5 Natural Dental Care Solutions Your Furry Friend Will Love
The state of your dog’s mouth tells a story about their overall health. Traditional approaches combined with modern understanding offer effective, natural solutions for maintaining optimal dental wellness. Here are five natural dental care solutions to keep those pearly whites shining bright.Source: Animal Wellness...
How to Handle Litter Box Challenges
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...
Dogster Photo Contest: Dogs of the Week Winners (Feb 20, 2025)
Click to Skip Ahead This Week’s Winner Name: Effy Breed: Pomeranian Fun Fact: “Hi, I’m Effy! A little ball of fluff with a bigheart! I love belly rubs, treats, and making everyone smile. When I’m notbusy being the cutest pup around, you’ll find me going on adventures,napping in the sun, or giving the best cuddles. Please vote for me andlet’s make this contest pawsome! “ Cutest Name: Buddy Breed: Maltese Fun Fact: “buddy is 12 years old and i adopted this awesome senior last january...
Natural Solutions for Dry Skin in Dogs and Cats
Dry skin can be irritating and painful for companion animals. No matter the cause, one of the best solutions is fish oil with omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids! Dry skin in dogs and cats is more than just a cosmetic issue—it can lead to discomfort, itching, and even infections. There are many solutions for dry skin in dogs and cats, but dietary supplements rich in omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids can make a significant difference, regardless of the cause. Learn about effective strategies and products to keep your dog’s or cat’s...
The kittens are coming! Register now for Camp Maddie: Kitten Edition
Kitten Season is coming soon, and so is help! Prepare for the kittens with expert guidance from leaders in the field. Join us on Tuesday, March 4, 2025 from 9AM PT/12PM ET to 1PM PT/4PM ET, for Camp Maddie: Kitten Edition. This free, half-day session is designed to equip participants with essential skills and knowledge to tackle the challenges of the upcoming kitten season, which is expected to be particularly demanding. Most kittens in the United States are born to free-roaming community cats. With shelters already stretched...
The ‘W’ Word and the Evolution of Walks for Rosa and Mac
Welcome to the Wednesday Dogs of Dogster! Every Wednesday, we share a story from one of our Dogsters. This week is about Nicole and her two rescue dogs, Mac and Rosa. Living with dogs means learning their language, but more importantly, it means realizing they’ve learned ours. I’ve heard people say that dogs don’t understand English but I’m confident those people have never owned a dog. In our home, like many homes with dogs, there is one word we dare not speak unless we are fully prepared to follow through: walk. Even...
Natural Immune Support: Top Herbs for Immune Support in Dogs
In today’s world, many dogs face challenges that can weaken their immune systems, from environmental toxins to poor diets. As more individuals seek holistic solutions, incorporating herbs into a dog’s wellness routine offers a promising avenue for enhancing immune health. Understanding the Immune System Struggles Dogs encounter numerous factors that can compromise their natural defenses. Environmental toxins, such as pesticides and harmful substances in food, contribute to allergies, organ diseases, and autoimmune disorders. A...
Ear Dermatitis In Dogs: Our Vet Explains the Signs, Risks & TreatmentÂ
VET APPROVED The information is current and up-to-date in accordance with the latest veterinarian research. Learn more » Click to Skip Ahead Ask any general practice veterinarian what type of ailments they see most often in dogs and I will guarantee you that skin and ear problems will make the top three. Healthy skin is vital for a healthy body, being the first line of defense against injury and infection, an essential part of the sensory system, and the body’s largest organ. Although they make up a relatively small part of the...
10 Best Dog Foods on Chewy in 2025 – Reviews & Top Picks
As a dog owner, can you even keep up anymore with all these recent changes in dog diets? It can get so confusing as things change, wondering what the best options are for your best buddy. Luckily, we can help out. Chewy is a huge supporter of pet health, offering terrific nutrition with convenient shipping options. We rounded up ten of the best dog foods Chewy offers with intense research and testing. Here are our reviews. Click to Skip Ahead A Glance at Our Top Picks (2025 Update) The 10 Best Dog Foods on Chewy 1. Purina ONE Natural True...
