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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
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
Families donning matching outfits for photo ops is nothing new. Countless photo sessions have been held with everyone in the fam sporting the same or similar outfits. In the last few years there has been an explosion in the matching family Christmas pajamas industry. Social media feeds are filled with an endless array of advertisements or snapshots of cute families decked out more festively than the very halls they pose in. https://www.instagram.com/p/B4aMXDClCrD/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link Finally, your holiday cards and family photos sessions … Read more
Fargo Brewing Company and 4 Luv of Dog rescue joined forces to promote the rescue group’s “one-der” dogs to potential fosters and adopters. These specially chosen rescue dogs will do best in a home where they get to be the only pet, hence the moniker “one-der’ dog. These dogs have a more limited pool of potential adopters since they have to be an only pet. To give them the extra exposure they need to find a foster or forever home, … Read more
Last week a kind-hearted citizen stumbled upon a nursing mother that was tied to a gate. Whoever tied her up left just enough room for her to lay and nurse her puppies, but offered no other assistance in terms of survival. Lacking food and water, she wouldn’t have survived much longer. The citizen immediately contacted the ISPCA as soon as she was found, and help rushed to the scene. When the rescue workers arrived, they couldn’t believe how anyone could … Read more
In This Issue
● Recent Recalls
● Yelling Is Bad For Your Dog’s Mental Health
● Vet Brings Dog “Back From The Dead”
● Dog Learns To “Talk” By Stepping On Buttons
● Tips For A Well-Behaved Dog On Thanksgiving
● Vet Corner: Recognizing Antifreeze Poisoning
● Thanksgiving Recipes To Share With Your Dog
1. My Dog Brings Me Joy Sterling Silver Bracelet Wear this gorgeous sterling silver (925) bracelet to be reminded of all the joy and love your dog brings you every day. Joy My very best day Is any day I spend with you Hoping to learn the way You love so pure and true. You’re always by my side I know I’ll never be alone You brightened up my life And made this house a home. 2. My Angel … Read more
When you think of unicorn, you usually think of a mythical white horse with a horn, right? Well you’re not wrong, but the word “unicorn” is also used to represent something that’s beautiful and rare. A little rescue puppy named Narwhal is sort of a mix of both of those descriptions. A rescue in Jackson, Missouri picked up a tiny puppy with a slight foot injury off the freezing streets in early November. That’s when they discovered it had a … Read more
Your days of leaving your pup behind to head to your favorite amusement park are over. It’s a dogs turn to soak in the fun now! A festival that’s being named the “Disneyland For Dogs” is making it’s way to Texas in 2020, and it is bringing with it a ton of furry fun. Puptopia is ready to take the dog world by storm. Puptopia is promising an array of fun activities that are sure to get your dog up … Read more
In This Issue
● Recent Recalls
● K9 Blood Donors
● Paralyzed Dog Recovers
● Treating Joint Pain Naturally
● Performing A K9 Cancer Check
● Vet Corner: Dangerous Dog Chews
● Reader Q: Why Is My Dog Afraid Of People?
Alice Mayn’s passion for senior dogs started back in 2007 when she met Lily, a 12-year-old Golden Retriever. Lily was brought to a shelter in Sonoma County, California, and Mayn fell in love with this sweet dog right away. So, she decided to foster her. Mayn only spent a total of four months with Lily, but this amazing senior dog changed her life. This experience caused Mayn to want to help out as many senior dogs as she could from … Read more
Kayla Denney took over the Taft Animal Control Center less than one year ago. When she came to the shelter in Taft, Texas, it was a sad mess. They were euthanizing nearly 100% of the dogs seeking refuge there. She completely devoted herself to the task of finding forever homes for the dogs in her shelter and her efforts have seriously paid off. For her efforts, she has been awarded the 2019 National ‘Unsung Hero” Award by Petco. Wednesdays Were “Kill … Read more
City living with a dog brings an entirely extra set of challenges: where to live, where to safely walk your pals, and more. Many cities are still not properly equipped to handle those challenges. The cities that are really built for dog families are being recognized, however. Mars Petcare created the Better Cities For Pets™ program in 2017 with the goal of making cities more pet-friendly. A city’s certification is based on many factors, including availability of pet-friendly housing, green … Read more
Nova was surrendered to a local animal shelter after she had been bitten by another dog. Her wounds were infected, and she was given 3 hours before she would be euthanized due to her injury. Thankfully, Love Leo Rescue came to Nova’s aid. A foster from Love Leo Rescue picked up Nova from the shelter and rushed her to their regular veterinarian. She had never seen a puppy with a face so swollen and had no idea how much care … Read more
Fido is a 4-year-old Jack Russell Terrier mix. Sadly, he has been at a shelter for 3 years of his life. When he was just a puppy, he was brought to ALIVE Rescue in Chicago. His first family loved him very much, but they surrendered him because they said having a dog around was too overwhelming for them. The staff at ALIVE Rescue have closely bonded with Fido, but he is still searching for a loving place to call home. … Read more
