying through the air on her way to catch the kisses that her daddy’s giving her. Look at that face, how adorable is that!! She does this every single time her dad … Read more
This is the story of Belle. Belle is a tiny dog who spent most of her life locked in a cage. For 12 years, Belle endured a depressing and hard life in a puppy mill in Portugal. She was placed in a cage just to make puppies so greedy people could make money. Belle’s situation seemed hopeless, until some wonderful people from the Bianca Associado came to rescue her. When they rescued Belle, she was very sick and very thin. She … Read more
Just like people, dogs show certain signs of aging that are a completely normal part of life. Although you may want to pay closer attention and change certain things to make sure your pooch is still living comfortably, you should typically expect your dog to be the same ol’ canine companion you’ve always had. If you’re concerned you don’t know what a healthy aging process looks like, or you have never shared your home with a senior dog, be sure … Read more
When a dog wants something, he will do almost anything just to get it. We’ve seen several videos proving just how persistent dogs are just to get what they want. Take for example, that determined dog who tried everything to get his huge stick through a doorway. That dog didn’t let that narrow door stop him from going where he wants to go with his stick! But this dog has a more creative way of handling something that’s blocking his … Read more
For any American, 9/11 is a day in history that is engrained in our minds, provoking emotions at just the sound of the word. It sparks sadness and sorrow at the thought of so many innocent lives lost in such a terrible tragedy, and like the saying goes, “We Will Never Forget.” But in that terrible time, an outpouring of heroes arose to lend their helping hands to pick up the pieces and save lives. And not only hands, but … Read more
Some people just aren’t morning people. I’m one of them. For the longest time I would wake up just early enough to make it to work. I would down too much coffee, so I could wake up, jump in my car and hope I didn’t hit any red lights, so that I would make it to work on time. But, I always wanted to be one of those early risers, who wakes up and gets a workout and a great … Read more
When we hear the word “BEACH”, we immediately think of a wonderful place where we can enjoy the sun, the sand, and the sea. For us, it’s a place where we can bring our families, our friends, and most of all, our dogs, so we can have fun swimming and frolicking under the sun. But the beach in the video below is not that kind of beach. In Puerto Rico, there is a beach that is called the “Dead Dog … Read more
Dogs are considered as man’s best friend. And they’ve proven to us time and time again just how loyal they are. But dogs are not just loyal and caring to their human friends. They also care about their fellow dog friends. And the video below will prove just that! The video is captured by the truck’s dashboard cam. The truck driver is driving on a road, and after 13 seconds into the video, he notices two dogs on the road. … Read more
It’s not just humans who know how to use tools. Dogs have also learned how to use them! Dogs are very quick learners, and they can learn just by observing. So it’s no surprise that they now know how to use human stuff. They now know how to open the fridge; one dog even figured out how to use the trampoline to escape the backyard! The dog in the video below learned how to use a plastic bag. Yup, this … Read more
This little girl must be Cesar Milan’s protégé! This adorable little girl has a few tips to share to us on how to train our dogs! And not only is she cute, she’s quite knowledgeable too! Together with her adorable dog, a Shiba Inu named Kitsu, this little girl shares simple but very important tips in training your dog. She says that you should establish that you are the master, and your dog must listen to you! To do this, … Read more
In honor of your furry family members, we wanted to give you ways to memorialize your beloved dog who has crossed the rainbow bridge. Sometimes, making something can help with the grieving process, so we have rounded up 12 amazing DIY ways to create a lasting memory of the dog you’ve lost. Looking for a gift you can purchase? Check out our dog memorial gifts store. #1 – Bookshelf Shrine Author Alan Livingston has a special section in his home office which his … Read more
Awww…this little boy is such a darling and a great little helper to his mom! After getting their bowls of food ready, he lets their 4 Corgi dogs inside the room and they obediently went inside their cages waiting patiently for him to put the bowl of food inside each cage. So cute to see a toddler do his job very happily and efficiently! And great to see that the Corgis are so well behaved with him. They didn’t rush … Read more
It’s all too common to see people who have needed help with their pets, need help more than once. Katie Wing with Houston K911 Rescue in Houston, Texas, explains that the house they are going to they have been too before – they helped them before with Chocolate, a dog that need some medical attention and to be spayed. The rescue fixed her up and returned her to the family. Now, they have two litters of Chihuahuas, just five or … Read more
