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36th Annual Beautiful Bulldog Contest Is An Adorable Drool Fest

Glitter, spandex, lots of hair, diva ‘tudes and…drool? This is no ordinary beauty contest, it’s the 36th Annual Beautiful Bulldog Contest held at Drake University. 50 bulldogs from eight states gathered in the Drake University Knapp Center this past weekend with the hopes of being crowned the 2015 Drake Relays’ official mascot. The pageant was started by Drake alumni in 1979 as a way to find a real dog to represent Drake’s fictional bulldog mascot, Spike. “The Beautiful Bulldog Contest is the … Read more

Building Burns Down With No Assumed Survivors Until This Dog Was Found Alive 8 Days Later

This is truly a miracle story. A dog, Zeus, was found to be missing after a fire blazed through an apartment building at 102 Jay Street in Schenectady, New York. Eight days later, the firefighters saw a face peeking out the fourth-floor windows. ”We were able to get up there and lure him out with a little bit of pizza of all things,” explained Schenectady Fire Chief Raymond Senecal told local news. Zeus appeared very happy to see his rescuers … Read more

Dogs Argue Like Human Siblings Over Getting Off The Couch

Siblings are pretty funny. Sure, there are moments of genuine conflict, but for the most part, brothers and sisters look out for each other, and their ‘fights’ are usually pretty comical for any bystanders. Turns out, dogs aren’t immune to this kind of family banter – at least not when a clever human decides to add subtitles to their conversations. Meet Mishka and Laika, two gorgeous huskies with a couple of things in common: they share the same family, and … Read more

These Dogs Get Food Delivered To Their Doorstep And It Is The “Why” That Is So Powerful

Many seniors benefit from the helpful gestures of organizations like Care Connection for Aging Services in Warrensburg, Kansas. A little human kindness can go a long way, after all. Care Connection provides meals-on-wheels for its community members, but it doesn’t stop there. The organization also ensures the dogs of the elderly individuals they serve are well-fed and in good health, so these best friends don’t have to part ways. Pretty amazing, huh? Imagine being elderly or disabled, and also being … Read more

This Brilliant Vending Machine Takes In Bottles & Feeds Stray Dogs In Exchange

This vending machine does more than just help our environment. For every plastic bottle put inside for recycling, it dispenses kibble into a bowl to feed the city’s stray dogs. This amazing vending machine is located in Istanbul where there’s an estimated 150,000 stray dogs wandering the streets looking for their next meal. These machines, made by Pugedon, are able to provide food that is completely paid for by the costs of the recycled bottles. It’s a true win-win situation … Read more

This PROVES Our Dogs Can Completely Understand Us

Remember Lexi the Samoyed? We love that video of her when she woke up her dad because she wants to go for a walk. She didn’t like it when her dad sleeps in, so what she did, she woke her dad up in the gentlest and sweetest way! Now Lexi has captured our attention again! Lexi is so sweet that she cares about her dad so much. So when her dad left his hat downstairs, Lexi is so thoughtful that … Read more

When Her Owners Leave, This Beagle Gets To Work – Wait Till You See What She Gets Into!

Dogs are incredibly smart creatures. We’ve seen them do amazing tricks. There was even that one dog who’s said to be the smartest dog in the world because of his amazing routine! And let’s not forget that adorable Pit Bull named CZR, who was taught the meaning behind the words YES and NO, and nods his head yes or no when his owner asks him a question. Now this Beagle is so clever that she found a way to reach … Read more

Ask a Dog Trainer – Why Won’t My Dog Listen To Me In A New Location?

  It happens to pretty much anyone who has ever trained a dog: you dog is doing amazing in class and/or at home, but then you take him somewhere else and he won’t listen to anything you say. This is the point where most dog owners get frustrated and claim their dog is stubborn – only working when he feels like it. The truth is, most dogs are not stubborn. There are in fact a few reasons why your dog may not … Read more

After Being Adopted, This Once Stray Dog Refuses To Eat Alone Ever Again!

Shelter animals are not broken, they just need help for them to overcome the pain and sadness of the life they’ve been through. Shelter animals need our love and our care. It’s no surprise if they don’t want to ever be alone again. This adopted stray dog found his loving forever home. In the video below, you’ll see him and his sibling getting some dinner. Their human gives them their food, then puts their dish a few feet apart from … Read more

This Pit Bull Was Used As A Bait Dog, Wait ‘Till You See What Happens When She’s Rescued!

