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Tellington TTouch Training (TTouch), was developed by internationally-recognized animal expert Linda Tellington-Jones. It Is a “specialized approach to the care and training of our companion animals, horses and exotic animals, as well as for the physical and emotional well-being of humans.” Although hard to describe on paper, TTouch at its most basic, is a series of touches, lifts and slides that will “improve behavior, enhance performance and health and teach a dog to learn willingly.” The below video explains a … Read more
What would your dog do if he finds 10 chicks? Most dogs would love to chase them (I know mine would!). But this dog did something different. She acted on her maternal instincts and adopted 10 orphaned baby chicks! Everyone, meet Bailey, a Retriever mix who found 10 orphaned chicks. The chicks just appeared from nowhere and it seems like they’ve lost their mother. So with no mother to take care of these 10 babies, Bailey steps in and becomes … Read more
They say cats and dogs are mortal enemies. Well we know that some of them do get along. In fact some of them are the best of friends. The first meeting can be tricky though; it may be love at first sight, but it can be a little rocky too! And later on, when they both live in the same house, they become like siblings, and with that comes a little sibling rivalry. What we have here for you is … Read more
We doglovers love dog movies. But it really breaks our hearts to see a dog suffering in a movie. This upcoming dog movie “Max” will leave every moviegoer in tears. Watching the trailer has torn the hearts out of many. This movie by Warner Bros. is based on true events. It tells the story about Max, a dog who is mourning the death of his handler, a U.S. Marine named Kyle Wincott. Max and Kyle were deployed to Afghanistan where … Read more
It doesn’t matter how long we’ve been gone from the house. Our dogs will always give us the best welcome home greeting! It’s such wonderful feeling to know that someone has noticed that you’re gone; it’s nice to know that you were missed, and that somebody is so happy and eager to see you come back home! I’m sure everyone who lives with a loving dog agrees! Right? In the video below, you’ll see a woman who’s returning home after … Read more
Anyone who has ever brought a new puppy home knows that they love to do two things: explore, and sleep. It’s always so adorable to see an excited baby dog go from running around and getting to know his surroundings one minute, playing with anyone in site, to plopping down and indulging in a lazy nap. A lot of times, despite how tired they are, pups don’t actually want to fall asleep. They try and try to fight it, but … Read more
How much would you sacrifice to save your dog? Would you risk your life to save your dog’s life? A man from New York made the ultimate sacrifice to rescue his dog. 34-year-old Garvin Anthony Brown, drowned while he was rescuing his dog who fell through a frozen pond. Brown was a Brooklyn DJ; Tony Trixx was his stage name. His beloved dog’s name is Rudy, a German Shepherd mix. Gavin and his fiance were on a weekend trip in … 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. Ever wondered how your dog is feeling? Of course you have, we all have! And while some emotions may be harder to pinpoint, boredom is one that most dogs display quite clearly. Here are 12 signs that your dog is bored and needs something to do. One thing to note: a lot of these can also be signs … Read more
Dog owners would find this question to be ridiculous in the face of what they see from their dogs that seems to be jealous behavior. I have always heard about dogs’ jealous guarding of a special human or a resource from my clients so I wanted to look into this more. I can’t tell you how many times I have heard from a wife that the dog growls at the husband when he approaches or touches the wife when the … Read more
Jannina Laaksonen is a pit bull mom with a mission. To dispel breed stigmas and encourage adoption. But she is going about it in a very non-traditional way – through humor. Lasskonen’s social media sites are filled with photos and videos of her two pit bull mixes, Sookie and Ivy, re-enacting movies, performing tricks and just being goofy. Meet The Girls Sookie When Laaksonen adopted Sookie in 2011, she had no experience with bully breeds. She went to the shelter … Read more
Spring may be coming, but there’s still some snow around! While some are simply playing with the snow, throwing snowballs, or making a snowman, this fabulous Dachshund is doing something very awesome! He’s out skiing with his human! Remember that video of a Dachshund dressed as a chef and making grilled Bruschetta? Yup, we’re talking about Crusoe the Celebrity Dachshund! Crusoe the weiner dog is out of the kitchen and is now having a fantabulous time skiing at a ski … Read more
In Bay Villiage Ohio, the news crew of WKYC saved a black Labrador named Kimberly after being stranded on ice for five days. Kimberly had run away from her home in Lorain, Ohio. She somehow ended up thirty (30) kilometers away from her home, on the frozen Lake Erie. The Coast Guard crew said that an air mission to save the dog was too difficult. The Coast Guard and the Fire Department had been trying to rescue poor Kimberly, but … Read more
