You searched for bed - Page 217 of 248 - iHeartDogs.com

Shelter Dog Meal Donation Count:

Learn More

Search blog instead

 or 

Search store instead

View More Categories

    Search Results for: bed

    Young Boy Thinks He’s Dreaming When He Gets Smothered By 14 Puppies!

    You remember what it was like being a kid, and more than anything else in the world you wanted a puppy to call your own. As adults it’s a lot easier to make those dreams come true, and young or old, puppies are still totally irresistible! From those fuzzy coats to puppy kisses, we simply cannot resist their many charms. Ah, if only we could lay down and get covered in puppies from head to toe. Well, this kid certainly … Read more

    10 Excellent Ways To Bond With Your Dog

    Every relationship needs work, even the one with your best friend. Your dog will appreciate any extra time you spend with him and it will make your bond even stronger. Not sure what to do? How about one of these fun activities, which are sure to bring you closer together. #1 – Therapy Work Helping others is an amazing way to strengthen your bond with your dog. You will feel good too, knowing you are bringing a bit of joy … Read more

    Dogs’ Reactions When They Realize They’ve Just Been Adopted

    It must be a very happy and joyous moment for a dog in a shelter to finally get adopted. Imagine after the days, the weeks, the months and years of waiting, someone has finally come along to give them the loving home they have always wanted. The video below is a compilation of heartwarming moments when dogs at the shelter found out they’re finally adopted! The Dodo compiled video clips of dogs who just got adopted. After waiting for so … Read more

    Dog Leads Man To Burning House To Save His Dog Friend

    In Menasha Wisconsin, a dog who helped save his buddy from their burning home is now being called a hero. The owners of the house weren’t home during the fire; only the two dogs were left at home. The hero dog jumped out of the window from their burning home in East Shady Lane and alerted an employee from the nearby water department. The employee noticed that the dog with no leash was seeking attention. He then looked at the … Read more

    Critically Ill Homeless Dog Gives Up On Life, But Then The Incredible Happens

    Can you imagine what life is like if you’re a homeless dog? Every day you need to search for food, you have to find a place to sleep, and you have no one to take care of you. Not all dogs get to live a life of privilege with a family that adores them. We feel bad when we accidentally forget our dog’s treats from the store, but for dogs that live on the street simply having a roof over … Read more

    DISCUSSION: Dog Contraceptive Vaccine Created By Chilean Scientists – Is This Progress Or Another Potential Danger?

    With the upswing of the canine population all over the world, scientists in Chile have come up with a birth control vaccine to be used for male and female dogs. The formula came from an existing process used to sterilize pigs in Australia. Chilean scientists further developed and improved the formula to be used for domestic animals, mainly dogs. The vaccine effect is similar to a surgical castration but it has no side effects and is reversible. This saves a lot … Read more

    Detroit Woman Dies After Decades Of Rescuing Animals And Has No Money For OWN Funeral

    Do you remember the woman, Pam Porteous, who had been badly burned in a car accident when she was a teenager? She then went on to try and save a pit bull puppy that had been doused in lighter fluid and lit on fire at a party. He didn’t make it. “It was really difficulty because I knew what he was feeling,” explains Porteous “We tried to save him but we couldn’t. That was probably the most difficult [thing I … Read more

    You Know Your Day Is Going To Be Awesome When You Get Woke Up Like This!

    I’m pretty sure a lot (if not all) dog owners would agree that dogs are the best alarm clocks. When typical alarm clocks go off, it’s pretty easy for us to hit that snooze button so we can go right back to sleep. But with dogs, that’s just not possible. Dogs have no snooze buttons, especially the ones who need to do their business outside. And the way dogs wake us up is so much more effective than typical alarm … Read more

    Silly Pup Refuses To Ride In The Car Unless His Human Holds His Paw For Comfort

    While some dogs are naturally brave, others are a bit shy and might need a little coaxing from their human to feel comfortable. Some dogs may love water, others can’t stand it. Most dogs like people, but some are a bit apprehensive of unfamiliar faces. Then there’s car rides, which naturally most dogs love. The sweet dog in this video seems to be enjoying his car ride with his dog dad, but only under one condition: he needs his paw … Read more