When people follow their passion, good things happen. In the case of Gloria Gilbert Stoga, following her heart brought together inmates, puppies, and community members in need and the end result is changed lives. After reading an article about a veterinarian in Florida who recruited prison inmates to train seeing eye dogs, she was immediately inspired. She quit her job and aimed her sights on giving people in and out of prison a new lease on life. Puppies Behind Bars … Read more
Dogs have been documented in daily life for almost all of recorded time. With their impressive working skills and fierce loyalty, it’s no surprise that there are records of dogs serving in battle as far back as 600 BC. Dogs were originally bred for specific purpose, such as herding, hunting, and serving as the family watch dog. With skills like this, it wasn’t long before they were recruited to help serve in military efforts. Not only have dogs followed their … Read more
Slaughterhouse Survivors is an organization that is dedicated to the rescue of dogs stuck in the horrific meat trade in China. Thanks to the three amazing ladies who created this organization, Pearl has gone on an epic journey to her forever home in America. Though animal advocates are fighting to abolish this cruel practice, there are still slaughterhouses present in China. When three expats living in China (Hayley, Aimee, Emily) rescued their first group of dogs from a local slaughterhouse, … Read more
Golden Retrievers, Peaches and Duke tied the knot in a doggie wedding ceremony in Mansfield, Texas. With their frequent cuddle sessions and their shared kisses, it was time to make it official. Peaches and Duke are therapy dogs that work together at the Methodist Mansfield’s Physical Medicine Department, where they provide comfort to patients undergoing physical medicine therapy. They work hand in hand with patients helping to ease their nerves through treatment, and show their everlasting support. The two dogs … Read more
Service dogs are heroes, and anyone who’s ever had one can tell you they’re capable of incredible things. They truly change the lives of the people they’re trained to help. In some cases, they also change the lives of the people who train them. Former U.S. Marine Al Moore suffers from PTSD and relies on a 3-year-old Labrador service dog named Kevin. Kevin came to him through an organization called America’s VetDogs. He wakes Moore up when he has nightmares, … Read more
In This Issue
● Recent Recalls
● Treating Dogs With Stem Cells
● Affordable Meds For Separation Anxiety
● Turn Leftover Chicken Into Dog Treats
● Do Dogs Use Tools?
● Coping With Canine Deafness
● Promising Vaccine For Canine Cancer
The Humane Rescue Alliance in DC has come up with a clever way to find homes for some deserving pups! In honor of the Nationals playing in The World Series, you can adopt a dog named after your favorite ball players. The Group of dogs named after the National players arrived at one of the Humane Resource Alliance locations about a week ago. The idea to name these furry friends after baseball players has had such an impact, that almost … Read more
Monica Anderson and her son arrived home on Friday night to find one of their dogs, a Rottweiler named Nova, pacing frantically and barking hysterically. It was immediately evident to Monica and her son that something was not right. A man had entered their garage and was attempting to enter their home. They let Nova out and she let the intruder know that he had no business being on their property! Intruder Asks His Victims to Call Off the Dog … Read more
Jill McGlaughlin never thought she’d be a writer, but after she rescued her dog, DD, she knew she had to share her story. Four years ago, McGlaughlin and her family went on a vacation to Mississippi. During their trip, a stray dog followed them to the place they were staying and she remained near the family all week. As their vacation came to an end, McGlaughlin knew she couldn’t just leave the dog behind. They fell in love with DD … Read more
During a fire in California a few days ago, a firefighter named Paul Alvardo heard the cries of a puppy. He couldn’t see any animals near him, but the sound seemed to be coming from a nearby bush that was on fire. So, he sprang to the rescue and found a tiny puppy trapped under the burning bush. Luckily, thanks to his bravery, he was able to bring the young pup to safety. The puppy had a solid white coat … Read more
Shelters are filled with lovable animals that are waiting for the chance at their very own forever family. While happy endings occur every single day in the rescue world, there are also a number of pups who are still waiting for their chance at happiness. Bernie is one of the many who are still waiting. Bernard is a 6 year old Saint Bernard mix that has been living at the shelter for almost 4 years now. He was found on … Read more
Lazarus is a 7 year old Great Pyrenees who until recently hadn’t experienced the feeling of being loved. He had been kept in a barn stall for almost 7 years, where he was left to live in deplorable conditions. Lazarus’s life was forever changed when a good Samaritan was asked to feed a local pup who’s human had just been diagnosed with a terminal illness. He agreed to help, but was in absolute shock once he saw the condition of … Read more
In This Issue
● Vet Sees Mysterious Dog Illness
