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If you’re a dog lover like me, sometimes you might feel like you can relate to dogs more than humans. People can be mean, and we all know that dogs have hearts of gold. People can also be rude, and well, dogs are just as sweet as can be. So why do we love dogs so much? Where do we start? For one, they are forgiving, loving, playful, kind, and charismatic. And like us humans, every one is unique. Think … Read more
A lot of people are pretty stuck in their “cat person” or “dog person” identities, and it’s not surprising why. Each of these species is so different, but so awesome in their own ways. For instance, some dogs love water while most cats hate it, and cats love sitting in boxes while some dogs will just shred them to pieces. The list goes on (and on and on…). From meal time to play time, below are 13 instances that show how cats and dogs … Read more
Dogs are creatures of habit. One example is that dog who waited for her human to open the door, when in fact, the door was already opened. The dog was just so used to seeing her human open the door for her. So her human had to open an “invisible” door for her to get inside. And now here’s another dog who’s a creature of habit! This dog jumps over a doorway that is normally blocked by a childproof gate. … Read more
Dogs have the most adorable guilty faces. And they have different reactions when they are confronted with their crimes. Some dogs would just show their guilty apologetic face, while others would try to flee from the crime scene. In the video below, you can see a dog entering a room. And as soon as he steps into the room, you can already see his guilty face. Then when his dad starts to question him about what he’s done while he … Read more
For dog lovers, sometimes it’s fun to show off our love for the canine kind. And if you like to have pretty nails and want to get creative, then why not try a dog-inspired manicure! You could go as simple as finding a polish to match the color of your dog’s coat. Or, you could take things a step further and try one of these fun ideas. There’s lots to choose from, whether you like lots of color, subtle paw … Read more
While serving in Iraq as a combat medic, Randy witnessed the horrible aftermath of an explosion that left him mentally and emotionally scarred. When he returned to civilian life he had PTSD, and didn’t know how to adjust. He was plagued with anxiety, both when he was awake and when he was asleep, suffering from constant nightmares. Living in a daily hell, Randy began having thoughts of suicide…until he got his dog, Captain. Watch as he reads a touching letter written to … Read more
I’m the kind of person that has no tolerance for animal abusers, and Judge Michael Cicconetti is no different. We’ve come to know him for his unique sentences for criminals, and if you are an animal abuser living in the state of Ohio, you better get your act together and learn to treat animals with kindness. Last year we shared a clip of him sentencing a woman to sit at a landfill who left her dog to live in filthy … Read more
Most dogs are bigger than cats, but despite their size some of them are rather intimidated by cats. This dog’s ball somehow ended up or landed near the cat. We’re not sure how it got there, but this dog simply cannot get her ball because the cat is now guarding it! Watch the video below and see what happens when the dog tries to reach for the ball! Awwww…the poor doggy! Just give her the ball already! I think it’s time … Read more
Dogs are amazing when it comes to overcoming difficulties. One example of that is the dog in the video below. Her name is Lola. Sweet Lola came from a puppy mill. And as we know, most dogs in puppy mills are either inbred, malnourished, and in poor health, and some of them come out with deformities. Lola cannot move her back legs. A photo posted by …and Other Shelter Tails (@lolathelionhearted) on Jan 5, 2016 at 3:15pm PST But Lola … Read more
Everyone, meet Justin–a dog who was born without back feet. Justin didn’t have a home right from the start. His mother was a stray, and he and his two siblings were born underneath a house in Arizona. Sadly, his mom died a week after giving birth to them. But even at that time when everything seemed hopeless for Justin and his siblings, something good happened. The owner of the house where Justin and his siblings was born, was very kind. … Read more
Are you a dog lover who also loves coffee? Well if you live in L.A., then we have great news for you! America’s first ever dog cafe is already open in your area! A photo posted by The Dog Cafe (@thedogcafe_la) on Dec 16, 2014 at 5:56pm PST At The Dog Cafe you can play and snuggle with dogs and puppies while having a cup of coffee. Or you and your friends can hang out there together and play with … Read more
Dogs and humans have been best friends for thousands of years. Our dog is more than a friend to us, they are members of the family. We give them food and shelter, we care for them and give them love. And in return they watch over us, cheer us up when we feel down, and they give us their loyalty and unconditional love. You can say our bonds are stronger than ever. But did you know that a dog owner … Read more
Kristian Maris is the co-owner of Just Barking in Kensal Rise, London. He is chairperson of the newly-formed British Isles Grooming Association (BIGA), a speaker at pet industry events, an Amazon UK No. 1 best-selling author in dog care, and creator of The Dog Grooming Business Course: How to Set Up and Run Your Own Dog Grooming Business. You can watch his series of video on this very subject, for free. Just like the increased demand for good quality dog food, more … Read more
