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Abandoned & Differently-Abled Miniature Horse Lives Indoors With 3 Dog Friends

Editor’s Note: iHeartDogs is sad to report Peabody passed away this past September. We are thankful to have had the opportunity to share his beautiful story with our readers. Rest in Peace, Sweet Peabody. When Faith Smith found out that six-week-old Peabody the miniature horse, maybe deaf, blind, and unable to walk, she wasn’t swayed. When she was told that a veterinarian had advised his first family to euthanize him, she still didn’t change her mind. She knew that Peabody … Read more

Finally Ready To Adopt, Woman Finds The Dog She Lost Years Ago

Sadly, many lost dogs never find their way home. And the longer they’re missing, the harder it is to stay positive. So, when Aisha Nieves had a chance encounter with her long-lost dog, she was shocked. She assumed she would never see him again, so it was like fate. Kovu, a Pit Bull/Rottweiler mix, escaped his yard two years ago after a vehicle ran into the home’s fence. He was soon adopted out to a different family, so Nieves was … Read more

Hospitalized Man Reunites With Lost Dog After Bear Attack

When most dogs go missing, their humans usually drive around day and night to find them, but Jason Umbriaco didn’t have that option. He survived a bear attack, but was rushed to the hospital shortly after. During the horrific situation, his Border Collie puppy named Buckley ran off in fear. Since Umbriaco was unable to leave the hospital to look for Buckley himself, other dog lovers reached out to help. In the end, a kind hospital employee was able to … Read more

Families Panic Over Missing Pets After Miami Condo Collapsed

Several days after the Champlain Towers South Condo collapsed near Miami Beach, only 11 have been found dead, with 150 still missing. Yet, that isn’t the only heartbreaking part of the situation. Now, many survivors are coming forward to ask about their pets, who have been missing since the collapse. With people being the priority, officials haven’t been searching for the furry family members, so residents fear the worst. Pets Are Family Too It’s unclear what the pet restrictions were … Read more

Huskies Chained Outside To Metal Cages In 115 Degree Heat

The weather in Cedar City, Utah has been exceptionally hot throughout the last couple of weeks. Many pet owners recognize the dangers that extreme temperatures can pose to dogs. However, one Cedar City family is choosing to ignore them. Kim Phifer is a Cedar City resident who noticed three Huskies that were left outside during the recent heatwave where temperatures spiked to 115 degrees. Chained to metal cages and laying on unshaded concrete, these Huskies spent multiple recent days suffering … Read more

The Healthy Hound Newsletter #66

In This Issue

● Pandemic Weight Gain
● Lungworms
● Gov Kills Anti-Cruelty Bill
● Signs Your Dog Trusts You
● Symptoms To Never Ignore
● Can Dogs Eat Cicadas?

Missing Puppy Returns To Her Family 11 Years Later As A Gray-Faced Senior

Even with useful microchipping technology, finding lost dogs can be a huge challenge. A scared dog’s instinct is to run, and a plethora of new smells can overwhelm them and lead them astray. There’s also the possibility of a lost dog being stolen or even taken in as a perceived act of charity. Crumpet, a Jack Russell Terrier, was just a puppy when she vanished from her own garden in Dorset. Her mom, Sarah Covell, went to check on the … Read more

Psychic’s Vision Helps Woman Steal Her Dog Back From Thieves

Eco the Staffordshire Bull Terrier has one of the craziest stories to share. She was stolen in the middle of the night when her human’s back was turned, but her mom was able to steal the dog back after a month of searching. Oddly enough, a psychic predicted exactly where Eco was located. The whole situation was incredibly bizarre for everyone involved. Now, Eco’s family is raising awareness about dog thefts to ensure that this never happens to anyone else. … Read more

Who Gets To Keep The Dog When There’s A Divorce?

The way that pets are seen in the eye of the law is changing in the United States when it comes to divorce. According to the Associated Press (AP), new ways of working out the custody of one’s dog, cat, or parrot have sprung up with special mediators and “petnups” to avoid courtroom disputes. States such as California, Illinois, and Alaska have enacted laws that give judges leeway to consider the best interests of pets, much like they do for … Read more

Marketing Goes To The Dogs With Sniffable Mini Billboards

You’ll often see advertisements aimed toward children, making them thrilled to buy new toys, but what if your dog could be influenced by ads too? With a new billboard campaign, they might be! Tiny billboards are appearing at busy parks, catered specifically toward furry friends. Not only are they dog-sized, but they have unique features to attract your dog toward them. Finally, after all these years, your dog will be able to do their own window shopping and show you … Read more