    Drunk Man Crashes Into A House And Tells Police His Dog Was Driving

    Of all the get-of-jail free card excuse this had to be the most absurd!!! We all have heard a lot of stories on how to get out of a ticket but this one takes the cake! Pinning the blame on his dog for driving into a ditch twice and ultimately into a house and fleeing the scene of the accident had the cops suspicious when he was discovered in a nearby church bathroom smelling of alcohol. The man got his … Read more

    Pets: The Silent Victims Of Domestic Violence Are Getting Voices

    It has been proven over and over that people who abuse humans often abused animals first. For example, Ted Bundy, Albert DeSalvo (the “Boston Strangler” and David Berkowitz (the “Son of Sam”) all admitted to torturing, abusing, and killing animals when they were younger. But it’s not just mass murderers to abuse animals – studies show that domestic violence often involves pets as well. In fact, one study mentioned by the Humane Society of the United States (HSUS) had reported … Read more

    How To Teach Your Dog To Clean Up His Own Toys

    Do you spend several minutes every day picking up your dog’s toys and putting them away? Most dogs are like kids – they get every toy they have and spread it around the house until it looks like a pet store tornado came through your house. Why not teach your dog to clean up his own mess? It doesn’t just help you, it’s GREAT for your dog. Why? Expends energy Makes him think (which also tires him out) Give him … Read more

    These Puppies Are Trying Hard To Listen And It’s Soooo Freaking Cute.

    Why exactly do dog’s tilt their head when we talk to them? While there are various speculations out there, including because it’s reinforced by our response (most people coo over their dog when they do it); because it helps them hear better; and because it helps dog’s see better past their noses. Now imagine if it’s a puppy doing that head tilt. What if it’s five, fluffy Alaskan Malamute puppies.  And they are doing it to music?! Yup, we agree, … Read more

    Community Members Rush To Foster & Adopt Dogs From Shelter Before It Floods

    Rising flood water forced panicked pups to be evacuated from their cages at the local shelter. With no place to go, dozens of people from the South Carolina community rushed over for an emergency adoption. A broken water pipe added to the urgency of the situation so it is really wonderful that there are so many dog lovers in the community who were concerned and cared enough to help those poor pups out! Some volunteered to help put sandbags around … Read more

    This Service Dog Survived The Oregon School Shooting And Is Now Comforting The Grieving Family Of His Owner

    Meet Bullet, Sarena Moore’s service dog. He was by her side when she took her last breath and died during the shooting rampage at Umpqua Community College. A day after the massacre, police officers brought Bullet home to Sarena’s fiance, Travis Dow. The couple got Bullet about 7 months ago. It was Sarena Moore who trained Bullet to be her service dog. Sarena Moore believed in using animals to heal people. Her dream was to open a ranch that offered … Read more

    Caught On Video: Stranger Charges Into Burning Home to Save Dog Right Before The Roof Collapses

    In Springfield Tennessee, a good samaritan was caught on video bravely charging into a burning house to save a dog. A fire broke out in the house of April and Brandon Gourley. The couple was away celebrating their anniversary, and their children weren’t home either. The only ones left in the house at that moment was the family’s dog, Sampson, and their three cats. The neighbors quickly called 911. But suddenly a stranger appeared out of nowhere, got out of … Read more

    How To Keep Your Dog In Shape During Cold Weather

    With fall gearing up and winter right on its heels, it’s time for the dreaded “how do I keep my dog from getting fat if the weather gets bad and we can’t go out?” ponderings. For some, they also have to worry about pent-up energy that may be released in other ways, say chewing the couch for example or becoming one of those obsessive dogs that chases his tail constantly. Never fear! There are some amazing ways you can help … Read more

    Abandoned On A Highway, This Puppy’s Life Changed Forever When He Takes A Leap Of Faith

    For anyone that loves dogs, we can’t stand to see them suffer. Not all dogs are fortunate to have a place to call home, and worse, some are cast aside when others no longer want to care for them. When this woman was driving down the highway in Greece, far from any nearby city, she spotted a puppy all alone and afraid. Juts the sight of him broke her heart. via YouTube Rather than drive by like so many others … Read more

    Two-Legged Dog Rescued From High Kill Shelter Needs Someone To Love (Could It Be You?)

