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Community Finds Missing Golden Retriever After Rollover Accident

A family from Woodhaven, Michigan had a string of back luck recently. But, as they say, every cloud has a silver lining. The Stevensons were on their way to spend Christmas morning with their family. Unfortunately, they hit a slick spot on the interstate which resulted in a rollover accident. The slick spot sent their car flying as it flipped a few times before coming to a stop. With The Good Comes The Bad The silver lining is that nobody … Read more

Labrador Kicked Out Of Guide Dog Training Ends Up Shining In New Career As A Therapy Dog

They say when one door closes, another one opens. Well this saying proved true when an adorable Labrador named River was sacked from her training as a guide dog for her love of chasing squirrels, and in turn found her way to a new career. Related: Top Internet Dog Training Courses While River appeared to be wonderful candidate for a career as a guide dog, she began to raise some eyebrows when her love of chasing squirrels was able to … Read more

Three-Legged Puppy Shares Second Chance At Life With Fellow Survivor

Tragedy struck an Ohio family twice. Just over a year ago, Andrew Allen was hit by a car while crossing the road. This happened just days after his 2-year-old brother lost his battle with brain cancer. The circumstances were unimaginable. As Andrew laid in the hospital in a coma and dependent upon life support, his family prepared to say their goodbyes. Surviving And Thriving The odds were stacked against Andrew. He was hit by multiple cars and suffered a traumatic … Read more

Dedicated Dog Rescuer Turns Her Home Into A Handicapped-Pup Sanctuary

About 12 years ago, Claire-Louise Nixon rescued her very first special needs dog that was in danger of being let go without rescue intervention. Though caring for this handicapped puppy was an experience like no other, this Milton Keynes resident had no idea that the love and dedication to this one pup would open the door to a long future in animal rescue. After the rescue of her first special needs resident, a tiny Cocker Spaniel named Thomas Cook with … Read more

Rescue Is Determined To Get Injured, Abandoned Dog Back On His Feet

A pair of unrestrained canine brothers, 6 month old “Dale” and 5-6 year old “Brennan” (yes, as in “Step Brothers” best buds,) took a jaunt together one day in December. On their trip, a car struck Brennan, badly injuring him. Dale refused to leave his suffering brother’s side. That’s how Pasco County Animal Services found them, side by side in the road. Foster organization Maxx And Me Rescue wrote on Facebook about the trauma these dogs suffered together. Brennan especially suffered … Read more

Foster Failure With Sad Past Becomes Shelter Helper Dog

Yuri’s story begins like that of so many other shelter dogs. She arrived to the Cuyahoga County Animal Shelter in Valley View, Ohio in bad shape. She had pneumonia, scars on her back and legs, was heartworm positive, and pregnant. Deputy Dog Warden Amanda Kopec had a soft spot for Yuri right away. Little did she know that Yuri would bloom into a talented resource for the shelter and would wiggle her way into Kopec’s life for good as a foster … Read more

The Healthy Hound Newsletter #10

In This Issue

● All About Dog Farts
● A Strange Discovery In A Shelter Dog’s Mouth
● Protect Your Dog During Holiday Fireworks
● Behavior: Myths About Dog Aggression
● Vet Corner: What Happens In “The Back”?
● Reader Q: Why Are My Dog’s Eyes Irritated?

Artist Turns Old Tires Into Dog Beds For Stray

As important as the environment is, many people won’t go out of their way to reuse and recycle. This was especially clear to artist Amarildo Silva when he noticed how many discarded tires were scattered around Brazil. He also noticed how many stray dogs there were. In fact, the number of abandoned animals in his area greatly outnumbers the amount of homeless people. Luckily, Silva came up with a brilliant way to address both issues. Whenever Silva walked around the … Read more

Study: Dogs Have The Brains To Understand Numbers

Even though they’ve been our closest pals for thousands of years, there’s still so much about dogs we don’t know. How much can they really understand and relate to us? Do they have any idea what we’re talking about at all? At the very least we now know they can understand numbers… sort of. A new scientific study has demonstrated some really interesting things about mammals’ relationship with numbers. More specifically, it shows that dogs, like humans and some primates, … Read more

iHeartDogs Community Shows Off Their Beautiful Dog Tattoos

Dogs are an important part of our lives. They stay with us forever in our hearts whether they’re with us today or not. That’s why many dog lovers have decided to get a tattoo as a permanent memory of their furry friend. Some of these memories are simple paw prints while others are colorful portraits. Either way, it’s clear that dog parents love to show off their dog tattoos to honor their best friends. In fact, there are many amazing … Read more

