Page 677 – iHeartDogs.com

Shelter Dog Meal Donation Count:

Learn More

This Dog Doesn’t Understand Why The Dog On YouTube Won’t Bark Back

Rocco, the French Bulldog is getting quite upset! He doesn’t know why the other dog is ignoring him. I’m sure he also doesn’t understand what the other doggie was doing. Now if he’s lying on his back and moving from side to side, is he in trouble? Does he need help? Rocco’s there to help him but the doggie seems like he’s having fun rather than trouble so why isn’t Rocco being included!!! Poor Rocco, he doesn’t realize he’s just … Read more

This Puppy Was Adopted By Goats But Wait ‘Till You See Them Play

It’s so cute when mother dogs adopt other animals. You can see how strong the dog’s maternal instincts are that even if the baby animals are of a different species, she takes care of them like they’re her own. Just like that dog who adopted orphan kittens and even started producing milk for them! Amazing! And while some dogs are adopting other animals as their own, the Chihuahua in the video below has been adopted by a family goats–and now, … Read more

Black Lab Plays “The Floor is Lava”

Dogs can be weird sometimes. They do the most random and the weirdest thing when we least expect it. Just like that dog who saw snow for the first time, and started sliding his body on it! But if you think dogs do weird things, then you should see this video showing how humans are just as weird as dogs! The dog in the video below is doing something really weird. It’s like he’s playing “The Floor is Lava” game. … Read more

The Best Of Doug The Pug

Do you remember Doug the Pug? He was that adorable Pug who was in a Christmas music video–the dog version of Mariah Carey’s song “All I Want For Christmas Is You”. The dog version of it is entitled, “All I Want For Christmas Is Food“! Doug the Pug was also that Pug who gave strangers notes with encouraging words in it. That was such a sweet gesture! Doug the Pug’s videos became so famous that his humans decided to make … Read more

After 721 Days in A Shelter, Tara Finds A Home. But Nina Still Waits…

Tara, an adorable four-year old boxer mix sat and waited for a family. And waited. And waited. The shelter staff at the Humane Society of Forsyth County couldn’t understand why no one wanted her. She was friendly,  well trained, loved people and dogs…and her adoption fee was already paid for. Yup. A free, well-trained dog sat in a shelter for over two years. Oh, and did we mention she came with a year supply of free food as well??? She … Read more

Detroit FINALLY Has A No Kill Shelter

If you read our site a lot, you know that I cover a ton of rescue stories from Detroit, Michigan. They are one of the cities the World Animal Awarness Society (WA2S) travels to frequently to shed light on the large stray dog problem. In fact, the announcement of the city’s first no kill shelter comes just days after WA2S posted a video about the Detroit Animal Control being protested by animal welfare advocates. they are under fire for being … Read more

Clever Dog Knows How To Show This Baby A Good Time

Hello Hunny, want a wild ride? A one seat merry-go-round ride? Hop into your walker and let’s go!! I wish I was the baby in the walker cos this is one thriller of a ride! See how fast the doggie is spinning her around? I bet when doggie was done, baby was saying, “Again! Again!” in baby talk…that is after her world stopped spinning around! ^_^ This doggie is so cool and mom is a genius for training her to … Read more

7 Tips For Buying Dog Treats Like a Smart Dog Owner

In today’s market we definitely have choices when it comes to dog treats. In fact, there may be too many choices – it can easily be overwhelming if you are wondering what treats to buy your dog that are safe, within budget and that he will like. Tommy Gay, president of Look Who’s Happy Dog Treats, provide us with the following tips on how to buy dog treats so you and your dog will both by happy. (NOTE: pictures shown … Read more

An Injured Homeless Senior Dog Gets A Chance At Happiness

Hope for Paws has done it again; they have saved another life! This time they saved a life of a homeless and injured senior dog that they named Rudolph. Hope for Paws received a call about a senior dog living on a freeway off-ramp. They were told that the dog had a badly injured leg. When they got there, the dog was sleeping; so they took this opportunity to capture him. Rudolph was so scared, that even with his injured … Read more

Stray Dog Carried Food Bowl To Rescuers Because He Just Wanted Someone to Feed Him

We see a lot of stray dog videos – usually with the strays being scared and running while the rescuers try to corral and save them. Then there’s this dog.Members of the World Animal Awareness Society (WA2S) team were in Detroit working on the American Strays Project, filming these abandoned houses were hundreds of stray dogs roam. When he saw the team, he left to go five houses over to get his food bowl so they could fill it for … Read more

