Woman Loses Her Job and Bonds with a Judgmental Squirrel
Many of us tend to have tunnel vision. We only see what is right in front of us, and we may miss the bigger picture if we aren’t careful. One woman named Luanne realized this all too well when she lost her corporate job. Suddenly, she had more time on her hands and she discovered there was an entire world outside that was just waiting to be explored. Photos: YouTube / GoBeats Animals One of the parts of the world was Ms. Bonita. She is a California ground squirrel, and she is unique on several different levels. They met Ms. Bonita in...
New Cat Mom Discovers What Life with a Cat Is All About
There are two types of people in this world, those who have a cat and those who don’t. Occasionally, there’s even a crossover and that is where Michelle’s story comes in. Michelle openly admits that she never thought much about having a cat. Now she knows that, as a cat mom, she’s not really a mother, she’s more like a cool aunt. Photos: YouTube / GoBeats Animals Rosie came into the family after being rescued from a park in Houston. The rescue told Michelle they found her and her three boy siblings in a box after...
Fawn Is Rescued From Iron Bars In An Unexpected Way
When most of us think about rescued animals, our minds automatically start thinking about dogs and cats. Although they certainly do make up the bulk of rescued animals, there are others that need help as well. Some of these rescues take place because we prepare in advance. Other rescues may take place at the spur of the moment because we see a need and we decide to do something about it. Photos: YouTube / We Love Animals That is what the couple and the video we have for you below did. They saw a need, albeit an unexpected one and they decided...
Hedgehog Mom Advocates for Proper Care of Exotic Animals Like Her “Sons,” Says They’re “So Worth It”
Adriana Robinson says she’s always loved hedgehogs, and she can’t pin down the exact reason why. She says it likely has something to do with how different they are from other pets with their spikes and nocturnal nature, as well as their tiny yawns and noises. “They’re adorable, and I wanna give them the best life that they can have,” she says. But she was still cautious about getting one for the first time, because she knows that taking care of them properly is of the utmost importance. Her sense of...
How to Add Wild Alaska Pollock to Your Dog’s Diet
There can be no denying that dogs go wild for the fresh fish flavor of wild Alaska Pollock. The tippy tap sound of delightedly dancing feet at the smell alone is proof of this. Fortunately, in the right formula, wild Alaska Pollock is also wildly good for dogs, courtesy of EPA and DHA omega-3 fatty acids, and high-quality protein. Like all new additions to your dog’s diet, however, there are some considerations when adding this fish to your dog’s dinner dish. There is a series of simple steps to safely add Alaska Pollock to your...
The Truth About Pet Mushroom Products Real Mushrooms
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...
Bonded Felines Sweet Pea & French Toast Need a Forever Home Together
Like a fish needing water, Sweet Pea needs French Toast. The Southern Arizona Cat Rescue believes them to be relatives of some sort with a very special bond. These girls have been through a lot since they’ve known the . . . living outdoors, trying to survive after being possibly abandoned, and the loss of some of their babies are just a few of the major things. They didn’t choose this life, but SACatRescue wants nothing more than to help them find the happily-ever-after life they deserve! Both girls are sweet but take a while to...
The Surprising History of the Rainbow Bridge Poem
On August 28th, it will be Rainbow Bridge Remembrance Day. The point is to set aside a day to remember the animal companions we’ve lost. While few of us need anything like that to conjure up images of our pets or remember just how much we miss them, it’s still a great time to appreciate the sentiment behind the now-famous poem commemorating the passing of our beloved pets. If you love animals, you’re likely familiar with the Rainbow Bridge. In fact, many shelters and rescues hand out copies or approximations of it to...
Good Flights Is Headed To Maui To Bring Emergency Supplies And Rescue Shelter Pets
The wildfires in Maui have destroyed 2,000 structures – 86% of them being residential homes, claimed the lives of 99 people and countless animals, and caused thousands to evacuate the island. Search-and-rescue teams are looking for survivors in the destroyed town of Lahaina as firefighters continue to tirelessly battle the wildfires. People and pets have lost their homes, all their belongings, and even family members. They need a helping hand. Greater Good Charities is teaming up with Southwest Airlines and Lucky Dog Animal Rescue to...
Australian Cattle Dog in Mass. Turns Out to Be One Heck of a Batter
Dogs are great at so many games, like playing fetch, catching a Frisbee midair, and playing baseball — um, wait, what? Yup, their agility seems to know few bounds because one Australian cattle dog is darned impressive with a whiffle ball bat when she’s at the mound. Okay, so maybe she doesn’t necessarily stand on a plate within a diamond, but she’s freakin good, nonetheless! Photo: Instagram/@therealbigpupi Enter Pepper, a 6-year-old blue heeler living in Marblehead, Massachusetts. For the past three years, Pepper has...
