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Our dogs bring so much joy into our lives, and we do everything we can to return the favor. They brighten up our darkest days, give us constant unconditional love, and give us more smiles and laughs than we ever could’ve imagined before they came into our lives. It’s only natural that we want to make sure we’re giving them the best life possible right back! Chances are, you know your dog so well that you can read your dog’s … Read more
Observant dog lovers recently found three tiny dogs locked inside a car in Cutten, California. The three small dogs were left alone with the windows tightly closed. It appeared that nobody had checked on them for at least 12 hours! The red and black Chevy Cavalier was cluttered with garbage and its registration had been expired for four years. A hypodermic needle was also found along with two bottles of Naloxone- a medication commonly used to reverse the effects of … Read more
Has a friend ever confided in you that the loss of their dog caused more grief than the death of a close relative? Have you ever felt this way yourself? Society has conditioned us to feel ashamed of such emotions, but research suggests we are more than justified when we deeply mourn the loss of a furry friend. When our first family dog, Spike passed away, my father suffered terribly. He would come home from work and just sit in … Read more
As awareness of their necessity spreads, service dogs have been increasingly welcome in public spaces that usually ban dogs. In fact, the Americans With Disabilities Act requires they be allowed. Frustratingly though, there will always be people who defy the rules, which are established for a reason, and bring untrained animals into places where they shouldn’t be. A video that recently went viral shows an interaction between a woman with a service dog and another with an emotional support dog. … Read more
“Chopper the Biker Dog” was a local celebrity in San Diego his whole life. The adorable Boston Terrier was a therapy dog that visited hospitals, hospice care, and homeless shelters to bring smiles to people’s faces. He often arrived at his destinations on a dog-sized motorcycle wearing a biker outfit. But after many years of bringing love to the community, Chopper’s career came to a heartbreaking end. After battling many health concerns, Chopper passed away at 12 years old. He … Read more
The number of dog food formulas on the market is overwhelming, especially for new dog parents. How can you choose the best quality meal for your dog when the options are endless? A great way to narrow down your search is by looking at the company to decide if they’re a brand you can trust. Redbarn Pet Products is a family-owned company that puts safety and quality first when formulating dog food. So, if you’re looking for a healthy brand … Read more
Update 7/14/22 Off White the Bulldog has been found and reunited with his worried family. He was missing for just over 2 weeks, and his family was pleading to the public for help in bringing him home safely the entire time. According to locals, Off White was sold to two women, who then saw pictures of the dog they had just purchased online. When they realized that Off White had been stolen, they contacted a relative of Off White’s rightful … Read more
Ahead of the Yulin Dog Meat Festival in China, dozens of dogs are safe now due to one rescue organization’s hard work — including the sweetest senior golden retriever. Every June in China, thousands of innocent dogs are sent to slaughter because people consume dog meat to mark the summer solstice. Before they are killed for food, dogs are kept in tiny wire cages and transported without food or water for days. Sadly, some don’t even survive the trip to … Read more
When the Valley Animal Center in Fresno, California, received a call that one of their previously adopted dogs had been found as a stray in another state, they were surprised to see that it was Ava. Her friends there weren’t sure why anyone would want to abandon such a sweet girl. This isn’t the first time Ava has been found abandoned and suffering. But despite being dumped and mistreated multiple times, Ava remains an incredible love-bug. Now this beautiful girl … Read more
In a matter of days, several humane societies across the United States received a large transport of Beagles from a testing facility. The Beagles were bred specifically for testing, so the groups included many puppies and adult females. Now, these dogs will receive love for the first time in their lives. It’s unclear if all these Beagles are from the same testing facility, but it seems like an unusual coincidence if they’re not. Due to ongoing investigations, none of the … Read more
