TSA dogs are now a common sight in major airports, but those hard-working pups weren’t born on the job. They’re carefully selected and trained before they’re deemed ready to don official vests….
Month: September 2024
Viral Tumblr Post Explains How Fake Service Dogs Make Life Difficult For The Genuinely Disabled
Fake service and emotional support animals have been a sore subject for many people recently. Some will say say that “fake” service animals don’t exist. On the other end of the spectrum,…
Superpower Dogs Showcases The Hardest Working Canines With Uplifting Documentary
Heroes come in all shapes, sizes, and even species. They don’t all walk on two legs, and some of the bravest heroes in the world have four paws, tails, and unyielding determination…
For A Small Number Of People, A Dog Lick Could Be Deadly
This summer, Wisconsin doctors determined a woman’s death and a man’s quadruple limb amputation were both caused by the same bacteria. Known as Capnocytophaga canimorsus, it is found in the saliva of approximately…
First Case Of Dog Flu Confirmed In Massachusetts
Massachusetts has confirmed it’s first case of dog flu this year, and veterinarians are encouraging owners to get their pups vaccinated. Though this is only one confirmed case so far, the flu…
Mom Investigated By Child Services For Letting 8-Year-Old Walk The Dog Alone
This is not the kind of story iHeartDogs typically covers. In fact, it doesn’t have much to do with dogs at all. Rather, it is about society, families, and how something once…
Pittsburgh Hotel Owner Rescues Thousands Of Pets And Encourages Guests To Adopt!
Jonathan Plesset is a man who loves animals – and sharing his love of animals with the people who stay at his hotel! Years ago, Plesset and a friend got their aviation…
Cat Visits Her Neighbor Every Day For Treats and Pets For Over a Year in These Adorable Photos
A cat has been visiting a family next door every day, asking for treats and pets. She hasn’t missed a day without some lovin’ from her neighbors for over a year. Ever…
England Officially Bans Electric Shock Collars
Animal welfare groups and dog-loving politicians have been fighting for a decade to ban the use of shock collars in England. After a heated debate, they’ve finally achieved their goal. England’s government…
UPDATE: Dog Found With Shoelace Embedded Into Neck Finds Hope With Houston Rescue
Some photos below are graphic. Scroll to the bottom to see what Gus looks like now! When animal activist Rob Acuna and some friends saw a photo of a stray dog with…