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    8 Problems Only a Doberman Owner Would Understand

    Dobermans are majestic creatures, sleek and powerful with an uncanny intelligence that can make you question who’s really in charge. However, owning one of these regal canines presents a unique set of comical ‘problems’ only a Doberman owner would understand. 1. The Superhero Syndrome With their muscular build and fearless nature, Dobermans often think they’re invincible superheroes. They will take on any obstacle with fervor, be it a giant dog at the park or a pesky squirrel. As an owner, … Read more

    Vet Performs Life-Saving Surgery After Pit Bull Swallows Drone

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    Dogs are masters of sneakily eating things they shouldn’t, but a Tampa woman experienced a first when her dog consumed a drone. She doesn’t know how it happened, but the poor pup began acting very ill out of the blue. When she took her dog in to get urgent care, she feared she wouldn’t be able to pay for the medical bills. But thanks to the help of many dog lovers, the woman didn’t have to break the bank to … Read more

    Millionaire Dog Is Selling His Mansion, Which Was Once Owned By Madonna

    A beautiful Miami estate is for sale, and it has quite the story behind it. The 1.2-acre property with a 9-bedroom mansion is owned by a dog! In fact, the home has been passed down by several generations of dogs. When realtors heard this, they couldn’t believe it, but it didn’t deter them from helping sell the home. Gunther VI is a German Shepherd with millions to his name. He owns the mansion but has plenty of humans around to … Read more

    Pint-Sized Pup Beats Out The Big Dogs At Rescue’s Annual Surf Competition

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    A Westie named Petey took the crown in the 16th Annual Surf Dog Surf-A-Thon. Not only did this pup take home an impressive win, but he helped raise funds for the many programs at the Helen Woodward Animal Center (HWAC). Each year the HWAC hosts a surfing competition on a dog-friendly beach in Del Mar, California. Fur parents and water-loving pups get to show off their surfing skills for a great cause. The competition helps support the shelter’s various missions, … Read more

    Army Veteran Surprised With New Puppy After Losing Her Emotional Support Dog

    When Long Island veteran Phoebe Ervin’s beloved Pomeranian passed away unexpectedly in May, she was naturally devastated.  She and Pommy had been together for years — and the dog helped Ervin cope with her PTSD from being in the military. On May 13, Pommy got loose from his harness and was run over by a car. The driver has not been found.  Pommy helped Ervin cope with life and stay calm throughout fireworks and thunderstorms. Without him, Ervin was struggling. … Read more

    Texas Dad-Dog & His Two Furry Sons Reunite By Chance In NYC

    While shelters in many southern states remain overcrowded, some adopters in the Northeast have had trouble finding the perfect pooch amid the pandemic. Adoption numbers are way up, leading many southern rescues—like Dr. Dolittle’s Rescue Ranch in Texas—to send their pups to families as far north as New Hampshire. Three New York City families recently discovered they not only adopted from the same rescue, but their pups happen to be blood relatives! Marvin and Leo Sniff Each Other Out Mattie … Read more

    Grain-Free Dog Food: Everything You Need To Know And More!

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    With countless dog food brands and recipes out there, it can be hard to know what you should be feeding your pup. First and foremost, you should always work with your veterinarian when it comes to making any dietary changes. For dogs with allergies or particular nutritional or weight loss needs, grain-free dog food may be recommended. If you’re considering switching your dog’s food to grain-free, there are many factors to consider. Here’s everything you need to know about this … Read more

    Sleepy Dogs And Cats Caught With Adorable Bedhead

    Cats and dogs have a knack for sleeping. They’ve certainly been gifted with the ability to make naps look like the best thing ever. As we watch with envy, our furballs contort their bodies into positions of ultimate comfort and snore away in a slumbering peace humans can never hope to achieve! And when a cat or dog first wakes from the deepest of sleeps, they wear some of their funniest looks… Kitty cat cowlicks. Doggo pelt rumples. Flipped ears. … Read more

    25 Laugh-Out-Loud Funny Dog Pics

    Look, believe me when I say there’s absolutely no shortage of amazing dogs on the internet. We also have to give credit where credit is due to the parents who capture just the right moments with just the right touch of wit. Here are 25 more perfectly captured and expertly captioned pictures of pups online. 51. “Loved having grandma over for thanksgiving. Dog annoyed.” It’s a tennis ball! Why can’t I play with it? 52. “It’s so hard being fabulous!” … Read more

    Is Your Pup Smarter Than A 5th Grader? You Can Now Test Their IQ!

