Dog Massage for Arthritis
If you’ve been lucky enough to love a dog, you know that many develop some level of arthritis. Arthritis, or joint inflammation, most commonly appears in senior dogs; however, young dogs are also susceptible. Managing dog arthritis involves pharmaceutical and nutraceutical intervention, as well as lifestyle and environmental adaptations. Include massage therapy in this list as it creates a rewarding experience for both you and your dog. While most dogs respond positively to massage therapy, dogs with arthritis find it particularly...
Saving Lives One Pet Portrait at a Time
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...
Maddie’s Weekly Roundup: ASV Guidelines Re-Boot Camp, Domains Model and more!
Happy Monday! Below is a brief roundup of resources added over the past week. Register now for Maddie’s Insights: 5 Domains of Animal CareJoin Dr. Kat Littlewood for the “Five Domains of Animal Care.” The Five Domains Model is a holistic and structured framework for gathering together well-being indicators and assessing animal well-being. Maddie’s Fund® Director of Outreach and Research, Sheila Segurson, DVM, DACVB will host this 60-minute webcast on Thursday, May 11 at 12:00PM PT/ 3:00PM ET.… Learn More...
Ignorant And Impulsive Couple Decided To Adopt A Cat Despite Previous Agreement with Roommate
Simple roommate disputes can easily be solved with a little bit of talking. Living in a shared space should be relatively peaceful as long as those involved are open to communicating. Boundaries should always be respected, and that respect also extends to any pet that lives in the same space as you. PHOTO: Pixabay/Noël Milena One Redditor shared her situation with her roommate, who had an old cat living with them already. The problem started when she and her partner decided to adopt a kitten. We’ve seen our fair share of siblings...
Rescuers Save Terrified Dog Left At A Donation Bin With Her Stuffed Cow
A Houston, Texas animal rescuer named Samantha knows the heartbreaking truth about pet abandonment. It’s a huge issue in Houston and other areas of Texas and she’s doing everything in her power to help. Animal abandonment is a heartbreaking reality that can have devastating consequences for the animals involved. Abandoned animals are often left without food, water, or shelter, and are forced to fend for themselves in dangerous and unfamiliar environments. Photo: Flickr/Thank You (23 Millions+) views License: CC BY 2.0 The physical...
Rescue Dog Born With “Stretched” Face Gains Fans Around The World
A sweet rescue dog with a unique, “stretched” face is making quite a splash on social media. Lieschen O’Neill adopted Belle as a tiny puppy and had no idea how much joy the dog would bring to her life. Photo: YouTube/GeoBeats Animals According to GeoBeats Animals, Lieschen rescued Belle from a shelter when the puppy was around 12 weeks old. The shelter didn’t have any backstory on Belle, but it was obvious that she was a special dog. If you look at her, you can see right away that’s got somewhat of a...
England Bans Electric Shock Collars In Historic Animal Welfare Ruling
Shock collars have long been a topic of debate, with many animal welfare activists campaigning against them. When used, a shock collar can remotely deliver an electric shock to a dog’s neck, typically as a form of punishment or negative reinforcement for unwanted behavior. Photo: Pexels/Courtney Sargent While some trainers and pet owners use shock collars as a training tool, they have been the subject of controversy and debate due to concerns over their potential to cause pain and distress to animals. Several countries and jurisdictions...
Jojo Siwa Opens Up About The Devastating Loss Of Her New Puppy
19-year-old Jojo Siwa is known for her upbeat personality and happy-go-lucky charm, but she recently opened up about an incredibly serious and sad matter: the death of her new puppy. Siwa became famous after appearing on two seasons of Dance Moms along with her mother, dance instructor Jessalynn Siwa. Photo: TikTok/@itsjojosiwa Since then, she’s risen to stardom and become known in the dance, music, and influencer spaces! While generally full of smiles and positivity, Siwa recently revealed the heartbreaking news on TikTok. Photo:...
Friendly Pony Befriends Farm Cat
If there is one language that we all can speak, it’s love. Love doesn’t necessarily mean just romantic feelings. Oftentimes, some of our great love stories include platonic ones, such as friendships. That love that you have for your bestie is the same in the human world as it is in the animal kingdom. While we might not always notice, animals are quite capable of forming meaningful relationships with one another – including with animals of a completely different species. Photo: TikTok/@shar.willow.buddy There is no better...
Tiny French Bulldog Refuses To Go To Bed
Loving dogs is one of the most beautiful and rewarding experiences that a person can have. These furry, four-legged creatures have a way of touching our hearts and souls like nothing else. However, caring for them can be quite a lot of work. Taking care of a puppy, especially, can be a fun and rewarding experience, but it also requires a lot of responsibility and commitment. However, it’s all worth it in the end. From wagging their tails when we come home to snuggling up beside us on the couch, dogs bring us so much joy and happiness....