The Healthy Hound Newsletter #9

In This Issue

● Dog Mom Warns About Toxic Mushrooms
● Stray Walks Through The Right Door
● Designer Puppy Scam
● Why Dogs Are Willing To Die For Us
● Vet Corner: All About Microchips
● 2020 Resolutions You Can Share With Your Dog

Tiny Two-Legged Puppy Has A Need For Speed In Her Custom Wheels

Lovey Loaves is a rescue dedicated to the rehabilitation of dogs with special needs. When the odds are stacked against these wonderful pups, Lovey Loaves swoops in and gives them the care they need to succeed. With a record of transforming an array of incredible canines, it’s no wonder this organization was the first to hear of a tiny two-legged puppy that could benefit from their expertise. Cheri Wells of the Lovey Loaves Rescue was contacted on the night before … Read more

91 Dogs Take Cross-Country Flight For Second Chances

Life is going to change for the better this week for nearly 100 shelter dogs. Their holiday miracle came in the shape of an airplane! These lucky dogs took flight this week from North Texas to various shelters across the United States. The goal is to find them their furever families, and these patient pups certainly deserve it! Flights To Freedom For Nearly 100 Deserving Doggos According to nbcdfw.com, 91 dogs left Dallas-Fort Worth Airport this week with destinations in … Read more

They Had Given Up On This Sweet Dog With Cancer, But You Gave Him His Second Chance

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. “Chief entered the high-kill Lancaster Shelter in California with a cancerous growth on his tail. He was such a gentle dog, but nobody wanted him. The shelter gave only 48 hours before he was going to be euthanized. “But enter our friends Vicki and Lori of Hands Paws & Hearts, who thankfully came to … Read more

Transport Gives Strays Found On Farm A Second Chance

iHeartDogs works closely with GreaterGood by donating part of each sale to their various charity efforts. One of these organizations, Animal Lifeline, provides transport for dogs in risky situations to second chances elsewhere. Thanks to customers like you, Animal Lifeline is able to make a difference for many dogs in need! Amos and Andy are just two of those dogs. On a rural farm in Tennessee, two skinny and malnourished sibling pups (now named Amos and Andy) were caught chasing the … Read more

MMA Fighter Battles For Rescue Dogs Outside The Ring

When professional MMA fighter, Audrey Wolfe steps into the Fury Fighting Championship ring on Friday, December 20, she’ll wear the iHeartDogs logo, and we’re proud to be in her corner. For Audrey, the sentiment represents more than just a sponsorship. In addition to her rigorous training schedule, the Women’s Featherweight Champion hopeful also fights for homeless dogs. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Audrey Drew Wolfe (@audreydwolfe) on Dec 13, 2019 at 1:25pm PST Audrey grew … Read more

10 Dogs In A Texas Shelter Were Set To Be Euthanized Until The Public Stepped Up To Save Them All

Colorado City, Texas is one of those places where city laws put stray dogs at risk of euthanasia. This past week, 10 dogs residing at the City Of Colorado City Animal Control were at risk of being put down. This is not an uncommon problem, tragically. A city ordinance dictates the admitted dogs can stay at the shelter for just 5 days. However, that timeline can be extended if individuals or other rescue organizations express interest in taking the dogs. … Read more

Man Rushes To The Rescue When A Pomeranian’s Leash Gets Trapped In Elevator Doors

In a recent video, Johnny Mathis came out of the elevator at his apartment home in Texas. He had parked in the underground garage, so he used the elevator to make his way back up to the ground floor, which is where his apartment was. He never expected to be a hero that day, but when he saw a dog in danger, he knew he had to think fast. That’s what caused him to save the life of a sweet … Read more

The Healthy Hound Newsletter #8

In This Issue

● Potentially Dangerous Flea & Tick Products
● How To Avoid A Coyote Attack
● Community Raises Funds For Sick Puppy
● Help Your Anxious Dog Tackle The Holidays
● Dangerous Gifts Dog Parents Should Avoid
● 10 Canine Christmas Cookie Recipes

Sorry, But This All Dog Nativity Play Is Better Than Yours

If you’re planning on putting up a Nativity play this year, you’ve got some real big shoes to fill. The best Nativity play I’ve ever seen happened in England with the cutest cast of actors: all dogs. And lucky for us all that event was captured on camera. Wags to Riches, a family grooming service, has absolutely mastered the art of the group dog photo. This, as many of us dog people know, is no easy feat. Thank goodness for … Read more