We have always admired the work done by Hope for Paws. These amazing people are helping a lot of animals, and we’ve shared a lot of their heartwarming rescue videos. Not only do they rescue animals in need, but they’re also on a mission to educate people on the importance of companion animals in our society to stop the cycle of animal neglect and abuse. In the video below, you’ll see the wonderful people of Hope for Paws rescuing an … Read more

15 Year Old Dog Tossed In Garbage Is Rescued And Now Needs A Home

Last Thursday a local rescue group, Defense of Animals (Defaniva) near Valladolid, Spain received a frantic call from a neighborhood group. The group had already called the police because they had heard screams coming from an underground waste container, the rescue’s Facebook page accounts. The group believed someone had cast an unwanted litter of dogs into the locked disposal bin.  When the police were unable to open it, they fire department was called in to break it open. No one … Read more

Photographer Shows Off The Joys Of Rescued Dogs

Elke Vogelsang is a German photographer whose muse became her dogs when she rescued her first, Noddles. “In my family, all dogs were rescue dogs,” Vogelsang explains. “So to me, it was always clear that I would get my dog from a shelter. As my husband had no connection to dogs, I was looking for a very friendly dog. That’s when I found Noodles on the internet. She was born in Spain and got rescued from a kill shelter somewhere … Read more

Clever Dog Outsmarts Feisty Kitten During Playdate

Don’t you just love it when cats and dogs get along? They are so adorable when they become the best of friends. One of our favorites is that friendship between a cat and a blind dog. They were such good friends that the cat became the blind dog’s seeing eye cat! But with that sweet friendship comes some quirks too! A cat and dog friendship ought to have some funny moments, especially when they’re playing. Just like these two buddies. … Read more

This Smart Dog Barks Quieter When Asked

Some dogs are quite talkative. And some just bark more than most dogs. Barking is their way of calling our attention. And sometimes, when they really want our attention, they can be very loud. Which can sometimes annoy the neighbors. But hey, their barking can save lives too! Especially when they’re warning us of a potential threat or danger. (related: check out the best dog barking deterrents )  But this dog knows how to soften his bark! Yup, that’s right. … Read more

If You Still Think Pit Bulls Are An Aggressive Breed, You Need To Meet This One.

Some ignorant people still believe that Pit Bulls are dangerously aggressive breeds. If they met Sharky, they would definitely think otherwise. We’ve featured a video of Sharky swimming with his cute little chick friends. It was so adorable when the chicks used Sharky as bridge to get out from the water and into dry land. Sharky is such a lovable Pit Bull! In fact, he has his very own Facebook page with more than 800,000 likes! Now here he is … Read more

14 Dogs Who Made Poor Life Choices

Oops! It seemed like a good idea at the time! At least that’s what these pooches are thinking. ☺ Dogs have a funny way of living their lives without much concern. And they certainly don’t care if they look silly doing something! That’s just one of the millions of reasons why we love them! That’s why when BuzzFeed put together a video of 14 dogs highlighting some of their hilariously goofy faux pas; we had to share it with you! … Read more

Ask A Vet: Can I Give My Dog An Illness When I Am Sick?

Most people have suffered a stomach bug, also called viral gastroenteritis. Most of these infections in humans are attributed to norovirus. Extremely infectious among humans, it makes most who are exposed ill. According to the CDC, norovirus is responsible for 19-21 million human cases per year. Over 90% of the cruise ship incidents in which large portions of the ship’s crew and passengers fall ill with stomach bugs are attributed to norovirus. (1) In essence, norovirus is not your friend. … Read more

Dog Travels 37 Miles To Reunite With Owner After Being Removed From Hospital

Our dogs greeting us when we arrive home lets us know that they miss us. Even if we’re gone just for a while, our furry friends miss us. Just like that German Shepherd who was whining when his mommy got home after being away for 36 hours. One dog in South America did something incredible that proved to everyone that our dogs really do miss us, and that they want to be with us. In Uruguay, South America, a dog … Read more

Elderly Stray Dog Receives Wheelchair For Paralyzed Legs And Can Finally Move Again

Keebler is an elderly Dachshund who was found abandoned on the side of the road. Keebler is thirteen years old and he couldn’t use his rear legs. In the hopes that his owner might come and claim him, Keebler was brought to the local animal shelter. But no one ever came. The human society was considering the option of euthanizing him because there wasn’t anything they could do for the poor senior dog. But just like an angel sent from … Read more

This Mama Dachshund Adopts An Abandoned Pig As Her Own Puppy

Animals and humans aren’t all that different; we all crave love and protection, security and affection. So it’s always nice to see animals developing those connections with one another, regardless of species. In the video below, an orphaned baby pig is left without a mom to care for it. Luckily, the piglet’s sad story gets a happy ending, thanks to a generous, loving Dachshund mama who is happy to take the pig in as her very own, raising it alongside … Read more