Dug Up at Dogster: May 2023 Dog Events and Dog Holidays
Three May dog holidays stick out for me: National Dog Mom’s Day (for obvious reasons), International Chihuahua Appreciation Day (see my Chiweenie, Lucy, in the photo!) and National Rescue Dog Day. Even though both my girls, Emmy and Lucy, now comfortably lounge around my house on their oversized beds, they once had no homes. During the height of the Covid pandemic, Emmy was abandoned at a school about an hour from my house. One of the teachers (my friend’s aunt) noticed a white, scruffy, furry dog around campus at all hours....
Kibble Dog Food: What It Is and What’s New
Simply put: Kibble consists of crunchy, little pieces made in a high-heat process that dog parents spill into bowls for their dogs to devour. No mess. No fuss. Look around today, however, and you encounter kibble undergoing a tasty revolution. Companies now tout kibble as: made from sustainable and alternative proteins like insects, such as the dried black soldier fly larvae (Yum or yuck, depending on your viewpoint.) gently air-dried to maintain more nutrients with each bite for your canine pal made from all-natural human-grade ingredients...
Advances in Microbiome Science Lead to High-Potency Probiotic for Dogs and Cats
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...
Woman Adopts An Obese Cat And Transforms His Live For The Better
If you spend any amount of time hanging around a conversation, it won’t be long before it turns to diet. People seem to be obsessed with diets, and they want to be healthy and trim. It doesn’t take much looking, however, to realize that humans sometimes fall short of the mark. They may also have cats in their lives that fall short of the mark as well. Photo: TikTok/@legendofleaa Unfortunately, some people are killing their cats with kindness. They feed them too much food or perhaps even the wrong type of food and before you know...
Artist Transforms Old TV Into A Tiny Cat Apartment
It wasn’t all that long ago that technology was so different that it is now considered antiquated. You really only need to think back maybe 30 or 40 years and suddenly, you see just how much things have changed. One of the ways this took place was in the television sets we watch. These days, they are super thin, extra-large, and hanging on the wall. In the 1980s, however, they were big boxes that sometimes sat on the floor. Photo: Pexels/Burak The Weekender These days, you would have a difficult time finding one of those old television...
Sweet Rescue Dog Waits An Entire Year To Find A Forever Home
Life can be difficult when you are a dog living in an animal shelter. There are glimmers of hope when someone visits, but it often ends in disappointment as they leave. That was the case with a dog named Sophie at the Seminole County Animal Services facility. When she arrived at the shelter, they thought she would be gone very soon but it would be an entire year before she found a home. It may have even been longer before she found a home, but thanks to the efforts of those at the shelter, she got an unexpected boost. They posted a video that...
Police Find A Starving Husky Dumped In A Garbage Bag And Left To Die
As loving pet parents, we could never even imagine doing something that would harm our furry friends. Even when they are naughty, we give them the benefit of the doubt. That is why it is such a shock when we hear about dogs being abused. Our heart really goes out to the dog, and we hope the best for them. Photo: Facebook/AMA Animal Rescue This recently happened when New York City Police found a garbage bag. When looking inside, they discovered an emaciated and injured husky that was barely alive. The dog was so covered with wounds and was...
Gentle Rescuer Works With Horse Suffering From “Blanket Trauma”
Most of us have reactions to something in life that are less than desirable. Perhaps it is learned behavior or maybe, the situation just reminds us of something unpleasant. In any case, it can be traumatic when we are exposed to such a situation. A horse named Calavera knows this very well. Photo: TikTok/@lugosthepalomino Calavera’s human realizes that in the past, the horse was abused. Even so, he needed to wear the blanket, although he was traumatized whenever she got close to him. As the human continues to try to put the blanket on...
Rescue Parrot Mothers Tiny Abandoned Kittens
You never quite know what you are going to get when you rescue an animal. Perhaps that is why we often see the bumper sticker, “Who Rescued Who?” In Brazil, a man named Josemar Milli has learned the power of rescuing animals firsthand. It started when he rescued a parrot and named him Louro. Photo: TikTok/@joseheber2 One day, Milli started to notice some strange behavior from the bird. You see, they all lived on a farm, and for quite some time, Louro was hanging out near an old fence post. The owner thought it was strange that the...
Stray Dog With Jar Stuck On Her Head Finally Learns What It’s Like To Feel Loved
Anyone who has a dog in their life realizes they can get into some strange predicaments. The same is also true for stray dogs, but there is a difference. Once a stray finds themselves in a sticky situation, they don’t have the help available at all times. Sometimes, they just need to live with the situation until something changes. Photo: YouTube/The Dodo This was recently seen in Guam when a stray dog wandered around with a jar stuck on her head. This wasn’t something that came and went quickly. According to The Dodo, Winnie the...
