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    Rescue Dog Becomes An Emotional Support Pet To A Shelter Full Of Cats

    Megan Sorbara, president of the rescue group Naples Cat Alliance, was driving through a busy Florida intersection with her boyfriend Dominick when they spotted a tiny, frightened dog on the corner. The couple had no idea that the little mutt they named Bitsy would become far more than their beloved pet. Bitsy would become NCA’s mascot as well as a friend, protector, foster mom and confidant to the shelter cats. After chasing Bitsy across six lanes of traffic, Sorbara finally … Read more

    Family Of Coma Patient Desperately Searches For Her Dog, Lost During Car Crash

    On the evening of January 3, Lindsey Jennings was involved in a brutal head-on collision. As rescue workers pulled her from the wreckage, her beloved 6-year-old Pitbull, Cato fled the scene in terror. Over the past week Lindsey has endured 4 surgeries and is yet to regain consciousness. Her family is desperate to locate Cato, who they describe as Lindsey’s “best friend” and “her child” before she wakes up. Lindsey Jennings was in a nasty wreck last week in Indian … Read more

    6-Year-Old Girl Charms A Runaway Dog Who Evaded Rescuers For Months

    Little Meghan Topping is no ordinary 6-year-old. In the past year alone, Meghan has helped her mother foster, train and rehab more than 75 stray and feral dogs in need of a second chance. One of those dogs was Daisy. Adopted from a California shelter, the Shepherd-mix had escaped her new owners’ yard after just 2 days. She had been on the run for months when Meghan was called in to help.     Shelter staff, good Samaritans and followers … Read more

    Orphaned Baby Aardvark Scores A Vet & Several Dogs As Surrogate Moms

    Gertie is one lucky little aardvark. When she was separated from her mother, a good Samaritan found her and surrendered her into the care of ZURI Orphanage in Tsumeb, Namibia. Veterinarian, Dr. Erika de Jager – the orphanage’s founder – was delighted at the prospect of bottle-raising the little baby. Aardvarks are quite elusive in the wild and the vet was eager to have one to look after. Gertie, Spokie and Dexter and Matani… Posted by ZURI Orphanage on Friday, November … Read more

    Adventurous Woman Restores Old Van To Travel The World With Her Rescue Dog

    It took Marina Piro two months to complete the project she had anticipated. She purchased a 2001 Renault Kangoo, ripped out the interior to add a bed, curtains, a kitchenette, some lighting and even some houseplants. But restoring the van wasn’t the only adventure she had in mind. In fact, it’s just a small piece of her master plan. The Italian woman who now lives in the UK has set her sights on traveling the globe in her van. Why … Read more

    Man Was Told His Dog Died In A Fire… Hours Later, They Found Him Alive

    When Adel Conley’s garage was engulfed in flames, he panicked, knowing his two dogs were trapped inside. One was rescued shortly after firefighters arrived on the scene. The other, he was told, had perished. As Conley watched helplessly while the fire destroyed part of his home, all he could think about was the safety of his beloved pups. “I wanted to get my dogs out, but they wouldn’t let me go in there,” he told Wave 3 News. “I love my dogs.” … Read more

    6 Natural Ways To Improve Your Dog’s Coat & Reduce Shedding

    We love how dogs come in so many different shapes and sizes. There are short and long-haired pups, some with curls, and some that shed so much, you could spin it into yarn and knit a sweater! But despite all the different types of canine coats, one thing is for sure: soft, shiny fur is the picture of health, plus it’s extra tempting to touch! Luckily, it’s easy to keep your pup’s fur in tip-top shape. Here are 6 natural ways to … Read more

    Dogs Love This Bizarre Ball. But It’s What Happens After You Buy It That Has People Talking.

