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    3 Rescues Work Together To Bring Lost Dog 150 Miles Back Home

    Dogs are capable of crossing remarkably long distances on foot by themselves. It’s unfortunate we must re-learn this lesson every time a missing dog turns up over a hundred miles away from home. On September 25th, 2021, hikers found a 5-year-old German Shepherd mix named Teddy Bear lost in Wenatchee National Forest in Washington. They brought him out of the woods and into the care of the Humane Society for Tacoma & Pierce County. The first thing the shelter did … Read more

    Dog Tied To A Pole & Left To Die Reaches Paw Out To Officer For Help

    Pit Bull tied to pole

    Liam’s story leaves all animal lovers wondering why. Why would anyone purposely hurt a dog? Of course, there’s no good explanation for it, and it feels impossible to forgive someone for such a cruel act. The malnourished Pit Bull named Liam was tied so tightly to a pole that he couldn’t move. When an officer came to save him, he extended his paw as a plea for help. While the person responsible for Liam’s misfortune hasn’t been found, Liam is … Read more

    Animal Rescues Everywhere Step Up To Save Pets In Hurricane Ida’s Path

    Hurricane Ida made landfall in Louisiana Sunday as a Category 4 storm. Typically during large storms, the priority is making sure people can evacuate or shelter safely. Fortunately, animal lovers across the country made sure dogs, cats, and other pets could get out before the height of the storm too. Transporting animals out of Louisiana would also make room in the shelters for pets injured or separated from their owners during Hurricane Ida. So, Greater Good Charities organized a transport … Read more

    Deputies Risk Their Lives To Save Chained Dogs From A Burning Fire

    Two Candler County deputies put their lives on the line to save two innocent canine friends. Saving these pups meant running toward a potential explosion, but not even this could hold them back from their heroic mission. Captain O’Brien and Deputy Coursey with the Candler County Sheriff’s Office responded to a call about an explosion on a nearby property. Upon arrival it seemed as if everyone on the property was out of harms way, but the clearing of smoke made … Read more

    Severely Neglected Dog Finally Experiences Life Without Chains

    WARNING: Images might be sensitive to some readers. The Animal Welfare Society of South Africa (AWS) recently came across one of the worst neglect cases they’ve ever seen. Someone called to report a sick dog on a short chain outside someone’s house. The woman who owned the dog showed no concern for the pup’s rough state and didn’t have an interest in helping her heal. So, AWS had no choice but to issue a final warning to the woman and … Read more

    25 Hot Christmas Gifts For 2021 That Will Sell Out Fast

    25. These “Christmas Miracle” Tree Toppers Where Every Purchase Feeds 30 Shelter Pets! Such a cute idea… make a dog your Christmas tree topper! After all, they are angels right?! $29.99, available here.     24. These pawdorable solar powered paw lights. We all know it- dogs light up our lives! Put these cute lights in your garden to enjoy year around. $19.99, available here.     23. Forever My Guardian Angel Pup Garden Solar Light The rustic stone effect finish … Read more

    You Helped This Overbred Mom Feel Like A Puppy Again!

    Possum Before

    When you purchase items from the iHeartDogs store, a portion of the proceeds go to GreaterGood. GreaterGood is an incredible organization that uses donations to help dogs in need. Many dogs have been transported away from high-risk areas to find their forever families. One of those dogs is Possum. Possum is guessed to be a Chihuahua and Dachshund mix. She first lived with a homeless man in Bakersfield, California. Her human was unable to get her spayed, so despite only … Read more

    You Helped This Scared Pit Bull Become A Lovable Couch Potato

    Scrumpy the Pit Bull

    When you purchase items from the iHeartDogs store, some of the profit is given to GreaterGood. GreaterGood is an incredible organization that helps many animals get a second chance at life. Thanks to kind customers like you, many dogs have been saved from at-risk situations. One of those dogs is a Pit Bull mix named Scrumpy. Scrumpy was just a young pup when he was found in an abandoned home in Porterville, California. He likely hadn’t eaten in days, and … Read more

    You Helped Transport These Dogs Away From Overcrowded Shelters

    When you purchase items from the iHeartDogs store, a portion of that profit is donated to GreaterGood. GreaterGood is an amazing organization that supports charities that help dogs in need. Thanks to loyal customers like you, many dogs got a second chance at life because of these amazing donations. Teddy and Enfield are two of the many dogs that benefited from GreaterGood donations! Teddy and Enfield were a part of a group of 50 rescue dogs that were saved by … Read more

    The Healthy Hound Newsletter #11

    In This Issue

    ● All About Anal Glands
    ● Dealing With Urinary Incontinence
    ● 3-Legged Puppy Finds His Perfect Match
    ● Fighting Like Cats & Dogs
    ● Vet Corner: Xylitol Poisoning
    ● Reader Q: How To Soothe Itchy Ears

    Paralyzed Dog Abandoned by Her Family Miraculously Learns to Love and Walk Again

    This is the story of one dog, two bum legs, one chance taken, and one bona fide miracle. And a lot—I mean, a lot—of love. Her hind legs dragged the ground behind her, matted with excrement, mud, urine. She crawled from person to person in the room as they struggled to find something to do with her, her movements looking more like a seal than a dog. Her tail lay under her, a filthy, useless appendage. The smile never left … Read more

    Michigan Is Now A “No-Kill” Shelter State. Here’s What That Means.