Cancer Treatment Gets Personal: How Artificial Intelligence Is Taking the Guesswork Out of Common Canine Cancers
VET APPROVED The information is current and up-to-date in accordance with the latest veterinarian research. Learn more » Cancer – a single word that can change your world in an instant. It doesn’t discriminate. It doesn’t care if you’re old or young, rich or poor, kind or spiteful; it is the great equalizer. It is also one area of medical research that is constantly on the move. This week, we were lucky enough to speak to one of the pioneers of an extraordinary new weapon in the war against cancer in both humans...
Urgent Freeze Fosters Needed
Feb 18, 2025 Austin, it’s happening again! The temps are dipping into freezing and below starting today and lasting the remainder of the week. With the pending extreme winter temps headed our way we’re working to move 57 animals — 50 dogs and the current 7 Barn Cats to sleepover, foster or adoptive homes! While we do have working heaters in every kennel building, these are “open-air” kennels, meaning they can be drafty and being made out of concrete, not an ideal place to spend a night in these extreme...
Natural Anti-Inflammatory Treatments 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...
Maddie’s Weekly Roundup: Supporting your community, bird flu webcast and more!
Happy Tuesday! Below is a brief roundup of resources added over the past week. 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...
Maintaining a Routine for Your Feline Companion
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...
Dogs and Anxiety: How Lava, Hela and Lajka React to Everything
VET APPROVED The information is current and up-to-date in accordance with the latest veterinarian research. Learn more » Hi, I’m Dr. Maja! Read my introduction to learn more about me and my two crossbreed dogs, Lava and Hela. Having three dogs with totally different personalities is quite fun. It’s interesting to observe each one’s reaction to a common event, such as visitors, or a more uncommon and stressful one like sudden thunderstorms. And it’s also peculiar that with the three of them spending all of their...
Could This Be the Last Skin and Coat Treatment You Ever Buy? Exploring the Pet Health Benefits of Swiftlet Nest
Discover how the pet health benefits of swiftlet nest can transform your pet’s skin, coat, and overall vitality! This natural solution helps treat hot spots, reduce itching, and increase energy in both dogs and cats—without relying on harsh pharmaceuticals. For over a millennium, Asian cultures have recognized the power of swiftlet nest for improving health. Now, this miraculous remedy, packed with glyconutrients like sialic acid, is available to North American pet parents who want a safe, effective way to treat skin issues and...
Ask Dr. Paola: Monday February 17, 2025
VET APPROVED The information is current and up-to-date in accordance with the latest veterinarian research. Learn more » Welcome to our “Ask Dr. Paola” series, where every Monday we bring expert advice straight from Dr. Paola Cuevas (MVZ) to help our readers better understand their dog’s health and well-being. Whether you’re a new pet parent or a seasoned dog lover, Dr. Paola is here to provide answers to your most pressing questions. From nutrition tips and preventive care to troubleshooting common behavioral...
How Exercise Deficiency Can Harm Your Dog
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...
Would I Clone My Dog? Dr. Karyn Faces Temptation
VET APPROVED The information is current and up-to-date in accordance with the latest veterinarian research. Learn more » Hi, I’m Dr. Karyn! Read my introduction to learn more about me and my five funny dogs, Poppy, Bailey, Kodah, Ned, and Fred. What I love about my work here at Dogster, apart from being able to share all the fun and foibles of my household of dogs and cats, is being able to share my knowledge and experience about pet health and behavior. Part of that process is researching different topics and subjects that I...
Boost Pet Vitality with KSM-66 Ashwagandha: A Natural Solution for Dogs and Cats
KSM-66 Ashwagandha boosts pet vitality by reducing stress, increasing energy, supporting cognitive health, and improving overall well-being in dogs and cats. As pet parents, we all want to see our furry companions happy, healthy, and full of energy. Whether it’s a playful puppy bounding through the yard or an older cat lounging in the sun, we want our dogs and cats to thrive at every stage of life. One natural way to boost pet vitality with KSM-66 Ashwagandha is by incorporating this powerful adaptogenic herb into their daily routine....