Watching These Homeless Dogs Get A Second Chance Is Why We Do What We Do

There are thousands of homeless dogs living all over the United States. These abandoned, often previously abused sweethearts struggle every day to survive without a family who loves them or a safe home to call their own. It can be overwhelming, thinking of how to help these poor babies. But the truth is, it just takes a little organization and a whole lot of heart. In the clip below, two organizations who dedicate their efforts to seeking out these dogs … Read more

Rescued Piglets Take Three-Legged Pit Bull For A Walk

Need something for your daily dose of cuteness? We have just the video for you! We’ve shared a couple of videos of unlikely animal friendships and we never get tired of them. Those sweet and adorable animals have taught us that despite our differences, we can all get along if we’re kind to each other. What we have here for you is an unlikely trio– two rescued piglets and a three-legged Pit Bull! These three are the best of friends! … Read more

Ask A Vet: Why Does My Dog Stink?

I hear this question frequently and sometimes I am the one that notices the odor myself when the dog and owner are enclosed in my exam room. Sometimes I catch a whiff of my own dog from the back seat of my Jeep. Everyone that has dogs knows that occasionally there are… well, odors. Not all smells are abnormal. When I was in college, I dated a guy who told me that he had adopted a Labrador Retriever because they … Read more

Dog Saved From ‘Death Row’ Adopts And Nurses Orphaned Raccoons

Every dog deserves a second chance. You’ll never know what amazing things they can do, they can either save a life, make a sick child smile, or help other animals. Just like the dog in the video below. Her name is Piper. Piper was pregnant and had mange all over her body when she was rescued from death row. She was saved from being put down at the very last moment. And on Valentines day, she gave birth to four … Read more

Dog Completely Covered In Tar And Left For Dead Was Rescued Just In Time

The video you’re about to watch is graphic. Luckily, the ending to this story is happy and heartwarming…so just remember that! A 5 month-old puppy had fallen into a pool of hot tar in India that engulfed his body and made it rock solid. Completely stuck to the ground, the dog was unable to move and was hopeless until a passerby noticed his struggle. The kind stranger acted quickly, calling the United Animal Aid hotline, who then sent rescue workers … Read more

Huskies Learn To Walk On Water

Russian photographer Fox Grom is a master at capturing the many sides of the Siberian Husky, set in the stunning landscape of his native Kirovsk. Most impressive are his images of huskies apparently walking on water – the ice has just begun to thaw leaving a small amount of water on the surface of the ice, making it look like the dogs are walking on water – no Photoshop required.      

Woman Rescues Neglected Sick Puppy From Home And Radically Transforms His Life

In 2012 Sandi Hathaway was driving with her then-roommate who wanted to stop by and see his cousin. Little did she know that detour would save a life. They arrived at a gutted house with no electricity. Like an episode of Horders, there was trash and animal feces everywhere. “We walked in and since there was no lighting, I saw a huddled mass in the corner,” Hathaway recalls. “He looked gray and black, but as I went to pet him, … Read more

Man Recreates 11 Romantic Movie Scenes With Dog At Work

Bored at the office? If your boss happens to bring his dog to work then maybe you can do what this man had done – recreated famous movie scenes using the dog as the main characters. You have to admit – he has a pretty cool boss to allow him to do this while on the clock. “My boss brings her dog Wrigley to work every day, and for the past month we’ve been reenacting romance scenes from movies. It … Read more

Shelter Uses Photobooth Pics To Drastically Boosts Adoptions

We all know a picture is worth a thousand words, but to a shelter dog, it can mean a home. That’s why The Humane Society of Utah started a campaign recently to capture their adoptable dogs in a better light – in the hopes of raising their chances of adoption. The pictures, snapped by the talented Guinnevere Shuster, social medial coordinator/photographer for the Humane Society of Utah, are made to look like quirky photos from a fair photobooth. The results, … Read more

They Took Their Dogs To A Stream – Wait Till You See How Much Fun They Had

It’s no surprise that a lot of dogs love a good swim. Whether it’s in a pool, in the ocean or at the lake, our four-legged pals love to dive in and enjoy themselves. So, what could be cuter than seeing a dog splashing around, you wonder? A bunch of dogs splashing around, of course! On a beautiful day in Germany, several dog owners decided to get together to let their beloved pups have some fun. Watch as they bask … Read more

