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    Guide Dog Denied Access On Boardwalk Train Ride

    Jhon Alzate tragically lost his eyesight in a car accident 30 years ago. Over the past 16 years, he has relied on highly trained service dogs to help him navigate his everyday life. Last weekend, Alzate visited the Kemah, Texas Boardwalk with his family, friends, and his current guide dog, King. But their evening of fun was derailed when a park employee refused to allow the service animal to board the train ride. King is a 4-year-old Yellow Labrador and … Read more

    Why Are So Many People Giving Krill Oil To Their Dogs?

    Have you heard the buzz about krill oil? You’re probably familiar with many of the benefits of fish oil. What if I told you that krill oil has those same benefits and then some? Here are 10 benefits of krill oil that can improve the quality of your dog’s life. #1 – Has less mercury than salmon oil Krill is a small crustacean similar to shrimp that‘s the primary food source for the largest animals on earth – whales. Since krill … Read more

    Canine Custody Battles Emphasize The Importance Of Microchipping Your Pets

    Two cases involving legal ownership of missing dogs – one with a microchip and one without – have been settled this month. Although both dogs are now back in the arms of their original owners, their situations could have been resolved faster and without messy custody battles, had all the parties involved understood the importance and correct usage of pet microchips. A post shared by Elita (@elita_the_malinois) on Mar 10, 2017 at 9:15am PST Rosemary, a tiny Chihuahua mix, went … Read more

    According To Science, This Is What Your Guilty-Faced Dog Is REALLY Thinking

    You know the look: bowed head, flat ears, eyes wide and cut to the side, back hunched, tail between the legs. Combine it all and you’ve got one guilty looking dog! While many pawrents believe their pooch is showing actual remorse for pooping on the floor or scattering the contents of the trash across the kitchen, psychologists and animal behaviorists say it is more an act of submission than an admission of guilt. A post shared by Roxy and Bella … Read more

    Injured Dog Finds Family After Accidentally Being Drug Behind A Truck For One Mile

    Kaaawa K-9 Rescue in Kaaawa, HI is a temporary home for the abused, neglected, and forgotten dogs of Oahu. For the past two years, Michelle Cooley and Mariner Hawkins have made homes for dogs found foraging for food along hiking trails and puppies left cowering under bushes and in dumpsters. They’ve rejoiced when homes were found and grieved when lives were lost. The story of how a KK9R dog named Blackberry found a forever home starts with a careless accident. … Read more

    United Airlines Employee Lets Dog Mom Know Her Baby Is Safe

    United Airlines has been all over the news this week, but one dog mom is forever grateful for a particular employee who eased her worries as her family took a flight overseas. Ashley Cervantes, a military wife, was traveling from Texas to Hawaii because her husband was being relocated. They refused to take the trip without their beloved Boxer, Maya. The pup is too big to be allowed a ticket with the passengers on the airplane, so there was only … Read more

    Newly Adopted Deaf Dog Knows The Sign For “I Love You” Thanks To Her New Mom

    When families decide to add a dog to their lives, purebred puppies often outshine those that are abandoned, neglected, and abused. Rescue dogs wait days, months, and years for the chance to attract someone’s attention. And when the dog has special needs, their chances of being adopted are even worse. That was the bleak future a sweet pup named Mika was headed toward. Born Deaf, Mika ended up at a small rural shelter in Arkansas with little hope of being adopted. … Read more

    Dog Left Tied Outside In Pouring Rain Went Straight To Death Row

    Pebbles must have been born under a dark cloud. Because bad luck seemed to follow her at every turn. But her darkest day was came when her former owner decided to tie her up outside a mall in Long Beach, California. “One of my volunteers found her outside tied up to the cart rack in the pouring rain,” Darlene Sears, founder of California-based rescue group Kitty Katchers, tells iHeartDogs. The drenched dog was coaxed into a car and, when Sears … Read more

    Dog Likely Used As Alligator Bait Is All About Snuggles Now

    The way Sweet Honey Brown craves the warmth of her favorite human’s bed, the snuggles of her stuffed toys — not to mention the bacon smoothies specially prepared for her —  tells the story of a dog who loves the softer things in life. But the wound in her back, as well as the fact that a piece of her nose is missing, tells another kind of story.   The people who ended up giving Sweet Honey Brown a home … Read more