Everyone, meet Oscar–an abandoned handicapped dog who found his happy ending! Oscar was found abandoned on the street. Since he was handicapped, the poor thing was dragging himself to get around. NYC Animal Services found him and he was on death row. Thankfully, some kindhearted people came to his rescue. According to his Facebook Bio, he was seen by NY Pet-i-Car, and he was rescued and given a second chance at life. Now, not only has Oscar found a new … Read more
Dogs are truly amazing. Not only have they helped us humans, but they help other animals too! Just like the dog in the video below! Two stray kittens were brought to the Sacramento SPCA. One of the kittens have ulcers in both eyes and he badly needs help. Fortunately for this little guy, a rescue dog is there to help him. A special serum made from the dog’s donated blood speeds up the healing process of the kitten’s eyes. Watch … Read more
UPDATE: If “Buster” was abandoned, it certainly wasn’t by his family. The dog, who was left on a London bus where he stayed overnight, was just reunited with his family. Mom Paulina Rybak and kids Filip, 8, and Zofia, 3 are thrilled to have him back home. The pup, a 4-year-old Staffie whose real name is Boston, had been taken outside for just a moment when he disappeared. Said Rybak describes the scene in the Evening Standard: “We took him outside and after … Read more
One of the happiest moments of a dog owner’s day is when they come home to a happy dog. We love how they welcome us joyfully with wagging tails! It just shows how much they miss us. The dog in the video below hasn’t seen his beloved human for 7 months. Then one day, he catches a scent on his nose! He starts sniffing the whole house; he knows someone familiar was there! He goes up to the bedroom, and … Read more
Wouldn’t it be great if our dogs could help us out around the house? It would be amazing if they could do some of our chores! Well this guy is so lucky to have the most helpful dog in the world! Greg Baskwell has an awesome dog who helps him around the house! His name is Finley, and not only is he helpful, he’s also super adorable! A photo posted by Greg Baskwell (@gregbaskwell) on Apr 2, 2016 at 11:15am … Read more
Puppies are usually happy, playful, and very friendly. Whenever they see humans, they usually run to them and start playing. But when a puppy has experienced abuse and has never felt any love or care, they’re frightened when humans come near them. The puppy in the video below must have been through some kind of abuse. This poor little baby is so scared of humans, he just cowers in the corner. But a woman is about to change this puppy’s life. … Read more
Two years ago, the Cromer family lost their beloved dog Buddy when a family member was watching him. The family, who now lives in Easley, South Carolina, was devastated. “We put posters up everywhere,” mom April Cromer told WHNS. The fact that Buddy had not been microchipped made the situation even more hopeless. For a year, they searched for their best friend, until dad Cory Cromer finally accepted that someone else had probably found Buddy, and kept him. “After about a year, I … Read more
No, you have not accidentally been redirected to the iHeartAlpacas site. This story was just too good not to share! When Matt, a native of Australia, wanted a dog, his parents got him a different kind of pet that was loyal, playful, and fluffy: an Alpaca! They named him Chewy because, as captioned on social media, #hechewseverything. These lanky lovebugs are prominent in Australia because of their soft fleece, docile demeanor, and low-maintenance lifestyle. According to The Alpaca Place, they are versatile animals … Read more
The dog and the cat in the video below have a very special friendship. Ami is an 18-month-old Shepherd mix, and his best buddy is a 9-month-old brown Tabby cat named Mikaela. They were both surrendered to a rescue group when their previous owners moved to another country and they didn’t want to subject their pets to a lengthy quarantine process. The rescue group had to separate the two because of their size difference. They then placed the two at … Read more
When teacup pigs became famous, almost everybody wanted one as a pet. They are cute, pink, and the thought of them looking like a baby piglet for the rest of their lives is simply irresistible. However, some who were thought to be teacup pigs grow into a huge pig. And sadly, some of them couldn’t be kept as a housepet anymore. And some who just went with the fad didn’t like keeping the pigs anymore. Luckily for one pig named … Read more
Most dogs have a natural demeanor that is influenced by people, experiences, and their environment – something important to remember as you develop or refine behavior characteristics. This quiz can help you go back to the basics of the natural associations of dog breeds, which can be embraced by dog owners. We love helping shelter dogs and encourage people too whenever possible. While a particular breed may suit your lifestyle best, and every dog needs the right home, you can … Read more
Dogs are the masters when it comes to having fun. Even with the simplest object, they can find a way to make it fun to play with. Just like the dog in the video below! This doggy saw some branches hanging from a tree. He then thought of a way to get a hold of the branch and swing his whole body in the air while holding the branch. Watch the video below and see what he does! LOL! This … Read more
An American family living in Turkey has been volunteering at a local shelter that houses nearly 4,000 dogs. Mary and her three daughters: Abby, Anna, and Alaina, are all huge animal lovers. And there at the shelter they were volunteering in, they came upon a puppy that they now named Faith. When the family first saw Faith, sadly, she was dying. She was very frail and had distemper, clinging onto life. Mary and her family wanted Faith to die in … Read more
