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    The Capitals Have A New Puppy That Is Also A Service Dog In Training

    Captain is an adorable 10-week-old mix between a Labrador Retriever and a Golden Retriever. Not only is he a sweet and smart puppy, but he is also a service dog in training as well as the newest member of the Washington Capitals. He doesn’t necessarily play hockey along with the other team members, but he loves providing them support and cheering them on. The whole team is happy to have him by their side. Plus, Captain is learning so much … Read more

    This Special Center Is A Haven For Senior Dogs To Live Out Their Days

    Senior Dog Sanctuary

    Do you ever wonder what happens to senior dogs that are suddenly displaced, or in dire need of a home? Valerie Reid asked herself this question often, and took it upon herself to start something amazing. A few years ago, Valerie’s father suddenly passed. This left his beloved senior Doberman without a home, and brought with it a burning question that haunted Valerie often. How many other dogs are left in this position? The feeling of needing to provide for … Read more

    Dog Is Reunited With His Dad After Being Lost For 4 Years

    Jack missing Husky

    About 4 years ago, Jack went missing from his back yard in Ontario, Canada. He was gone without a trace, and his dad, Mike Plas, feared the worst. Plas searched every inch of the area for any signs of his missing best friend. He put the word out on social media, put up flyers, and explored every avenue he could think of in order to find his beloved pup. “I did posts on social media, put up flyers, talked to … Read more

    Starving Dog’s Incredible Recovery Reveals His Beauty

    Valia Orfanidou is a dog lover who volunteers her time at shelters around Athens, Greece. She regularly fosters dogs who need her, so she follows many rescue groups in the area to see how she can help. One day she saw an image of the saddest dog she had ever seen. He was shockingly skinny and nearly hairless. She wondered how the dog could still be on his feet.  She Was Sure He Wouldn’t Live Valia tried to pinpoint where … Read more

    Dog Who Was Returned To A Shelter Received Over 500 Cards And A Party For Her 10th Birthday

    Due to misconceptions about the breed, Pit Bulls often spend more time in shelters than other dogs. Truffles, a 10-year-old Pitbull mix in New York is one unfortunate victim of this phenomenon. You might be familiar with the Sophie Gamand photoshoot Truffles starred in. Gamand took soft pictures of Pit Bulls and Pit Bull mixes in flower crowns in order to show the softer side of a breed usually assumed aggressive. It was a beautiful series done with the goal … Read more

    “Water On The Brain” Can’t Keep These Pups Down!

    Water on the brain

    As unfortunate as it is, dogs can also suffer from diseases that deem them physically handicapped. What seems to set them apart though, is their ability to persevere no matter the circumstance! This is especially true for the pups showcased in this article. The phrase “water on the brain” refers to a medical condition called cerebellar hypoplasia. This is a condition that puppies are born with, where the cerebellum has not formed properly. Since the cerebellum mostly controls motor function, … Read more

    Meet Gus: The Two-Legged Dog That Loves to Run Outside!

    When Melody Rezzonico first met Gus, she knew it was meant to be. She saw his adorable smile and instantly fell in love. Gus only has two back legs, so Rezzonico didn’t know much about his medical needs at first, but she knew he was worth fighting for, no matter what. When she first saw his photo, she commented on how he looked like a little baby kangaroo. Then, she went on to send a picture to her mom, happily … Read more

    You Can Now Volunteer By Having A Sleepover With A Shelter Dog

    Sadly, many dogs spend a lot of time at a shelter because there is not enough information about them in order to help them get adopted. Sweet dogs are often judged simply by how they act in a shelter. Potential adopters often like to know exactly how dogs will react in a household setting. While nothing can be said for certain, the No-Kill Los Angeles shelter started a program called Slumber Buddies. This program allows volunteers to find out how … Read more

    Bulldog And Manatee Become Friends At First Sight

    Eric Eggert and his dog, Frappuccino (Frappe for short) love traveling together. They enjoy traveling all over the world, and Eggert loves to take pictures in the process. They live in Phoenix, Arizona, but they have visited many interesting places such as France and Norway. Recently, they were in Florida together to visit Eggert’s family. While it might not have been the most out of the ordinary trip, Eggert and Frappe came across an exciting and adorable situation, which lead … Read more