    Lonely Dog Left Behind At Campground Finds A Whole New Family To Take Him Home

    Red isn’t much of a morning dog. Sure, he loves it when his family — Zofie Rot and Andrew Revesz from Toronto, Canada —  take him along on their far-flung adventures. Hiking. Climbing. Even cycling. But mornings? “He loves camping and being outdoors, he’s just not a morning dog,” Revesz tells iHeartDogs. “I literally have to drag him out of bed — or the tent — to pee in the morning.” But it didn’t take long for Red to find … Read more

    7 Things Your Deceased Pet Would Want You To Know

    At iHeartDogs and iHeartCats we often write about coping with the loss of a beloved pet. We do this because we understand that saying goodbye is one of the hardest things you will ever have to do, and we hope that somehow our words can provide a bit of comfort. Having experienced the love and compassion of dogs and cats all my life, I believe they would want us to keep these 7 important messages close to our hearts after … Read more

    9 Tips To Prepare You And Your Pets For An Emergency Evacuation

    Nobody likes to imagine worst-case scenarios, but it is crucial to have a plan in case you have to evacuate with your pets during an emergency. Depending on where you live, you may need to be prepared for the possibilities of wildfires, flooding, tornadoes, hurricanes, or earthquakes. Since there’s no way to expect the unexpected, here are 9 evacuation preparation tips to prepare you for anything nature may throw your way. #1 – Keep important paperwork in an accessible watertight … Read more

    11 Photos That Show What Life Is REALLY Like With Multiple Dogs

      It starts out innocently enough. You don’t want your pup to be lonely, so you bring him home a buddy. Then you see a pitiful pooch desperately in need of a home, and think “Two dogs, three dogs – what’s the difference?” Before you know it, the canines outnumber the humans, and every move you make is tracked by multiple sets of watchful brown eyes. When you have three or more dogs, your everyday life undergoes a few, shall … Read more

    Animal Rescuers Turn Their House Into A Retirement Home For Senior Dogs

    Sher and Joe Polvinale devoted more than 30 years of their lives to rescuing unwanted dogs and cats – many of them seniors. In 2006 they established House With A Heart Senior Pet Sanctuary out of their own 4 bedroom home in Gaithersburg, Maryland. Joe passed away in 2008, but with the help of her large group of volunteers, Sher continues to provide sanctuary to about 30 senior dogs at a time, making sure their final days are filled with love. … Read more

    5 Reasons Your Dog Isn’t Listening

    Dogs are opportunists. Although most are willing to please their owners and want to engage with them, there are times when something else is just much more interesting. For example, many dogs would much rather take the juicy steak right off your plate than lie on their bed during human dinner time. There are no “bad” dogs, but there are dogs that lack training. If you think your dog is just uninterested in listening to you, you might want to … Read more

    Senior Stray Dog Finally Finds Forever Home To Live Out Her Final Days

    Bianca is a survivor. She lived on the streets in Athens, Greece for 7 long years. She is a beautiful dog and had a good life for a stray. She had a shelter built for her and was fed by various people, but never offered a home she could call her own outside of her cardboard and wood dog house. Her favorite place was outside of the public swimming pool where she could watch people come and go all day … Read more

    Old Dog Survived On Rocks And Bones For 15 Days Waiting For Someone To Save Him

    Despite being an old dog, Tony always seemed a little at odds with the world. He was afraid of grass. He walked as if on tip toes. He forgot things. Maybe that’s because Tony grew up in a world that he would sooner like to forget — a crumbling shelter in Israel, sharing a kennel with rocks and knee-deep mud.   But that all changed when a Canadian rescue group, Dog Tales Rescue and Sanctuary, decided to fly these ailing … Read more

    Project Paws® – Give Your Dog The Best!

