The January Weekly Community Conversations grant giveaway winner is…
Earlier this week, Maddie’s Fund® gave one organization at random a $5,000 grant for attending the January Weekly Community Conversations! Join us in congratulating Summer Larkihn from Nebraska Humane Society in Omaha, NE! In addition to the Community Conversation grant, one grant was given away for monthly participation on Maddie’s® Pet Forum. Bravo to Tyrone Pierce from Maryland Hospital for winning the $3,000 monthly grant. But wait, there’s more! In celebration of Maddie’s Fund 30th anniversary,...
Sustainable Care for Your Furry Companion: A Guide for Dog Parents
Animal Wellness is North America’s top natural health and lifestyle magazine for dogs and cats, with a readership of over one million every year. AW features articles by some of the most renowned experts in the pet industry, with topics ranging from diet and health related issues, to articles on training, fitness and emotional well being. Source: Animal Wellness...
Impact of Medicinal Mushrooms on the Canine Body Clock
Animal Wellness is North America’s top natural health and lifestyle magazine for dogs and cats, with a readership of over one million every year. AW features articles by some of the most renowned experts in the pet industry, with topics ranging from diet and health related issues, to articles on training, fitness and emotional well being. Source: Animal Wellness...
5 Tips for Choosing Pet Food (and Why You Should Prioritize Functional Ingredients)
Here are 5 tips to help you choose the best pet food, including choosing functional ingredients to support health. And find out how you could potentially win a $100 Amazon gift card! Your dog’s or cat’s health and happiness start with what’s in their bowl. But with so many pet foods on the market, it can be nearly impossible to make informed decisions about what fills your fur baby’s belly. We have some great tips that will help you find the perfect food for your dog or cat, including why it’s important to...
Tell us how you are supporting pets and people in your community
As Maddie’s Fund®‘s 30th anniversary celebration continues, to talk about supporting people and pets in your communities. Community sheltering focuses on extending care and resources beyond the shelter to keep pets and people together. The more we help people—especially those facing housing insecurity, financial hardship, or crisis—the fewer animals end up in shelters. Pop over to Maddie’s® Pet Forum to share with us. Maddie’s Fund and Cuddly have partnered to provide $1,000 in prizes monthly, for...
How to Avoid Inconsistent Training in Dogs
Animal Wellness is North America’s top natural health and lifestyle magazine for dogs and cats, with a readership of over one million every year. AW features articles by some of the most renowned experts in the pet industry, with topics ranging from diet and health related issues, to articles on training, fitness and emotional well being. Source: Animal Wellness...
Maddie’s Weekly Roundup: Bird flu webcast, trauma-informed care and more!
Happy Monday! Below is a brief roundup of resources added over the past week. Special webcast: How Much Do You Know About Bird Flu?You probably have seen recent news about cats infected by H5N1 avian influenza virus, but how much do you know about bird flu? Join us on Tuesday, February 11, 2025 at 12PM PT/3PM ET in which Drs. Cynda Crawford and Julie Levy will talk about risk factors for H5N1 avian influenza infection of cats in outdoor and indoor settings in a one-hour webcast. Register Now Maddie’s® Insights: Can Trauma-Informed...
What Can Hinder Dogs From Exhibiting Natural Behavior?
If a dog is unable to exhibit natural behavior it may have adverse effects. So, what hinders natural behaviors in dogs? A variety of factors can significantly hinder a dog’s ability to exhibit natural behaviors, impacting their overall well-being and behavior. These factors can be categorized into environmental influences, social interactions, and individual characteristics. Environmental Influences The dog’s living environment plays a crucial role in shaping its behavior. For instance, inadequate living conditions—such as...
NEW Human Commonalities Project Launched by Human Animal Support Services (HASS)
The project aims to connect participating animal welfare organizations with human welfare organizations to address the common social service needs in their communities, together (AUSTIN, TX) February 6, 2025–Human Animal Support Services (HASS), an international project bridging the gap between human and animal welfare, officially launched the Human Commonalities Project (HCP). Knowing that 98% of pet owners agree that pets are family, this project’s goal is to identify the commonalities between people interacting with the animal...
Holistic Palliative Care for Dogs
Animal Wellness is North America’s top natural health and lifestyle magazine for dogs and cats, with a readership of over one million every year. AW features articles by some of the most renowned experts in the pet industry, with topics ranging from diet and health related issues, to articles on training, fitness and emotional well being. Source: Animal Wellness...