      4 Reasons Dogs Are Going Crazy for the New “Wunderball” 1. The Irregular Surface Creates Erratic Bouncing Action Dogs love a good pursuit! The irregular surface of the Wunderball creates a fun back and forth bouncing motion that keeps dogs on their toes, or should we say “paws!” Take a look in this video to see it in action: A video posted by IHeartDogs.com (@iheartdogscom) on Dec 27, 2016 at 12:29pm PST 2. They Last WAY Longer Than Tennis … Read more

    14 Before & After Photos Of Dogs And Their Best Friends Growing Up Together

    You probably have photos of yourself with your childhood friends and enjoy looking at the difference between then and now. It’s really amazing to see how we grow and change, but also how we stay the same! Humans aren’t the only creatures capable of making and keeping lifelong friends. In fact, many owners are sharing before and after photos of their pets growing up together. They’re too precious not to show the world, so we’ve compiled an adorable list for … Read more

    Dog Left Behind With Owners’ Trash Huddles On Discarded Recliner For Warmth

    It’s a heartbreaking story we’ve all heard far too many times. An innocent dog abandoned and forgotten on the cold city streets, waiting faithfully for owners who will never return. The pup, named Ollie-Loo by his rescuers, was discovered sitting on the curb amid the boxes and discarded furniture his owners left behind. He was curled up tightly on their old recliner, trying to keep warm.   It is not clear if Ollie’s former owners were evicted from their Detroit … Read more

    Dog Found On The Brink Of Death Spends MONTHS Recovering… See Her Amazing Transformation!

    Poor Antonia comes from tragic beginnings. At just one year old, she was found behind a trashcan in an alley in Chicago and was so neglected and sick, she was on the brink of death. With a high fever and severe infections, this poor pup was covered in maggots that had burrowed in the mats of her fur. She was taken to Trio Animal Foundation (TAF), where her skin was treated as if it were burned, and aggressive antibiotics were … Read more

    5 Words You Should Teach Your Dog

    When it comes to living with dogs, there are many different opinions on how to raise them, treat them, house them, and train them. Just like with children, everyone has a different way of “parenting” their pets. With that said, most agree that basic obedience training is essential for all dogs, regardless of age, size, or breed. In fact, many even agree that there are some basic commands that should be taught to all dogs, and we’d like to share … Read more

    Shelter Employee Plans To Spend 12 Nights In The Dog Kennels This Christmas

    Adrian Thompson, a volunteer for K9 Crusaders, will be spending his twelve days of Christmas in a dog kennel to raise awareness and much-needed financial donations for the charity. The 48-year-old will transform from a financial adviser by day to a human shelter pet by night. He will share his kennel with a different adoptable pup each evening from now until December 28. Just 2 days to go until the start of Adrian’s 12 Dogs of Xmas challenge to help … Read more

    5 Things To Check Off Your List When Leaving Your Dog With A Sitter

    As busy pet parents, we’re often traveling around and unable to take our pets along. For those times we’re leaving them behind in the care of someone we trust, it can be overwhelming making sure everything is in order and ready to go for our dogs. Do they have everything they need? Will they be comfortable? Does the pet sitter have the right information? When planning to leave your pup with a trusty friend or daycare, it’s helpful to have … Read more

    Dog Abandoned During Snow Storm Shocks Rescuers By Revealing Her 4 Newborn Puppies

    Depending on where you live, your city may have been hit with several inches of snow in the past 24 hours. One of those places was Muskegon, Michigan, where a poor pup with her newborn litter was – quite literally – left out in the cold. According to a Facebook post by local shelter Pound Buddies, they received an emergency call just after midnight about an abandoned dog who was wandering around in an empty lot. The caller said that the pup had been … Read more

    Founder Of Senior Dog Rescue Is Honored As A CNN Hero Of The Year

    Since 2007, CNN has honored heroes and humanitarians making extraordinary changes within their communities. Although she was not this year’s winner, Sheri Franklin, founder of the senior dog rescue group Muttville, was honored in the Top 10 for her efforts to make the world a better place for older dogs. #CNNHeroes HAPPENING NOW!! Muttville founder Sherri Franklin is in New York with all the Top 10 CNN Heroes! “It’s an… Posted by Muttville Senior Dog Rescue on Saturday, December 10, 2016 … Read more