    Give Your Dog the Best – Choose Project Paws®! Frequently Asked Questions About Project Paws® How Does Project Paws® Work? iHeartDogs.com and Project Paws® is excited to announce that your purchases now help provide food to shelters across the United States! With each purchase of a product on our website, you’ll be providing a specific number of daily meals to shelter dogs through our partnership with Rescue Bank®. For each Project Paws® item you purchase on iHeartDogs.com, your order will fund the … Read more

    Dog Stays On As Nursing Home’s “Official Greeter” After Owner Passes Away

    Should you ever find yourself visiting the Brookdale Senior Living Facility in Kingston, Tennessee you will likely be met at the door by their “Greeter.” A senior herself, Izzy the dog is somewhere between 10 and 13 years old, but that doesn’t stop her from hopping off her plush, blanket-draped bed to perform her “duties” each time the front door buzzer sounds. Izzy’s owner, Jim passed away last September, shortly after the pair moved to Brookdale. He had no close … Read more

    Dog Wants A Bite, But He’s Sneaky About Asking For It

    Do you ever get the feeling that you’re being watched? You can bet YouTube user Divanerev does. Someone was definitely keeping an eye on this man’s yogurt–his hungry dog! This cute pup turns his head before he can be seen checking out his human’s snack, but we don’t think he was fooling anyone! Look at those big brown eyes! Have you ever seen anyone look at yogurt that way before? He might be sneaky, but at least he doesn’t just take it! … Read more

    Dog Saved From Traffic Now Gives Hugs To Everyone She Meets

    For all her efforts to save the tiny dog weaving through Los Angeles traffic, there came a moment when Elaine Seamans thought all was lost. She couldn’t even bear to watch as the panicked dog dove into multiple lanes of bustling traffic. “I see these cars coming and a truck coming and I’m like, ‘Oh my God,’” Seamans tells iHeartDogs. “I thought the dog was going to get hit. I turned my back and covered my ears.” And then came … Read more

    Group Of Rescue Dogs Welcomes A Mini Cow To The Pack

    Janice Wolf has turned her lifelong dream into a reality at Rocky Ridge Refuge in North Arkansas. Anywhere from 50 to 60 rescued special needs pets and livestock call the ranch home at any given time – some permanent residents, others awaiting adoption. Nearly two months ago, Wolf and her team saved a baby cow named Moonpie from a livestock auction and her adorable relationship with the refuge’s 12 dogs has practically broken the internet! Wolf cannot bear to attend … Read more

    Firefighters Rescue & Revive Lifeless Dog Pulled From Apartment Fire

    This past Tuesday, Los Angeles dog mom, Crystal Lamirande arrived home to an unfolding nightmare. Her apartment building was on fire, and the smoke was too thick for her to save her 10-year-old Bichon/Shih-Tzu mix, Nalu. When firefighters arrived, they not only braved the engulfed building to retrieve Nalu, they spent 20 minutes giving him CPR, refusing to give up until the little dog was revived. Andrew Klein, the firefighter who searched Lamirande’s apartment on all fours, and pulled Nalu … Read more

    Judge Sentences Caitlyn’s Abuser For Putting Her Through “Hell On Earth”

    The case hailed as one of the worst incidences of animal abuse in history reached its conclusion today. 42-year-old William Leonard Dodson was sentenced to the maximum penalty of 5 years for duct taping Caitlyn the dog’s mouth closed almost 2 years ago. He has been in jail since June 2015, and was sentenced to 15 years in federal prison yesterday on unrelated drug and weapon possession charges. The presiding judge said he wished he had the power to give … Read more

    Loose Dog Ends Up In World Cup Cross-Country Ski Race

    When it comes to skiing, we don’t usually think of dogs being involved. But that didn’t stop one pooch from surprising everyone during the World Cup cross-country ski race in Quebec, Canada this past Sunday. The rogue pup got away from his likely mortified owner and ran onto the course to join several competitors for a brief moment of the race. The dog chose the right pack of skiers as they were the group in the lead and even made … Read more

    Movie Star Dog Surprises Young Cancer Patient In The Hospital

    12-year-old Brooke Mulford loves animals, especially dogs. When the movie, A Dog’s Purpose premiered, she wasn’t able to head off to the theater like other kids her age. Brooke is battling neuroblastoma at the Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia. When word got out on Facebook that she wanted to see the film, a mission began to bring A Dog’s Purpose – and a special visitor – to Brooke. Bailey is one of several canine stars from the film. His handler flew him all … Read more

    Ask A Groomer: How Often Should I Groom My Dog?

