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    These Bold Photos Take The E-Collar From “Shame” To Chic!

    Once upon a time, long, long ago, high-class, stylish humans wore large ruffs around their necks proudly. It was a sign of their social status and stylishness to sport their absurdly huge neckwear. Today, if anyone is wearing a collar that large it’s usually our dogs – and it’s not because they want to be fancy. The Elizabethan collar, or “E-collar,” isn’t considered the height of dog-fashion. In fact, it’s on the opposite end of the spectrum, along with doggy … Read more

    Canine Klepto Steals Hearts And Personal Belongings

    Kevin is a 4-year-old Lab Mix with a passion for cats, cat food, and pretty much all humans. On the surface he seems like the perfect pooch, but Kevin has a dark side. He lies in wait for his caretakers to let their guard down, creeping ever closer to his target. When the moment is right, Kevin makes his move. Among his victims: purses, spare change, clothing, and one tasty wrap sandwich. That’s right, Kevin is a kleptomaniac. He currently … Read more

    Rescuer Comforts Dying Stray Through The Night So He Won’t Pass Away Alone

    At iHeartDogs we love to bring you heartwarming and uplifting stories. However, we also think it is important to tell the sad tales sometimes, too. Devoted animal rescuers like Janine Guido do not have the option to turn away. They cannot simply scroll past the hopeless cases. In honor of Guido and the countless other rescuers doing their best to save, comfort, and rehome as many dogs as they can, we bring you the story of Watson. Janine Guido is … Read more

    Adopt a Super Cute Sidekick at Wallis Annenberg PetSpace!

    Wallis Annenberg PetSpace is the incredibly cozy, hi-tech pet facility in Los Angeles that is changing the way that people think about shelters. They’re so excited about National Puppy Day (March 23) that they’ve decided to celebrate it all month! This week they’ll be unveiling their brand new Paws Lounge – a room that will be used for meet-and-greets with PetSpace residents as well as fun events, and activities. But for the moment, it’s home to five super-special, super-cute pups … Read more

    11 Hacks for Fresh Breath for Your Fur Baby

    Oh, infamous dog breath. We’ve all smelt it, and our dogs have all dealt it. When we humans are struck with a terrible taste in the mouth, we get busy with the toothbrush before we let anyone near us. Our fur babies will happily smother us with stinky kisses, but we instinctively turn a cheek. The struggle against dog breath is real but modern dog living means we have the knowledge and the products to make those kisses smell sweeter. … Read more

    Why Your Pup Should Avoid Potentially Deadly Chicken Bones

    As hard as you try, at some point your dog will get his paws on human food. If he swiped some sweet potatoes or a piece of cheese, there’s not too much to worry about. But, as you know, some foods like chocolate and grapes are dangerous to your pup. So what do you do if your dog ate a chicken bone? You might think there’s no harm because dogs can eat shredded chicken and other meats without much concern. Think again.  … Read more

    7 Ways Your Pup Is Secretly Telling You He’s Stressed

    When something is wrong, our beloved canine companions don’t have the luxury of being able to tell us what’s bothering them. Not using words at least. There are several ways our pups secretly tell us they’re stressed. They communicate with us nonverbally through their body language and actions. Think about the last time you took your pup to…​dare I say it…the​ V-E-T. Here are 7 ways to tell if your pup is stressed. ​ 1. They Shiver I’m a proud … Read more

    This Is What You Must Know About The Rainbow Bridge

    For many of us with dogs, we’ve already known the unbearable sense of loss when faced with the passing of a pup. For others who are sharing their love with their first dog, the sorrow is too painful to even contemplate. Perhaps it was the weight of grief that drove an anonymous poet to pen The Rainbow Bridge, a prose poem written in the 1980’s to help all of us manage the unmanageable. To see in words, what we know … Read more

    These 10 Canine Commandments Will Melt Your Heart

    There’s a lot of responsibility that comes with dog ownership. The moment you invite a pet into your home, you’re making a thousand promises, and that dog put all his hope in you. Not just til puppyhood is over – but for his whole life. Your dog may not be able to tell you everything he needs from you, but whatever good human wrote the following made a pretty good guess at what a dog might say to a new … Read more

    Runner Rescues Puppy During Marathon Then Carries Her 19 Miles To The Finish Line

    Marathon runners train for months or even years to prepare their bodies and minds for the arduous 26.2 mile trek. Khemjira Klongsanun of Bangkok, Thailand is no exception. But when she came across a tiny puppy along the roadside about 7 miles into a local race, she dropped everything to rescue her. Klongsanun went on to finish the marathon, running 19 miles with the pup cradled in her arms! The pooch contentedly bobbed along with her rescuer, happy to join the … Read more

    Stray Becomes An Internet Star After Crashing Fashion Show

    Indian fashion designer Rohit Bal has held fashion shows in cities like London, Paris, and New York, but it was this weekend’s fashion show in Mumbai that really has people talking! Rohit Bal’s high-fashion Gul-Dastra collection was showcased this weekend at Mumbai’s 2019 Blender’s Pride Fashion Tour. His designs were modeled by fashion professionals, including Indian actors Sidharth Malhotra and Diana Penty. However, the real star of the show crashed the runway and walked among the models while wagging her … Read more