Top 10 Most Pet-Friendly Cities Of 2023
People in the U.S. really love pets. According to Forbes, “pet ownership in the U.S. has jumped significantly over the past three decades.” Forbes reports that in 2023, 66% of U.S. households (around 86.9 million homes) own at least one pet. That’s a pretty significant number! Photo: Pexels/Sam Lion If you’re a pet owner, you probably know that not all areas are as pet-friendly as others. Some areas offer dog-friendly restaurants and lavish dog parks. Other areas seem to prefer pet owners to keep their pets at home. If...
Carefree Cat Enjoys A Day At The Beach With His Family
Cats and water don’t typically mix. There’s a stereotype about cats hating water and doing all they can to avoid it. Given that, it’s safe to assume that most cats wouldn’t enjoy a day at the beach. But Rocco isn’t like most cats. The Maine coon cat has been making waves on social media for his adventurous spirit. Recently, his family shared a video of Rocco enjoying the beach and people can’t get enough of it! Photo: TikTok/@mryan108 “Ahh, to relax like a cat,” they captioned the TikTok video....
Heatstroke in Dogs: It Happens in a Heartbeat
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...
Dog Grooming Tips for Different Coat Types
Is your dog’s coat long or short, smooth or coarse? When it comes to successfully grooming her at home, knowing her coat type and the tools to use with it is invaluable. Grooming your dog has a lot of benefits. It not only helps keeps her coat and skin healthy, but it also makes her feel better and enhances the bond you share with her. How you groom your dog depends primarily on the type of coat she has. Generally, long-haired dogs require more maintenance than short-haired ones, but there are a lot of variations to consider. Is your...
Billie Eilish Posts a Tribute to Her Childhood Pet Pepper after She Passes
Billie Eilish is best known for her singing but she also had a special friend, and she recently passed away. That friend, Pepper, was her childhood pet. She had spent 15 years of her life with this dog, and it is likely that she doesn’t remember a time when she wasn’t part of it. Billie recently went on Instagram to post a touching tribute after the loss of her ‘lifelong best friend.’ That tribute has touched many people’s hearts, as the loss of a pet is one of the more difficult things that any pet owner has to...
Scared Shelter Dog Cowers in a Corner before Getting a Happy Home
Not every shelter cares for the animals that live within their walls. There are some shelters that even neglect or abuse those animals, leading to tragic results. A dog named Harden found himself in just such a situation. The majority of his life was spent at a local shelter that was known for being neglectful and treating dogs poorly. Photos: YouTube / The Moho Harden and the other dogs at the shelter were kept in cramped, dirty cages and not given any attention. There was very little food so the dogs were always fighting, and this led to...
Abandoned Puppy Follows Couple Across Town to Visit New Forever Home
There are many animal rescues around the world that help abandoned dogs and cats find forever homes. There are also many people who are not organized as animal rescues, but they still save many animals out of love. Stoyan and Dessy are a young couple in Bulgaria that have a dream of providing homes for many stray cats. They also have a big heart for dogs, and it worked out well for the stray in this story. Photos: YouTube / PawMeow In Bulgaria, there are many dogs and cats that are abandoned on the streets. It is common, but those animals...
Humane education program resources for your animal organization
Would you like to help students in your community cultivate empathy and gain the knowledge and tools to make more informed and socially responsible choices by incorporating humane education programs at your animal With growing interest and ongoing discussion about this topic, we hope you’ll upload and peruse resources to help take your humane education programs to the next level. It’s the ultimate “pay it forward” — teaching today’s youth about empathy and compassion towards animals to make the world...
Dog is Put on Hospice But, Months Later, is Still Living Life to the Fullest
This story was originally shared on The Animal Rescue Site. Submit your own rescue story here. Your story just might be the next to be featured on our blog! I am a volunteer at Big Dog Ranch Rescue in Loxahatchee, Florida. I work in the medical building, and one day out of the corner of my eye, I noticed the tiniest chihuahua I had ever seen. PHOTO: PEGGY RYDBERG Boss weighed in at a whopping four pounds and was so cute. I inquired as to why he was in medical. Boss was picked up as a stray and had a life-threatening case of heart worms. SHARE...
California Bill Would Allow People & Pets to Be Buried Together if Passed
A new bill (528) introduced by California Assemblywoman Jacqui Irwin would allow public and private cemeteries to create separate sections within them where family pets can be buried with their owners. “Humans spend over a decade of their lives with their pets, building strong and irreplaceable bonds,” Irwin was quoted in the bill analysis. “It is natural for owners to want to keep their furry members close in the afterlife.” Photo: Pixabay/Pexels California Bill 528 Irwin, a Democrat, represents California’s...