Nathan, a dog dad from Canada, originally created the Tik Tok account “Tales of Arlo” (@TalesOfArlo) to share videos of his Australian Shepherd puppy Arlo. While Arlo’s still the main focus, the account also features some of the kittens Nathan fosters. Several litters of foster kittens have come through this household at various times, but one video shows how Arlo really stepped up to look after a litter of orphaned cats. Little did he or his dad know, Arlo would … Read more
The “World’s Ugliest Dog” contest had to be canceled the past two years due to the pandemic. But now, it’s back and more amusing than ever. Most people don’t like to think of their dogs as “ugly,” but these canines embrace their unique appearances while being great advocates for rescue dogs and abuse survivors. Mr. Happy Face is the 2022 winner of the Ugliest Dog Contest, and he seems to be enjoying all the extra love and attention. This hairless … Read more
In an incredible video of a fearless rescue, a female momma dog defended her pups from a Leopard on the India estate. The leopard was after the mother’s helpless puppy. That same leopard didn’t realize that this mama dog wasn’t going to let her pup go without a fight. Image/Story Source Credit: Patrick S via YouTube Video In the mountains of India, a variety of wildlife roams the landscape, including lions, tigers, and leopards. Sometimes, they … Read more
One of the best parts about pet parenting is the incredible amount of love our furry best friends so freely give us. Nothing feels better than coming home from a long, hard day to tails wagging and butts wiggling. That’s one of the reasons that “pet bling” has caught on as a current trend. Our pets mean so much to us that for some pet parents bestowing bling upon their beloved best friends is a way they are showing their … Read more
When rescuers arrived on scene and saw that 16 dogs were inhumanly chained up in the woods and living in horrific conditions, they knew exactly what they needed to do. Being left alone without any food, water, or proper shelter motivated Kansas Animal Services to prioritize doing whatever it took to free every pup from their heavy chains and get them to safety. After obtaining a search warrant, investigators were finally able to inspect the location where the pups were … Read more
Delgado is a 6-year-old German Shepherd who desperately needed a second chance at life. He was found wandering the streets in an Ohio town, and his rugged appearance proves just how much he endured up until this point. Delgado was spotted roaming the streets by a Good Samaritan in early March. He was sweet and a bit timid when the animal lover approached him, and they could see that he was not wearing a collar or a tag. The Good … Read more
The cave was dark and narrow, but he didn’t care. It could have collapsed at any moment, but he didn’t give up. In fact, he did his best to dig a deeper tunnel so he could reach all nine terrified puppies within. When Hope For Paws received the call that a litter of puppies was in desperate need of rescue from a scary situation, dog lover and rescuer Eldad was willing to do whatever it took to get the sweet … Read more
The 146th annual Westminster Dog Show is underway at the Lyndhurst Estate in Tarrytown, NY. More than 3,000 dogs representing 209 breeds will compete for the coveted Best In Show title. As tradition dictates, the award does not come with a cash prize. The winner walks away with just a trophy, bragging rights, and the respect of their peers. Last year’s Best In Show, Wasabi the Pekingese, has hung up her leash, meaning a brand new champion will be crowned … Read more
Korben the Yorkie puppy is only six months old, but he has already been through a lot. He receives plenty of love at home, but he recently met someone who wasn’t so kind to him. One morning, Brandi Major’s daughter let the pup out into the yard instead of taking him on a morning walk. It seemed harmless at the time, but he vanished when her back was turned. When Major arrived home later, Korben was nowhere to be seen. … Read more
Fresh produce is usually considered to be a healthy part of the diet, and the same can be true for our four-legged friends. We love sharing snacks with them, especially if we know that they’re wholesome, but it’s first important to know which foods to avoid giving to our pets. Aside from willingly treating our dogs to a “human food” snack, sometimes our pups help themselves to the trash or counter, and that’s when we start to worry: What did they … Read more
People still pass by the stray dogs without noticing them, but some people are trying to help. One woman returned for more water not long after finding two of the most stunning pups, setting off a chain reaction she never thought possible. Mama dog had grown up on the streets her entire life. Sure, she fought back, but she had no desire to alter her lot in life. She took excellent care of her pups and guided them to … Read more