    Puppy With Special Needs Captures Everyone’s Heart

    Delta Special Needs Dog

    Michelle Thomas had no idea how much one tiny foster puppy would change her life. What started out as an innocent puppy thrown out of a truck due to her special appearance, would be a pup that brings light to so many lives! A couple years ago, a good Samaritan witnessed a puppy being thrown from a truck window. The small puppy was immediately brought to animal control, where they soon realized just how special she was. As a puppy, … Read more

    RECALL: Performance Dog Raw Pet Food Tests Positive For Salmonella And Listeria

    The United States Food And Drug Administration has issued a warning to not feed your dogs Performance Dog Raw Pet Food produced on or after July 22nd, 2019. Two samples collected during an inspection of Bravo Packing, Inc., the manufacturer of Performance Dog Raw Pet Food, tested positive for Salmonella and/or Listeria monocytogenes. Here’s what you need to know about this. https://www.facebook.com/MorningExpressHLN/photos/a.119634617953/10157548057537954/?type=3 Which Products Are Affected? The specific product the FDA is cautioning about is Performance Dog Raw Pet Food, lot … Read more

    Retired Military Dogs Just Want A Family – Now You Can Give Them A Loving Home

    Military Working Dog

    Military working dogs spend most of their lives fighting for our nation and our people. Once their military time has been served, there is nothing they crave more than a quiet and loving home. 90% of MWD’s end up with their handlers, but what about the other 10%? Each year, the young working dogs at the Lackland Airforce Base that don’t quite make the cut for deployment find their forever homes. While this is incredible news, it does make it … Read more

    Injured Woman Rescued By Man Who Heard Her Dog’s Cry For Help

    Hike Rescue

    Barbara Dadswell found herself in a desperate situation when she became stranded on a hike with her canine best friend. After her two day long fight for survival, it was her dog’s cry for help that finally got them saved. Dadswell and her dog loved to spend their days exploring the local trails around Ashland Lake, and taking in the beauty of the forest. On September 14th , they packed their bags for yet another stunning adventure and set out … Read more

    Aussie Stands On His Hind Legs To Hug His Horse Friend

    Orion, the Aussie, spends his days working alongside his human in beautiful countryside of Sweden. After a long day of work, there is nothing he loves more than hanging out with his favorite equine friend, and squeezing in as many hugs as possible. Orion and Destiny have a friendship unlike any other. While some horses feel a bit nervous around their canine helpers on the farm, Destiny knows that Orion is special. Their adorable friendship began when Orion was just … Read more

    Woman Quits Job. Buys Night Vision Goggles. Spends 57 Days Searching for Lost Dog.

    Carole and Verne King were enjoying a stock-race one night in the small town of Kalispell, Montana when the unthinkable happened. The couple had left their 7-year-old Border Collie, Katie, alone in their room at the dog-friendly hotel where they were staying. The Kings returned to their hotel room to find Katie missing on July 20th. A front desk worker thought she spotted a dog running out of the door earlier in the night. It was thought that Katie had … Read more

    350 Dogs Are Rescued From Disgusting Puppy Mill, Ran By A Man With Animal Abuse Charges

    Puppy Mill Tampa Cover

    A breeding business in Hillsborough County, Florida was operating under such dangerous conditions, that 350 dogs were evacuated with an emergency court order. These poor dogs were living in absolute filth, and forced to fight for their lives from the second they were born. Rescuers state that hundreds of the dogs were stained with urine and feces, living in cramped cages, and suffering from a list of medical conditions brought on by living in unsanitary conditions. Severe dental disease, malnutrition, … Read more

    Dalmatian With a Heart Shaped Nose Will Make You Swoon!