    Everyone, meet Roo Roo–a two-legged dog who was rescued from a high-kill shelter and was given a second chance in life. Roo Roo was surrendered at a high-kill shelter in Kentucky. But thankfully, SecondHand Hounds rescued her. Now people call him Roo Roo the wonderdog. Why? That’s because despite being put in a high-kill shelter, despite having only two legs, Roo Roo is one happy pup. She has adapted to having only two legs, and she’s able to run around … Read more

    Ten Dog Breeds You Had No Idea Existed

    Did you know that there were dogs that were bred to hunt for rodents in mines? Or that the Spanish Mastiff was brought to Spain by the Ancient Greeks as a war dog? What about the dog that were bred to hunt bears? Yikes! What if the dog loses to the bear? In any case, have you heard of ANY of these breed of dogs featured here? Like for most of you, it’s a first for me too. In fact, … Read more

    New Technology Claims To Tell Us How Our Dogs Feel By Reading Their Tail Wagging

    Remember the study about wagging tails in dogs doesn’t necessarily mean they’re happy? Wouldn’t it be great if we could tell what each wag of our dog’s tail mean? Well, a start up company has made claims that they actually have the technology to do so. Dogstar Life’s TailTalk device is a small, water-and chew-resistant band that attaches to a dog’s tail and connects to the DogStar app. It’s sort of like a Fitbit for dogs. The device is adjustable … Read more

    They Saw A Cage Tossed On The Side Of The Road. When They Opened It, Their Heart’s Broke.

    Two best friends rescued six puppies who were left for dead on the side of the road just in the nick of time. Kerri Rains and Barbara Juarez were driving home to Alburquerque when they saw six pups dumped along the side of the road. The puppies were just inches away from being squashed by passing vehicles. They couldn’t bear the thought of leaving the pups to die, so these two good samaritans pulled over, and rescued the poor pups. … Read more

    Dad Give His Son’s Toy A Push, Now Watch What Their Dog Does!

    Dogs are fun-loving creatures, and they definitely know how to have fun. Even if they are not part of the game, they just wanna get in there and join! So even if the game is not exactly for dogs, they still find a way to participate. Just like that dog who ran into a field and stole the gloves of a girl playing softball! The dog in the video below also knows how to join in and have fun with … Read more

    10 Things About Dogs Every Child NEEDS to Know

    While the dog often gets the blame, there are two sides to every story when it comes to bite cases. Many children are not taught how to properly interact with a dog. Instead, the dog is expected to just “take” whatever treatment the child is giving, including tail pulls, hard pats and strangling hugs. Leah Hatley and Justine Schuurmans, owners of The Family Dog, are trying to change all that. Their company offers an online program geared toward families with children and … Read more

    This Pup Who Seems Scared Of The Steps Takes a Braver Route Down To Dad

    One of the most challenging trials that puppies have to face is conquering the stairs. The stairs can be really scary, especially if you are a small pup. The stairs may seem nothing to the big humans and those big dogs, but for a small pup, the stairs can be very intimidating. So puppies need some guidance and a little help to face their fears and conquer the scary stairs. Source: YouTube But the puppy in the video below is not … Read more

    What If Dogs Could Live Forever?