A Bloodhound named Trumpet has won “Best in Show” at the 2022 Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show. After 146 years of this competition, he’s the first Bloodhound in history to take the title. Only six other hounds have won the event so far. Bloodhounds are one of the oldest breeds trained to hunt using scent, but they’re often overlooked in the competition. Many other amazing dogs were runner-ups at the dog show, but this beautiful Bloodhound is deserving of the … Read more
iHeartDogs is reader-supported. When you buy via links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission at no extra cost to you. The Labradoodle (Labrador/Poodle mix) is a relatively new breed, originating in 1989 in Australia. These dogs were initially bred as service animals for people with dog allergies. Today, the Labradoodle is extremely popular as a family dog, not just for their varying coat textures that result in less dander and shedding, but the breed’s friendly, playful personalities. … Read more
It was in September of 2019 when Lynn Stoker was convicted and sentenced to 21 weeks. She was found guilty of eleven charges of “causing unnecessary suffering to a protected animal” and four counts of “failing to ensure an animal’s welfare needs.” “There were a number of different breeds at the property – including chihuahuas, shih-tzu crosses, cockapoos, King Charles Spaniels, terrier crosses, poodles and bulldogs. There were so many of them that only a handful of them had names,” … Read more
It’s amazing how one tiny detail can change the outcome of an entire situation. For a Husky named Coconut, it was the fact that she wore a collar. Coconut and her Husky siblings often get into trouble, but this one mischievous plan led to her getting shot. If she hadn’t been wearing a sturdy GPS collar, the shots would’ve been fatal. Of course, the collar isn’t designed to be bulletproof, but it was an incredible coincidence. Now, Coconut is safe … Read more
Animal lovers across the nation were outraged when the surveillance video of two dogs being shot by a police officer in Minneapolis made its way across the internet back in 2017. But now, the city has finally approved a settlement to the family who filed a lawsuit. Officer Michael Mays was responding to a burglary alarm when he entered the backyard and confronted the canines. Both surveillance cameras and Officer Mays’ bodycam were able to capture videos of the canines … Read more
It’s back, and it’s better than ever! I’m talking about The 146th annual Westminster Dog Show, of course! The iconic dog show had been postponed from its usual winter date due to the pandemic. Not only will there be tons more dogs competing this year than last, but there are two brand new breeds that will be making their canine competition debut. The Westminster Kennel Club is America’s oldest non-profit organization dedicated to the sport of dogs. They aim to … Read more
On May 30th, Dr. Michael White, director of the Harris County Animal Shelter in Texas, tuned into the local news. He saw images from his own workplace on the television screen! It showed the entrance to the animal shelter, with its gate still locked for the night. And then, another animal waited to be rescued– She was chained outside the shelter, found by reporter Janelle Bludau and the KHOU 11 News Team. The dog was shackled by a very … Read more
It takes a lot to shock sanitation technicians, especially those working in massive city landfills. But when the foreman of a landfill outside St. Louis, Missouri, spotted three tiny puppies hiding beneath a dangerous piece of equipment, he knew it was more than he could handle. He contacted Stray Rescue of St. Louis, who responded straight away. Sadly, the pups were born to a pack of stray dogs spotted in the area. Having never experienced human kindness, they fled from … Read more
It’s no surprise that Siberian Huskies are talkative, and we don’t mean barking. Huskies are recognized for howling, and there are numerous videos on social media of huskies “talking.” Because they were designed to pull sleds and dwell in groups, huskies have always been vocal since they had to communicate while working. Image/Story Source Credit: The Jerusalem Post via YouTube Video This same trait is the very reason why the Husky was able to reunite with his … Read more
iHeartDogs is reader-supported. When you buy via links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission at no extra cost to you. If you’ve ever met a Shiba Inu, then you’ve looked upon the pinnacle of cuteness as these Japanese dogs with a foxy look are some of the most adorable dogs out there. But here’s an absolutely darling fact about the Shiba Inu you may not know. When the Shiba play-tussles with a dog buddy, this wily pup … Read more