Dolphin Develops A Crush On This Dog And Gives Him A Big Wet Kiss

Sometimes close encounters of the wildlife kind can be enough to warm even the coldest of hearts. Animals can amaze us with their social skills, and the way in which they show affection to other species. In this video, you can see that the boat the humans and dogs are riding on is called the “Dolphin Experience” and this is certainly what they got. Dolphins are highly intelligent animals, and it amazes us their craving to be near humans and … Read more

10 Simple Ways To Keep Your House From Smelling Like A Kennel

Do you sometimes feel like you are living inside a kennel? Have your friends stopped coming over or ask if they can sit outside when they visit, even if it’s raining? Having dogs does not mean you need to live with their smells! Here are 10 simple ways to keep your house from smelling like a kennel. #1 – Get an odor-resistant bed One of the places smells lurk is in your dog’s bed. Buying a bed that has anti-microbial properties … Read more

This Dog Won’t Get Into The Pool Unless Her Little Friend Is With Her

We just can’t get enough of adorable dogs enjoying their sunny summer days! While some dogs don’t really like their pool–like those two Terriers who decided their pool just had to go, other dogs just love to relax in the pool. Just like that Pug who is so excited to get into the pool, he climbed the pool ladder all by himself! Here we have two unlikely best friends enjoying their time getting bathed and swimming in their baby pool. … Read more

Dog Surprises Police Officer After Being Freed From A Fence

I really admire police officers who go out of their way just to save a helpless animal. Just like that police officer who sprang into action when a dog fell off a creek. And let’s not forget that police officer who rescues homeless dogs when she’s off-duty! These people are remarkable! We are glad that there are still good people like them left in this world. In the video below, you will see another police officer helping a dog whose … Read more

Who Needs Humans? These Two Puppies Can Play Fetch By Themselves

Awww..this is just too cute!! Check out these two pups play fetch by themselves even without their humans. That’s how smart they are! They found ways to entertain each other and just have a good time. They are so independent and and so spirited! Look at them jumping and running about as if they are outdoors! I love how their owners painted their area with a park scene complete with a sandbox on the door!! The puppies’ environment is so … Read more

Saving A Homeless Chihuahua Who Just Wanted To Be Loved

Hope For Paws, a non-profit animal rescue in Los Angeles, California, received a call about a homeless Chihuahua – not an uncommon occurrence in the city where Chihuahuas are everywhere. She barked at the rescuers at first…unsure about the camera crew and all the people suddenly taking an interest in her. Kind neighbors had been feeding her – they said she had been living on the streets for several months.   Lisa Chiarellie, a volunteer with Hope For Paws, slowly … Read more

Rescuers Noticed Abandoned Dog Was Acting Strangely Until They Saw What Was Under The Porch

While animal rescuers assisted World Animal Awareness Society (WA2S) canine survey volunteers counting stray dogs during phase one of the canine survey in Detroit, Michigan, the field teams frequently came upon dogs that appeared to be in need or under duress. This black dog had become infamous in the neighborhood – pacing the sidewalk outside of an abandoned house and barking at everyone. “She barks at everybody but she hasn’t bit nobody, some people are scared of her,” says the … Read more

13 Birthday Gifts For Shelter Dogs

August 1st is “DOGust” – the universal birthday for shelter dogs everywhere. Celebrate by giving your adopted fur-baby a special treat AND give one to shelter dogs still in need. The following are some great ideas of birthday gifts that will help the dogs at your local shelters. Have other ideas? List them in the comments! #1 – Toys Anything to enrich the life of a shelter dog is always appreciated! Toys are expensive and don’t always last that long, so … Read more

Dog Is Determined To Do What It Takes To Get On This Couch

There’s a saying that goes, “If at first you don’t succeed, try and try again!” Well I believe this to be true on both humans and dogs. We’ve seen several videos of dogs whose persistence has paid off. Just like that dog who struggled to carry a giant stick across a small bridge. He never gave up until he found a way how to solve his problem! Now here’s another determined dog, and he wants to get up on the … Read more

Huskies Arguing Like Human Siblings Will Be The Funniest Thing You See Today

Mishka and Laika are two adorable Siberian Husky sisters that get along just like two human siblings – and watching them argue in this video is hilarious! Huskies are known for being talkative dogs and these two really fit the bill when it comes to the funny conversations they have. Thankfully their wonderful owner was there to capture it on video and translate into English for us! These girls are two peas in a pod and just like people, they … Read more