    After 12 years of grooming dogs, I have worked with every breed, dealt with every situation, and answered countless questions. The most common thing new owners ask me is how often they should groom their dogs. The answer depends on what type of coat your pooch has, how much they shed, and how much brushing and bathing you are willing to do at home. Keeping in mind that all dogs, regardless of breed, should have their nails trimmed at least … Read more

    5 Surprising Tools For Grooming Your Dog At Home

    Have you ever wondered what unusual tools can help you groom your dog at home? Here are five secret tools groomers use on their own dogs. 1. Olive or Coconut Oil  Has your dog ever come home from a walk covered in burrs? Brushing them out can be painful for your dog. Picking them out yourself can be tough on your hands. Rubbing oil into the fur around the burrs will reduce the friction and help the burrs slide out … Read more

    From A Groomer: 3 Reasons Not To Shave Your Double-Coated Dog

    If your dog sheds a lot, you’ve probably thought about shaving them to reduce the amount of hair left around your house. Maybe you thought shaving your dog would keep them cooler in the summer. Perhaps you think your dog would look cute shaved. Generally, dogs whose hair only grows to a certain length and then stops, and specifically double-coated dogs – dogs that have an undercoat that sheds out – should not be shaved. Here are three reasons why … Read more

    New Study Shows How Our Dogs Can Be Deliberately Deceptive

    We all believe dogs are smart, but we might not be giving them as much credit as we should be. Although we look in awe as our dogs amaze us with the incredible tasks and tricks they can learn to perform, we often don’t consider them to be purposefully deceptive. After all, they’re supposed to be man’s best friend, right? Well, they certainly are, but they know when man isn’t being their best friend and a recent study has shown that dogs … Read more

    Woman Needs Help Finding Forever Home For A Sick Puppy

    Imgur is one of the most popular websites for memes, gifs and hilarious photos. But the users have a serious side as well and one woman has reached out to fellow Imgurians for help. User maribriktc found a very thin dog near her home in El Paso, Texas. He was in a parking lot, clearly malnourished and was so thirsty he was trying to drink from puddles outside of the car wash. She and her husband suspected the pup had been stray … Read more

    Wounded Dog Can’t Stop Kissing Her Rescuers–And She Wants To Find Her Forever Home

    You may have seen some of the recent press regarding “anti-tethering” laws. Some states have very specific regulations regarding tying dogs outside, others cover tethering in their animal cruelty legislation, and far too many still do not have any restrictions at all on their books. Marigold’s story sheds light on why these laws are so vitally important to the innocent dogs they protect. Marigold was named for her sunny yellow coloring and sweet disposition. She was first spotted by some … Read more

    UPDATE: Deformed Dog Nobody Wanted Now Has Fans Lining Up To Adopt Him

    UPDATE 3/29/17: Remember Picasso? The impossibly adorable pup born with the unique facial deformity? Thanks to donations from his fans and dear friends at Luvable Dog Rescue, he has undergone successful dental surgery to alleviate discomfort in his lower jaw from his upper teeth digging into the gums. Don’t worry, they have no intention of changing Picasso’s “signature look”, the surgery was just to help him live pain-free! Once he has fully recovered, Picasso and his brother, Pablo can be … Read more

    Real Housewives Of Beverly Hills Star Opens Unique Rescue For Dogs

    Many know Lisa Vanderpump from the reality TV show Real Housewives of Beverly Hills, but that’s not all she’s up to these days. We all know that animal shelters are not the warmest, most hospitable places. So, Vanderpump and her husband, Ken Todd, decided to open a dog rescue that wasn’t like anything anyone had ever seen. In an interview with E! News, Vanderpump stated, “To go into some of the kill shelters, it can be very difficult and it … Read more