    3 Ways To Keep Your Rottweiler Happy & Healthy

    Rottweiler owners know these dogs are special. Highly intelligent and sensitive, they are a wonderfully challenging dog to own. Rotties give their owners every ounce of love they have and for that, we cannot repay them. However, in return, we can give them the best life possible. The following are 3 ways to keep your Rottweiler happy and healthy in return for all they give you. #1 – Take Care of His Joints Rottweilers are prone to joint issues, including … Read more

    8 Reasons Why Your Dog Should Try An Interactive Puzzle Toy

    They say that idle paws are the naughty dog’s workshop – or something like that. Bored pups will always find a way to entertain themselves, which could spell disaster if they focus their attention on the wrong item. Aside from keeping mischievous dogs safely occupied, food-dispensing puzzle toys offer the added benefit of helping your pooch stay fit and healthy from the inside out. Here are eight great reasons to add one (or two) to your dog’s Christmas list. 1. … Read more

    Dying Dog’s Family Does Christmas Early So They Can All Celebrate One Last Time

    Scooby, a black, curly-haired dog who was turning gray, always loved being part of his family’s Christmas celebration in Bedfordshire, England. “We always involve the animals in Christmas so Scooby got presents every year and leftover roast so he’s always enjoyed it and been part of the celebrations,” his human, Molly Bradshaw, told ABC News.   As he aged, Scooby began having recurring back problems, and eventually went blind and developed dementia. “I became his full-time carer, unable to leave him as … Read more

    14 Dogs Rescued From The Korean Meat Trade Will Start New Lives In The US

    On Sunday evening 14 travel-weary dogs from South Korea arrived At Dulles International Airport. They were rescued from deplorable conditions and certain death at an illegal dog meat farm in Jeonju. Their 2-day journey to freedom – and the new lives that come next – were made possible by the combined efforts of Humane Society International and the Richmond SPCA.   Korean officials were tipped off by neighbors about the illegal dog meat operation and it has since been shut down. … Read more

    Store Hires Veteran Along With His Senior Service Dog

    You may remember the story of a man who was finally hired, along with his service dog, at a Lowe’s in Canada. Now, the home improvement chain has a second man-dog duo to brag about! In Abilene, Texas, Clay Luthy and his service dog, Charlotte have officially become Lowe’s employees. Charlotte even has her very own work vest, just like the rest of the staff! Luthy is an Air Force veteran who recently had knee surgery. His canine companion accompanies him wherever … Read more

    3 Things Affect Dog Adoptions – You Won’t Believe How Easy It Is To Do #3

    If you’ve ever been to an animal shelter, you’ve seen what a sad place it can be. It’s no fault of the shelter, but dogs can be sullen and despondent. Spending most of their time in a kennel or cage, who could blame them. Sadly, anyone looking to adopt a shelter dog can unknowingly be turned off by this apparent sad state. It’s not right, but subconsciously, things like this affect all of our decisions. But did you know that … Read more

    Senior Sweetie Watches 375 Pets Get Adopted While She Still Waits

    UPDATE, 12/12/2016: Thanks to everyone out there who shared sweet Melony’s story, she has now been adopted and is ready to spend the holidays with her new family! Jennifer Buege of Union City, Georgia heard about Melony when a friend in Michigan shared our original post with her. Buege lives with her 16-year-old son and 4 cats, and although she has never had a dog, she found that she could not get Melony out of her head. She decided to … Read more

    Rescue Saves Pregnant Stray Living Under Shopping Cart – Just Wait Until You See Her Puppies!

