How to protect dogs and cats from microplastics
Protect your dog or cat from harmful microplastics with these 12 practical tips. Reduce plastic exposure, choose safer products, and support natural detoxification. Plastic is a major environmental concern. It never fully decomposes but instead breaks down into microplastics. These tiny particles now contaminate our soil, water, and food – and end up in our animals’ bodies (and ours). Here’s how to protect dogs and cats from microplastics. These tips also help reduce plastic waste in the environment. 12 ways to help...
Adopting and Assimilating a Rescue Cat
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...
Tailoring protection with vaccination protocols for every patient
Still have questions about the new vaccination guidelines established in 2024? Need an update on the recommendations for neonatals in your program? Join Dr. Erica Schumacher, Outreach Veterinarian & Clinical Instructor at the Shelter Medicine Program at the University of Wisconsin School of Veterinary Medicine on Tuesday, September 23 at 12PM PT /3PM ET for “Vaccination Protocols: Tailoring Protection for Every Patient” webcast. This special presentation explores the essential role of vaccination to protect vulnerable...
Signs Your Dog is Going to Live Long, Healthy, and Sharp: 3 Simple Tests
Have you ever wondered if there are any tools or tests that can help you assess how long and how well your dog is going to live? Research has revealed simple home assessments that predict longevity and gauge canine health allowing you to take timely corrective actions to extend your dog’s precious years. Weight: The Single Most Important Longevity Factor Research following over 57,000 dogs for 20 years delivers a startling truth: lean dogs consistently outlive overweight dogs across every single breed. The difference ranges from five...
Grey Muzzle Award Announcement 2025 – Puffy
Sep 03, 2025 Puffy first entered our care in 2015. He was just a tiny squish back then and it didn’t take long for this sweet, teeny boy to get scooped up. He remained with that adopter for the next five years, but overtime, the adopter began noting a wobbly walk and consistent head tilt. As time went on, he also developed some behaviors that were tough for the family; ultimately, the adopter made the choice to surrender him back into our care. While we don’t have a confirmed diagnosis, our medical team noted that his presenting...
Herbs for balancing your dog’s health
Here’s how herbs can help balance your dog’s health by supporting her body as an ecosystem. Discover holistic herbal remedies for digestion, immunity, stress, and overall well-being. Dogs are more than their individual parts. They are ecosystems, with each body part playing a crucial role in the harmony of the whole. This perspective emphasizes balance and connection between physical, emotional, and energetic well-being. Let’s explore the canine body as an ecosystem, and how herbs for balancing your dog’s...
4 Anti-Inflammatory Foods That Could Better Your Arthritic Dog’s Life
Does your furry companion struggle to climb stairs or hesitate before jumping onto their favorite couch? Watching a beloved dog battle arthritis pain can be heart-wrenching for dog parents. The good news: specific anti-inflammatory foods might offer natural relief alongside veterinary care. Why Your Dog’s Food Bowl is a Key to Healing Arthritis affects 20-40% of all dogs, causing chronic pain that goes far beyond simple joint discomfort. This degenerative condition creates a cascade of inflammation throughout your dog’s body. The...
Maddie’s Weekly Roundup: Upcoming webcasts, the fundamentals of canine communication and more!
Happy Tuesday! Below is a brief roundup of resources added over the past week. Learn the fundamentals of canine communication and safe dog handlingThere’s a new self-paced course on Maddie’s® University and it’s all about dog behavior and communication! “Fundamentals of Canine Communication and Safe Dog Handling” is authored by Devan Amundsen, CPDT-KA, a certified dog trainer with over 15 years of experience working with not just dog owners, but dogs in shelters, assistance dogs and other...
The Friend movie dog story
Dogs not only bring people together but also help us heal from loss and grief. The Friend movie dog story, based on the bestselling novel by Sigrid Nunez, highlights the deep emotional bond between a grieving woman and a Great Dane. It shows how love, loss, and unexpected friendship can transform a life. Bleecker Street produced and released the film in March; it focuses on Iris, a writer and teacher played by Naomi Watts. Iris’ comfortable, solitary New York life falls apart after her closest friend and mentor, Walter (Bill Murray),...
Fermented Foods Can Transform Your Dog’s Gut Health
Every dog guardian wants their furry family member to thrive. What most don’t realize is that 70% of their dog’s immune system lives in their gut. This means digestive health affects everything from behavior to disease resistance. Fermented foods offer a natural way to support this crucial system. Think of your dog’s gut as a bustling city. Good bacteria are the helpful residents who keep everything running smoothly. Bad bacteria are troublemakers causing chaos. Fermented foods help tip the balance toward the good guys. Why...