On March 6, 2021, the San Diego Humane Society’s Law Enforcement rescued two dogs from a home in Mira Mesa, California. Their back paws had been bandaged so tightly, blood flow was cut off. The dogs’ previous owner said it was to prevent them from licking and scratching, but ultimately both dogs needed to have their back paws amputated. Fortunately, one of these poor pups, Chloe the 9-year-old Shih Tzu, would end up finding a family that understands her. Mostly, … Read more
Fourth of July is a time of celebration for humans. Unfortunately, it’s a nightmare for most dogs though. The loud, unfamiliar sounds in the sky send most dogs hiding under the bed in fear. For shelter dogs, it’s even scarier without a family to comfort them. That’s why the inmates at Brevard County Jail in Florida stepped up to help this year. They spent the night of Independence Day looking after the nervous shelter pups. It proved that small acts … Read more
A canine slaughterhouse owner and operator in Indonesia is finally facing hefty fines and jail time. Last year, more than 50 terrified dogs were rescued from the horrifying conditions in his facility after they were smuggled from almost 400 miles away. Despite the government’s declaration that “dogs are not food” back in 2018, dog meat is still smuggled and in demand across Indonesia. When police raided the property in Sukoharjo, 50 frightened dogs were rescued just in time. The poor … Read more
Thanks to an incredible team of volunteer firefighters, a small dog survived in a submerged vehicle. After a car fell in the water, seemingly caused by a crash, the driver made it out safely, but their furry friend was still trapped inside. Luckily, the pup found an air pocket to hide in, which helped him survive for longer than expected. The firefighters arrived just in time to save the little canine’s life. These heroes deserve so much recognition for their … Read more
Dogs are incredible, and we love them so much that we are willing to do whatever they need to live their best lives. In fact, one devoted dog mom went above and beyond, becoming a “pseudo guide dog” for her beloved Cocker Spaniel Molly, who suffered from hyper-mature cataracts as she aged. But once her condition was advanced enough, the removal surgery was absolutely life-changing for both Molly and her mom. Molly came into her mom’s life when she was … Read more
Bulldog pups are known for their sassy attitudes when it comes to temper tantrums. In this video, we see tiny Greta, a tiny Bulldog puppy, attempting to persuade her father through a feisty debate! Image/Story Credit Source: Rumble Viral via YouTube Video It appears that Greta is furious about something. She prowls around Dad’s feet like a munchkin, clearly disappointed at being denied a seat on the couch. Dad’s taunting remarks are only making matters worse, … Read more
A dog’s unwavering devotion and unselfish love might be one of humanity’s most purifying forces. This makes perfect sense when we consider the power of mixing dogs and prisoners. Since 1939, “Leader Dogs for the Blind” has utilized canines to assist in jail rehabilitation, according to this inspiring concept. And it certainly appears to be a win-win situation! Image Source/Story Credit: Leader Dogs For The Blind Channel via YouTube Video Inmate volunteers are helping to expand the program, … Read more
Despite being an old dog, Tony always seemed a little at odds with the world. He was afraid of grass. He walked as if on tip toes. He forgot things. Maybe that’s because Tony grew up in a world that he would sooner like to forget — a crumbling shelter in Israel, sharing a kennel with rocks and knee-deep mud. But that all changed when a Canadian rescue group, Dog Tales Rescue and Sanctuary, decided to fly these ailing … Read more
iHeartDogs is reader-supported. When you buy via links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission at no extra cost to you. The Vizsla is easily recognized by their rusty coloring and fine pointer lines. Gazing into their eyes, you can see the depth of their intelligence and gentle souls. And because these loyal dogs love their families with all of their hearts and tend to be pretty clingy, the breed has earned the moniker “Velcro Vizsla.” And because … Read more
When greed and selfish motives overcome love and compassion, the result is almost always tragic. Puppy mills are one such tragic result of this corruption of mankind. These are horrible places where dogs are forced to breed over and over again. Many of these poor dogs are kept in wire cages for their entire lives, so they don’t even know what it feels like to be a dog – to feel loved. Their health and wellbeing is sadly not maintained, so … Read more