Most dogs are pretty snuggly, but Bowser the Dachshund demands that his family cuddles with him every night. In fact, Bowser loves belly rubs so much he just can’t contain himself when his owners finally oblige him. When the scratching starts, so does his squeaky little self! Bowser’s family calls it laughing and that’s exactly what it sounds like! Thankfully a little laughter goes a long way, because Bowser’s family is giggling along with him. They’re a funny little bunch … Read more
In most videos we see, when a cat and a dog lives in the same house, it’s usually the cat who’s the bully. We’ve seen a lot of videos of cats bullying their dog siblings. Just like that video showing how dogs react when they see cats stealing their beds. Most dogs would just throw in the towel, and let the cats have their beds. But the dog in the video below is no pushover! This cute Shih Tzu pup … Read more
Do you remember that video of a Poodle who danced with excitement when she saw her owner? That video was so adorable that it now has over 8 million views! In the video, a Poodle pup was left in a doggy day care for the day, and when her human came back, she was so happy and excited to see her that she danced with joy! Well somebody made a silly version of that video, and it had us laughing! … Read more
The “what should I feed my pet” conversation is one of the most heated in the pet industry. Doesn’t matter who you ask (even non pet owners!), they are going to have their own very strong opinion on the subject. We met Bette Schubert, Bravo! co-founder and senior vice president of sales, new product development and education at a trade show last month and were impressed – not just by her passion (all pet business owners have that) but by … Read more
One of the gentlest dog breeds, the giant Irish wolfhound has a rich and old history – full of amazing facts you probably never knew! Here are interesting facts about this amazing breed. Do you own one? Share a picture in the comments! #1 – Bred for their tall stature, they were used to knock knights of their horses in Ireland where they were used as war dogs as well as hunting dogs. #2 – The great Irish chief Fionn mac … Read more
As most of you probably know, it’s illegal in most places to feed wildlife. The laws are there to protect the animals from being fed things that can harm, but also to keep them from becoming a nuisance – can you imagine a campground where the bears where offered food by us? Probably not a good idea and we can all appreciate why. However, some cities have adopted this same principle (and law!) for stray dogs, making it illegal to … Read more
If you don’t own a horse, you may not be familiar with the Absorbine brand, but you should be. They have branched out into the pet market and their Show Sheen for Dogs is AMAZING and will give your dog the softest, sleekest coat this side of the barn. So, naturally, when I heard they have a new product coming out called the Woof Pouf, I was instantly interested. After all, I bath four shelties regularly… Why hadn’t I thought … Read more
A breed with a stigma for being aggressive – bred to fight and that’s it – has been given a make over to reveal their softer side by professional photographer Sophie Gamand. Her studio, Striking Paws, uses photography to help homeless pets. One of her recent galleries is full of pitties in fairytale-esque portraits, all with flowers on their heads. It gives the bred a who new look. “Working with shelter pit bulls (rescue pit bulls waiting for adoption), I … Read more
It seems like a cute trick – you tell your dog to “go to bed” and he runs to his bed (mat, kennel, whatever) and lays down. But actually, a “mat” or “bed” behavior is an extremely useful training technique and one that I recommend every dog owner teach their dog. Here are just a few reasons why every dog needs a “bed” behavior. #1 – Teaches self-control The basis of the mat behavior is a prolonged stay. No matter what’s … Read more
iHeartDogs is reader-supported. When you buy via links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission at no extra cost to you. Over 50 dogs invaded Imperial Beach, California for the 2015 Unleashed by Petco Surf Dog Competition. The famous SURFice Dog Ricochet was in attendance, as well as newbies – all trying to catch the best wave. Professional surfer and pet parent Taylor Knox judged the competition alongside a panel of professional surf competition judges. Who was top dog? Winners … Read more
I have worked in just about every type of pet business there is – retail, veterinary and a dog daycare, boarding, and training facility. All three of them had grooming as part of their services. None of them required any type of prior experience to do something that most would deem simple – washing a dog. But grooming is not only an art form, it can also be dangerous to both the dog and groomer. The groomer can be bitten, … Read more