12 Things Your Dog Totally Deserves To Do In Their Lifetime

All those amazing stories of owners and volunteers fulfilling bucket lists for dogs got us thinking – what should every dog get do at least once in his lifetime? Below are 12 things that make up a perfect bucket list (or addition to!) for any best friend. Have something different on your dog’s bucket list? Tell us in the comments! #1 –  Swim in the ocean #2 – Explore the forest #3 – Sleep with you #4 – Play in the … Read more

Smart Dog Will Not Be Fooled By Broccoli

We all can agree, dogs are pretty smart. Whether they are learning their latest trick or keeping you on your toes, dogs can one-up us in ways when we least expect it. For this clever dog, he will not be duped by vegetables… and broccoli in particular! When this dog’s human is rewarding him with treats, the human thinks that he can slip in a crunchy vegetable and the dog will be none the wiser. The man pops the treats … Read more

This Dog Looks Like A Bear And It’s Just Too Cute!

While all dogs are unique and have their special differences that make us ooh and aww, this dog is truly one of a kind. His owner Christine Park shares photos with the world via Instagram and Facebook of her special dog that draws lots of attention anywhere she goes. And why? Well, because this little cutie looks like a bear! This bear-coat Shar-Pei is steadily gaining a massive Instagram following, after his owner created him an account just last month. … Read more

Researchers Were Blown Away That This Dog Could Tell Time Until They Figured Out How She Did It

We all know how smart dogs can be. We can teach them a lot of tricks and they are so quick to learn! And not just that, they are also taught to do various jobs to help humans; jobs like helping the blind, and assisting those who have a disability. I think we can all agree that dogs are smart and awesome! If we can teach dogs to do different kinds of things, could it also be possible for them … Read more

This Tiny Dog Just Rescued This Huge St Bernard In An Incredible Way

Big things come in small packages and no truer words can describe our little hero who wouldn’t stop barking until his friend was rescued. Jazzy, the St Bernard escaped from his enclosure and managed to get himself stuck in the mud in a ditch for nearly 18 hours. Razor, our hero who stands a foot tall, wouldn’t stop yapping at his daddy but Tim Chavez thought he was just playing and left for work. Razor knew that time was of … Read more

Terrier Moving Team Decides The Baby Pool Needs To Go

It’s summertime and dogs everywhere are enjoying their sunny days dipping in the pool or taking a short but wondrous trip to the beach! And some spoiled ones get some ice cold treats too! However, there are some dogs who are just not satisfied with a baby pool. Just like the terriers in the video below! These terrier moving team has decided that the baby pool needs to go. Maybe they think it’s too small for them, and they’re probably … Read more

Smart German Shepherd Mom Knows Exactly How To Tire Out Her Puppies

It’s not easy being a mother. Mothers have a lot on their shoulders. Even dog moms! They have to feed their pups, watch over them, protect them, clean them, and also play with them! Playtime is very important to puppies. It’s a way for them to bond. This German Shepherd mom loves to play with her pups. She knows that her puppies love to play, and she enjoys playing with them as well. But since moms need their rest too, … Read more

You’ve Never Seen A Dog So Excited To Go Swimming

The sun smiling in the skies, the crystal clear waters, the cool refreshing drinks, and the yummy iced treats…oh how I love summer! And I’m pretty sure dogs love to enjoy all those fun activities with us too! Just like the Pug in the video below! This little cutie is so excited to get in the pool. He’s not gonna sit and wait for his human to pick him up and carry him to the pool. This Pug dared to … Read more

This Guy Completely Changed His Blind Dog’s Life With This Invention

We dog lovers would do anything so our dogs would live a happy and comfortable life. We don’t mind the money we spent on food and on the vet bills; as long as our dogs are happy, we are happy. But no matter what we do to prevent it, our dogs can get sick, especially when they get older. And when they’re sick and old, we make sure to take extra care of them. The senior Chihuahua in the video … Read more

Beagle Tells Mom She Is Pregnant Before The Doctors Even Knew

I’ve always wondered just how smart dogs can be but I didn’t realize they can be THIS smart! Meet Walter, the Beagle! He was able to detect that there was a baby growing in his mommy’s tummy even before she was six weeks into her term of pregnancy – isn’t that awesome! When his mom was 6 weeks pregnant, she laid down on the floor and asked Walter where the baby was and he immediately headed straight towards her belly and … Read more