    Rescue From The Hart (RFTH) is a Van Nuys, California rescue group with an amazing story to tell. When they received a call about pregnant stray dog living under a shopping cart, they were warned that she’d growl when they approached. Undeterred, they set out to catch the poor pup so she could have her puppies in safety. It took some time to earn her trust, but after she warmed up to them it was clear: she was relieved to receive … Read more

    Adorable Pup Waits Outside Hospital For Ill Owner

    It’s not a comfortable subject to discuss, but as dog owners we need to be mindful of what will happen to our dogs in case of an emergency. For one particular owner, this fear became a reality. Thankfully, there were good people out to help. This patient was out walking their beloved dog when they became ill and an ambulance had to be called. Not wanting to separate the duo or leave the dog stranded alone, the medical team decided … Read more

    Tiny Dog Experiences The World From Aboard Her Saint Bernard Brother’s Back

    When Lulu the Japanese Chin was a tiny puppy, she took comfort in nestling in the warm, thick hair on her brother Blizzard’s back. At 126 pounds, the gentle Saint Bernard made little Lulu feel safe and protected. Soon she wasn’t just sleeping on Blizzard, she was riding him like a mini cowgirl on a pony! Wherever her big brother goes, Lulu is sure to be happily astride his back. A photo posted by BlizzardandLulu (@blizzardandlulu) on Nov 1, 2016 … Read more

    Dog Missing Since 2013 Is Found 1200 Miles Away In New Jersey

    When a dirty, matted dog arrived at an animal shelter in Paterson, New Jersey the staff checked her for a microchip. They discovered that the Maltese-Pomeranian mix had been missing from Fort Lauderdale, Florida since 2013. The chip led back to Bill Gerstein who had held onto hope that his dog, Bella would one day be found. Now, after 3 years and 1200 miles, they have finally been reunited. Bella went missing on Friday December 13, 2013. She had accompanied … Read more

    Hikers Find Dog Lost At National Park, Carry Her Over 3 Miles To Safety

    As three hikers made their way through a secluded section of Australia’s Mt. Glorious National Park, they heard a splashing sound from a creek bed up ahead. They approached carefully and quietly, expecting to see a kangaroo or a platypus, but were stunned when they saw a chubby dog struggling to free herself from the water instead. The hikers created a noose from rope and a long stick to pull the dog from the freezing water. The well-fed, spayed female … Read more

    As Soon As Their Owners Leave The House, Something Magical Is Going To Happen :)

    Here’s a magical Christmas video for all you dog lovers out there! These dogs are about to do something amazing as soon as their owners leave the house. Once the doors are shut, these dogs get to work and start putting up a Christmas tree! It’s not an easy job, but with everyone pitching in, they sure did an excellent job! They even put the gifts under the tree! Watch the adorable video below! No matter what season it is, … Read more

    Toddler & His Labradoodle Sidekick Are The Cutest BFFs On Instagram

    Sandi and Eric Swiridoff are the proud parents of Reagan the Labradoodle and the doting foster-grandparents of Buddy the human toddler. Ever since 3-year-old Buddy came along, he and Reagan have been inseparable pals. Sandi knew that the pair’s heart-melting relationship was just too cute to keep to herself, so she decided to share it with the world via Instagram. Prepare yourselves for the adorableness of a boy and his pup in matching outfits. A photo posted by Reagandoodle (@reagandoodle) on … Read more

    Woman Rescues Stolen Dog By Chasing Thief Barefoot For Blocks

    Wiley is a 6-year-old Chocolate Lab/Chesapeake Bay Retriever cross who has gone through quite a rescue. She had joined her human mom, Angela Ream, on a shopping trip to Trader Joe’s and was tied outside to the “doggie dock” that the store recommends owners use for their pooches. When Ream came outside after shopping, however, she realized Wiley was gone. She knew Wiley had been stolen, as there was no way the dog could have wandered off. Being such a … Read more

    10 Things People Do To Dogs That Should Be BANNED

    We love our dogs, yet we continue to do things that harm them, usually to make our lives easier. While many of these are already banned in some parts of the world, we need to work on getting them banned everywhere. #1 – Debarking Debarking (often called “bark softening”) is the act of cutting a dog’s vocal cords so that it has more of a whisper than a true bark. Many people feel this is acceptable to do to their dogs … Read more