    We all know dogs have hearts of pure gold but some dogs go the extra mile to show it. Such is the case for a young Dalmatian by the name of Wiley. This dotted boy doesn’t just wear his heart on his sleeve… he wears it on his nose! It’s easy to look at Wiley and instantly fall in love. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Wiley ♥ (@hi.wiley) on Feb 18, 2019 at 9:11am PST A … Read more

    PoochPack Is Giving One Lucky Winner A FREE YEAR of Enrichment Toys

    As pet parents, we often wonder if we’re giving our pups everything possible to live their best and most active life. When it comes to our dog’s health, a fully engaged mind is just as important as a fit body. PoochPack, a monthly box for canine enrichment, understands that mentally and physically fit pooches live fuller and happier lives. PoochPack achieves this through the PAWsome power of interactive canine enrichment. The enrichment toys and games in PoochPack trigger hard-wired instincts … Read more

    12 Signs You’ve Got A Mama’s Dog By Your Side

    We all pick favorites, whether we admit it or not. When it comes to dogs, they pick a favorite human and see no reason whatsoever to hide it. Some may call them clingy. You just call them yours. Here are 12 signs that you are one of those lucky dog moms with a mama’s dog by your side. #1 – Will Not Leave Your Side Mama’s dogs want to be with their mama. Not some of the time. Not part … Read more

    Brave Dog Fights a Rattlesnake to Save Her Foster Mom

    Nellie the 5-year-old rescue dog had been bouncing around from different shelters and rescues for years, dreaming of finding a place to call home. She was just a cautious foster dog until one day she came across a scary situation. She was hiking near Enchanted Rock in Texas with her foster mom, Jane Taylor, and a friend. They came across a rattlesnake in the middle of their path, leaving Taylor in complete panic. However, this was the moment that Nellie … Read more

    Netflix Releases a Dog-umentary About Service Dogs in Training

    Guide dogs are incredible animals. They are smart enough to learn special tasks that can benefit people in ways that will completely change their lives for the better. But have you ever wondered how the dogs learn these skills and behaviors? Luckily, with a documentary on Netflix, you can! Pick of the Litter is a documentary that is specifically about puppies going through training to become guide dogs.  This 2018 film is currently only available on Netflix overseas, but it … Read more

    After over 1,450 Days in a Shelter, Penny Just Wants a Forever Home. And a Tennis Ball.

    There’s a dog for every person. But sadly, there doesn’t seem to be a person for every dog. This truly appears to be the case for sweet Penny. She has spent most of her 5 1/2 years of life in a shelter with over 750 days at the Wenatchee Valley Humane Society animal shelter in Washington. This poor pup has faced struggles no dog should ever have to deal with. But most importantly, she has lived a great deal of … Read more

    UPDATE: Dedicated Rescuer “Shacks Up” With Shelter Dog To Help Her Find A Home

    UPDATE 9/26/19: An adorable chocolate Pibble that spent more than 400 days in a Kansas shelter has been adopted! Queen made national headlines last week when devoted rescuer Scott Poore promised to live with her in her kennel until she found her forever home. The story went viral, but Queen’s new dad, Tony Puloso says that’s not what drew him to her. She is just a “perfectly sweet dog,” he told KMBC-TV. Check out Queen’s royal sendoff — complete with a … Read more

    You Helped Get Carl The Medical Care He Needed! Thank you!

    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. Carl showed up on the doorstep of Roughneck Rescue & Sanctuary in the middle of the night in the middle of winter with three feet of snow on the ground. The rescue was alerted that he was outside by the other dogs. He didn’t have a collar or microchip and seemed like … Read more

    20 Genius Dog Owner Hacks To Make Life Easier For You & Your Pup

    1. Old Sweatshirts Make Awesome Small Dog Beds There’s nothing cozier to your dog than a soft piece of clothing that smells like you. Save money on cheaply made dog beds by making your own with just a pillow and an old sweatshirt! Here’s how! 2. Crib Mattress + Fitted Sheet = Big Dog Bed What happens to that old crib mattress when baby outgrows it? While people often pass on the crib itself, the mattress usually ends up in … Read more

    Stray Followed Woman Everywhere On Vacation, So Now She’s Taking Her Home!