This Dog And Toddler Playing Doctor Is The Most Precious Thing We’ve Ever Seen

For many of us, our childhood pet is a fond memory that we can look back on and smile. Growing up with a dog in your home taught you the meaning of a man’s best friend, and the love and loyalty your dog gave you is something you can remember for as long as you live. For this sweet video, we watch as a mother documents her toddler and the family dog. The two play with one another, cuddle, run … Read more

Chinese Activists Rescue 1,400 Dogs Minutes Before They Reach The Slaughterhouse

More than 400 dogs bound for a slaughterhouse in Yunnan Province have been rescued by Chinese activists working as part of the China command center task force, in one of the tensest dog meat trade rescues in the country so far.  Since then, on July 4, activists stopped a truck in Yunnan and rescued 195 dogs. Two more rescues occurred on July 7 and July 9, totally more than 1,400 animals saved in just a week and a half. Humane … Read more

Get Ready To Laugh When You See How This Dog Finds His Owner In A Field Of Tall Grass

Do you remember that video of a dog hopping and bouncing through a field? It was so funny watching Megan the Lurcher jumping and bouncing through the field! It’s like she has springs in her legs! Now another dog is doing the same thing, and it’s just as adorable! Alfie the Springer Spaniel is trying to find his owner in a field of tall grass. But the grass is just too tall for him to see which way to go. … Read more

This Dog Just Discovered The Sprinkler Right…Now

How did your dog react when he/she first saw a water sprinkler or a water fountain? Most dogs would be amazed by it! Some would love to play with it. I think they love watching the water move. Just like that Boxer who got a new water fountain from his humans. She definitely enjoyed playing with her new water fountain! Now the dog in the video below just discovered a water sprinkler, and he doesn’t know what to do with … Read more

This Dog Tries So Hard To Play Hide N’ Seek, Oh But That Tail!

Is your dog good at playing hide and seek? Well most dogs are good at seeking, they are even good at hiding things from us! But when it comes to hiding themselves, well they kinda suck at it! They just can’t figure out how to hide their entire bodies totally! And even if they do, something just happens that gives them away. Just like what happened in the video below! This dog has hidden his entire body under a blanket. … Read more

They Saw A Family Of Dolphins Swimming And Then Their Dog Did This

Louie is such an amazing dog. He loves to swim and meet up with a pod of dolphins and then tries to keep up with them! I’m just enthralled at his swimming prowess and then he even got ahead of one of the dolphins – fast swimmer!! Yet he went back to check and see if there was anything wrong with the dolphin who lagged behind. Isn’t he a sweetie! 🙂 People might view this video differently and think that … Read more

It Is A Sad, Sad Day In Britain -Dog Breeding Facility For Animal Testing Approved

While the animal world has been focusing on the horrible treatment of dogs for the meat trade in Asia, a similar horror has been granted approval by the government in Britain – a Beagle breeding farm that will breed dogs solely for the use of animal testing. According to Sky News, who first reported the story, the US-owned company won an appeal after being originally refused by the former Communities Secretary Sir Eric Pickles. Communities Secretary Greg Clark is the … Read more

What This Dog Does When He Gets His Ball Stuck Shows More Patience Than Most People We Know

How patient is your dog? While most dogs don’t really have the patience to even sit down and wait for the treat to be given to them, some dogs have the patience of a saint. These patient dogs can wait, and they even tolerate their human’s strange shenanigans. Just like these three dogs who have the patience to say grace before chowing down their food! The dog in the video below is one patient doggy. He got his ball stuck … Read more

The Friends Intro Has Been Remade With Puppies…And Yes, It’s As Amazing As It Sounds

For a lot of humans, the beloved show Friends is considered a pop culture staple. But now…it’s about to get even better. How, you wonder? With the addition of puppies, of course! Buzzfeed has given the New York set sitcom a doggie makeover, and we could not be happier. In the video below, we see the iconic show’s intro recreated with puppies starring as cast members. Spoiler alert: it’s AWESOME. In addition to this being downright adorable and hilarious (puns … Read more

This Puppy Was Afraid To Go Down The Stairs, Then Her Dad Came Up With This.