Senior Dog Adopted Then Abandoned Tied To A Rail 48 Hours Later

At 11-years-old, Max was dropped off at The Animal Care and Control Team of Philadelphia (ACCT Philly) when his family moved away. It seemed like the pup was getting a second chance to live out his golden years in a loving home when he was adopted again. But just 48 hours later, the neighbor of a volunteer discovered him tied to a rail in the cold, abandoned. That volunteer, Monica S. da Costa, was both heartbroken and repulsed by Max’s abandonment, … Read more

Shelters Notice More Families Surrendering Senior Dogs To Buy Puppies Instead

There is a disturbing national trend of dog parents surrendering their senior dogs just to purchase a puppy instead. It’s a horrible reality that many shelters have been noticing, especially around the holidays. However, older dogs often need familiarity and comfort the most. So, many people are wondering how any dog parent could do something so horrible. It’s a difficult situation for any dog lover to understand, but Pam Peebles, the executive director of the Thomas J. O’Connor Animal Control … Read more

UPDATE: Boomer Won’t Spend One More Thanksgiving In A Shelter!

Just a few weeks ago, we shared a story with you about a longterm shelter resident’s sad second consecutive Thanksgiving in an Ohio shelter. Today I’m thrilled to present this update: The rest of 7-year-old Boomer’s holidays will be spent with a loving family. Allison Black adopted Boomer from Richland County Dog Warden’s Office & Shelter on December 3rd, the shelter proudly shared on Facebook. The pure joy on both faces is obvious. Right away, Black reported how happy Boomer … Read more

Santa’s Elves Are Delivering Adopted Dogs On The Pawlar Express This Christmas And It’s Something To Bark About!

Grand Prairie, Texas is delivering special packages this holiday season. The Prairie Paws Adoption Center is promising to bring the magic of Christmas to any family who adopts a new four-legged family member on December 21st or 22nd. It’s creatively called the Pawlar Express! It’s an exciting collaboration they’ve created alongside the big man himself! Find A New BFF Then Let Santa’s Elves Do The Rest Hitching a ride on the Pawlar Express for your new family member is simple. Step … Read more

Oklahoma Woman Reunited With Dog She Hasn’t Seen In 10 Years

Yet again, here a microchip comes to save the day! A senior Boxer admitted as a stray to OKC Animal Welfare this week had her microchip scanned with help from the company that made it. According to the scan, there hadn’t been any information updates to it in a decade, so staff assumed they wouldn’t be able to get in contact with the person registered to it. They gave it a shot nonetheless. When they did get in contact with Crystal Fentress, … Read more

Man Spends His Life Carting Homeless Dogs Around The Country To New Families

Sometimes you see something unusual on the road but don’t think much of it. Fortunately, blogger and photographer The Yogi Photographer was so struck by something he saw near Oaxaca, Mexico, he had to know more. On Facebook, he shared a short documentary about a 49-year-old man he encountered pushing a large cart along the side of the road. The cart was both surrounded by and full of dogs. Naturally, this curious sight stirred up a few questions, so the man told … Read more

The Healthy Hound Newsletter #7

In This Issue

● Recent Food Recalls
● Puppy Defies All Odds
● Dangers Of Retractable Leashes
● A New Way To Calculate Dog Age
● What Vets Wish Every Dog Owner Knew
● Why Take A Healthy Dog To The Vet?
● Canine Holiday Hazards

Woman Helps Save Puppies Stranded in the Snow

Kat Perry and Cory Holt were going for a typical sledding trip at the Ant Flat area in Utah. They never expected to be heroes that day, but when they came across an unexpected surprise, they knew they had to help. While they were sledding, they came across a beautiful Great Pyrenees curled around three young puppies. The dogs seemed to be stuck out in the middle of the snow. It was clear that they wanted help, but they were … Read more

21 Cyber Monday Deals For Dog Lovers

It’s time for holiday shopping! Next week is one of the best times to not just buy gifts, but anything you’ve been wanting on sale. We have a fantastic list of holiday gift items for your dog and the dog lover in your life, as well as must-have essentials (like treats!) that you can stock up on at unbelievable prices. #1 – Give Warmth™ Durable Fleece Blanket (Every Blanket Sold Donates One to a Homeless Dog) Was $34.99, Now $24.99. … Read more

Adoptable Dog Spends Second Thanksgiving In Ohio Shelter

Thanksgiving is a favorite among holidays because it’s so family-focused. We see and embrace our loved ones and express our gratitude. We spend the day basking in the love we’re blessed to be surrounded by. Sadly, not everyone has a family to gather with. In fact, dogs living in shelters don’t even have anywhere else to go. An animal shelter is not the ideal place to spend the holidays, but that’s exactly where a black dog named Boomer (short for Boomerang) found … Read more