    Disabled Rescue Dogs Pay It Forward As Therapy Pets

    The DAWGS (Disabled Animals Who Generously Serve) of Dharma Rescue in Torrance, California are on a mission to comfort, entertain and inspire humans with their strength and perseverance. Each was pulled from a high-kill shelter where their medical needs made adoption unlikely. Trained as therapy dogs, they’re spreading the love to nursing home patients and school children. The innovative idea for the DAWGS Program came to Dharma Rescue founder, Susan Fulcher after years of rescuing and fostering California’s forgotten pets. … Read more

    Olive The Pig Lives With A Pack Of Dogs And Is Convinced She’s One Of Them

    Olive is the most adorable little pig we’ve ever seen. She lives with a nice family in Sydney, Australia that has 3 humans and 3 dogs. Being raised around 3 dogs, Olive has grown up thinking she’s one of them! Her human family hasn’t stopped her because she’s so happy living life like a dog. Olive clearly feels like a dog and lives like a dog, taking in every day happy moment by happy moment. I’ve been a little bit … Read more

    15 Photos That Prove Just What Living With Dogs Is Really Like

    Life with dogs means many things. We all have dogs to be our companions and although everyone has a unique relationship with their own dogs, we all know what that relationship generally entails. Breeds and temperaments may vary somewhat, but in the end, dogs are dogs and they’re going to do dog things. What does this mean for us? It means that dog lovers everywhere can unite and share their experiences of what it really means to live with dogs. … Read more

    No One Would Free Her, But She Was So Thankful When Someone Finally Helped

    Just like humans, sometimes dogs can get themselves into some sticky predicaments. We don’t mean to, and neither do they, but when you get stuck in a bind sometimes you might need someone to lend a helping hand. In India, there was one stray dog who desperately needed the help of a kindhearted passerby. This poor dog waited and waited, but no one cared to stop–all too afraid that the dog may bite if they tried to help her. After some … Read more

    Terrified Dog Rescued 1hr Before Euthanization

    What a beautiful reminder about the desperate needs of shelter animals. They’ve lost so much trust in people, it’s so wonderful to see a dog’s trust restored so quickly and beautifully! I’m warning you, what happens at 1:29 will knock the wind out of you. But when you see the transformation 3 minutes in, it’ll be worth watching! 🙂 From the video creator: http://www.hopeforpaws.org/ Please help us save more dogs like Edie and make a $5 donation to Hope For … Read more

    Woman Secretly Records Her Husband And Dog’s Hilarious Jam Session!

    Does your dog love music? You gotta watch these two! A woman is secretly filming her husband and her dog sitting on the couch. Her husband is playing some music. As the husband does some head movements to the beat of the music, the dog watches him, and then follow his lead! So cute! Watch the adorable video below of these two enjoying their jam: Looks like this dog is enjoying hanging out with her human! Dogs are really amazing. … Read more

    Adorable Dog Throws Hissy Fit When Told It’s Time To Stop Swimming!

    I love dogs with big personalities and this next dog, Bella, is full of personality! After enjoying some time in the water, Bella’s mommy says it’s time to go, but this pooch disagrees. Her theatrical performance is top notch! The hissy fit she threw is so good that you can almost hear her saying, “Nooo! I don’t wanna stop swimming, Mommy!!!” And apparently, her tantrum was persuasive enough to earn some additional time swimming! Bravo, Bella. We’re impressed! Over FOUR … Read more

    Truckload Of Dogs Has The Time Of Their Life At The Beach!

    When you lookup “happiness” in the dictionary, there will now be a reference to THIS video! Posted on YouTube, this video is taking the internet by storm. The story behind it is totally awesome! Apparently the Malibu Dog Training Company takes it’s students from their “off leash” program to the beach after graduation. Afterwards they clean them up, trim their nails, and bring them back to their owners! Sign me up, like yesterday! The sole cat that accompanied them is the … Read more

    Study Implies Dogs Won’t Remember A Hug. Dad Of World’s Smartest Dog Isn’t So Sure!

    An article on Krem.com stated that your dog may not remember the hug you just gave him, due to some research done by Stockhom Univeristy and Brooklyn College. According to the article: “[the study found] that for dogs, events are forgotten after about two minutes—and that’s on the long end of the spectrum. The average memory duration for all animals studied is 27 seconds, with chimps’ memory as short as 20 seconds; that’s a length of time that rats beat, … Read more

    Ask A Vet: Why Does My Dog Like To Sleep Under The Covers?

