April Showers Bring (Dog-Friendly) May Flowers!
We’re well into the spring season which means one thing – it’s time to get planting! If you plan on doing some gardening this season, why not fill your garden with dog-friendly plants? We’ve put together a list of some of our favorite pet-safe plants, including a few that stand up well to even the most rambunctious pup. Camellia This beautiful flowering shrub originates in eastern and southern Asia but has become popular worldwide with gardeners looking for an easy to care for evergreen. Their vibrant flowers bloom in...
6 Tips for Building a Barrier-Free, Inclusive Foster Base
The ASPCA LA Foster Program launched in 2017 in partnership with the County of Los Angeles Department of Animal Care and Control (LA DACC). The first step we took to creating our foster volunteer base was making kitten fostering accessible to anyone who wanted to help. We also dedicated our efforts to supporting a successful foster experience by focusing on 4–8-week-old kittens who were still at risk in the shelter and yet were an easy group of kittens for new fosters to care for. Within the first year of our program, foster...
Rescue Dog Watches over Toddler Even at Night to Keep Him Safe
How much loyal love a dog has for his owners is just amazing! Emily did not expect that their rescue dog Kendall would become the number 1 protector of their son. Kendall was short of a few hours to being euthanized when Emily and Davy agreed to adopt her. Emily saw her picture and felt that she was the right companion for their dog Tiger. Photo: YouTube/The Dodo Yes, the two dogs became close friends. But in the early months of her adoption, Kendall was such a destructive dog. Emily and Davy were almost tempted to regret their decision, but...
Retired Firefighter Received Best News during Interview about His Stolen Pit Bulls
Kevin Johnson is a retired firefighter from Calavera County, California. He is the owner of two pit bulls named Hay Hay, ten months old, and Nina, six years old. Photo: YouTube/CBS Sacramento He loves them as if they were his children. He was also looking forward to one of them becoming a certified emotional support dog to help him recover from the trauma of his more than 30 years in the service of firefighting and rescue. But his experience did not prepare him for what was going to happen to his two pit bulls in the quiet neighborhood where...
Pup Got Skin Trouble?
Disclaimer: If you purchase items through links on our site we may earn a commission. Dogs definitely put the capital D in diversity in terms of size, looks and temperaments. But the vitality of every dog of every age can be strongly linked to the health of his skin and coat. Quick anatomy lesson: A dog’s skin represents the largest organ, with the liver coming in a distant second. The three layers of skin — the epidermis (outer), dermis (middle) and subcutis (inner) team up to regulate body temperature, shield against infectious...
Biologists Save an Eaglet That Fell from Its Nest at Catalina Island
On April 25th, an eaglet’s life was put in danger, and it was caught on camera. One of the parents accidentally kicked the eaglet out of the nest while it was trying to fly out. The baby eagle landed under the nest — not knowing what was next and a bit unaware of what was happening. One day after the incident, a rescue team trekked the island to come and save the baby eagle. Photo: Youtube/Explore Live Nature Cams Wildlife biologist Peter Sharpe and his team were monitoring the island — they formed a rescue group after...
Man Rescues Filthy Kitten, Realizes it Has Markings Similar to His Tattoo
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 rescued Charlie about six months ago. It was early afternoon. My flatmate and I were on our way to get some hummus, just me, her, and her dog Rollo. While walking by an intersection, we noticed a guy trying to get something out of the engine, and when we got closer, we heard the cries from inside. I wouldn’t say the guy was fat, but he was a big guy. Me on the other hand, is a...
Strongest Woman In the World Stays Behind To Care For Injured and Orphaned Animals In Ukraine
Anna Kurkurina, the strongest woman in the world with multiple powerlifting champion titles, is showing her strength in a different way as her beloved country is under attack. The Ukrainian athlete and trainer chose to stay behind and care for injured and abandoned dogs and cats roaming the war-torn streets. It was an easy decision for her. She told UAnimals, a nonprofit organization, “Many ask why I didn’t go? War is a litmus paper that shows whether you are human or not. A man is the one who has a soul. For me, my soul is my...
Millions Of Honeybees Die After Being Left Out On Hot Tarmac At Atlanta Airport
Five million honeybees were scheduled to fly on Delta Air Lines to Anchorage, Alaska, but were rerouted to Atlanta which resulted in the death of nearly all the bees on board. According to The New York Times, the bees died of starvation and heat exhaustion after being left outside for hours on the hot tarmac in Atlanta. Alaska beekeeper Sarah McElrea ordered the bees from a distributor in California to pollinate apple orchards, nurseries, and add to the hives of over 300 Alaskan beekeepers. She became worried when the bees didn’t make...