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    Admit it, we’ve all bragged about our dogs at some point. We all think our dogs are the cutest, the smartest, and the most lovable. Of course, all dogs are the cutest without a doubt, but there’s no way to prove precisely how intelligent our furry friends are. That is until Greenies released a doggy IQ quiz. Now, you can test your dog’s intelligence in just 15 minutes. Plus, you’ll get to spend quality time with your dog in the … Read more

    Top 21 Smartest Dog Breeds

    All dogs have their smarts about them, but some breeds shine a little brighter when it comes to natural-born intelligence. But what factors in dog intelligence land a breed on the list of smartest dog breeds? Stanley Coren, PhD., has made the study of dogs his lifelong career, and he offers the breakdown of canine intelligence. “There are three types of dog intelligence: instinctive (what the dog is bred to do), adaptive (how well the dog learns from its environment … Read more

    Dachshund Left Behind During COVID Travels 10,000 Miles Home

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    For the Eilback family, a life of travel is normal. Zoe and Guy Eilback, along with their children and their Dachshund named Pipsqueak, were on a four-year sailing trip around the world when COVID hit. With no warning, they had to pack up their 40-foot yacht and fly back to their home in Australia. The only problem was that Pip wasn’t allowed to come with. Australia has strict import rules for animals, so bringing Pip was impossible with so little … Read more

    Former Bait Dog Becomes The Newest Disney Princess

    If you saw Abigail the Pit Bull today, you’d never know she had a rough past. She’s as happy as can be, and she’s also very popular on social media. However, her life started out as a nightmare. Abigail was rescued from a suspected dogfighting ring in Florida. She had infected wounds covering her face, head, and neck. Additionally, her ear was missing. After long, extensive medical procedures, Abigail was saved and ready to live her best life. Today, her … Read more

    Dogs Are The Unsung Heroes Of The Special Olympics

    Special Olympics has been enhancing the lives of people with intellectual disabilities since 1968. What began as a backyard summer camp has grown into a global movement with 5.4 million athletes participating in 106,000 events in 193 countries! More than a million volunteers help ensure the games run smoothly, and not all of them are human. Many dogs accompany the athletes, families, and friends of the organization, offering services only pups can provide. “Dogs let people with disabilities become more … Read more

    Tinder Users Can Match With An Adoptable Dog!

    If you’re looking for love, there’s nothing better than the love of an adorable rescue dog. In fact, if you happen to be using Tinder in the Orlando area, you could actually get matched with the dog of your dreams!  The Orlando Dog Mom Club organized a unique campaign to get local rescue dogs noticed. They created Tinder profiles for adoptable dogs at METTA Rescue Family and Happy Trails Animal Rescue. They hope that the profiles will give these dogs … Read more

    Breed Creator Has Regrets, Labradoodle Was Meant to Be a Service Animal Not a Designer Puppy

    Over the years, Labradoodles have become a designer breed that’s increased in popularity. Everyone seems to want one, no matter the cost. However, they’re actually just a mixed breed that many people spend way too much money on even though there are so many other rescue dogs in need of a home. Sure, they’re adorable, but they actually weren’t meant to be the expensive designer breed that they are today. In fact, the man that initially bred the Labradoodle says … Read more

    Suspected Puppy Mill with 80 Dogs Found in Virginia

    Fauquier County Animal Control received an anonymous tip about a suspected puppy mill in Fauquier County, Virginia. The tip was from someone who had attempted to purchase a dog from Vernine Gipstein, 69, and Barton Gipstein, 75. However, they noticed that the puppy that was being sold to them did not appear to be healthy and even had fleas. This didn’t seem right to them, so they reached out for help immediately. Luckily, their simple tip ended up making a … Read more

    Families Buried Their Animals In a Cemetery. Now They’re Being Asked to Dig Them Up.

    Saying goodbye to our furry friends is a devastating but inevitable part of life. The most we can do for our departed good boys and girls is to send them off properly with love and care. That’s why so many people choose to have their animals buried in a cemetery. We want to be able to visit and remember them when they’re gone. Families living near Livingston County in Michigan thought they were honoring their beloved fur babies by burying … Read more

    Research Proves That Having a Dog Boosts Your Heart Health In These 4 Ways

    Most dog lovers know that dogs help our lives in more ways than we even know. However, a recent study now proves that owning a dog can help your heart. The Mayo Clinic recently did a study that confirms that owning a dog can improve the cardiovascular health of dog parents. So, what exactly is it about dogs that can help our wellbeing so much? Exercise Even if you live with a lazy dog, they still need to be taken … Read more

    4 Festive St. Patrick’s Day Ideas to Celebrate Your Irish Pride

    St. Patrick’s Day is quickly approaching, and even if you don’t have any Irish heritage, it’s always fun to put on something green and celebrate. And what better way to display your “Irish Pride” than to spoil yourself, and your pup, with a little St. Patty’s Day fun.   1. No Pinch for You! Be fashionably fabulous with a super comfy St. Patrick’s Day t-shirt from iHeartDogs.com. You’ll be decked out in green AND feed 7 shelter dogs with your purchase. … Read more