    Dog Adorably Sings Along With Owner On Road Trip

    Annie Aul and her Shiloh Shepherd, Lola, are on a road trip between Montgomery, Alabama and Miami, Florida. The two are having a great time, but with every road trip comes a time for singing. Sleeping to pass the time, Lola wakes up uninterested in Aul’s voice joining in on Queen’s “We Are the Champions.” But it only takes a few seconds for Lola to warm up her voice and join her owner in the sing-along. The two clearly have … Read more

    Dog Takes “Smug” Photo After Swallowing Costly Ball

    Sometimes dogs do silly things. Swallowing undigestible items may be the worst of them. Here is a list of objects I have personally witnessed removed from the stomach and intestines of mischievous dogs: socks, underwear, sticks, leaves, wads of hair, tampons, panty hose, action figures, rubber snakes, paper towels, diamond earrings, a watch, carpeting, and of course, lots of balls. One very patient and good-humored dog parent recently shared their own doggy foreign-body nightmare via Reddit. Rather than a long, … Read more

    Comedian Pranks Woman Who Refused To Clean Up Her Dog’s Poop At LAX

    Airline travel seems to bring out the absolute worst in some people. Several unfortunate globetrotters at LAX experienced this firsthand when a dog mom refused to pick up her pup’s doo-doo. Steve Hofstetter is a professional comedian who understands the stress of traveling with dogs, but even he was shocked and appalled by the behavior of this particular airline patron. **Note: None of the photos in this post are of the “actual” dog! https://www.facebook.com/stevehofstetter/photos/a.10159444248600604/10161641297690604/?type=3&theater Now dogs will be dogs, so … Read more

    Update: Deadly Bacteria Easily Spread Between Dogs Is On The Rise Across The US

    Canine Leptospirosis is frighteningly easy to contract and even more simple to pass on to other dogs. This potentially deadly bacteria is found virtually anywhere there is wildlife and can be transmitted to your pup through a simple drink of water. Lepto is a nationwide concern for dog lovers, but a few states in particular have seen a concerning leap in cases. And now, health officials in the state of New Jersey are urging pet owners to become aware of … Read more

    5 Home Remedies For Doggy Diarrhea

    Diarrhea in dogs is a symptom of a larger problem like stress, sudden diet change, food allergies, dietary indiscretion (garbage grazing), parasites, viral or bacterial illness, even chronic disease. Although it is usually self-limiting, it’s uncomfortable for your pooch and messy for you. We’ll cover when to seek immediate veterinary care below, but in mild cases, certain home remedies may do the trick. A post shared by Ralph (@ralphstagramm) on Jan 6, 2017 at 7:09pm PST Dogs can’t tell us, … Read more

    10 Vet-Recommended Ways To Save Money On Your Dog’s Medical Care

    The inability to pay for care is one of the top reasons dogs are given up or abandoned. No one should ever have to lose a beloved family member due to financial strain. Veterinarian, Nancy Kay is the author of Speaking for Spot, which details how dog owners can become well-informed medical advocates for their pets – and save a little money in the process! She recommends the following 10 methods for spending less at the vet without compromising your … Read more

    3 Helpful Tips To Make Your Dog’s Nail Trimming Session Easier

    Regular nail trims are necessary for most dogs and it’s important not to let your pup’s nails grow too long. It’s not only aesthetics at play here – nails that are too long are uncomfortable for your dog and can even cause permanent damage to their feet and joints. Most owners try to avoid nail trims at all costs, often taking their dogs to groomers or veterinarians to have them done. This is because most dogs really despise having their … Read more

    Does Your Dog Love the Water? Beware Of This Hidden Danger!

    The ocean. A swimming pool. The hose. A cup of water. If it’s wet, my dogs are in it! When I was a boy, I remember our neighbor’s Irish Setter, Angus, diving under the water to retrieve a ball. I thought it was the coolest. From that day on, I was determined to have dogs that loved water. What’s the saying…be careful what you ask for? Now, I’ve got dogs. And they L-O-V-E water. When it’s hot. When it’s cold. … Read more

    Owner Follows A Feathery Trail Of Destruction Directly To Her Guilty-Faced Pup

    UK bartender, Sophie Robinson returned home from work to find that her feather pillow had been massacred. She instantly suspected her sweet, but mighty dog, Yogi who had failed to greet her at the door. Robinson followed the trail of mayhem into the living room and discovered the culprit wallowing in his own guilt and self-loathing. She first knew something was amiss when she pulled in the drive and saw that Yogi – a 1-year-old Rottweiler-Akita mix – was not … Read more