Digby The Trauma Therapy Dog Helped Save A Woman From Taking Her Own Life

A heartbreaking situation was de-escalated with the help of a dedicated trauma therapy dog named Digby. Digby the dog works with the Devon and Somerset Fire and Rescue Service in England, offering support to crew members that have been exposed to trauma. The fire department crew was called to an upsetting scene of a woman standing on a bridge, moments away from taking her own life. Multiple agencies were attempting to speak with the distraught woman in hopes of talking … Read more

15 Photos That Prove This Bulldog Is The Best Thing On The Internet

Remember when Kim Kardashian broke the internet? Well, wait until you see this hunk of love. Axel the Bulldog is the internet sensation you probably haven’t heard about but you’ll be glad you did! He and his dad go on a lot of adventures around town. When they aren’t taking a joyride together or out getting ice cream, Axel’s dad likes to dress him up in some outfits that will literally make you laugh out loud! He hasn’t quite reached … Read more

World’s Most Valuable Working Dog Sells For Record-Breaking Price

A dog’s love is priceless, but that doesn’t seem to be the case in Australia. Eulooka Hoover the Australian Kelpie from Edenhope recently sold for $35,200 in an auction, breaking the record for the most expensive working dog in the country. Of course, this high price didn’t just come out of nowhere. Hoover is a very versatile working dog, and he’s great at what he does. So, he will continue to show off and get work done in his new … Read more

Wasabi The Pekingese Wins Best In Show At Westminster Dog Show

Wasabi the Pekingese looks like a cuddly little teddy bear! He clearly deserved his “Best in Show” award at the 145th Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show. His cuteness alone proves that. Of course, there were lots of adorable contestants this year, though, and all of them deserved that top spot. Along with Wasabi, some of the finalists included a fluffy Samoyed named Striker, a Whippet named Bourbon, and a French Bulldog named Matthew. They’re all sure to steal your heart! … Read more

Puppy Stolen From Vet’s Office Reunited With Cuban Singer

Cuban singer Lenier Mesa had a friend bring his 8-week-old Pomeranian puppy to the vet for vaccinations. For most dogs, it’s a quick and easy process. Yet, it didn’t go so well for the precious puppy. When no one was looking, a woman stole the dog and made a run for it. Mesa was devastated when he heard the news, and he offered a $1,000 reward to anyone who found the puppy. Luckily, the puppy fell into the hands of … Read more

iHeartDogs Editor’s Summer 2021 Choice Awards

Sponsored Content You love to spoil your dog with new stuff, but it’s a real bummer when a product doesn’t work out for your canine BFF. With all the products and services available for dogs, you can easily get lost trying to decide what works and what doesn’t for your furry family. But the dedicated dog lovers of iHeartDogs are here to help. We’ve pawed through tons of products to find the hidden treasures you and your dog need. Here’s … Read more

Paralympian’s Adoption Application Denied Because Of Her Disability

After noticing that her shaggy sidekick Charlie seemed to be lonely following the passing of his furry sibling, Cheryl Angelelli took to perusing Petfinder.com in the hopes of finding another furry friend for him. It was on the shelter-searching website that she and her husband first fell in love with the faces of a bonded pair of small dogs. They were sure that the Shitzu and Maltese would be fantastic friends for Charlie. Since Cheryl has rescued four different dogs … Read more

Shelter Pup Defies Stereotypes To Become The UK’s Only Bomb-Sniffing Staffie

In 2017, the RSPCA in Somerset took in an abandoned brindle and white Staffie. Today that rescue pup, now five years old, is the only one of her breed working as an explosives detection dog in the U.K. So, how did Roxy the Staffordshire Terrier go from hopeless to hero? Her story of redemption will not only make you smile, but also give you hope for abandoned dogs and the rescuers looking out for them. A New Path For An … Read more

171 Dogs Rescued From South Korea’s Meat Trade Arrive In U.S. To Find Homes

171 dogs on track to eventually be eaten by humans in South Korea have been saved and brought to the United States as part of a rescue operation coordinated by Humane Society International. The dogs had been raised as commodities in the South Korean meat trade—meat that humans would eventually consume. The Animal And Dog Meat Trade Experts estimate that over 2 million dogs are raised to be eaten on thousands of dog meat farms across South Korea. This lucky … Read more

Will My Dog Get Sick If He Eats Cicadas?