These dogs better the lives of the people they serve by allowing them to me more mobile and independent – whether they guide, alert, console, fetch, carry weight, open doors, or any of the hundreds of tasks they are trained to do – these dogs are every day heroes. August 2-8 is International Assistance Dog Week with August 4 being National Assistance Dog Day and we feel the best way to honor them is to showcase what these amazing … Read more
We love our mixed-breed dog because they have unique features, big hearts, and, are most likely rescues! If you “like big mutts, and you cannot lie,” display your pride! Here are 15 products that help you show everyone your favorite “breed” (or lack thereof!). From T-shirts to bottles of wine, there is something for every mutt-lover on this list. #1 – Mutt Lynch Winery If you are a wine drinker and lover of mutts, you need to try this wine. As a bonus, … Read more
We’ve seen a lot of amazing transformations here at iHeartDogs, but this one might take the cake for the most incredible one ever. Animal rescue workers in Alabama found this stray dog, who they named Augustus, in the worst shape imaginable. Severely covered in mange, underweight, infested with parasites, you name it, poor Augustus had it. After his first medicated bath, Augustus instantly began to trust these workers who cared for him so lovingly. It’s like he knew they were … Read more
Nosebleeds (epistaxis) are not extremely common among our pet dogs. When you do notice a nosebleed in your dog, it is wise to be alert. The following list includes some of the things that I consider when I see a canine patient for a bloody nose. Epistaxis can range from blood tinged fluid coming from the nose to outright drops of blood actively bleeding from the nostrils. Foreign bodies Foreign bodies can become lodged in the nasal cavity. Pieces of … Read more
Dog breath is fodder for jokes, but not really… especially if you have a dog who likes to be in your face, like I do. When our dog friends have bad breath, it damages our bonding time and after all, that is what we enjoy most about having a dog. These 6 tips might make a difference for you and your dog. Assess what you are up against. If there is visible brown calculus on the teeth anywhere in the … Read more
Have you ever wondered why animals, dogs especially, like to sniff other animals’ butts? Or even seem to like to sniff people’s crotches? We all know that some dogs really like certain smells, sometimes rolling in feces or smelly mud. You might be surprised to know that there is a different reason for this invasion of personal space behavior. The answer lies in your dog’s anatomy and his ability to gain information from olfactory (scent based) clues. There are glands … Read more
We all know how much we love our dogs, and having a pet is a choice (and a luxury), but have you ever considered that once you have a pet, you cannot live as well without one? I know I love my dog. She makes me happy. I feel good when I see her face. Even a photo of her makes me smile. Love is one of the most desired human experiences. Love manifests itself in a variety of forms, … Read more
When it comes to the Blues, these two nailed it! My goodness, talk about that melancholic vibe in the dog’s voice and the soul from the harmonica – exquisite! I reckon, these two are natives of the south; way down south that is where the grassroots of the Blues originated. To think that they only just started practicing together today – such talent; such gifts! Fer sure the Blues Brothers would have loved them; probably get them to guess in … Read more
Dogs are awesome. We love them, we love their pure happiness and excitement about life and we seriously love their smiles. All it takes is one friendly grin from a pooch and you’ve got us completely sold. How can you possibly have a bad day with a joyful canine companion around? If these don’t make you warm and fuzzy inside, you’ve probably got no soul. #1 I’m on a nice walk with mum 😆 Happy Tuesday everybody!! 👅😙 A photo … Read more
There’s a new Star Wars movie coming out soon, and Star Wars fans are getting so excited about it! There’s even a new Star Wars Droid Toy that came out! And the puppies in the video below had the chance to test it! In a galaxy far far away, the puppies named Wallace, Bailey, Captain, and Cosmo had their first encounter with the new Star Wars BB-8 Droid toy! And what was their first reaction? Well they were curious, of … Read more
We’ve seen dogs adopting other animals. We’ve even seen these mother dogs nurse other baby animals to keep them alive. But have you ever heard of a mother dog saving a human child by feeding him her milk? Well it did happen! In Chile, a neglected and malnourished two-year-old boy was found being nursed by the neighbor’s dog after his drunken parents allegedly left him without food and water in the desert. When a neighbor saw the boy suckling on the pregnant dog, … Read more
I’m always so amazed at the kind of love our dogs give us and, if you think about it, we actually give so little back to them in return. Sure, we spend time with them; walk them; feed them; bathe them; bring them to their vets; play with them but they just aren’t our priority, are they? But to them, we are. Their world revolve around us. Their loyalty and love is all for us. Still there are times, things … Read more
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