The Healthy Hound Newsletter #6

In This Issue

● Holiday Gifts For Healthy, Happy Dogs
● Signs Of Doggy Dementia
● World’s Oldest Dog
● Teaching An Old Dog New Tricks
● Vet Corner: Tips For Senior Dog Care
● Reader Q: How To Know When It’s Your Dog’s “Time”

7 Ways Your Kids Can Volunteer At A Shelter

Volunteers are an absolutely essential component to an animal shelter’s success. Just ask any shelter director, veterinarian, or staffer. They will tell you that it would be impossible to keep up with the shelter’s demands without the help of dedicated and big-hearted volunteers. It takes a whole lotta love and hard work to keep homeless dogs safe, healthy, and happy while waiting to go home with a forever family. Children stand to benefit in immeasurable and innumerable ways through volunteer … Read more

Blind Man Gets Beautiful Responses When He Asks People To Describe Their Dogs

Stephen Shkuratoff from Calgary, Canada loves dogs. He enjoys meeting and getting to know new dogs, and he often shares photos of himself with different dogs on Facebook. However, as much as Shkuratoff adores them, he is blind, so he is unable to see how adorable they are. So, he reached out to the Dogspotting Society group on Facebook to find out how other dogs lovers would describe their furry friends. Shkuratoff made a post asking others to describe their … Read more

20 Holiday Gifts for a Healthier & Happier Dog

#20 – Joint relief for older dogs: Contains joint lubricating glucosamine, chondroitin, MSM, and turmeric ($29.99) #19 – The Perfect “Toy” for an Anxious Pup ($9.99) If your pup spends part of the day away from you, odds are they crave your smell. In fact, its been found that your smell has a calming effect on your dog. This toy, known as the Comfort Cuddler, allows you to leave a small article of clothing or your pillow case with … Read more

21 Black Friday & Cyber Monday Deals For Dog Lovers

UPDATE: Great news! All of the deals below are LIVE now! Get a head start on your holiday shopping! It’s time for holiday shopping! Next week is one of the best times to not just buy gifts, but anything you’ve been wanting on sale. We have a fantastic list of holiday gift items for your dog and the dog lover in your life, as well as must-have essentials (like treats!) that you can stock up on at unbelievable prices. #1 … Read more

Pet Photography Couple Is Traveling The US In 2020 To Raise Money For Animal Charities

Mary and Adam Goldberg are an ambitious couple with a goal of raising $100,000 for animal charities in 2020. Having already raised $160,000 in previous years with their talent for capturing unique pet portraits, we have no doubt that they will reach their goal and more! AGoldPhoto Pet Photography was formed in 2016 on accident when Adam Goldberg stumbled upon his love of photographing animals at their local animal shelter. Adam worked for the Humane Society of Broward County from … Read more

Study Shows Raising A Dog Makes Relationships Happier And Your Partner Sexier

If you’re reading this, then you’re probably the kind of person who nearly breaks out in song at the sight of any doggo. At the very least, you have urges to give them all the belly rubs. If you’re in a relationship then you may feel the same way about your partner- especially if they emptied the dishwasher that day. But, in the event that your relationship needed a little boost of happiness, there’s hope! Want A Happy Relationship? Adopt … Read more

Fed Up Rescuer Writes Open Letter To Person Who Dumped 2 Dogs

It can be exhausting hearing all the stories about abandoned dogs. It sometimes seems like there’s a neverending stream of unloved pups pouring out into the streets as people just dump them when they don’t want them any more. But if we’ve learned anything reading all these stories, it’s that for every human who abandons a dog, there are others who are willing to help. Heroes don’t look the way they do in comics, or in movies based on comics. … Read more

Terminally Ill Little Girl That Spent Her Life Advocating For Dogs Has Passed Away

When it comes to animal advocates, Emma was as passionate as they come! In lieu of the gifts she was offered during her battle with cancer, she wanted only one thing: to help as many dogs as she could. In early 2019, Emma was diagnosed with a DIPG Brain Tumor which affected her brain stem. After a 10 month long battle with this aggressive illness, she passed away in the arms of her mom and dad. Within days of her … Read more

Scientists Need 10,000 Dogs To Help Them Study Canine Aging

What would you do to help all dogs live longer? Would you fill out surveys about your pooch? Send in DNA samples and vials of poop? Scientists for the Dog Aging Project certainly hope so. They’re counting on 10,000 dog lovers to volunteer their pups for a five year study on canine aging. The project is the largest-ever study on how dogs age. It will rely on pup parents to provide data such as veterinary records, DNA samples, gut microbes … Read more

You Saved These Dogs From a High-Kill Shelter and Helped Them Find Forever Homes!