    Can you imagine how wonderful life would be if our dogs could live forever? Sometimes it seems like a cruel joke that our dogs live such short lives, and most of us will care for 5-10 dogs in our lifetime. Each one takes a huge piece of our hearts with them when they go. But thanks to scientific research, our dogs can now live longer than ever (and no, I’m not talking about cloning your dog). We now understand how … Read more

    Dog Lies Down To Die & At That Moment, A Miracle Happens

    Imagine driving past this on the side of the road. Would you stop? As heartbreaking as it sounds, most kept driving. Animal Aid Unlimited, India Luckily, the Indian rescue group Animal Aid Unlimited drove past this pup. Initially they didn’t know what it was as it didn’t look anything like an animal they had ever seen. The dog was emaciated with severe mange and had collapsed on the side of the road. The dog was hairless and extremely skinny. Animal … Read more

    This Dog’s Owner Tried To Kill Her. Now, A Kindhearted Cop Is Keeping Her Safe

    In Copley, Ohio, a kindhearted police officer has adopted a small dog after the owner attempted to break her neck, then threw her in a dumpster. The owner of the poor pup, a woman named Diamond Owens, told the police that the dog bit her boyfriend a couple of times, and that it was time for her to go. She wanted the dog euthanized, but she had no money to pay for it, so she tried to kill the dog, herself. She tried to break the … Read more

    Orphaned Raccoon Grew Up In A Family With Dogs, Now Thinks She’s One Of Them!

    We’ve shared countless stories with you about unlikely animal relationships, but this one is accompanied by some of the most precious photos that you may have ever seen. Raccoons may look almost like tiny forest pandas, and even watching the way the walk is adorable. They simply love to eat–which you may have noticed if you live near a woodsy area and you’ve accidentally left some food out at night… like I do nightly with cat food. But our interactions … Read more

    Canine Chauffeur Expertly Drives Her Little Buddy Around In A Car

    Daisy the Maltese mix, loves driving her best bud and human brother Oliver in their car. It’s remote controlled and both these cute little ones can’t reach the pedal so mommy is the navigator. What’s so cute about it is that Daisy is the one steering! When Daisy steers it to the left, mom will correct it a little and steer to the right but watch Daisy steer it to the left again – just so darn cute!! As for … Read more

    This Rescued Fighting Dog’s Reaction To Being Touched Gently For The First Time Is Incredibly Powerful

    Rescued from a dog fighting ring and placed into care at the San Bernardino animal shelter, Cruz suffered physical abuse and cruelty from human hands aside from his injuries owing to fighting violently with other dogs. Beyond the norm of neglect, this poor dog was in pretty bad shape, both physically and psychologically. As with other victims of abuse, even if Cruz fully recovers physically, we can’t be certain if he will ever recover psychologically from the cruelty inflicted on … Read more

    Dog Rescued From Dog Meat Farm Walks On Grass Outside A Wire Cage For First Time

    Pocket (formerly known as Sox) is one of the 100 dogs who were rescued from a dog meat farm in Korea. Ever since he was a puppy, all that Pocket knew was the filthy metal cage that contained him and the other dogs around. Pocket didn’t know what a home was, he didn’t know what love was, he didn’t know what it was like to be cared for. Fortunately, some very kind people from Humane Society International rescued Pocket and … Read more

    Sorghum – Should It Be In Your Dog’s Food?

    I don’t know about you, but when I hear the word “sorghum” I think about old-fashioned recipes and The South, sorghum on pancakes and lazy Sunday afternoons. Which is why I was so surprised to see a whole booth just for “sorghum” at a recent pet industry trade show. Why would I want my dog (or cat) to eat a food with a sugary syrup in it? My curiosity was peaked. Sorghum – the grain It turns out, that sorghum … Read more

    Surf Dog Ricochet Catches Waves With Two Terminally Ill Sisters

     On August 12, 2015, Last Wednesday, Ricochet surfed with 17 year old Savannah and 19 year old Bellamy Arterburn from Denver, Colorado. They both have the same terminal illness, Friedreich’s ataxia, a debilitating and degenerative neuro-muscular disorder with no treatment or cure. They traveled to San Diego to catch some waves with their favorite canine, as well as experience her paws-on healing.   http://www.surfdogricochet.com http://www.curefa.org/whatis When they heard Ricochet is a SURFice dog® who surfs with people with disabilities, kids with special … Read more