    5 Ways You May Be Unintentionally Hurting Your Dog’s Feelings

    A Harvard psychologist recently declared that when dogs dream they are likely reliving their experiences with their humans. Those yips and kicks we see are their reactions to either pleasing us or annoying us in dreamland. For better or worse, our dogs’ entire lives revolve around us. If they do not get enough of our time or that time is marred by unwarranted punishments, it can leave lasting emotional scars. Dog owners usually make one of these 5 mistakes because … Read more

    15 Fun Dog Names Inspired By The French

    If you added a new family member to your house this month, why not choose a French name for him or her? After all, French is the “Language of Love” and February is all about romance. Here are 15 French names that you are sure to love almost as much as you love your new best friend. #1 Brie France is famous for this decadent cheese and it’s the perfect name for your little dog that likes the finer things … Read more

    Police Officer Dives Into Frozen Lake To Save Stranded Dog

    An adventurous mixed-breed dog owes his life to heroic and dedicated Vancouver Police Constable, Peter Colenutt. Nearby witnesses contacted officers after seeing the dog plunge through the ice at Stanley Park’s Lost Lagoon. It is believed the pooch chased a ball onto the frozen surface and became stranded by the floating ice chunks after breaking through. When officers arrived, Constable Colenutt stripped off his coat, shoes and socks and waded into the icy water wearing nothing but his short-sleeved uniform. Upon … Read more

    5 Signs Your Dog Is Ready To Try Agility

    Agility is a very exciting sport open to all dogs, regardless of breed. Almost all dogs love agility and it doesn’t matter if you’re looking to be the next national champion or just want to enjoy some classes with your dog. Just like taking basic obedience classes with your new dog or puppy, agility is a great, fun way to strengthen the bond you have with your canine companion. It’s also a great way to build confidence in an insecure … Read more

    Matted Stray Underdog Becomes Westminster Wonder Dog

    Buster – a mixed-breed former stray – is certainly no show-circuit pedigree, but come this weekend’s Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show, he will compete alongside the country’s finest purebreds. Scrawny, matted and wild when he was rescued by New Jersey’s Animal Alliance, Buster has trained his way into a lean, mean agility course machine! He was once a Philadelphia street dog with hair so long and matted that he couldn’t even open his mouth to eat. When he was first … Read more

    URGENT: Evanger’s Pet Food Recall – Must Read!

    Illinois-based Evanger’s Dog & Cat Food company has voluntarily recalled all of its canned Hunks of Beef dog food after a serious contamination broke out. After three dogs fell ill and one passed away, testing confirmed the euthanasia agent pentobarbital was present in the food. This is the first recall for this company in 82 years and it’s happened on very unfortunate terms. It began New Year’s Eve when Nikki Mael fed a can of Evanger’s Hunks of Beef to … Read more

    Puppy Found By Dumpster, Sold Online & Abandoned On A Doorstep Finally Gets Rescued

    Poor little Snowflake has had an incredibly rough start to her short life. At just 5 weeks old she was found abandoned behind a dumpster in Bakersfield, California. The person who found her attempted to sell her on Craiglist for $10, but was only offered $5, so he or she dumped little Snowflake, soaking wet and freezing cold, on a stranger’s doorstep. The homeowner contacted Amanda Brooks, an adoption coordinator with the rescue group, Marley’s Mutts. She rushed over to … Read more

    Dog Helps His Young Master Rescue A Mama Goat & Her Newborn Stranded In The Snow

    Hamdü Sena Bilgin is only 11-years-old, but she already has more responsibility than many people twice her age. She and her dog, Tomi are goatherders on her parents’ farm outside Rize, Turkey. The Bilgin family raises the goats for their milk. Keeping them safe is Hamdü Sena and Tomi’s job, so when one of the herd suddenly went into labor on a snow covered hillside, they sprang to action. Hamdü Sena determined that they were too far from home for … Read more