When you purchase items from the iHeartDogs store, part of the sale is donated to Greater Good. Greater Good supports lots of different charities, many of which help dogs in need. So, thanks to amazing customers like you, lots of dogs have had happier lives and some have even been saved because of you. Two of those dogs are Marty and Ace. Marty and Ace are two sweet dogs that ended up at the high-kill Visalia Shelter in California. The … Read more

Sade Was Nursed To Health And Found Her Forever Home Because Of You!

iHeartdogs works closely with The Greater Good by donating part of each sale to their various charity efforts. One of the charities, Rescue Bank, works to donate quality dog food to shelters and rescues who are in need. Some organizations could not run without the kind donations from organizations like this, and that’s why your donations are so appreciated. The What We Do For The Love Of Pets Rescue is just one of the many rescues that benefit from the … Read more

Two Adoptable Dogs’ Rescue From A High-Kill Shelter In Mexico Was The Beginning Of A 1,000 Mile Plus Journey

Part of every sale through theiHeartDogs store is donated to GreaterGood, which helps support various charities. Stories like the one below are made possible with your help! Check out all the animals iHeartDogs fans and shoppers like you have helped save here. Just like people, sometimes dogs are born into unfortunate circumstances and need some help getting to a better place. Out of convenience, good fluffy boys and girls are brought to high-kill and over capacity shelters where they have small chances from … Read more

Loveable Pitbull Made Amazing Recovery With Help From You And GreaterGood.org

It may be hard to believe now but Buddy’s life changed the day he wandered into someone’s yard. Buddy was emaciated and his paw pads were bloody. It was evident that Buddy hadn’t known a good life. He was severely malnourished and flinched whenever anyone tried to help. It was safe to assume he had a heartbreaking life of abuse and neglect. His bloody paws suggested that his previous owner had heartlessly dumped him in a rural area, probably with … Read more

Pregnant Dog Gets New Family, New Job, And A Whole New Life

Aggie was found as a stray and she was terrified, hungry, and all alone. Luckily, she was picked up and taken to the Tulare County Animal Shelter in Visalia, California. The shelter believed Aggie to be a Shiba Inu and Welsh Corgi mix. Unfortunately, nobody was showing any interest in Aggie despite her loving eyes and heart-melting face. It’s a mystery why that was the case because she is absolutely adorable! There seemed to be little hope for sweet little … Read more

After Losing His Dog Man Goes To Shelter, Adopting All The Dogs Nobody Wanted

From Darkness into the Light After a hard loss of one of his fur babies that left an emptiness he just couldn’t fill, Steve Greig had the heartwarming and inspiring idea to go to the local shelter and adopt the “least adoptable” dog they had. Steve told the Dodo, “I was just so distraught about [that death]. A month or two went by and I still felt so horrible about it. I decided that the only way I would feel … Read more

Maintenance Worker Can’t Help But Play With Tenant’s Adorable Dog Before Leaving

The trend of dog-friendly work places is on the rise, and I’ve got to say that I’m personally all for it. Breaking up a long work day with some snuggles and pats sure makes the rest of it easier. Plus there’s plenty of proof that playing with a dog is immensely therapeutic. Not everyone has an office or regular workplace to go to, however. Some people’s workplace happens to be other people’s homes. The best part about that is the … Read more

Powerful Ad Campaign Shows How Dogs Can Change Our Lives

If you share your life and your home with a dog then you probably don’t need any convincing about how great they are. Pedigree is hoping to get the word out too so everyone knows just how much a dog can enhance our lives. Their ad campaign is doing a great job of tugging on the heartstrings, making us laugh, and bringing a tear to our eyes all at once. Changing Our Hearts, Our Perception, And Our Lives The ad … Read more

Man Adopts Terrified Shelter Dog And Gives Her The Life She Deserves

Howard Holloman visited the local shelter, hoping to change a dog’s life for the better. When he looked at all the adoptable pups, many of them pawed at their enclosures as he walked by. They were all adorable, but once he saw Noodles, he knew she was the one. Unlike the other energetic dogs, Noodles hid in the corner of the area, staring at the wall. She made no effort to get Holloman to choose her, but his choice was … Read more

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