    Bucket List Pup Hopes To Hug 100 People Before Passing On

    Logan is described as “playful and spunky.” He’s a 9-month-old foster pup with big ears and beautiful, expressive eyes. Logan came to Rescued Hearts Northwest just before Christmas. They knew that Logan wouldn’t grow to see adulthood – he was born with Pulmonic Valve Dysplasia, a heart condition that will probably only allow him a few more months to live. The foster who took him in understood that she would be fostering him for the rest of his life. Ideally, … Read more

    Colorful Photo Series Showcases Canine Athletes In Motion

    Jessica Bell is a Canadian photographer and an experienced dog trainer. Although it is extremely challenging, her passion is capturing photos of dogs in action. Recently, she rounded up some of her friends and their multi-talented pups for a unique shoot. The dogs are all involved in canine sports including obedience, disc, and agility competitions. To showcase their incredible athleticism, she coated them in colorful powder and snapped images as they ran, leapt and played. The concept was inspired by equine photographer, Andrea … Read more

    Can’t Pay for Your Pet’s Care? These 12 Programs Can Help

    We all want the best for our pets, but life sometimes gets in the way. When there is a sudden illness or accident, it can leave us facing large vet bills we weren’t expecting. A job loss can make it hard to feed ourselves and our beloved pets, and having to move can leave you wondering how you’re going to take your pets with you. Luckily, there are resources out there to help you through hard times. So if you’re … Read more

    This Veteran Needed A Buddy To Help Him Get Through His Day

    Part of each sale through the iHeartDogs store is donated to Greater Good, which helps support various charities. Thanks to customers like you, happy endings, like the one below, are made possible. “Derek was a seaman in the Navy/Coast Guard and deployed in San Diego, CA. He approached Pets for Vets looking for a companion animal. Derek suffered from PTSD and occasionally had anxiety in public places. He believed a dog might help him relax and be a ‘buddy’ who could keep him company. … Read more

    A Beautiful Way To Give Back & Save Lives This Holiday Season

    There’s a reason the holidays are called “The Giving Season.” People feel compelled to reach a little deeper into their pockets at this time of year. Our favorite causes benefit from the giving spirit we feel near the end of the year. iHeartDogs supports a number of different causes. This year, we’d like to ask you to help us save lives this holiday just by continuing your holiday shopping. Adoptable pets fill shelters all over the country. Many of these pets … Read more

    Litter Of Pups Rescued After Hurricane Florence Is Thriving!

    Part of each sale through the iHeartDogs store is donated to Greater Good, which helps support various charities. Thanks to customers like you, happy endings, like the one below, are made possible.  “We rescued this litter of seven four-week-old puppies (Florence, Amanda, Potato, Bulldozer, Barry, Trex, and Sophie) in a makeshift shelter in South Carolina following Hurricane Florence in September 2018. The owner was threatening to shoot the puppies, so a neighbor took them to safety. “The puppies were too young to eat solid food, … Read more

    Getting A Puppy For Christmas: Problem Or Opportunity For Animal Shelters?

    A muffled bark, the slight shaking of a suspicious-looking package—families everywhere will wake up Christmas day to a special Christmas puppy. Children will squeal with glee, and even adults won’t be able to resist the magic of a cute bow-wearing puppy scampering around the Christmas tree. It’s the kind of holiday scene fit for movies and commercials, but no one ever shows what happens once the bow comes off and the holiday season ends. Giving pets as presents is an … Read more

    Shirtless Firefighters Pose With Pups For 2019 Australian Firefighters Calendar

    What could be hotter than shirtless firefighters with dogs? Shirtless firefighters raising money for charity with dogs! The 2019 Australian Firefighters Dog Calendar is ready to grace your wall with 11 beefy firemen and their adorable, fuzzy, canine companions! Not only will you get 12 months of super cute canines and foxy firemen, but you’ll also be helping multiple charities that support cancer research and animals!   2019 marks the calendar’s 26th year in print, and it hasn’t lost it’s … Read more

    Scrawny Shelter Pup Grows Up, Finds Forever Family

    Part of each sale through the iHeartDogs store is donated to Greater Good Charities, which helps support various charitable organizations. Thanks to customers like you, happy endings, like the one below, are made possible.  Benton was born to a shy, malnourished mother. Like his mom, he ended up being quite shy as well, so House of Hope Rescue worked with him on his confidence. Benton was incredibly scrawny and ate like he was never going to get food again! It was important to work … Read more

    Shelter Operator Who Opened Her Doors To Displaced Pets During Hurricane Florence Is Facing Charges For Her Good Deed

    UPDATE: The county has dropped the charges against Tammie Hedges. District Attorney Matthew Delbridge released the following statement – which confirms that the charges are dropped, but definitely does not apologize for the trouble the county caused Mrs. Hedges: “The protection of animals and their well-being has always been an important concern, especially during times of natural disaster. A passion for and the love of animals is laudable but does not excuse unnecessarily putting their health at risk when other, … Read more