You do everything you can to show your dog how much you love them. Would you be surprised if I said you might be doing things that make your dog feel unloved without even realizing it? We all know life just gets in the way sometimes, but with a little bit of effort, your dog will finally realize and appreciate the full extent of your love for them. Here are 6 things you might be doing that can make your … Read more
It’s not surprising that the photos of an enormous dog and his two younger sisters have recently gone viral. The gentle giant towers over his family in the images, which have already amassed thousands of likes. For some, the photos are quite comical. To others, they’re completely unbelievable. Some people are even speculating whether or not he’s actually a dog or if something so large and loveable could even be real! Meet Barney The Boerboel While it may be hard … Read more
A woman on a lonely stretch of road saw several dogs chained to a pole, each on 2-foot chains, in the sweltering heat. The canines appeared unhappy, but she assumed their owner would be close by. It occurred to her that the dogs may have been abandoned later that night, preventing her from getting any rest throughout the remainder of the night. Image/Story Source Credit: YouTube Video – Viral Hog Viral On the following day, she returned … Read more
iHeartDogs is reader-supported. When you buy via links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission at no extra cost to you. Pekingese are the kinds of dogs that just make you squeal when you see them. Their small snouts and comparatively large eyes surrounded by the fluffiest floof you’ll ever see make this tiny breed absolutely irresistible. Despite its size, the Pekingese is a confident dog who also forms incredibly close bonds with his family members. Unfortunately, the … Read more
When Lexus went into labor, she had nowhere to go. She crawled to a run-down backyard and cried throughout the night while giving birth to her pups. A family noticed Lexus and contacted “Hope For Paws.” Image/Story Source Credit: Hope For Paws – YouTube Video When the rescuers arrived in the backyard and shined a light on Lexus, she became frightened and ran off. The neighbors, on the other hand, joined hands to ensure that Lexus stayed … Read more
iHeartDogs is reader-supported. When you buy via links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission at no extra cost to you. When you think of show dogs, you can’t help but conjure images of the Lhasa Apso, the long-haired lovely that looks like canine royalty. But these dogs weren’t bred to sit on thrones. Instead, the Lhasa Apso found its beginning high above the world in the mountain monasteries of Tibet. As companions to the monks, the little … Read more
There was a dog in the woods that two women were passing through when they came upon it. Angela, for instance, wanted to assist the animal but was hesitant about what she would discover. As they drew near to the dog, she was hiding a litter of newborn pups. The mama dog was unable to walk, but her puppies kept nursing, taking away even more nutrients from her. The women had to act quickly. They ran back home and obtained … Read more
iHeartDogs is reader-supported. When you buy via links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission at no extra cost to you. What’s snowy white, fluffy like a cloud, and a doggy lovebug all the way through? That’s right; it’s your Samoyed! In a long-ago age, these smiley dogs ran the harsh and freezing Siberian tundra, hauling sleds and guarding the nomads who piloted them. Now, these beautiful working dogs have become pampered floofs who love their families. And … Read more
A Yorkie puppy named Rex joined his family while they experienced a devastating loss, and after 11 years missing, he returned during a similar tragedy. It may just be a coincidence, but Marzena Niejadlik believes it’s fate. A lot has changed in 11 years, but the family is happy to welcome Rex back. He was in rough shape when officials found him, so Niejadlik is determined to give him the loving home he missed out on all these years. His … Read more
There is nothing that we love more than reunions with dogs. Especially soldiers who protect us and our country! And this is a story that will absolutely warm your heart, enjoy. Please watch all the way until the end and be sure to pass it onto a friend or family member! During his time in Anbar, Iraq, Captain Watkins had become acquainted with three dogs. He discovered Hesco, Wendy, and Rooster as homeless young canines who were eating trash … Read more
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