Ask Dr. Aziza: Signs You May Need To Help Your Dog Lose Weight
Have you ever found yourself wondering “is my dog overweight”? You’re not alone! In fact, obesity is one of the most common diseases veterinarians see in their patients. To help ensure your pup lives a happy, healthy, and long life, we’ve asked our Freshpet vet, Dr. Aziza, to share the top signs that your dog may need to lose weight. Sign #1: Feeding instructions aren’t consistently followed Some pet parents may leave food out all day, allowing their dog to graze at will. Alternatively, they may give a certain...
Did You Know Rabies Vaccines are Available for Humans?
Rabies, distemper, parvovirus, heartworm disease, and leptospirosis. All of these conditions are preventable with vaccines and the proper preventatives. While most are not health risks for humans, rabies most definitely is. People can get rabies if they have contact with the saliva or neural tissue of infected animals, such as through a bite or scratch. Left untreated, rabies has a 99 percent mortality rate with fewer than 20 documented cases of survival. The time between exposure and the appearance of symptoms can be days, weeks, months, and...
Need Assistance Around the House? Put Your Dog to Work!
Always losing your keys? Tired of picking up after your pets? Maybe you wish your newspaper got left on the front porch rather than always ending up at the end of the driveway. Put Fido to work helping around the house! It’s not as outlandish as you think. How many times have you seen a funny video where some guy sitting in a barcalounger tells his dog to fetch him a beer, and the dog accommodates him by trotting to the fridge, pulling open the door with a towel tied to the handle, and then delivering it to his pleased human? Working...
Increase Your Dog’s Exercise with This One Simple Hack
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...
Scent Training for Dogs Teaches Canines a Competitive Sport While Serving as an Enrichment
Searching for a fun new activity to try with your dog? Scent training or nose work may be just the thing. Considered a competitive sport, it’s an alternative to vigorous canine activities like obstacle courses, catching Frisbees, or dock diving. It’s gotten popular in recent years as a way to challenge pets. Nose work and other exercises that stimulate the brain and muscle movement are forms of enrichment that are good for your dog while providing bonding time. The best part is that regardless of age, breed, size, or available...
Chocolate Labrador Now Pays for Owner’s Apartment Rent after Becoming Famous on Instagram!
Who does not dream of their pets becoming social media stars? And who does not wish that their efforts to make celebrities out of their pets earn some extra bucks for all of them to enjoy a cozier life? Now, with almost 6 million views on Tiktok, the owner of a chocolate labrador named Tank is proud to announce that her pet is now paying for her apartment’s rent. With the caption, The Power of Instagram, Ally Floth with Tank quietly sitting behind her shares the good news to her dog’s 123.7k followers and the rest of the world....
Dog Treats Going Moldy Is a Good Thing. No, Really!
You might not think of mold as a good sign, but if your dog’s treats eventually grow mold, then it means you’re feeding your pup natural, preservative-free goodies that will help them enjoy a happy and active life. Finding a loaf of moldy bread in your pantry might be an inconvenience that means an unscheduled trip to the grocery store, but most people are used to the idea that food naturally spoils. But as a pet parent, have you ever wondered why your dog’s food or treats never seem to go bad? While it may be convenient...
5 Steps to Making Your Fish Tank Dog and Cat Proof
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...
Keeping Pets Through Financial Hardship is Easier Than You Think
This week in the news, there were no less than three stories published about dogs chucked off bridges or into rivers as if they were garbage — and it’s only Tuesday. This senseless crime (and it is a crime) of abandoning animals in cruel and unusual ways has been on an uptick of late, and some people are worried it’s happening due to economic hardship. While no excuse is good enough for this kind of behavior, there are ways for people to keep their pets with them, even during difficult times. Resources for Pet Owners Most...
Does Your Dog Pee in the House? Find Out Why and How You Can Help
You go to great lengths to teach your puppy not to pee in the house, so what’s a pet parent to do when an adult dog starts making messes inside? Active Chews Cranberry Chews for Dogs can help keep puddles at bay by supporting healthy bladders. As a dog parent, you expect to find little pools around the house when you bring a new puppy into your family. But what about when those puddles start happening again when your dog is older and already housetrained? Lots of things can cause incontinence in dogs, including genetic issues and...