It’s officially cicada season! This means that the large-bodied, crunchy exoskeleton-ed insects that hum midday melodies and emerge from the ground are arising again. You know the ones, they’re quite loud and like to hang out in trees. They can’t sting or bite, but disregard personal space by flying straight into your arm, neck, or face without even introducing themselves first. However, this year we won’t only experience the annual emergence. While cicadas come along every year, this is the … Read more

Homeless Labrador Becomes Superstar Search And Rescue Dog

Just last year, Forrest the labrador retriever was homeless. But now, thanks to the National Disaster Search Dog Foundation and Farmers Insurance, he’s a dog with a job. Last August, Forrest began training to become a certified search and rescue dog. After months and months of hard work, he graduated from his program this past weekend alongside four other talented pups. He also found a forever home in the process. Forrest will be living with first responder Tom Simons of … Read more

The Healthy Hound Newsletter #65

In This Issue ● Helping A Dog In A Hot Car ● Dog Driving Danger ● Should You Vax For Rabies? ● Helping Dogs Overcome Trauma ● Diabetes Testing ● Summer Hazards Quiz Recent Food Recalls 3/26/21 – Midwestern Pet Foods (55+ Brands) 3/16/21 – Bravo Packing, Inc. 1/17/21 – Mars Petcare UK (Several Products) 11/13/20 – Albright’s Raw Chicken Recipe HEALTH ALERT #1 Here’s What To Do When You See A Dog In A Hot Car There have already … Read more

Two Friends Open An Innovative “Doggie Health Hub” Together

Most dogs don’t exactly enjoy their visits to the groomer. A new more holistic approach or “healing grooming” may help soothe some of their anxieties. At least, that’s the idea behind Groucho’s in the northeastern U.K. Friends Paula Goodrick and Jennifer Robb partnered on an exciting new dog health and hygiene venture. The two run Groucho’s, an unconventional grooming salon and “doggie health hub.” Their goal is to work with nature to offer an all-around dog health treatment facility. Goodrick … Read more

Sweetest Senior Golden Saved From Dog Meat Festival

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

Hospitalized Woman’s Dog Gets Adopted Without Her Consent

During a woman’s hospital stay, she was told that her dog would be safe. Instead, she found out that her best friend was put up for adoption while she was away. After a nervous breakdown, emergency medical workers escorted Denise McCurrie to the hospital, where she stayed for about two weeks. With no one else to watch her 6-year-old Schnauzer named Roscoe, a New York animal care center stepped in. Yet, McCurrie soon found out that they’d let an animal … Read more

Man Refuses To Eat Or Sleep Until His Stolen Service Dog Comes Home

Aaron Morris was left devastated when his car was stolen with his beloved service dog inside. Aaron left his keys in the ignition to keep his pup cool while he was in Dollar General, only to discover his car missing when he exited. Aaron struggles with his mental health each day, and his service dog Jolene is the only one who can raise him up. The pair are attached at the hip, which is why Aaron brought her along on … Read more

Petting A Therapy Dog Benefits Students For Weeks, Study Finds

We all know that petting a dog has many great benefits for humans. Everything feels more uplifting with a dog curled up beside you. Now, that happiness we feel while petting a dog is backed up by science. A study from AERA Open revealed that the benefits of petting a therapy dog can last for up to six weeks, making it the perfect cure for stressed college students. Your doctor probably won’t give you a prescription for petting a dog, … Read more

Pet Insurance: Here’s What Every Dog Owner Should Know

While pet insurance is not new (the first pet insurance in the United States covered TV star Lassie in 1982), it is starting to become far more popular. Some businesses are even starting to offer it as a benefit to attract and keep pet-loving employees. Still, less than 1% of the approximately 179 million pets in America are covered by pet insurance. If you want to skip ahead to instantly see what the best pet insurance options are for your … Read more

Buddy Dogs Help Children With Sight Loss Visualize A Brighter Future

Becoming a guide dog for a visually impaired human is one of the most important tasks a pooch can take on. For this reason, the training is rigorous, and not all pups who enter the program make it to graduation. But that doesn’t mean these dogs can’t put their training to good use! In the case of Buddy Dogs, some tiny flaw in their health or behavior prevents them from becoming seeing-eye dogs. So they work with children instead. What … Read more

Golden Retriever Adopts Orphaned Lamb As Her Own Curly Puppy

Benny the Lamb, also known as Bennedict CurlyPatch, thinks he’s a puppy. That’s because his birth mother rejected him, so a Golden Retriever named Lily stepped up to adopt him. They might look like an unusual pair, but they are incredibly happy together. Videos of Benny and Lily’s relationship have gone viral. She helped the little sheep get over the rejection from his own kind, which is a heartwarming and beautiful thing. Followers hope that this mother and son duo … Read more