We’ve seen dogs and birds who get along so well together. There was even that bird who sang and serenaded his doggy friend while he was eating. And now here’s another special dog and bird friendship for you. This amazing friendship is so strong that it has lasted 6 years and it’s still getting stronger! A photo posted by Jackson & Bird Noir (@wolfspitzen) on Mar 30, 2016 at 6:53am PDT Meet the two besties– Jackson, an 8-year-old Shetland sheepdog … Read more
Can you imagine what it must be like for a dog who has lived all his life inside a tiny cage? And even worse, imagine what kind of life a dog living inside a tiny cage in a horrible and filthy dog meat farm is like. But thanks to wonderful rescuers and to the donations given by generous people all over the world, dogs are getting rescued from these horrible places. And for the first time in their lives, they … Read more
What kind of a man steals from dogs?! A few weeks ago we featured a video of man stealing two dogs’ care package from BarkBox right from family’s doorstep. And now, we have a man caught on camera stealing a dog’s food and water bowls! On the video below, you will see what seems to be a stray or homeless dog sleeping on the sidewalk. A man is standing near the dog and starts looking around. Then after a few … Read more
As your dog gets older, her body changes in ways that can lead to health problems if you do not make changes in your dog’s diet, exercise, and supplement routines. Knowing what to expect as your dog gets older and what you can do to help them, may increase their quality of live and even their longevity. 1. Metabolism. As your dog ages and becomes less active, their metabolism slows down. This means your dog is not burning as many … Read more
Our favorite doctors at Vet Ranch have done it again! Myles, an adorable stray puppy, had a paralyzed front leg that just dragged on the ground wherever he went. (When you see how much this little guy moves, you’ll realize how much it held him back!) In a regular shelter, a handicapped pup like Myles would normally be one of the first to be euthanized. It’s a sad reality, but the fact is, many of these facilities simply don’t have the funds for surgical procedures to treat … Read more
We believe that every dog matters, and every dog deserves a chance to be loved. That is why we admire people who rescue dogs who have been neglected and abandoned. These people share our belief and they do everything they can to help the dogs get the chance to have a loving home. Howl Of A Dog is a rescue organization in Romania, Europe whose commitment is to rescue abandoned, neglected and abused dogs. One of their most recent rescue … Read more
We’ve seen a couple of videos of dogs who run onto the field and interrupt either a baseball or a soccer game. While some would probably get mad at the dog for interrupting the game, what happened in the video below is the total opposite. A stray dog ran to a field during a championship match between two Brazilian teams. But what we love most about this video is what the announcer said when the dog interrupted the game. We … Read more
Do you know what breeds make up your beloved mutt? Well, worry no more! This veterinarian in Arkansas has created an app to help you determine the breeds that make up your dog! Dr. Lauren Schluterman, an Arkansas vet, is the creator of the app named “What’s My Mutt?“ She got the idea from her clients who ask her what breeds their mutts are from. Posted by What’s My Mutt? on Wednesday, February 3, 2016 Dr. Schluterman also has an adopted … Read more
Chris de Aboitiz is a former surf champion. Now he’s a dog trainer who uses his incredible surfing skills to train dogs! Chris travels around Australia with his four rescue dogs Max, Murph, Rama and Millie. They have been catching waves together for almost 10 years. And now he and his beloved pooches promote a healthy relationship between dogs who have behavioral issues and their humans through surfing. A photo posted by Chris de Aboitiz (@naturalbalancedog) on Mar 16, 2015 … Read more
When dogs are so much part of our lives–or a couples’ lives–it only seems natural to involve them in such landmark events as getting engaged. Also, they allow the “proposer” to have fun getting a little creative as he sets up the scene. Reddit user namraka posted this hilarious video on Imgur of a memorable moment gone slightly wrong. The guy has his girlfriend hold the dog and sets down the camera, angling it toward them as if he’s planning on setting the timer … Read more
Today we have a wonderful sweet & savory recipe for your pups! I think making special treats for our dogs is so much better than buying something at the store not knowing what could be in it. This is a sure way to make sure your wiggle butt gets a healthy, nutritious and safe treat to enjoy! This one is ideal for the hot days where we all could use something frosty to cool us down. Ingredients: One Ripe Chopped Banana … Read more
One of the hardest moments in a dog lover’s everyday life is having to leave for work and leaving their dogs at home. It’s just so hard leaving our beloved dogs at home. Their faces somehow tell us that they don’t want us to leave. The dog in the video below doesn’t want her owner to leave, and she makes sure that he knows it. This cutie blocks the door so her human can’t go out, and she’s not planning … Read more
Have you ever built something for your dog? Well this man is filming the fence he built and fixed. He built this fence to prevent his dog Stella, from escaping his yard. He is so proud of the work he has done so he takes a video of his accomplishment. But seconds later his dog shows up. Watch the video below and see what happens! LOL! His last word says it all! He sure needs a higher fence for Stella!