Life can be crazy, especially if you own a dog. Between feeding, grooming, exercising, training, playing, pottying…well, you can start to feel like you spend all your time (and money!) caring for your dog and not enjoying him. Here are 20 hacks to help you spend less time doing the “chores” associated with dog ownership, so you have more time to just enjoy your best friend. #1 – Giant Carabiner for Walking Use one of these giant carabiner to hold … Read more
Easter is early this year, so don’t delay in picking out these fun and festive toys, treats and accessories for your dog. After all, what dog doesn’t want a basket of goodies on Easter morning? For added fun, hide it and let them sniff it out. Cute Tip: instead of using fake grass in your dog’s basket (unsafe!), use real wheat “cat” grass clippings. It smells good and it’s okay if your dog eats some of it. #1 –Toys “R”Us … Read more
Who would’ve thought that a dog would be lost in the summit of a snowy mountain? Believe it or not, a dog was rescued in the snowy Curavacas mountains in Spain on March 15, 2015 Mountain climbers were surprised to hear a dog barking near the summit of the Curavacas mountain. Mountain climber and rescuer Tente Lagunilla, was contacted by one of his friends about a dog that they’ve heard barking in mountains. They informed him that they heard the … Read more
We love our dogs so much that we would do almost anything to make them comfortable and happy, especially when they’re sick; it’s during those times that they need us most. Our dogs have been there with us when we’re feeling down, they’ve cheered us up when we feel sad, so shouldn’t we also be there for them during their difficult times? A guy named Jeff Shields was found pushing a baby’s stroller in the park. At first you’d think … Read more
Do you bring your dogs shopping with you? I’m sure our furry friends love going shopping with us! Especially when we get to the dog treat aisle! But this guy did something so adorable when he went shopping with his puppy! You have to check this out! I gotta say, shopping has never been this cute!! This guy is pushing a small toy shopping cart with his super adorable Dachshund puppy in it! Need I say more? This is just … Read more
We just love talking dogs! Remember that adorable Frenchie puppy who said “I love you”? Yup, we all loved that! And just recently we featured two talking Huskies who were arguing about the ownership of a certain toy. And now, we found a video compilation of some very talkative dogs! If you need to talk to somebody today, then this video might just be perfect for you! You may not understand what they’re saying, but they will surely make you … Read more
Sometimes when we are lost, all we need is someone to reach out to us and help us find the way. Dogs are like that too. Whenever a dog is lost, all he needs is just one person to help him, and that will change his world forever. That is why we’ve always looked up to Eldad and his team. They rescue abandoned/stray dogs, and help them find a loving, forever home. Eldad has once again rescued another precious life. … Read more
Does your dog know how to dance? Well this dog surely has some talent! In fact, because of his mad skills in dancing, he has gained thousands of followers and fans in his Facebook and Instagram accounts. He even has his very own website! Everyone, meet Nathan the Dancing Dog! Nathan is a Chinese Crested dog. He may have a lot of fans now, but his life wasn’t always fabulous. Nathan has been rejected by many homes. Fortunately, Bald is … Read more
Adorable dogs playing sports? Everybody loves it! Remember the Puppy Bowl? Oh yeah! We absolutely love that! And here’s another one you’re gonna love: The Royal Corgi Race! Everyone, meet Henry, Victoria, Spencer, Camilla, James, Alexandra, Albert, Phillipa, Boris, and Elizabeth! These ten adorable Corgis are gathered in Bedford Square, the venue of the world’s first ever Corgi Race! In celebration of the upcoming birth of the second baby of Prince William and Kate Middleton (The Duchess of Cambridge), these … Read more
Many of us have dogs that are pretty much indoor all the time unless we on a walk or at a dog park. And this is not a bad thing, our dogs love being with us 24/7. But that doesn’t mean your dog can’t become depressed if the bad weather keeps you in or frustrated if you haven’t hadn’t time for your runs lately. Or maybe you worry he isn’t getting enough sunshine or fresh air. These 15 tips will … Read more
Moving to a new home can cause undo stress on all family members, including the four legged ones that have no idea what’s going on. Dogs are often territorial and may have a harder time transitioning into their new digs. Listed below are some tips to ease the move and make it a more positive experience. Before the Move If moving to a new city or state, check local ordinances to make sure vaccinations are up to date and registrations … Read more
You know that certain”people” foods can be toxic to dogs, but what about other items you may have in your cabinets, garage, or yard? You wouldn’t think they’d want to consume things like laundry detergent or kerosene, but it only takes one time for your pup’s curiosity to potentially turn deadly. You can’t watch them every second, so always keep these products safely tucked away from prying paws! Dr. Kristen Vance, veterinarian and owner of Homeward Bound Mobile Vet shared 15 common household items that are … Read more