    Pastor & Parishioners Rescue Four-Legged Flood Victims

    A North Carolina pastor and two of his parishioners set out Friday afternoon to help victims of Hurricane Florence. Although they initially intended to locate humans stranded by floodwaters, they ended up finding cats and dogs in need. In a now-viral video, the trio of rescuers are seen saving two stranded dogs and a pair of water-logged kittens. Matthew Drake is the pastor at Richlands United Pentecostal Church in Jacksonville, NC – an area devastated by this week’s storm. Drake … Read more

    5 Signs You’re Dealing With A Flea Infestation

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    There’s only one “f” word that strikes fear into the hearts of all dog people: FLEAS. These blood-feasting insects are so tiny you can barely see them, but they wreak havoc on your home. If your dog has fleas, the bugs won’t stay on their unwilling host for long. It always starts with one, but soon enough, there are fleas in your carpet, couch, blankets, and even your bed. A flea infestation takes over your entire house, and your dog … Read more

    Do I Still Need To Worry About Fleas During Cooler Months?

    Many people assume that fleas die off in the winter and it’s safe to stop your dog’s flea and tick preventative. But is it really safe to do that? Do you need to worry about fleas during cooler months? The surprising answer is that YES, you do still need to worry about them during cooler months, and it’s all about their life cycle. About the flea life cycle You may be surprised to learn that much of a flea’s life … Read more

    This Golden Spent Her Life Unloved Until A Rescue Stepped In

    Part of each sale through the iHeartDogs store is donated to Greater Good Charities, which helps support various charities. Thanks to customers like you, happy endings, like the one below, are made possible.  “Courtney lived her life in a pen. Little human attention, and being stuck outside by herself made for a horrible existence. When her owners moved they abandoned her, leaving her behind like a bag of trash. The new people who moved into the house tried to keep Courtney, but their German Shepherd … Read more

    5 Ways To Reduce Risk Of A Coyote Attack

    When you picture a coyote, you probably see him standing in some dusty, empty desert, but coyotes are found in every state, and not just in tiny, outlying towns or along empty highways chasing roadrunners. Coyotes are incredibly intelligent, adaptable creatures, and though they’re wary of humans, they’re also fond of eating what we throw out and are capable of surviving in urban environments – near our families and our pets. You may feel safer living in a city with … Read more

    Rescue Pup Has Been Sleeping On His Brother Since He Was 6-Weeks-Old

    Last summer, a very special pair of pals named Colt and Charlie arrived at Wisconsin’s Fox Valley Humane Association (FVHA). The best friends met at an Arkansas shelter when the staff placed a then-6-week-old Charlie in Colt’s kennel to cheer him up as he recovered from hip surgery. Despite their 7 month age difference, the two became inseparable. And when I say inseparable, I mean it quite literally – Charlie insists on being in physical contact with his best buddy at … Read more

    Petco Foundation President Susanne Kogut Talks About How Fosters Save Lives

    This July, the Petco Foundation is inspiring animal lovers to learn more about fostering rescue animals with their “Be a Lifesaver” initiative. iHeartdogs had the privilege of interviewing Petco Foundation president, Susanne Kogut, about how fostering is an important piece of the animal welfare puzzle. With a house full of rescue dogs and an influential career leading animal welfare organizations, Susanne is spreading the word about how everyone has a chance to “Be a Lifesaver.” We asked her a few … Read more

    What Is “Fospice” & Why Should You Get Involved?

    Fostering an elderly or terminally ill dog is not a decision to be made lightly. It is often stressful, sometimes messy, and ultimately heart-wrenching. But it is also one of the most rewarding experiences you will ever have.  According to the ASPCA’s Comprehesive Animal Risk Database System, the adoption rate for senior dogs is lower than that of all other ages combined. Just 25% of senior shelter dogs find homes, and the odds are even worse for dogs with life-shortening health … Read more

    Houston Shelter In Desperate Need After Taking In 200 Surrendered Animals Memorial Day Weekend

    The Harris County Animal Shelter in Houston, Texas took in over 200 surrendered pets over Memorial Day weekend, 100 on the Friday before the weekend alone. In a city of over 2 million, Houston’s shelters are frequently at or over capacity, but for a facility only designed to hold 150 animals, this is an extreme burden. Kennels are designed to hold only one or two animals, but at the moment there are some pets living four-to-a-kennel. Most were formally surrendered, … Read more

    7 Tips For Choosing The Best Pet-Safe Essential Oils

    From relieving anxiety and allergies to soothing joint pain and dry skin, essential oils can do a world of good for dogs. They’re all-natural and easy to apply, but using essential oils with pets isn’t the same as using them with the human members of the family. With an enhanced sense of smell, your dog is more sensitive to essential oils and aromatherapy than you are. Not every essential oil is safe for dogs, and not every distributor cares about … Read more