    When traveling, there is a chance that you will come across some stray animals during your trip. Many of them will likely be scared or hesitant around strangers, so most people don’t think much of it. However, a beautician named Lucy Clydesdale came across a stray dog that just wouldn’t leave her alone during her girls’ holiday at the Tropicana Beach Hotel in Turkey. This stray dog was unlike any other dog Clydesdale had seen. It was like love at … Read more

    Agatha Has Fought For Survival For So Long. Let’s Find Her A Forever Home.

    Agatha Cover

    In honor of Adopt a Less Adoptable Pet Week, we are helping to bring attention to some of the less sought after pets in the shelters. So many loving dogs miss out on forever homes due to their age, appearance, and even their troubled past. A dog with a difficult past is no less adoptable than others, and may even show you their gratitude for your love in tenfold! This is especially true of this article’s featured pup, Agatha. Meet … Read more

    Update: Pup Who Lost His Fur To Neglect May Be “Less Adoptable,” But Not Unlovable

    Update: The good humans at Safe With Us Animal Rescue in Massachusetts have found Dakota his home! At a glance, you may not always be able to tell that a dog has been neglected. You may see big, brown eyes and a wagging tail, you might even see some protruding bones, broken teeth or scars. What you don’t see is a broken heart carefully mended back together by staff and volunteers who only wanted to let a pup know that … Read more

    Some People Say Pappy Will Never Find A Home. Let’s Prove Them Wrong.

    This week is Adopt a Less Adoptable Pet Week. Shelters are full of wonderful dogs that need forever homes. Puppies and pure breeds and smaller dogs get snapped up far more quickly than others. Age, breed, health problems, color and size can all impact a dog’s ability to find a forever home. To help, PetFinder launched Adopt a Less Adoptable Pet week in 2009.  Here at iHeartDogs we have a special place in our dog-loving hearts for the pups that are frequently … Read more

    A Dog With A Troubled Past Wins The People World’s Cutest Rescue Dog Contest

    The World’s Cutest Rescue Dog of 2019 has been crowned, and a beautiful Keeshond named Kacey takes the win! Nearly 7,000 rescue dogs entered the contest, but Kacey’s troubling  story captured the public’s hearts. Sheila Cosgrove, a New Jersey resident, was a member of an online pet rescue network that consisted of several rescues and pet owners. This rescue network helped to spread the word about foster pets in the area, and shed light on the puppy mill operations in … Read more

    7 Habits Of Wonderful Pet Parents

    iHeartDogs is reader-supported. When you buy via links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission at no extra cost to you. I admit it. I’m “one of those dog moms”. You know, the ones that are crazy about their dogs and love to talk about dogs, and schedule their lives around their dogs? That’s me. My dogs are my life- they’re my fur-kids and my source of joy and comfort. After I lost my Great Dane and best … Read more

    Mysterious Deadly Illness Sweeping Across Norway, So Far Killing 30 Dogs

    A mysterious illness is plaguing dogs in Norway and causing panic. Veterinarians and scientists are scrambling to figure out the cause but have been unsuccessful so far. The illness has been linked to the death of nearly 30 dogs. Unfortunately, autopsies have given no clear insight into the mystery ailment. The Norwegian Veterinary Institute says 10 dogs have been autopsied so far. Another five autopsies are expected in the coming days. The agency hopes to have answers soon. A Mind-Bending … Read more

    Officer Wouldn’t Leave This Injured Dog’s Side Until Help Arrived

    Deputy and Fiona

    Deputy Sheriff Josh Fiorelli recently went viral for his on-the-job kindness. On a cold winter day, he found himself caring for a dog – a creature a bit out of the ordinary from his normal human interactions. Carlos Irizzy was out on his daily walk when he came across a police officer sitting in the grass, petting a white dog that was lying under his coat. It turned out that this sweet pup had been hit by a car, and … Read more

    Celebrity Goldendoodle Goes Missing in Australia for Three Days

    Chris Hemsworth’s dog recently went on a three-day-long jaunt around town. The young Goldendoodle went missing and sent the family into a panic. People.com reports Sunny vanished after being startled by an electric fence in the Byron Bay area of Australia. A Missing Family Member Even a Superhero Couldn’t Find Family friend Tracey Sparks took to social media to appeal for help finding the fluffy pup. “Sunny is still missing, now approaching her third night lost.. please keep a look … Read more