    14 Valentine’s Day Gifts For The Special Pup In Your Life

    Traditional Valentine’s Day gifts like mushy cards, red roses and absurdly large heart-shaped boxes of chocolates just won’t do when your Valentine happens to be your pup! The 14 products on this list are specifically designed to delight the pooch who stole your heart. Whether your dog is a chow hound, a plushie lover or a fetch enthusiast, the perfect present is just a click away! 1. Peanut Butter Kisses For Dogs, $27.99 Valentine’s Day and sweet treats go together … Read more

    16 Very Good Dogs Help Create The Perfect Pup-Prosal For NYC Couple

    It’s a shame Maurice Goldstein is off the market. Based on his recent proposal to girlfriend of four years, Laura Stampler, he’s going to make one heck of a husband! Not only did Goldstein blanket a mountaintop in rose petals, he also hired an a capella group to belt out Stampler’s favorite Disney and Motown hits. Pretty amazing right? Well brace yourselves, it gets better. For the pièce de résistance, Goldstein arranged for 16 dogs to crash the proposal at just the … Read more

    Woman Creates Stunning Memorial Quilt Using Her Dearly Departed Dogs’ Scarves

    The sorrow that we feel when we lose a pet can seem never-ending. But we often find comfort in the memories they leave with us for the rest of our lives. Rosalie Steiner recently shared the memories she has of her four passed Schnauzers with iHeartDogs, and the quilt she made in their honor. “All of my boys were rescues. Scruffy and Rascal were brothers and the only two from a litter of seven that remained at the Seneca County … Read more

    Woman’s Transformation From Wall Street Lawyer To Dog Rescue Warrior Saves Lives

    Tania Isenstein was an unhappy Wall Street lawyer for many years. She wanted to find something more fulfilling, and the path she found led her to dedicate her life to dogs. She began boarding dogs who already had loving homes, fostering those who don’t, and leading the effort to save Puerto Rico’s street dogs, called “satos.” We were lucky enough to talk to Tania about her journey. Tania’s first steps out of Wall Street and toward dog rescue started with … Read more

    How To Determine Which Supplements Are Safe & Effective For Your Dog

    Not all supplements are created equal, and unlike the pharmaceutical industry, their safety and efficacy are not regulated by the FDA. How do you know which supplements actually make good on their claims? And more importantly, which ones are safe to give to your best friend? Unfortunately, when it comes to many of the supplements on the market, there is simply no way for a pet owner – or even a veterinarian – to tell if they will promote positive … Read more

    What Causes Crystals In Dog Urine?

    Crystalluria is the presence of crystalized, concentrated minerals naturally found in your dogs’ urine. There are different types of crystals, and they can lead to different types of bladder stones or kidney stones. Identification of the type of crystal in your dog’s urine is important as it can indicate an underlying disease, but even healthy dogs can have crystals in his urine. Some breeds are more susceptible to certain crystals: Miniature Schnauzers, Yorkshire Terriers, Lhasa Apsos and Miniature Poodles to … Read more

    Chained Dog Gets A Taste Of Freedom & A Brand New Life

    Peanut’s entire three years of life were spent languishing at the end of a heavy chain in an isolated corner of his owner’s property. This lonely existence may have been his ultimate fate if not for a wonderful woman named Russelline Steinbuhler. With the help of two Pennsylvania rescue groups, Hope for Erie Animal Wellness and Critter Camp & Cuts, Steinbuhler completely transformed Peanut’s life and gave him hope for a beautiful future! Peanut was spotted chained to a filthy, … Read more

    Veterinarian Shares 12 Powerful Superfoods For Dogs

    Superfoods are foods that are naturally nutrient-rich and therefore are especially beneficial for your dog’s health. But what exactly are superfoods for dogs? Dr. Ernie Ward, member of Petplan Veterinary Advisory Board gave us the following 12 superfoods for your dog. As with any nutritional change, talk your vet before adding these foods into your dog’s diet. #1 – Apples (without the seeds) This full-of-fiber food helps to clean your dog’s teeth while he chomps and can even freshen their breath. #2 … Read more

    Shelter Dog Finds Salvation Running With High School Cross Country Team

    Animal shelters do their best to provide the dogs in their care with as much love, exercise and enrichment as possible. Needless to say, it is a difficult feat. Glen Hatchell is a dog trainer at the Humane Society of Tampa Bay. Recently, Hatchell became concerned for the emotional well-being of an energetic three-year-old pooch named Jasper. Even extra play sessions with the other dogs weren’t enough to quell the exuberant pup’s need for speed, and his behavior was suffering. Jasper … Read more

    Tiny Dog Nearly Dies After Consuming Hot Dog Stuffed With Nails

    Clarice, a 3-year-old Yorkshire Terrier mix, was let out for a potty break outside the Wisconsin apartment she lives in. It was just a routine moment for Clarice and her owner, Tom Deakin, until he noticed she was eating some hot dogs that were left on the ground. “I thought it was kind of odd..in the back of my mind, thought what if someone was trying to poison the dogs,” Deakin told NBC4. Unfortunately, his gut feeling was right. It turns out … Read more

    15 Fun Dog Names Inspired By The French

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