Warning: grab the tissues. When musician John Pointer wrote and shared an essay about the day his beloved Boxer Benny passed away–from Benny’s point of view–he did it to process his own grief. But little did he know that the story would be circulated world-wide, being translated into multiple languages. When asked what sparked the idea for the essay, John told iHeartDogs: It just didn’t make sense. [Benny] was the Energizer Benny. Nothing stopped him. I couldn’t comprehend it. And I was devastated. I … Read more
Most people who go to shelters to adopt dogs would look for a younger dog, preferably a puppy. Puppies are adorable and very playful and people tend to choose them over the older ones. The older dogs then get overlooked, leaving them to spend the rest of their days in the shelter. Senior dogs need homes too. Not only are they loyal companions, they are very sweet and they too can be as adorable as puppies. Aside from the reason … Read more
There are just those commercials that brings tears to our eyes, and this one is definitely one of them. Dogs Trust is the largest dog welfare charity in the UK. They are on a mission to find homes for dog. Their mission is to bring about the day when all dogs can enjoy a happy life, free from the threat of unnecessary destruction. Their new commercial features a dog with his favorite doll. But this is not just about the … Read more
Ever wondered if you were a dog, which AKC (American Kennel Club) breed group you would fit in with? Each group is different, with unique personality traits. Our fun personality quiz will help you determine which group you fit in with best. Do you and your dog belong to the same group? Tell us in the comments!
We know how playful dogs can be. They do the most unexpected things sometimes, so you gotta watch out or they’re gonna do something that will totally shock or surprise you! The dog in the video below caught his owner by surprise when they were playing outside. While the girl was holding a water balloon that she was about to throw, her dog suddenly jumped up and popped the water balloon in her hand! Everything was caught on camera and … Read more
Snow can be so much fun–especially if you’re a dog! You can run around in it, catch snowballs, make snow angels, or simply just go sledding without the use of sleds at all! Yup, just like what this dog does in the video below! This pup just loves sliding down on the snowy hillside. And he doesn’t need a sled or any kind of equipment–he just uses his body! When he gets to the bottom, he climbs back up and slides back … Read more
Every pet person on Earth has wished they could know what their pet was thinking at some point. Why are they looking at me that way? What is my dog trying to say when he’s been whining for the past hour but won’t go to the bathroom? Why does my cat pace in front of the couch? Most of us have come to terms with the fact that we will never know the answers to these questions. Then there are those who … Read more
Does your dog love to play in the snow? We’ve seen dogs who go absolutely nuts when their humans take them out to play in the snow. We’ve seen them dive into it, we’ve seen them running around in excitement, and we’ve seen them sledding on it. But have you seen a dog trying to make snow angels? If not, then you’re about to! The dog in the video below loves snow, so when he sees some snow on the … Read more
Dogs love treats. And boy do we love to spoil them. Some dogs would do anything for treats. Some are trained to perform tricks and they’d get a treat as reward. Bond is a rescue dog who just loves to eat! What he does before meal time is very entertaining. This cutie will dance for food! Check out the video below: Awwww…who could ever resist that face and those moves! Share this video to your fellow dog lovers!
Dogs are man’s best friend. But have you ever wondered how long man and dog have had that friendship? Robert Losey, an anthropologist from the University of Alberta in Canada, is studying the ancient bond between people and their canine companions. At an archaeological site, they found remains of a dog dating back 5,000 to 8,000 years. What was amazing about this find is that they found evidence that dogs were treated just like we treat them today–as friends, or … Read more
We’ve seen dogs rescued off the street whose fur are severely matted. And we just love how they transform after they get rescued, cleaned, and groomed. It’s like they transform to a totally different and beautiful dog! Once the dogs are cleaned and groomed, they become happier somehow. They look better and for sure, they feel better. A man named Mark Imhof knows that the transformation also helps the dogs. So to do his part in helping dogs, Mark gives … Read more
If you were in the middle of your vacation with your loved one and you see a dog in desperate need of help, would you be bothered to stop all the fun you’re having to take time to help and save the dog? Well that’s exactly what newlyweds Nicole Marchment and Darren Budini did during their honeymoon! This amazing couple cancelled their honeymoon itinerary to rescue an injured dog they found while they were Thailand. The couple was honeymooning on … Read more
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