    The Strongest Animal Cruelty Charges in History For Horrific Dog Fighting Ring Owner

    Lft investigation

    Animal cruelty laws can be quite frustrating in the eyes of animal lovers, since it seems as though these abusers don’t receive the punishment they deserve. Luckily, the animal advocacy group, Lady Freethinker, set out to take down a dog fighting ring in Chile, and worked relentlessly to achieve a harsher sentence. It all began when a member of Lady Freethinker traveled to Chile in an effort to expose the illegal operation, and came across the unthinkable. Situated in the … Read more

    11-Year-Old Girl and Her Eight Dogs Wow T.V. Viewers With Conga Line

    A young girl and her family of dogs are dancing their way across Europe. 11-year-old Alexa Lauenburger recently won the golden buzzer on Britain’s Got Talent! She couldn’t do it alone so naturally, she enlisted her eight dancing doggies. Alexa hails from Gokels, Germany. Her father, Wolfgang, also works with the dogs but the recent BGT win was all Alexa. The dogs jumped through hoops, hopped into her arms, and bounced over each other in gravity-defying stunts! A Dance Routine … Read more

    Worlds Most Dramatic Pitbull Gives Oscar Worthy Performance to Avoid Nail Trim

    If you’ve ever tried to cut your dog’s nails then you know you would probably have better luck wrestling an alligator. Most of them seem to hate it and they will go to extreme measures to let you know. Your hands become pin cushions ripe for chewing. Then before you know it, there’s fur flying everywhere like you’re smack dab in the middle of a snowglobe! A Pitbull mom uploaded a video to Reddit showing her boy taking a slightly … Read more

    New SHARE Program Ends Euthanasia Due to Economic Reasons

    Countless families find themselves faced with a devastating decision: consent to emergency veterinary services that they cannot afford or have their family dog euthanized. Having no other choice than to have your beloved dog put to sleep because you cannot afford his medical treatment is called economic euthanasia, and it ‘s a grim reality forced upon many. Finally, there is a solution to this gut wrenching problem. It’s called SHARE. It’s not health insurance, and it’s not crowdfunding. SHARE is … Read more

    Veteran Suffering From Severe PTSD Regains Independence With Your Help

    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. “Before Sloopy was given to me, I was frequently visiting the VA clinic receiving treatment for PTSD – I had nightmares, anxiety, mood swings, anything you can think of. Sometime later, I talked to a friend who told me that he had received a dog for his injuries due to war, and … Read more

    Dogs Suffer as More Are Abused Online, And Justice is Never Served

    Warning: photos of abuse below. Dogs are trending online, whether it’s through heartwarming rescue stories or their continuous adorable antics. It seems like a positive trend to support, but what happens when online influencers are objectifying their pets for the sake of likes? Some online influencers are doing just about anything to gain attention, even if it involves hurting their pups in the process. What some online users are passing off as “harmless pranks”, are beginning to spark outrage. Videos … Read more

    Kind-Hearted Travelers Are Adopting Stray Dogs Abroad

    People are coming home from vacations with non-traditional mementos of their time abroad.  Rather than a keychain or some local candy, travelers are welcoming locals strays to join them in their lives back home. The process can be lengthy and not kind to your bank account, but it’s worth every penny. These pups that people stumble across often are malnourished, neglected, abandoned, and abused. Cultures vary around the world and unfortunately, dogs are not always held in the same regard … Read more

    “I and love and you” Breaks Kibble Boundaries

    We know. There are about a million and three choices when it comes to feeding your dogs. You love them with all you’ve got. You want them to live the longest, happiest, healthiest lives possible. The best way you know how to do that is to give them an abundance of love and to feed them the highest quality food you can. But you’re not a holistic veterinarian. And the very last thing you have time to do is whip … Read more

