How to Become an Animal Rescue Transporter
Each year rescues and shelters across the country depend on animal transports to assist them in their jobs to relocate and find new living arrangements for homeless pets. The animals are often driven or flown to locations where there are shortages of adoptable pets versus the areas where they were initially taken in and processed. It is just one of the many rewarding ways for people to get involved in animal welfare. If you’d like to make a difference this way, here is some information on what you can do as a volunteer to become part of...
Secrets for Healthy Skin and a Shiny Coat!
Diet, fresh water, grooming, and skin and coat supplements for dogs—plus a few other tricks—are the secrets to shiny, soft fur and healthy, hydrated skin! Paying attention to your dog’s skin and coat health will keep them looking ready for the dog show! Beyond that, it’ll also improve your dog’s general well-being and comfort. What’s more, these secrets to skin and coat health also support overall health. Find out how to keep your pup’s coat full and vibrant, including learning about the best skin and...
Handsome Darth’s No Dark Sith, Just a Good Boy Looking for a Furever Home
Greetings! My name is Darth, which means “dark.” But if you’re a Star Wars fan, you already know that. While I most certainly appear dark, my light spirit and breezy attitude are anything but. Besides being a stunner of a black Lab with a shiny, raven-colored coat, I weigh approximately 80 pounds. My people tell me that I am 6 years old, but that doesn’t mean much to me ’cause I still feel like a puppy full of pep, vim, and vigor. Photo: DLRR I bet you’d like to know how I am with kids. I am good with older...
5 Tips to Keep Animals Safe from Wildfire Smoke
Submission Guidelines Thank you for your interest in writing for Animal Wellness. As the #1 natural health magazine for pets in North America, we take pride in providing our readers with the information they need to make wise health care choices for their animal companions. Our publication embraces the entire holistic spectrum, from physical health issues to the emotional and spiritual well being of our animals. We welcome unsolicited articles and story outlines as long as they focus on holistic healing, whether physical, emotional or...
Beware! Your Fido Can Get Cancer from Processed Dog Foods
“My dog has always eaten good dog food, and we do not feed him from the table or give other foods. He is only 8 years old and now has cancer. Did my dog get cancer because of his processed dog food?” A question from a pet owner named Maria in PetHelpful’s Ask A Vet section. Many fur parents share similar concern, if processed dog foods are actually detrimental to their dogs’ health. These foods are very popular: kibble, semi-moist packs, and canned. But, are these really healthier? Do they not contain preservatives or...
Treat Your Dog to the Great Taste of Alaska Naturals®!
Submission Guidelines Thank you for your interest in writing for Animal Wellness. As the #1 natural health magazine for pets in North America, we take pride in providing our readers with the information they need to make wise health care choices for their animal companions. Our publication embraces the entire holistic spectrum, from physical health issues to the emotional and spiritual well being of our animals. We welcome unsolicited articles and story outlines as long as they focus on holistic healing, whether physical, emotional or...
Dogs in Montana are Being Trained to Keep Bears Away from Humans
Bear biologist Carrie Hunt, of the Wind River Bear Institute in Montana, is training what are known as “bear conflict dogs” in order to scare bears off from entering human settlements. The reason? To save their lives and that of humans who might accidentally encounter them. As human beings continue to encroach on previously-wild areas of North America, encounters between them and bears are becoming increasingly common. A game biologist by the name of Heather Reich told The Guardian that in the late 1980s, the Nevada...
Tiny Puppy in Ukraine Rescued in Overgrown Lot Looks Forward to the Good Life
As the war drags on in Ukraine, the people there and the animals caught up in the sh*t show it’s turned into continue to find a way to survive. When it comes to wildlife, they’re pretty much on their own. Not so for many of the domestic pets that have found themselves struggling to make it solo. While people and charities from around the world have stepped forward to aid them, there are still groups within the country working every day toward alleviating the suffering these frightened and often injured or sick animals are facing....
Understanding Your Dog’s Body Language
Our dogs constantly communicate with us through body language, but we often don’t notice or understand what they’re telling us. By becoming familiar with your dog’s body language, you can interpret how she’s feeling and respond to her needs. Dogs are excellent communicators. They certainly vocalize, but most of their communication is done through subtle body language. Unfortunately, that body language is often overlooked or misunderstood. When a dog’s communication attempts are consistently ignored — or...
Pet-Friendly Home Décor That’s Both Functional and Fabulous
Sharing your home with a dog or cat doesn’t have to mean sacrificing style. Take a look at how you can incorporate your best friend’s needs into your design and decorating plans. Most of us treat our dogs and cats like family. And that includes making our homes animal-friendly. Not so long ago, that meant making décor sacrifices to accommodate the needs of our canine and feline friends. Nowadays, though, stylish pet-friendly décor is becoming integral to interior design, bringing elements such as beds and bowls out...
