Dina Fantegrossi
Dina Fantegrossi is a retired veterinary technician with 18 years of hands-on experience helpings dogs, cats, and exotic pets feel their best. She used her creative skills as an avid reader and hobbyist writer to produce educational materials and manage the social media pages at her veterinary clinic. From there, Dina began freelance writing for sites, such as BarkPost and Cattitude Daily before joining the iHeartDogs team.
Dina currently has two-and-a-half dogs:
- Finch, a senior Poodle mix rescued from a hoarding case in Columbia, SC.
- Kio, a senior Chihuahua rescued as a Hawaiian street dog and brought to SC by his former owner, who sadly passed away, leaving Kio at risk in a kill shelter.
- And Sissy, a rescued backyard breeding dog from rural SC. Sissy is technically Dina’s current foster dog, but she has been with the family for more than two years now!
Expertise: Pets, Science, Veterinary Medicine, Animal Rescue & Rehab
Education:
Coastal Carolina University, BS in Biology & Chemistry
St. George’s University School of Veterinary Medicine
Location: Myrtle Beach, SCI
Title: Assistant Editor
Articles by Dina Fantegrossi
DNA Reunites Long-Lost Littermates Abandoned On Highway 12 Years Ago
A pair of abandoned littermates, separated since they were puppies, reunited after 12 years thanks to a doggy DNA test.
Read More Amazing Dog StoriesWestminster: America’s Celebration Of All Things Dog Since 1877
A look back at the history of the Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show, its past winners, and the reigning 2022 champions.
Read More Dog NewsFree-Spirited Agility Dog Helps Handler Cope With Trauma & Mental Illness
Crufts agility course darling, Kratu gave his mom a lifeline to help her cope with childhood abuse, anxiety, and late-diagnosed autism.
Read More Heartwarming Dog StoriesPuppies Hiding Under Dangerous Landfill Equipment Flee From Rescuers
The foreman of a landfill outside St. Louis spotted three tiny puppies hiding beneath a dangerous piece of equipment. Could they be rescued?
Read More Heartwarming Dog StoriesElectronics-Sniffing Dog Helps Bring Child Predator To Justice
A newly-graduated working dog named Hidu teamed up with international authorities and activists to bring down a dangerous child predator.
Read More Dog NewsDisabled Dog Is Cruelly Abandoned On The Street Twice In One Day
A CCTV camera captured heartbreaking footage of a disabled dog being cruelly abandoned by his owner only to be returned and dumped again.
Read More Dog Rescue StoriesMilitary K9 With PTSD Gives Suicidal Veteran Hope To Follow His Dreams
Army Veteran Eric Haynes was planning his fourth suicide attempt when a dog named Ciara unexpectedly came into his life and gave him hope.
Read More Heartwarming Dog StoriesDogs From This Shelter Have A Habit Of Saving Their Humans’ Lives
Jack sniffed out a medical problem while Peyton prevented a life-threatening emergency. Could an "average" shelter dog save YOUR life?
Read More Amazing Dog StoriesPawrents Of Latest D.C. Dognapping Victim Confront Thief At Her Home
Charlie's mom and dad refused to let their rescue pup become another dognapping statistic, risking their own safety to get her back.
Read More Dog NewsSenior “Campus Dog” Lives To See A Statue Erected In His Honor
Canine campus mascot, Roscoe passed away earlier this week, but not before seeing a beautiful statue erected in his honor.
Read More Heartwarming Dog StoriesUPDATE: Former Fighting Dog Helps His Dad Tackle The American Ninja Warrior Course
Johnny the Pit Bull was rescued from a Chicago dogfighting ring. He overcame his brutal past to become K9 Ninja Warrior of his own backyard.
Read More Amazing Dog StoriesVlogger Has The Best Reaction When An Injured Eagle Flies Into His Car
33-year-old Renate Balbuena was attempting to film his first vlog when a Phillipine Serpent Eagle came crashing through his car window.
Read More Amazing Dog StoriesDog Falls Overboard & Swims Over A Mile Before Rescuers Arrive
U.S. Coast Guardsmen in Hatteras Inlet, North Carolina, were in the right place at the right time to save a desperate dog’s life this week.
Read More Amazing Dog StoriesFacing Euthanasia, Local Shelter Offers Dog Dad Hope For His Injured Pup
When Ollie was hit by a car, a vet told her dad euthanasia was the only option. But he was about to meet some compassionate animal heroes!
Read More Heartwarming Dog Stories9-Year-Old Rescue Pit Bull Helps Pin Down Intruder Until Police Arrive
When he saw his dad in danger, this brave senior rescue dog sprang to action and subdued a dangerous burglar. Good boy, Spuds!
Read More Dog NewsHow To Get Financial Help To Fund Your New Service Dog
A professionally-trained service dog can cost up to $50,000. Here's how you can finance your new furry helper without breaking the bank.
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