● Suffocation Risk In Your Home
● Give Your Dog Sniff Time
● Nutrition Findings For Older Dogs
● Halloween Safety Tips
For 27 years, Australia’s hottest firefighters have shucked their shirts in the name of charity. The Australian Firefighters Calendar was established in 1993 to support research into childhood burns. Since then, they have raised over $3 million for various charitable organizations. For the upcoming 2020 cycle, the guys posed for not one, but six sexy calendars! Our favorite? The 2020 Dog Calendar, of course. The guys featured in the calendars come from Australia’s Urban, Rural, Armed Forces, Aviation and fighting … Read more
Behold, the most perfect trio since Neapolitan ice cream: dogs, police officers and Canadians. You read that correctly. The Vancouver Police Department has continued its tradition of a K9 calendar and the newest edition does not disappoint! Feast your eyes on these badass four-legged heroes. They’re crime-fighting, fun-loving, supermodels here to rock your world… or at least your monthly schedule. “The dog pictures calendar was started in 2009 by retired Vancouver Police Sergeant Mike Anfield in honor of his wife, … Read more
Luma and Picasso are a pair of special pups that face their own unique hardships. Though they come from a troubling past, they both have a loving rescuer and an impressive will to keep pushing through. Liesl Wilhardt is a dedicated animal rescuer, and the founder of Luvable Dog Rescue in Oregon. Wilhardt has always had a deep passion for animal rescue, and opened her rescue in the hopes of saving as many furry lives as possible. It’s no wonder … Read more
Cloe and Nena are the newest Dogs of Instagram sensations. One look at these drop dead gorgeous pups and it’s easy to see why people can’t seem to get enough of them. Their long, glossy, wavy hair is enough to make any dog lover take a second look but they’ve got an ace in the hole that makes them simply irresistible. They both have ridiculously long eyelashes framing their deep brown eyes. https://www.instagram.com/p/B3tyAlcHa_g/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link Twin English Cocker Spaniels The sisters are … Read more
Part of each sale through the iHeartDogs store is donated to GreaterGood, which helps support various charities. Thanks to customers like you, happy endings, like the one below, are made possible. The handsome hound mix in the photo below is one-year-old Sam. Earlier this year, he was picked up as a stray in Tennessee’s Campbell County. Sadly, no one came to claim him. But fate had a plan for Sam. He was one of several lucky Campbell County pups chosen for transport to New York! … Read more
Christmas is filled with exciting gifts for humans, but of course, your dogs and cats want to get in on the fun as well! So, last year, Trader Joe’s launched an advent calendar specifically for dogs. For all 24 days before Christmas, there is a salmon and sweet potato treat for dogs, and then a bigger, tastier treat on the 25th day. However, when cat lovers saw this product on the shelves, they were upset that there wasn’t something like … Read more
When Maria and Gareth first met their Shih Tzu, Bella, they fell in love with her right away. Bella had been born with a weakness in her back legs, so many people overlooked her because of that. The family they adopted Bella from said that the poor dog would just be used as a breeding dog if she couldn’t find a home. Maria and Gareth knew they couldn’t let that happen, so they brought Bella and her brother, Len, home. … Read more
American Shelter Dogs wear many badges of honor: loyal friend, survivor, heart stealer, and family completer. One designation that all shelter residents hope to avoid is “Longest Running Resident.” For whatever reason, the right family has not come along to provide these overlooked pups a forever home. In Allegan County Michigan, the Allegan County Animal Shelter has been the temporary home for Lab Mix Rudy. As he approaches his 4th birthday and 350th day in the shelter, his one and … Read more
This weekend was the 29th annual Tompkins Square Halloween Dog Parade in Manhattan. New Yorkers and their decked out pups hit East River Park in creative and adorable costumes, delighting the scores of onlookers and participants alike. Despite scattered showers and gray skies, the parade was very well attended by those on two and four feet. Get in the spirit of Halloween with these witty, clever, and cute costumed pups. About Tompkins Square Halloween Dog Parade Called “the largest dog … Read more
Brody and Katie are professional adventurers that spend their time on the road with their furry friend, Spaghetti. While exploring the Canyons in Colorado, they came across a pair that was in desperate need of help. While Brody and Katie were hiking through the canyon, they kept hearing barking in the distance. They assumed they were coyotes, and continued about their trek. As the barking got closer, they began to search for the source of the yelps. Suddenly, they saw … Read more
Virtually every major city has a stray dog problem. Some places have it far worse than others though. In cities with a severe stray problem, residents often consider these dogs a nuisance. Some, however, are the heroes these pups desperately need who think they deserve better. Dimitra Andrenou is one of those heroes. In order to help her husband Paul Kofteros’ business, Dimitra and her family moved from Leicester, England to Larnaca, Cyprus. Dimitra quit her job as an assistant … Read more