    Euthanasia in shelters is not something we really want to have to think about. Thankfully today we’ve got some positive news in that department! The Michigan Pet Fund Alliance recently announced that their state is now a “No-Kill” state for shelter animals. The MPFA defines “No-Kill” as a practice for animal shelters where euthanasia is only considered an “act of mercy,” “reserved only for cats and dogs that are too sick/injured to be treated or too aggressive to be suitably rehomed.” https://www.facebook.com/michiganhumane/photos/a.116049627848/10156586768717849/?type=3&theater … Read more

    You Whisked This Great Dane Out Of A Kill-Shelter And Into A Happy Home

    Part of each sale through the iHeartDogs store is donated to Greater Good, which helps support various charities. Thanks to customers like you, happy endings, like the one below, are made possible. Thanks to a grant from GreaterGood.org funded by the iHeartDogs.com community, Sheba was given a second chance at life! Sheba is one of a large number of Great Danes confiscated from a neglectful breeder in Campbell County, TN. Sheba entered the Campbell County Animal Shelter in Caryville, TN, on October 15, 2018. … Read more

    ‘Unadoptable’ Pup Finds Surprising Job in Law Enforcement

    Ghost, Washington's First Deaf K9 Unit

    Ghost, one of the world’s cutest pups, was told he was ‘unadoptable’ because he is deaf. Instead of finding his forever home, he sat in a Florida shelter, where he’d been dumped. That is, until Swamp Haven – an animal rescue organization based in Florida – heard about him. With their assistance, Ghost was finally able to move into his temporary new home with other “down-on-their-luck” pups. Soon after, Swamp Haven called the Olympic Peninsula Humane Society in Washington to … Read more

    ‘Unadoptable’ Pup Finds Surprising Job in Law Enforcement

    Ghost, Washington's First Deaf K9 Unit

    Ghost, one of the world’s cutest pups, was told he was ‘unadoptable’ because he is deaf. Instead of finding his forever home, he sat in a Florida shelter, where he’d been dumped. That is, until Swamp Haven – an animal rescue organization based in Florida – heard about him. With their assistance, Ghost was finally able to move into his temporary new home with other “down-on-their-luck” pups. Soon after, Swamp Haven called the Olympic Peninsula Humane Society in Washington to … Read more

    How To Teach Your Dog To Play Nice With Other Dogs

    teach your dog

    The idyllic picture of dogs playing together at the park is something every pup parent wants. You can see the joy on your dog’s face as he makes new friends and stimulates his body and mind. That vision is shattered, however, at the first sign of rough play. Your dog growls, bites, tackles, and chases in a way other dogs don’t appreciate. Instead of making new friends, your dog tries to dominate his playmates. If his rough play hasn’t led … Read more

    How To Teach Your Dog To Play Nice With Other Dogs

    teach your dog

    The idyllic picture of dogs playing together at the park is something every pup parent wants. You can see the joy on your dog’s face as he makes new friends and stimulates his body and mind. That vision is shattered, however, at the first sign of rough play. Your dog growls, bites, tackles, and chases in a way other dogs don’t appreciate. Instead of making new friends, your dog tries to dominate his playmates. If his rough play hasn’t led … Read more

    What To Do When You Find A Stray Dog

    Being an animal lover means that every life matters. That includes the furry family you have at home and every stray dog you find by chance. Whether they’re staggering along the side of a road, emaciated and afraid, or rummaging through the trash cans behind your favorite place to grab lunch, it’s your instinct to help. Helping, however, isn’t always a simple concept. Stray dogs can act unpredictably, and they don’t always recognize a helping hand. These guidelines will help … Read more

    What To Do When You Find A Stray Dog

    Being an animal lover means that every life matters. That includes the furry family you have at home and every stray dog you find by chance. Whether they’re staggering along the side of a road, emaciated and afraid, or rummaging through the trash cans behind your favorite place to grab lunch, it’s your instinct to help. Helping, however, isn’t always a simple concept. Stray dogs can act unpredictably, and they don’t always recognize a helping hand. These guidelines will help … Read more

    The 5 Things You Need To Know About Seizures In Dogs

    Watching your dog have a seizure can be a terrifying experience. But what is a seizure exactly? How concerned should you be if your dog has one? Is there any cure? What should you do if your dog has another seizure, or several? According to Registered Veterinary Technician, Jenna Stregowski: “A seizure is a sudden episode of abnormal brain activity that often involves some loss of body control. Seizures can look like full body convulsions or small, localized spasms. There … Read more

    Your Dog’s Sleeping Habits Can Reveal Secrets About Their Health & Personality

    Canines sleep an average of 12-14 hours a day, according to The National Sleep Foundation. And although they may be off in dreamland, you can still learn a lot about your dog by the way she dozes! From snoozing positions, to paw twitches, to sudden changes in sleep patterns, here’s what your pup’s sleeping habits say about him or her. A photo posted by BeauBedford.AbbieG.Sarge.Hedda (@weimquists_) on Oct 21, 2016 at 8:05pm PDT Sleeping Positions The position that your pup is most comfortable … Read more

    The Top 20 Things On Your Dog’s Christmas List

      #20 – Ultra Cozy Fleece Blankets for Dogs – For each blanket you buy, one is donated to a shelter!   #19 – Dog Treat Advent Calendar – Start a new tradition your pup will love!   #18 – Paw shaped Christmas stockings for your pups!       #17 – This Oddball Toy That Tough Chewing Dogs Love The AgriChew has a fascinating story, it was accidentally discovered as a popular toy from a piece of farming equipment. … Read more