Dog Puts Life On The Line To Save Girl From Rabid Fox

Unfortunately, officials tested the fox and it came back positive for rabies. Both Howard and Hazen have been given multiple rabies shots and Domino is quarantined for 90 days. According to neighbors, Domino was not up-to-date on the rabies vaccine. Since he was bit three times, health officials told the Howard family it’s probable he will contract the disease and have to be euthanized. It will be a tough 90 days for the Howard family and their community, as they wait … Read more

Toddler’s Dog Is A Great Playmate But Also Keeps Her Alive

Every child should grow up with a dog. They’re great playmates, they can make children smile, and with the dog around, parents can teach their kids how to respect animals. The story we have here for you is a special friendship of a little girl and her dog. They are the best of friends. Not only does the dog cheers her up, and plays with her, he also saves her life every single day. Meet Alida and her service dog … Read more

Dog Gets A Surprise Snack From An Unlikely Friend

Cats and dogs have a long history of being sworn enemies. Countless cartoons have depicted these fur babies feuding over one thing or another, but rarely do we see them getting along, let alone helping one another! The dog and cat duo you’re about to meet is quite the dream team. Their human keeps the cat food on the countertop to keep it out of range of the dogs in the house. Luckily, this generous cat decides to share the … Read more

UPDATE: Woman Laid Down In The Road To Save The Life Of A Scared Dog

How far will you go just to rescue a dog? When you see a stray dog, how much time can you spare to make sure the dog is rescued? Just recently, we featured a video of a lady who took her time and waited patiently to earn a dog’s trust to rescue the poor dog. It took her a while, but it was worth it. Here we have another woman who did everything she could just to earn the dog’s … Read more

13 Reasons We Absolutely Love Senior Dogs

If you have owned a senior dog then you know there is just something special about those golden years. And remember, if you are looking for a dog, there are plenty of silver-nosed seniors waiting for love at your local shelter. Here are just a few reasons we love them. #1 – Soulful Eyes There is nothing more powerful than the soulful eyes of a senior dog. If only we could read their minds or understand what they are saying – the … Read more

From The Vet: Toxic Jerky Treats-Not Just From China Anymore!

Hannah Wheeler

Does the news about jerky treats have you feeling jerked around? You are not alone. Jerky is a meat product that is cut into strips, treated with additives (like salt) and then dried. Treats made of jerky have been connected with kidney disease in dogs. We have all heard of the toxic issues associated with feeding jerky treats that were sourced from outside the US, but in the last few years such stories seemed to fade into history.     … Read more

Man In Thailand Spends His Time Bathing Stray Dogs

We love it how random people show their love for dogs. Just like that woman who helped animals in need and fed stray dogs. She wasn’t part of any rescue organization, she just helped them because she just wanted to. And then her family was amazed when the stray dogs showed up at her funeral. A man in Thailand does the same thing. He bathes stray dogs around his village! This amazing guy rescued a stray dog in Thailand and … Read more

Owner Assists Senior Dog In Doing His Very Last Agility Run

Old is beautiful. Puppies are cute, and so are senior dogs. Senior dogs are very sweet. They have years of experience with friendship. But old age can affect a dog’s physical capabilities. The once very energetic young dog, is now less active. Nevertheless, they are still the adorable and sweet dog that you always knew. In the video below you’ll see a senior dog doing his last agility run. Most of the time, people would think of dog agility as … Read more

Texas Teenagers Act Quickly To Save The Life Of An Abandoned Dying Dog

In San Antonio Texas, five teenage boys rescued a sickly stray dog (now named Londyn) they found outside their school. The high school students namely, Brandon Noriega, Roland Bazan, Joseph Rangel, Ivan Zarate, and Luis Villanueva, found the sickly dying dog wandering around the track near their classroom. They felt so sorry for the poor dog; one of the students, Joseph Rangel, said that looking at the dog broke his heart. So the boys did the responsible thing, they gave … Read more

Husky Puppies Melt The Room When They Start Talking To Each Other From Owners Arms

Dogs are our best friends. In some cases, they even feel like our little children…our beloved fur babies. Still, it’s no secret that even though the love between us and our pups is strong, communication between dogs and humans isn’t always straightforward. Dogs can’t speak the way we do, so body language is often what we have to off of…and it’s enough to melt our hearts! Dogs can communicate with one another, though. Through barks and nudges and sniffs, these … Read more

After 4 Years In A Shelter, It’s Time For Us To Find A Home For Waldo

Waldo is a beautiful, 75-pound red pit bull who has been living at shelters since he was found as a stray in 2010. League for Animal Protection (LAP) pulled him in April 2011 and placed him in boarding because he was due for euthanasia. Now, Waldo is losing his kennel space and he needs a forever home ASAP. The rescuers describe him as a sweetheart! (Just look at that face!) And we’re pleased to announce that iHeartDogs.com is donating a years … Read more