South Korea is the only country in the world that currently (and actively) farms dogs for meat. It’s a devastating thing to really think about as an animal lover, but luckily, despite the subject matter, the video you’re about to watch isn’t a sad one. Earlier this month, dedicated members of Humane Society International worked tirelessly to rescue 57 dogs from a dog meat farm in South Korea. 57! The farmer who was responsible for the animals has agreed to cease … Read more
Have you ever had a dog missing or stolen from you? I cannot imagine the emotional distress a doglover must experience when a dog is stolen from him/her. All the pain and the worry must be overwhelming! But when they get reunited with their stolen or missing pets, it’s such a joyful feeling–the happiness cannot be measured! March 12 – a Whippet named Jasper was brought into the Heath Veterinary Clinic at Hurstpierpoint, U.K. after he was found wandering nearby. … Read more
For the past fifty years, the United States Department of Agriculture has been working on legislation to regulate safe breeding practices for dogs. There are registrations, inspections, and specific criteria that must be met in order to get approval by the federal and in some cases, state agencies. Even with these standards in place, puppy mills are still in practice. Pet stores still sell puppies from these mills and from backyard breeders. And people still continue to buy that cute … Read more
In theory, service dogs should be well behaved, mild mannered, and blend in with their environment. What happens when a service dog is put into a classroom with twenty-some odd 7 year olds? Would the noise, excitement level, or activity affect how he does his job? What about the children? Would they be more distracted by the cute doggy? With a host of mental and physical disorders on the rise among the youth in America, there is an increasing demand … Read more
Why should your kids have all the fun at Easter? There is nothing many dogs like to do than sniff out items. Here are 12 creative ways to let your dog have some fun on Easter morning and give that nose of his a workout. Don’t worry about the weather, these hunts can be done inside or out! #1 – Plastic Eggs with Treats For dogs with really good noses, fill those plastic eggs with a high-smelling treat and have your … Read more
Peanut butter and jelly. Ketchup and mustard. Milk and cookies. Yin and Yang….just a few of the world’s most classic combinations. But our favorite? Dogs and babies. No question about it. There’s just something so joyful about seeing a baby and a dog curiously enjoy their time together, playing and laughing and romping around. Such a cute pair of best friends! That’s definitely the case with the cutie pies you’re about to meet. Kiera is a darling little human who … Read more
It’s that time of year when we feel the need to get rid of clutter and throw away things we didn’t even remember we owned. But, we did buy all those things at some point, so you are kinda throwing your money away. Before you do, take a look at ways you can upcycle common “throw away” items into new, useful dog things. Some you could probably even sell on Etsy or donate to a local shelter. #1 – Old Suitcases … Read more
Nothing will ever compare to the love of a mother. A loving mother will do absolutely anything to protect her children. She will put herself at risk, she will even put her life in the line, just to make sure her children are safe. And that applies to the animal kingdom too. Even dogs and other animals have the same protective motherly love for their offspring. A mother dog in Valparaiso Chile showed how much a mother really loves her … Read more
I think we can all agree that barking is a form of communication. I always thought that my dog was barking to converse with me in her own “dog language” like someone who speaks a different language might try to talk to me. Could it be more than that? When someone new arrives on the scene at my house, my dog barks. When she wants me to know that she heard a noise, she sounds the alarm. Dogs at my … Read more
Dumped by his owners at the Animal Care and Control in New York City, Bucky is a 17-years-young pit bull who just wants a second chance to love and be loved. According to animal control, he walks nicely on the leash, appears to be house-trained. He was due for euthanasia on February 28 and was living on borrowed time. However, For The Love of Dog Rottweiler Rescue of New Hampshire pulled him from animal control last Saturday and he is now being … Read more
Every dog deserves a place to run. There’s even a quote that says, “A Chained Dog Is A Choked Soul” No dog ever deserves to be chained. That is why volunteer groups like Fences For Fido, are doing everything they can to give chained dogs a place to run and play. Dogs Deserve Better, a non-profit organization, is on a mission to free chained dogs, rescue and rehabilitate them, and bring man’s best friend closer to home and family. One … Read more
Spring is almost here. But there may still be some snow around. But before Spring comes, we found out that a lot of dog owners have made the most out of all the snow that fell. We saw that amazing snow maze that one dog owner built for his dog. And there’s even that guy who went snow sledding in the streets with his Huskies! Now here’s an adorable video of dogs and their human having fun in the snow! … Read more
This is a dramatic story about a love triangle… and of love and jealousy…Just kidding! This is actually a cute and hilarious video of a jealous dog who doesn’t like it when his dad kisses his mommy. We bring you another adorable and funny video from America’s Funniest Videos YouTube Channel. Have you ever had a dog who’s a little jealous when a loved one hugs you or kisses you? Well this doggy doesn’t seem to like it when his … Read more