    Does your dog love to bury himself under your covers to sleep? Many dogs do. It is fun to think about why they might do this seemingly very human thing. If we consider the way a dog sees life, it is easy to imagine why he tucks himself in at night. Animals depend on the concept of resources. Resources are things like food, water, and shelter. Your bed represents a shelter or den to your dog. Since the bed is … Read more

    7 Ways To Tell If Your Dog Is Emotionally Distressed

    Every dog lover knows that our four-legged friends are most certainly capable of complex emotions, and that those emotions are heavily impacted by us humans. Major changes like bringing home a new pet or baby, moving, or an illness within the family can cause our dogs to suffer stress, anxiety and even depression.   Think your pup may have the blues? Watch for these 7 signs. 1. Changes In Behavior From a decreased desire to play or go for walks, … Read more

    Silly Husky Just Fell In Love With A Head Massager!

    Silver is a rescued husky who at first was very skeptical and distrusting of strangers. Maybe that’s why she was so skeptical of the head scratcher at first! She’s like what the heck is that!? But after a few seconds, BOY does her opinion change! Silver reminds me a lot of my dog Splash who LOVES head scratches. It must be a husky thing. SHARE this video with someone who loves Huskies and head massages!

    12 Photos Provide Evidence That Dogs Will Fall Asleep Anytime, Anywhere

      We all have that one friend who can sleep anywhere, no matter what time it is or what else is going on. It’s like they have the ability to just zone out a completely chaotic party and just wander off into a snoring, comfortable sleep. It makes us a little bit jealous, really. But there’s something to be said about such a skill and it’s not just people who possess it. In fact, our dogs are probably even better … Read more

    After 9 Years In A Shelter, Dog Celebrates When He Is FINALLY Adopted.

    It’s hard to even fathom. How could a dog remain in shelter for 9 years without being adopted? Thankfully this precious pup was kept alive to see the day of his adoption. Not surprisingly, this dog just couldn’t contain his happiness and excitement and it’s totally understandable, because who wouldn’t be jumping with joy after finally getting adopted after 9 years of being locked up. This dog finally gets his chance to have a warm home with a family who … Read more

    Adorable Dog Asks Permission To Cuddle!

    This samoyed has cuddling down to an art. He also is master at convincing his owner it’s time (and why would you need convincing with this cutie!) Wait for the ending, the look on the dog’s face is priceless! Does your dog have a special way of telling you they want something? Does he or she ask for cuddles?  

    Dog Patiently Waits For School Bus. Gives His Little Human A Helping Hand When They Step Off.

    Dogs always give the best welcome home greetings! With their tails wagging, they shower you with hugs and kisses! The dog in the video below is so excited to see his best buddy arrive home from school. So he patiently waits outside for the school bus. He watches the school bus as it arrives, and then when mom says, ‘Okay’ he runs to the school bus and welcomes his best friend home! He even carries his school bag! Wasn’t that … Read more

    4 Signs Your Dog Is Overstimulated

    More often than not, dogs suffer from a lack of stimulation. This boredom is the cause of many behavioral problems and the reason dog trainers are called in. To counteract this, owners will begin to provide more mental and physical stimulation. While this is good, it can also be overdone. Dogs can become overstimulated and this will lead to behavioral issues down the road as well. How can you tell if your dog is overstimulated? Consider these signs. #1 – … Read more

    Kitty Takes Care Of Puppy Brother Who Just Got Back From The Vet

    It’s really cute when cats and dogs get along well together. And it’s even more adorable when you see how much they love and care for each other! Just like Winston and Zeke! Zeke, the puppy, just got home from the vet. Winston, the kitty, saw that his puppy brother was not feeling well. In fact, Winston waited all day for Zeke to come home. So once Zeke got home, Winston gave him some TLC by cuddling with him, licking … Read more