    Boy With Painful Disease Meets Abused, Abandoned Dog And Their Lives Change Forever

     Coldwell Banker Real Estate LLC, the original Silicon Valley real estate startup founded in 1906, has been awarded the first-ever Companion Animal Champion Award by Adopt-a-Pet.com for helping find homes for more than 20,000 dogs in 2015. In February 2015, Coldwell Banker Real Estate joined forces with Adopt-a-Pet.com, the largest nonprofit pet adoption website in North America, to launch the “Homes for Dogs Project”, an initiative aimed at sharing resources to find homes for adoptable dogs. “We have been so honored to make … Read more

    Photographer Captures Still Photos Of Dogs “Shaking It Off” And It’s Pure Gold

    Carli Davidson is a professional photographer located in Portland, Oregon. She loves to photograph animals in general (even humans!) but appreciates true nature of pets. “I really appreciate that pets will always be honest in front of the camera, and they never put their own photos down,” she told iHeartDogs.com. Since pets keep her positive, she tries to work with them whenever she can. Over the last twenty years, she has worked with them as a caregiver, trainer, and classroom … Read more

    This Guy Emptied His Bank Account To Rescue And Adopt A Dog 1500 Miles Away

    When you first saw your dog, when you first laid eyes on him or when you first looked at his picture, was it love at first sight? Love at first sight–that’s exactly what this man named Joel Carpenter felt when he first saw Sadie’s photo. Sadie is a Collie-Husky mix pup who Joel found at PetFinder.com. And when Joel first saw Sadie’s photo, he immediately fell in love with her. But there’s just one problem: Sadie is in Minnesota and … Read more

    Study Says Dogs Help You Connect With Neighbors – Do You Agree?

    Dogs are often seen as a source of tension between neighbors – excessive barking, loose dogs wandering into yards and getting into garbage, and of course, dog’s using neighbor’s yards as bathrooms or walkers not picking up after their dogs on the sidewalks. And, of course, there is also the breed issue. None of this sounds like a recipe for a good relationship. Yet, a study conducted by the University of Western Australia with a grant from the WALTHAM Centre … Read more

    Ask A Vet: Can Human Medications Be Good For Dogs?

    We are all used to running to the drug store to buy over the counter medications for ourselves before we call our doctor. Is the same tendency wise for your dog? Don’t forget that most dogs are not human size and animals have a very different way of metabolizing things. Medications that are tested safe for humans may not have been tested at all for other species. There are quirks about them that your vet will know. If you are … Read more

    Saved From Neglect, Sweet Dog Just Wants To Be Loved

    Heidi Hardman, VP of A Forever Home Animal Rescue, a no-kill organization with 15 years experience rescuing, fostering and adopting out animals, went to the shelter last week to save a few lives. In her words: “I came upon Dex. I almost didn’t see him. There he was, this tiny black ball, all curled up on a filthy, wet concrete floor right against the gate door. I could smell Dex from three kennels away. He reeked of yeast infection, urine … Read more

    Tricks for Treats: 6 Awesome Tricks to Teach Your Dog Right Now

    A well-trained pup is a joy to be around. But teaching your dog new tricks takes a lot of motivation and work- on your part and hers. How do you convince a dog to do what you want her to do? One way is by using treats she finds irresistible. Most of the time, dogs will stick with what they know to do until something comes along to motivate them to change. That makes dogs a lot like people in … Read more

    After 11 Years In A Shelter – Olive has a HOME!

