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Most female cheetahs give birth to three or four cubs. But sadly, if they only have one cub, they don’t produce enough milk for the young feline to survive. So, zoos and animal sanctuaries will often raise these baby cheetahs to give them a chance at life. Yet, cheetah cubs are normally very shy, so

WARNING: Content May Be Disturbing for Some Readers Sadly, 2022 marks another year that the Yulin Dog Meat Festival continues. Every year, efforts are made to end dog meat consumption, but this event hasn’t been stopped completely. Yet, that won’t prevent animal advocates from fighting back. Not only is the “festival” cruel to the animals

Small creatures are particularly prone to be harmed. If they’re lost from their mothers, the world becomes a lot more dangerous. When one guy witnessed a tiny puppy floating down the river, he recognized he had to act right away. His tiny body appeared lifeless in this video clip. Image/Story Source Credit: The Dodo via

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 “American-made” Chesapeake Bay Retriever is a rough and tough pup, bred to hunt all day in the Eastern seaboard chill. These hunting dogs like to run and chase and particularly enjoy

There is much in this world that we take for granted every day. However, behind the things we pour love into, there is also much that we can give! This Pit Bull desperately needed love and care. When he got it he found not only strength but life again. Meet Saint, the Pit Bull, this

A puppy was found living in a birdcage, according to the organization Dog Rescue Shelter Mladenovac. It sounded odd and unjustified. Could this be true? They weren’t sure, but they had to find out for sure. The rescuers got into their car and drove out to the address provided by the caller. They pulled up

Andi Davis was on one of her treks through Phoenix, Arizona’s isolated rocky hills, when she came upon a 2-year-old Pit Bull that had been shot several times and was bleeding profusely. She was shocked to find he had many gunshot wounds and was hemorrhaging badly. Image/Story Source Credit: YouTube Video Andi handed him some

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

Now here’s something to chew on. Holly Geraci, the wife of well-known bankruptcy lawyer Peter Francis Geraci, filed a lawsuit against the condo association where they live after dogs were permitted in the building. The lawsuit, filed in March 2015, was against the Union Square Condominium Association, according to the Chicago Tribune. It stated that her fear of dogs

Bentley is a 135-pound dog, so he stands out no matter where he is. But he doesn’t let that stop him from going on adventures as he pleases. One day, the massive mixed breed escaped his Florida home and wandered over to Dollar General to see what sales they had. He browsed the store for

Guests of the San Diego Zoo Safari Park recently witnessed a horrifying interaction when a stray dog entered the gorilla enclosure. No one is sure how a dog got into the zoo or the enclosure, but once a gorilla started chasing the canine, everyone panicked. A few guests filmed the interactions between the dog and

A man had finally settled into his new town, but something still felt missing from his life. He thought getting a companion in the form of a shelter dog might help. So he did just that. He went to the shelter where a black Lab named Reggie needed a home. But they didn’t hit it

Warning: Images and video footage may be disturbing to some readers. A heart-pounding video of an incredible rescue mission is making rounds across the internet. A large boa constrictor closed its grips around the body of a beloved family dog, but his dedicated humans would not let this be the end. A shocking recording out

Mae the French Mastiff was found as a stray in Indiana. She was incredibly skinny with all her rib bones clearly visible. When Southern Indiana Animal Rescue came to pick her up, they found that she was only 70 pounds when she should’ve been about 140. However, the rescue later learned that her weight wasn’t

A Brazilian man and his faithful canine travel companion died tragically in a car accident just days before completing the road trip of a lifetime. Jesse Kozechen, an Instagram influencer and self-proclaimed wanderer, was 29 years old at the time of the accident. He and his Golden Retriever, Shurastey, died immediately on impact. Instagram The

A tiny, defenseless puppy was observed sleeping on a porch. He was so distressed that he wasn’t moving. Fortunately, a rescuer was alerted and when she got to the little pup, she could tell he was severely hurt. The house’s porch belonged to an abandoned property. Where did the tiny little pup originate? Image Source/Story

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 Weimaraner is like an adorable shadow, and their tendency to always be by your side is what earned these dogs the nickname “Gray Ghost.” Made famous by photographer William Wegman’s Weimaraner

A Golden Retriever and a UPS deliveryman had made a handshake deal: whenever the guy came to the house, he was to give the dog a treat. Isn’t this something we’ve all seen? One day, however, the deliverer forgot to give them treats, which did not make him happy. So he took matters into his

Every Monday night, a group of cyclists known as “Smash Bros Plus One” bike around Fort Worth, Texas. Their plans are usually consistent, but every once in a while, they go on a spontaneous adventure. One special biking trip ended up with the saving of a dog’s life. One week, the cyclists decided to go

It was an unlikely sight for shelter workers when they found a beautiful purebred Husky named Nate roaming the streets like a stray. However, it was soon established that Nate was very different from other homeless dogs. His hollow and haunted eyes clearly spoke of a disturbing past, and he was extremely skittish and shut

Monty, an eight-year-old black Lurcher mix, has spent all but a single year of his life as a resident of Last Chance Animal Rescue in Edenbridge. He has been passed over so many times and has spent so much time searching for a home that he has become known as one of the “UK’s Most

iHeartDogs is reader-supported. When you buy via links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission at no extra cost to you. Mastiffs are, of course, known for their intimidating size and strength, but this loyal breed loves its pack members fiercely, and the giant dogs are even great with older children (old enough

Photographer and bluegrass musician Brennan Gilmore remembers his dog Jack with a bittersweet fondness. The rescued hound dog was diagnosed with cancer in 2018 but lived well beyond his six-month prognosis, passing away peacefully in the fall of 2020. During their time together, Gilmore and Jack traveled the world, learned about life, and developed a

Choosing the right pet insurance company for you and your dog or other pets in Utah can be a frustrating and confusing process. How much coverage will my plan provide? How fast will I be reimbursed? Are there any health issues not covered? Here at iHeartDogs, we created an easy comparison below of all the

A woman in the Woodland Hills neighborhood of Los Angeles unknowingly played foster mom to one additional canine this week when a bold coyote scaled her 6-foot privacy fence and entered her home through the doggy door. Julie Levine runs a non-profit called Canine Rescue Connection, which specializes in rehoming Beagles. The coyote was caught

Keith Gilbert, an 81-year-old disabled veteran, was loading his dogs into his car when his new service dog Rivka, aka “Mouse,” got spooked and ran into the road. The German Shepherd was then struck by a car going about 40 mph in a residential zone. Seeing your dog get hit by a car is a

It was only a few weeks ago that a tiny tan Chihuahua named “Toby Keith” was announced as the “World’s Oldest Living Dog,” by the Guinness Book of World Records. As you would expect, a dog living to be older than two decades was widely discussed and made tons of headlines all across the internet.

Getting a puppy is one of life’s most joyful experiences, as it’s the beginning of a beautiful friendship that will last for years to come. And whether you’re still preparing for puppy kisses or already getting covered up in them, bringing home a new fur baby means you’ve got a lot of decisions to make

iHeartDogs is reader-supported. When you buy via links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission at no extra cost to you. Once an Australian Shepherd lover, always an Australian Shepherd lover. This athletic, energetic, and intelligent dog breed gives its people countless reasons to adore them. Though they have herding in their genes,

When Lexi Johnson, a volunteer foster for Ruff Start Rescue, was presented with the opportunity to take in pregnant pup Poppy, she was thrilled. As a dog lover, and as someone who studied animal behavior, she had always wanted to foster a pregnant mama dog. Her heart was bursting, and she excitedly shared the news