Have you ever had two dogs fight or argue over one toy? Regardless of how many toys they have to play with, they just fight over one toy. Well that’s the case in the video below. But these dogs are more vocal with their arguments! Meet Mishka and Laika! Mishka and Laika talk with each other. So when Laika finds Mishka playing with her toy, she immediately complains to her about it. But wait till you hear Mishka’s rebuttal! Mishka … Read more
Do you dream of spending all day with dogs but grudgingly have to go to work instead? Why not combine the two and get paid for what you love – Dogs! #1 –Animal Control Officer Want to help animals live better and bring to justice those who do not provide a good life for their animals? Than this is the job for you. Requirements for becoming a Humane Law Enforcement worker vary state to state, buy you can find some … Read more
Dogs are incredibly smart! You can train them to follow commands and train them to do lots of tricks! I’m sure all of you have seen some pretty amazing videos of dogs doing amazing tricks! And if you love those kind of videos, I’m pretty sure you’re gonna enjoy this one too! Everyone, meet Geronimo! Geronimo or Mo, was rescued from a pound in Missouri by a lady named Samantha Valle. She was three months old when she was rescued. … Read more
Several weeks ago, we featured a service dog named Stevie. Stevie is a Pit Bull-type dog, and he watches over seven-year-old Anthony Merchante who has Cerebral Palsy. Steven has become Anthony’s loyal friend and guardian angel. Anthony’s mother, Monica, says that Stevie has made such a huge impact on the boy and the family as well. She adds that they feel so much safer now that they have Stevie. Whenever Anthony has a seizure or has trouble breathing, Stevie immediately … Read more
Dogs love the snow. It’s so cute seeing them romp and play, running around without a care in the world, just enjoying the winter weather. Since this has been a particularly brutal winter, we’ve been lucky enough to witness lots of videos featuring snow-loving pups! This one is different, though, because the energetic, playful dog is not only playing happily in the snow…she’s also doing it with only two legs! The amazing Turbo Roo is a cute little Chihuahua who was … Read more
Dogs eat poop for many reasons, and some of these reasons are unknown. It is a disgusting habit in the eyes of human caregivers. In order to try and figure out why a specific dog is engaging in coprophagia (ingesting feces), it is first important to know which poop he’s eating. The most important thing to know is that coprophagia is considered normal behavior (although gross) in canines. Some people have examined possible causes to try to find ways to … Read more
We’ve featured a lot of dogs who have saved lives of people and other animals. These dogs are heroes, and each and every one of their story is unique and remarkable. So here we have another heroic story for you! Another dog has earned the title of a hero. And guess what? His name is HERO! Yup, Hero the dog truly earned his name when he led animal rescuers to a mother dog who was nursing ten sick puppies. This … Read more
It seems everything is going digital or high tech these days, even our dog toys! However, are these toys really a good training or play tool for your dog? Or do they encourage bad habits? We looked at several of the hottest devices on the market (or soon to be) and have thier pros and cons from expert dog trainers. Pros to “Self Play” “I think the tech toys and training devices can be great tools to help give a dog an … Read more
For many, spring is the wettest time of the year, which means muddy paws every time you go outside. If you have a dog that is sensitive to being handled, or hates being toweled off, this can quickly become a dreaded chore that has to be down several times a day. The answer? Train a trick! I have a Shetland sheepdog that, ever since he was a puppy, did not like to be held, restrained, or even really petted. He … Read more
We all believe our dogs are safe in our backyards, after all, it’s their home. But residents in a neighborhood in south Lakeville, Minnesota are finding that is not always true – their dogs are being victimized by hot dogs lace with homemade rat poison pills, screws and open safety pins. The treats are found left outside for dogs to eat. There have been six dogs affected already, with one passing away due to the poisoning. Seth Paulson, a high school student, is … Read more
Are you a fan of Whitney Houston? Well here we have a Whitney Houston fan who loves to sing every time she hears her favorite Whitney song! But this one is no ordinary fan! Why? Coz she’s a dog! Everyone, meet Xena ‘The Diva Dog’! Xena is not just a fan of Whitney Houston, she has a favorite Whitney song that she loves to sing! And I gotta say, this Diva has some talent! She even entered the Belgium’s Got … Read more
One of the best kind of dog videos to watch are those amazing dog rescue videos. It makes us realize that in this world full of violence, there are still some kindhearted people who care for animals. Plus, we absolutely love the rescue stories’ happy endings! Just recently, a dog rescue video from Thailand became viral. In the video, a small two-month-old puppy got his entire body stuck in an iron exhaust pipe. We have no details as to how … Read more
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