    This is just an incredible story. It’s incredible because many would have given up on Olive, after a few years. But not the amazing rescuers at Yonkers Animal Shelter. They told iHeartDogs.com: “We believe keeping our adoptable dogs alive no matter how long it take to get them home.” The shelter frequently has dogs that stay two or more years. Four years ago, however, they had 30 dogs that had been there 2+ years. Eager to find them homes, the … Read more

    Singer Makes Stray Dog Who Wandered Onto The Set Of His Music Video His Star

    Houston musical artist Arthur Yoria set out with WA2S Films to film a video to go along with the original song RUFF LIFE. RUFF LIFE is the closing credits song for Operation Houston, a documentary that is based on the homeless dog epidemic in Houston. When they found their location to shoot the video, they also found 3 stray dogs but only one was interested in them; the other two had run away. This pretty stray was small with a … Read more

    Woman Who Duct Taped Her Dog’s Mouth & Posted Photo On Facebook Charged With Animal Cruelty

    Last week, we posted a news article about a woman who is facing charges of animal cruelty because of her Facebook post asking for someone to shoot her dog. And yesterday, we posted news of another woman who is charged with animal cruelty after posting on Facebook that she’s been shooting her dog with a BB gun and a taser. And now, yet another woman is facing charges of animal cruelty! In Salisbury North Carolina, a 25-year-old woman named Kimberly … Read more

    Reasons Why You Absolutely Need To Adopt A Senior Dog

    Adopt, don’t shop! We’ve always encouraged dog lovers everywhere to adopt the dogs in the shelter instead of buying at the breeders. That way, we give those poor homeless dogs a chance of having a loving, forever home. However, some senior dogs get overlooked. Some people would rather adopt puppies, so the elderly dogs have lesser chance of getting adopted. But you should know that senior dogs are just as amazing as those energetic pups! And they’re just as cute … Read more

    Boy Celebrates 9th Birthday By Passing On Presents And Buying A Bulletproof Vest For Police K9

    While most kids usually spend their birthday money by buying the latest toys, lots of candies, or some high-tech gadgets, a 9-year-old boy from Minnesota is donating his birthday money to help buy a bulletproof vest for a police dog. Instead of getting presents for his birthday, Ethan Flint was the one giving a present. He told his family that this year, he wants cash for his birthday. And with that, he gave a handmade check to the local police … Read more

    As This Dog Performs A Concentration Trick, He Gets “Tricked” By His Buddy

    Have you ever tried to do tricks with one of your dogs, while the other one is watching? For me, I find it a little difficult because they always try to steal treats from each other. So when I try to let one of my dogs balance a treat on his nose, the other one will want to barge in to steal the treat, and end up ruining the other dog’s concentration. That’s sort of what happened to the two … Read more

    Don’t You Wish You Knew What Your Dog Was Thinking?

    If only our pets could talk. Sometimes I wonder what my dog would say and other times I’m glad she can’t talk because I’m sure I’d hear an earful about what our cats and potbellied piggy did all day. Some things are just better left unknown. But when my dogs have a problem or seem sick, I would give anything if they could talk and just tell me what’s wrong so I could fix it. I have to play detective … Read more

    This Is What Our Dogs Teach Us Everyday

    We all know that dogs are very intelligent creatures. That’s why they are so easy to train. Although we may have taught our dogs to perform some cool tricks, but we believe that dogs have taught us more things than we have taught them. Dogs are not just great learners, but they are also great teachers. There are many things that our dogs have taught us. They may not be able to speak or utter words, but their actions speak … Read more

    Homeless Woman Walks 3 Miles To Save A Dog Who Was Left Tied To A Pole With A Note

    PAWsitive Channel is a YouTube channel that is dedicated to supporting local shelters and rescues by bringing you original, inspirational, heartfelt animal stories filmed in and around Southern California. They teamed up with Forte Animal Rescue of Marina del Rey, California to bring to light this incredible story of selflessness. Lisa Snyder had fallen on hard times when she discovered Joey, a sweet Pointer mix that was tied to a tree and abandoned in Point Fermin Park in San Pedro, CA. Lisa was … Read more

    Top 5 Things Every Dog Owner Should Have

    Dog ownership is fun, but not always easy. Make sure that you have these simple things taken care of so that your dog is happy and healthy…and so are you. #1 – Leashes All dog owners should have several leashes of different lengths. Forget retractable leashes. They are confusing for dogs. Dogs cannot fathom why the leash is long one minute and short the next. They have no chance of adjusting their behavior when the rules constantly change. Have a long … Read more