Adopted Dog Saves Boy’s Life By Telling His Mom He Would Have A Seizure

When Danielle Zuckerman went to Sammie’s Friends Animal Shelter, she went to get a friend for her son. But she got something even better – a dog that would free her from her health limitations. FOX 10 News | fox10phoenix.com Thor is a quiet, friendly pit bull. At least, he was until a few days after they adopted him. That was when he jumped on Danielle’s lap and started barking. She didn’t understand what was going on at first. “I … Read more

From The Vet: Important New Update on Canine Flu

Most dog people have heard of the shocking outbreak of Canine Influenza in and around Chicago. Some veterinarians and pet related media have been instructing people to avoid taking their dogs to areas where other dogs gather, such as dog parks and boarding kennels. Five dogs have died and over 1000 have been reported ill. In addition to shunning multiple dog situations, people were being advised to vaccinate their dogs for canine influenza as soon as possible. The American Veterinary … Read more

After Being Rescued From Living On The Street, This Dog Says Thank You In The Most Amazing Way

Rescuing a dog is not easy. Most of the time, the dogs are traumatized by what other humans have done to them. So they are terrified when a human approaches them. They either run, hide, or try to fight back. And who could blame them? After all, they’ve been through a lot. In the video below, you’ll see a rescuer approaching a stray dog. Her name is Janine Guido, and she’s the founder of Speranza Animal Rescue. She received a … Read more

Dolphin Falls In Love With Boater’s Dog And Jumps Up For A Kiss

There are moments that are so amazing you wish you had a camera with you so you can take a video and share the moment with everyone. Just like those times when your dog does something funny or something awesome, then there’s no camera or camera phone nearby! The video we have for you is truly one amazing moment. And I’m glad they caught this moment on video! This video clip is from the award-winning IMAX classic, DOLPHINS by MacGillivray … Read more

This Puppy Mill Dog Never Felt Human Touch Until Now

We hate puppy mills. Let me rephrase that, we abhor, despite, and loathe puppy mills! All they’re after is the money they make. They have no regard of the poor animal’s condition, they don’t care if the animal is sick or uncomfortable; all they care about is whatever makes a bigger profit. The chihuahua in the video below was rescued from a puppy mill by the National Mill Dog Rescue. Her name is Harleigh. Harleigh spent more than three years … Read more

15 Dog Breeds From France

France is known for its rich history, delicious food, beautiful art and excellent fashion. But did you know there are some great dog breeds that came from France as well? Here we’ve compiled a list of the most popular French dogs. #1 – Barbet The Barbet is a water retrieving dog and is a relatively rare breed. The Barbet is a very old breed that is thought to be the ancestor of many water retrieving dogs we see today. They’re … Read more

Photographer’s Images of Kids & Dogs Will Leave You Breathless & Inspired

Elena Karneeva is a Russian photographer who specializes in children. Working Moscow, one of the world’s most picturesque cities, gives her natural backgrounds other photographers can only dream of. “Each shot is special for me,” she says. “Not only do I try to catch the child’s emotions, I want to get a unique, beautiful picture…slightly open a window into another world.” As you will see by the following images, she not only captures the child’s emotions, but the dog’s as … Read more

This Dog Places Her Paw On A Boy With Down Syndrome. What Happens Next Is Amazing In Every Way.

Dogs are very thoughtful and compassionate creatures. We doglovers know that. And that’s one reason why we love them so much. Whenever we feel down, our dogs are always there for us. And we love how they are worried when they see us cry or if we feel sick. It just proves how much they love us. In the video below, you’ll see another compassionate and thoughtful dog. A mama dog seems to be comforting a boy with down syndrome. … Read more

This Senior Dog Was Near Death Until He Was Adopted By A 10 Year Old With Cancer

Every dog deserves a second chance. Especially the ones who are abandoned and neglected. Every dog deserves a happy life and family that loves him. Don’t you agree? This 8-year-old German Shepherd named Zero got his second chance at having a wonderful and loving family. His first owners neglected him for years. He was rescued from a home along with 40 other animals who were all abused and neglected. Now he has a new family who loves him, and a … Read more

This Abandoned Dog Was Completely Frightened of People But That Changes Immediately Once He Is Rescued

J.J. Woofin Paws Rescue Agency specializes in finding people the perfect dog for them to adopt. Their mission is to find a loving forever home for dogs in need. One day, they were contacted about a stray dog who had been abandoned at a gated baseball field. He sometimes wanders over to a business parking lot. The employees fed him and gave him water, but they could not get near him. J.J. Woofin Paws Rescuers went over to the area … Read more