Caroline Earle White was a powerful woman with a heart for helping animals. She was destined to be a change-maker and a change-maker she was. Born and raised in a wealthy Quaker family, she was the daughter of an attorney who was an influential advocate for the abolition of slavery. Her mom also worked for suffrage and abolition. A Burning Passion Since Childhood Sparked Nationwide Change Horses and mules were used for working purposes when Caroline was growing up in … Read more
Fostering a dog in need doesn’t just help out the overcrowded shelters. When you bring a shelter dog into your home, whether it’s for a few weeks or a few months, you’re making a sincere impact on a dog’s life. Plus, it’s pretty good for the human’s soul, too. Kate Howard, a journalist and editor in Kentucky, recently shared a story on Twitter that proves it. After attending a friend’s memorial service, Kate returned home to sit on her porch … Read more
iHeartDogs works closely with the Greater Good by donating part of each sale to their various charity efforts. Thanks to dog lovers like you, so many dogs will go on to find their very own happy ending. The shelter can be an incredibly stressful environment for a dog, especially when they are used to living in a home. An abrupt change is enough to put any dog on edge, not to mention the fear of being surrounded by sights and … Read more
In May of 2018, Greater Good partnered with Wings of Rescue and the Humane Society of Tulsa to transport over 200 cats and dogs. Volunteers loaded the plane with carriers filled with curious cats and canines. Their flight lasted under an hour and took them to Seattle’s Boeing Field. The cats and dogs were then taken other local shelters to wait for their furever families. Four-Legged Friends Took Flight Fawn was one of those lucky dogs who made the flight … Read more
When it comes to a shelter dog’s ability to find their forever home, their appearance really does matter. A simple makeover can make all the difference for a homeless pup. The team at Rover understands this reality, and wanted to give a lucky group of shelter dogs the chance to stand out among the crowd. In celebration of National Adopt a Shelter Dog month, along with special news of their own, Rover teamed up with MaxFund animal shelter and Wag … Read more
Animal hoarding is a terrible phenomenon. Vice reported that there are between 900 and 2,000 cases every year in the United States, affecting around 250,000 animal victims. In many cases, however, the people who hoard animals have certain mental conditions and believe that they’re helping the animals. Animal hoarding, after all, isn’t just having a lot of animals at home if they’re all properly cared for. Hoarding by definition requires a person to be unable to properly house or care … Read more
As dog people, it’s impossible to imagine a situation where seeing a dog doesn’t thrill us. However, many ride share drivers beg to differ. Allowing passengers’ dogs into their cars can upset other riders or irritate anyone who’s allergic. Not to mention, as we all know, dogs can be pretty messy. That’s not preferable when your car is your business. Finding a ride for ourselves and our pups isn’t always easy. Often drivers will cancel rides as soon as they … Read more
There are so many dogs in shelters that get overlooked simply because they have special needs. Disabled dogs and paralyzed dogs are often not even considered by most families. However, Claire-Louise Nixon specifically adopts and helps these dogs in need. In fact, she shares her home with 27 different dogs that have had trouble finding a home. She cares for all of them greatly, and it takes a lot of effort. Most of Nixon’s furry friends are injured dogs that … Read more
A family in Ocean View, Delaware has hit a major roadblock in the search for their missing Yellow Lab. Ace ran away from his home on September 22nd and hasn’t been seen since. Now to make matters worse, the family is being told by the Delaware Department of Transportation, or DelDOT, that they cannot hang fliers of Ace on utility and traffic poles around town. Ace’s family has been threatened with a $25 fine per flyer! Big Fines Threatened On … Read more
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. “Daisy was found as a stray on the streets of Southfield. Her body condition indicated she recently had pups and was used for breeding and then dumped. She did test positive for heartworm and is starting treatment. “After being with our rescue for multiple months, she was finally adopted into an amazing … Read more
In school we’re often taught about famous people and their remarkable deeds throughout history. Yet every day dogs contribute to the betterment of humanity and don’t get a lick of the attention. Dogs have been responsible for major scientific breakthroughs, epic rescues, and heroic survivals. Here are just some accomplished canines your history textbooks probably didn’t cover. 1. Nemo – The War Hero Nemo the war dog, nemo was the first dog to return home from the Vietnam war, he … Read more
Do you ever wonder what happens to senior dogs that are suddenly displaced, or in dire need of a home? Valerie Reid asked herself this question often, and took it upon herself to start something amazing. A few years ago, Valerie’s father suddenly passed. This left his beloved senior Doberman without a home, and brought with it a burning question that haunted Valerie often. How many other dogs are left in this position? The feeling of needing to provide for … Read more
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