We all can agree, puppies are just the cutest. From the way they fall over their overgrown paws to those puppy kisses that never end, puppies are irresistible to any dog lover. In the case of this precious pup, she’s super afraid of the stairs. Each and every day is full of new discoveries for a puppy, and the stairs are something that her mind meets with apprehension. Her family took notice of their puppy’s fear of the stairs, and … Read more

Please SHARE! Special FREE Adoption Event For Dogs Rescued From Lawrence County Animal Shelter

Three weeks after rescuing 300 severely neglected animals from the Lawrence County Animal Shelter in Moulton, Alabama, many of them are now ready to be adopted. Luckily, some of them found their original owners and the ASPCA was able to reunite the families. “ASPCA responders have managed the sheltering, medical treatment and behavior enrichment of these animals removed from the overcrowded and unsanitary conditions at Lawrence County Animal Shelter for the past several weeks,” said Tim Rickey, vice president of … Read more

Bicyclists Ride 3300 Miles To Help Abused Dogs

Eric McQuesten was inspired to start OnePulse after cycling cross-country and raising money for the Fuller Center for Housing. Eric wanted to build a community where multiple charities could combine resources and help each other. OnePulse had its first annual cross-country ride summer 2014. This year, he wanted to help abused animals. “I was reading about how dogs are mistreated and it opened my eyes to the current issues we have with dog mills,” McQuesten told us in an interview. … Read more

Shelter Dogs Model For The Camera And End Up Getting Adopted

For a dog in a shelter, they have no control whatsoever over who adopts them–and when. Sadly, as we all know, many of these poor dogs never have the chance to get adopted. Living in a shelter helps to keep them safe from the dangerous streets, but they want nothing more than to have a place to call home, with a loving human. At the Humane Society of Utah, they wanted to try something different for a chance for their … Read more

Knowing How To Do THIS Could Save Your Dog’s Life

It may not be something you ever think about, but it probably should be. Do you know what to do if your dog swallows that chew bone and it gets stuck in his throat? What if he steals a chicken bone off the counter? Knowing how to perform the Heimlich Maneuver on your dog could save their life. Here are the key things to do if you notice your dog is chocking or not breathing: Remain calm. Stress will just … Read more

Dog Coaches Baby To Crawl For First Time

Labrador Retrievers are one of the most popular family dogs and this adorable video shows us exactly why! This precious baby takes her first crawling steps because she wants so badly to say hi to her best doggy friend. But the most heartwarming part is when her dog sees her efforts and decides to meet her halfway for the cutest moment ever! This dad is so happy that he caught this moment on video, especially because it’s his daughter’s first … Read more

Genius Dog Figures Out How To Get Ball From Pool Without Getting Wet

As any dog lover knows, canines are pretty smart. So much so that they can truly amaze us with some of the cool “tricks” they can do. Some dogs are finicky about certain things, such is the case with this dog that doesn’t want to dive into the pool to fetch her ball. She stares at it, pawing the water in frustration, unsure of what to do. The dog, Rosie, circles around the pool trying to devise a plan to … Read more

BREAKING NEWS RECALL – Bravo Recalls Select Lots Of Dog And Cat Food Due To Salmonella

Bravo Pet Foods (Manchester, Connecticut) is recalling select lots of Bravo! Chicken pet foods for dogs and cats due to possible Salmonella contamination. http://www.bravopetfoods.com/consumerrecall.html The recall is the result of routine testing by the New York State Department of Agriculture that revealed the presence of Salmonella contamination. To date, the company has received no reports to date of illness in either people or animals associated with these products. Affected Product The following product is being voluntarily recalled due to the … Read more

Woman Wrestles 7ft Alligator To Rescue Her Dog!

How far would you go to keep your dog safe from harm? Would you go above and beyond to save their life? Recently in Florida, one dog owner’s love was truly put to the test. If you’re familiar with the Sunshine State, then you know that they have alligators that can make for some very close encounters. When one woman was outside of her home with her dog, suddenly she heard her let out a terrible howl, clearly signaling distress … Read more

Ask A Vet : 5 Ways To Keep Senior Dogs Healthy

If you love a senior dog, you want to make your friend’s life as good as it can get for as long as possible. I treat loads of senior patients and we pride ourselves on the longevity and continuing the good health of a large majority of our patients. Concerned, loving pet parents ask me how healthcare can help their senior dogs, so I have distilled my advice down to the top 5. And here they are (drum roll, please): … Read more

9 Ways Dogs Are Starring In Weddings This Year

Let’s face it, we probably love our dogs as much as we love our families – because they’re a part of our families! So when couples meet and decide to tie the knot, they want their pups front and center with them. If you’re planning a wedding and need some tips on including your pooch, we’ve got some great ones here! #1 – Ring Bearer What better way to let your pup shine on your wedding day then to allow … Read more