    News Crew Filming Hurricane Stops to Rescue Injured Pup

    While a terrible storm like Hurricane Dorian can be devastating for people and their communities, it affects our furry friends just as much. People fleeing from the storm have been forced to leave behind beloved dogs and cats, many of which have already begun making their way up to shelters all across the United States. But there’s nothing like a disaster to showcase some of the best of humanity! People have really been stepping up to help out animals affected … Read more

    Dog Hit By Car And Lost In Woods Reunited With Family

    What started as a fun day of hiking in the beautiful outdoors quickly took a shocking turn and became a frightening tale of life and death. Niko, a fluffy white pup, had been on a camping trip with his dad, David Alt. The pair had set out from Vancouver on July 26th to spend some time in the Gifford Pinchot National Forest.  An Adventure Turned Accident When Niko wandered off from the campsite and went towards a nearby road, he … Read more

    “Fake” Service Animals Are About to Be A Crime in Alabama

    Service animals are amazing companions that can perform tasks to help someone or even save their life. However, many people will actually fake having a service animal in order to get the benefits. It actually happens much more often than you would think, but luckily, some states are finally cracking down on fraud. In fact, faking your pet as a service animal is about to be considered a crime in Alabama. Many people will pretend their dog is a service … Read more

    This Senior Dog Was ‘Unadoptable’ But Finally Found Love

    A tiny dog with one of a kind looks was rescued by an animal welfare agency in the United Kingdom, but she was deemed “too ugly” by potential adopters. Little Morissa patiently waited at the Danaher Animal Home in Essex where she was the last pup left on adoption day. She’s a plump and hairless Chinese Crested with large, loving eyes and little tufts of black and white fur- an impossible combo not to love! View this post on Instagram … Read more

    ‘Not All Disabilities are Visible’: Mother Confronts Critics of Her Service Dog in Heartbreaking Facebook Post

    Jenn Bethune and Teddy, her loyal service dog, were just trying to have a normal vacation at Disney World. They shared lots of adorable photos together throughout the parks. In every photo, it looked like they were having an amazing time. However, their trip became a bit less magical when another guest decided to make a rude remark about Teddy. Bethune is a wife and mother of four that owns a pet grooming salon. Besides Teddy, her family has 3 … Read more

    Dog Finds Furever Family After Nearly Seven Years in a Shelter

    Higgins came to the Humane Society of Preble County as a puppy on September 23, 2012. The shelter workers watched Higgins grow through puppyhood and into his teenage-like years. The sweet boy was actually adopted once as a puppy but he came back to the shelter as a stray about a year later. Nobody came looking for him.  As Higgins approached six years old, the shelter began to accept that he was becoming a senior dog and would, therefore, be … Read more

    Shelters Under Stress as Floridians Fleeing Hurricane Leave Pets Behind

    Hurricane Dorian threatened the entire state of Florida last week. Winds over 150 mph were expected to cause catastrophic damage and residents braced for flooding from storm surge. Windows began being boarded up and grocery store shelves were bare.  Evacuations began on Florida’s east coast as the storm continued to gain strength, eventually becoming a category 5. Selfish People Leave Vulnerable Pets at Risk Families loaded up their cars and headed away from the coast or to their hurricane local … Read more

    Deputy Rescues Puppy Abandoned During Hurricane Dorian and Adopts Her Into His Family

    Hurricane Dorian recently pounded the Bahamas for over 24-hours before continuing its path of destruction. The Category 5 storm hammered the Bahamas before it slowly crept along the Florida coast. It finally sailed past Georgia and continued north into the Carolinas. As a result, it left a trail of destruction spans thousands of miles. Officers with the Orange County Sheriff’s Department in Florida were called during the storm. They responded to a suspicious vehicle on the side of the road … Read more

    You Won’t Believe The Bizarre Positions These Dogs Sleep In

      It’s no secret that dogs love to sleep. Anytime. Anywhere. Whether it’s after a long day at the dog park or an excessive amount of playing, dogs will often get so sleepy that they can’t even keep their eyes open. However, not all dogs sleep curled up in a bed or lying on the floor. These dogs prove that! Here’s a collection of some of the funniest photos showing just how crazy dog’s sleep positions can be! Nothing Says … Read more