U.S. Army Veteran & Military K9 Reunite To Enjoy Their Retirement Together

Some goodbyes are harder than others, especially when you’re unsure if you’ll see each other again. For Spc. Michael Steponovich, the hardest part about leaving the Army was parting ways with a special K9. Popeye the 7-year-old German Shepherd, was his bomb-sniffing K9 partner for about 18 months, and the two developed a very close bond during that time. Now, the Army veteran is finally getting a chance to reunite with his furry friend—for good this time. Both of them … Read more

Don’t Return Your Pandemic Rescue Dog To A Shelter – Do This Instead

When the pandemic hit, pet adoptions surged. It makes sense that lonely, isolated people would want a new furry friend to hang out with. Sadly, many adopters made these relationships temporary and have been returning their pandemic rescue animals in 2021. Aron Jones, executive director of Moms and Mutts Colorado Rescue (MAMCO), told Huffington Post that 62 dogs have been returned to the rescue since February 2021. Of these dogs, 39 were adopted between March and July of 2020. For … Read more

Vegan Couple Claims To Love Animals Yet Their Dogs Were Sick and Suffering

An Australian couple faces multiple charges and fines after several drop-ins from the RSPCA confirmed reports that both of their five-month-old Bull Arab puppies were sick and suffering. RSPCA investigators made more than one visit and reported that Roo and Ula were underweight, unable to stand, and crying out in pain. Roo had even injured one of his back legs when jumping off a couch and had been fitted with a homemade cast. The couple explained that they used instructions … Read more

Revolutionary New Way To Eliminate Dog Poop And Stop Porch Pirates

Do you have a problem with jerk porch pirates stealing your stuff? Are you at the end of your tape roll trying to figure out how to stop them? Well, Jason Harvey has a solution for you! When his Des Moines, Iowa home became a repeated target for porch pirates, Jason got tired of watching the brazen thieves steal his packages. As he was walking his dog, Jason came up with an innovative solution to deal with the thieves. The … Read more

Disabled US Army Veteran Struggles With PTSD After Loss Of His Service Dog

We here in the USA enjoy freedoms people elsewhere can only dream of. But our freedom comes at a price, and it’s paid by the brave men and women of our armed forces who selflessly put themselves in the service of the rest of us. They protect the rights and freedoms of people who can’t protect themselves. For the sake of a better world, they leave the comforts of home, friends, and family to sacrifice life and limb. Sometimes, they … Read more

Pit Bulls Take Over Instagram To Reclaim Their Image

Pit Bulls are some of the sweetest, most charming creatures you’ll ever meet. But sadly, not everyone sees them that way. For decades, Pit Bull type dogs have been known as “mean,” “aggressive,” and “scary.” Yet, anyone who’s lived with a Pit Bull knows this couldn’t be further from the truth. So, Pit Bull influencers are turning to Instagram to change the way the world sees these dogs. With one cute post at a time, these social media famous pups … Read more

Grieving 6-Year-Old Invites Passerby & Dog To Her Father’s Funeral

I hope you have your tissues handy because this one’s a doozy! Young children should never have to mourn the loss of their parents. Sadly, it is too often a fact of life as it was with Raelynn Nast. The 6-year-old Greenwood, Arkansas girl recently lost her father, Davey, to colon cancer. He was only 41-years-old. This loss was particularly hard on Raelynn. Her father’s funeral was held last month, but the story of what happened there has just recently … Read more

Tuckered Out Pittie Pup Has A Cozy Car Nap With His Fave

Nino is a lovable 8-month-old Pittie that takes advantage of every nap opportunity he gets. After a long day spent at the beach with his favorite humans, he couldn’t help but pass out in an adorable way. Kamilla Ferreira adopted Nino when he was just 4 months old. He quickly became the talk of the neighborhood due to his friendly personality, greeting everyone he meets with an eager tail wag and a kiss. “People sometimes get scared of his tough … Read more

They Call Them “Shrooms” For Dogs – And They Help Boost Their Immune System

What if I told you your dog could use some shrooms in their diet? Yes, of course, “shrooms” is a loaded term for us humans who think of a certain psychoactive kind of “magic mushroom.” But do you know about “shrooms” for dogs – Reishi Mushrooms – and the myriad of ways they can help your dog’s health and immunity? Let’s dive a little deeper into what these “shrooms” are and why giving your dog Reishi Mushroom supplements can be … Read more

Shelter Pooch Who Saved A Lost Boy Is Up For A Hero Dog Award

In December 2019, Sasha the shelter dog saved the life of a young boy. A neighbor had lost their 10-year-old son with Down Syndrome, and Sasha was able to use her incredible nose to locate him. Now, Gina Silvestri hopes she can use Sasha’s brave spirit to help more dogs in need. She nominated her furry friend for the American Humane Hero Dog Awards in the shelter dog category. She hopes that winning this award will help encourage more people … Read more

The Healthy Hound Newsletter #64

In This Issue

● Are Small Dogs More Aggressive?
● Does Aggression Increase With Age?
● New Mom Euthanizes “Aggressive” Dog
● Are Grumpy Dogs Smarter?
● Every First Letter Capitalized
● May Is Microchip Month

Irish President’s Pup Steals The Spotlight During Somber Tribute

If you ever meet Michael D. Higgins, the president of Ireland, you can expect to meet his dogs too. His Bernese Mountain Dogs have always had a reputation of stealing the show. And now, the newest pup in the family has joined in. During a tribute to deceased actor Tom Hickey, Misneach the puppy stood right beside Higgins, just out of frame. While Higgins appears serious during his speech, a behind-the-scenes video reveals a different perspective: Misneach vigorously licking and … Read more

Couple Pursues Suspect On A 50-Mile Chase To Find Their Stolen Dog

James and Amber Holda have gone through a roller coaster of events to bring their lost dog home. The Virginia Beach family has a 1-year-old Pit Bull mix named Claire. Claire is playful and loving, but sometimes she’s a little too curious. One day, the pup squeezed through a crack in the fence and ventured into the front yard. Video footage shows her approach a strange vehicle, only to have a person come out and snatch her. The Holdas were … Read more

Former Bait Pit Bull Carries Security Blanket For Comfort

Bub the rescue Pit Bull started his life as a bait dog in a dogfighting ring. When he was rescued, he was terrified and traumatized. He was also incredibly underweight and covered in infections. For those reasons, he was put at the top of the kill list at his shelter. Luckily, someone “rescued” him moments before he was euthanized, but they only kept him in their garage and neglected him. But what a difference love and care can make! Since … Read more

Three-Legged Dog Hit By Van Learns To Walk Upright

I’ll never forget how terrified and devastated I was when I first heard that my mom’s dog, Teddy, was hit by a car. One of the lucky ones, he came away from the accident with a broken leg. Teddy has that particular doggie resilience, and amazingly within a few days he was already learning how to leap on furniture with his full leg cast. A brave Brittany Spaniel named Dexter from Colorado showed a similar determination. His accident, however, was … Read more

Adoring Golden Squeezes Under Car To Hug Her Handy Human

Most of us know that our pups will go to great lengths to get our attention. A Golden Retriever in Australia did exactly that, and would not let anything stand between her and her fur dad! Goldens seem to be affectionate by nature, but some are even more cuddly than others. This Golden couldn’t bear being away from her fur dad while he worked on his car, and quickly took matters into her own paws. At the beginning of the … Read more

MOLD WARNING: Zuke’s Mini Naturals Dog Treats

Pet parents may want to check their pantries – Zuke’s is voluntarily removing all of their Mini Naturals treats from store shelves after customers reported the presence of mold inside the package. “We’re pet parents, too, and only want the best for our four-legged family members. For this reason, we are proactively and voluntarily removing Zuke’s Mini Naturals from store shelves as well as various online retailers, due to a quality issue with a recent batch of products.” If you … Read more

Flight Attendant Helps Reunite Veterans With Their Retired Service Dogs

When dogs who serve in the armed forces complete their military service, they’re often given up for adoption. Sometimes the soldiers they worked with and grew close to are given first priority, but it’s not quite that simple. Bringing a dog back to their handlers overseas costs thousands of dollars. Luckily, there’s Molli Oliver. Oliver works as a flight attendant for United Air, but her real passion is reuniting these brave dogs with their partners. She’s already brought four dogs … Read more

Marine Finally Reunites With Injured Dog He Rescued Overseas

As someone who ended up rescuing a foster, I understand how hard it can be to let go of an animal you’ve cared for. When a special bond forms, you just can’t imagine saying goodbye. Frustratingly for a U.S. Marine who bonded with the abandoned dog he rescued overseas, taking her home wasn’t so simple. Luckily, an organization dedicated to solving this particular problem stepped in to ensure these two didn’t have to be apart. The story of their bond … Read more

Non-Profit Honors Army Veteran With Service Dog

It’s no secret that when soldiers return from combat, their lives are often changed. Adjusting to a new normal can be extremely difficult. This is especially true for veterans who have seen and lived through unimaginable circumstances. Sadly, civilian society can quickly feel overwhelming. Even everyday tasks can feel like moving mountains. As you may have learned yourself, dogs are often a source of comfort. Dogs help heal our hearts and bring peace to our minds. They help our beloved … Read more

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