Watch any of the We Foster Huddles on-demand
Whether you missed one or want to re-watch for some tangible ideas, you can watch any of the four We Foster Huddles on-demand at your convenience! Below is the lineup. If you have questions or want access to resources mentioned on any of them, head over to Maddie’s® Pet Forum where you’ll find everything you need (and more!) Huddle 1: Watch now Practice: Foster Program and Processes/Policies are Equitable and Inclusive of the Entire CommunitySpeakers: Jackie Noble (San Diego Humane Society) and Alysia Martinez (Pensacola...
Diet and supplements help dog’s joint issues
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...
Smoothies you can share with your dog
Smoothies are a delicious and refreshing way to boost nutritional intake. And with a few ingredient tweaks, you can also share them your dog! Smoothies have become a nutritional mainstay for many people. Just toss some fresh fruits, veggies, nut milk, yogurt, or other ingredients into a blender, food processer or Magic Bullet, and voila – you have a flavorful drink that’s packed full of health-boosting vitamins and minerals. But here’s what makes smoothies even better – you can share them with your dog! Each of the...
Ecological Refugees Arrive in the UK, Observed by Wildlife Watchers
Wildlife watchers from the UK are now seeing ecological refugees due to the ongoing rise of the Earth’s temperature. These animals are finding safe places that were formerly too cold. This situation is happening worldwide — most refugees were birds and insects. Photo: Pixnio/Gentry George, USFWS Researchers from the University of Exeter requested volunteers to contribute to wildlife recording schemes about their attitude towards the arrival of various birds and insects in the UK. The volunteers welcomed most of the refugees...
Woman Who Swears She’d Never Get a Cat is Adopted By Sweet Stray
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! My mother has never owned a cat in her life, despite my attempts to pawn a rescue or two off on her over the years. But she would have none of it! “No cats in my house! Ever!” Famous last words. In September of 2014, I was at mom’s helping her with some fall plantings when I saw him slink through the back alley and behind the neighbor’s garage. He was so scrawny...
Yorkie Named Rex Reunited With Owner 11 Years After He Was Stolen
Eleven years ago, a Boston woman got a dog to help her process the loss of a family member. But though that dog, Rex, indeed helped her feel better, the little Yorkie was quickly stolen, leaving Marzena feeling even worse than before. Thankfully, Rex wasn’t stolen before Marzena took him to get a microchip. This stroke of genius would pave the way for the pair’s eventual reunion, although it wouldn’t take place for another decade. Photo: Pixabay “Warner Bros., Paramount, Disney & Universal Studios may we have your...
Cruel Glue Traps Will Be Banned Across England
After years of protest and the “Unstuck” campaign by The Humane Society International (HSI), cruel glue traps have been banned across England. HSI shared the bill was passed unanimously by the House of Lords. Photo: Pixabay/Alexas_Fotos Glue traps are an inhumane way to deal with unwanted rodents and insects. Aside from the immense suffering an animal stuck in a glue track endures, it takes days for them to die. Mice aren’t the only animals who suffocate or break limbs trying to escape the barbaric traps. Birds, reptiles,...
Is your dog jumping on the furniture?
Dogs are notorious for jumping on furniture, whether it’s your bed, couch, or a chair. While this may seem like a cute behavior when they’re just a puppy, it can become quite bothersome as they get older (and a lot bigger). Not only does it become uncomfortable for you but there’s also the chance that they might damage your furniture. Which is an expensive replacement. The best solution is to simply keep them off the furniture. Let’s first get a better understanding of why your pup is jumping on furniture in the first...
9 Beach Rules for Cool Dogs
Soft sand under paws; ocean breeze in the air; new sights, sounds, scents — no wonder dogs love the beach. But the beach doesn’t always love them back. There are plenty of pitfalls that can ruin a great day on the shore. However, if you keep these nine simple rules in mind, beach day will be the highlight of your pup’s summer! ©dragana991 | Getty Images Know before you go Off-leash rules vary, so consult governing agencies or local tourism bureaus when you plan your play day, and Google “off-leash beaches”...
Dog Breed Is Not as Closely Linked to Behavior as Most People Think
Humans have different impressions of each dog breed — sometimes, it is the hindering factor that causes people to be hesitant to adopt a particular breed. Physical traits distinguish dog types, and behavior is often associated with them. Some would say retrievers are the most human-friendly, for example — while others would say pit bulls are the most aggressive. But is breed the key factor in knowing one dog’s behavior? Photo: Pixabay/Surprising_Shots There are hundreds of dog breeds, and every single one of them is grouped...
Maddie’s Weekly Roundup: The We Foster Challenge starts, CARE receives a grant and more!
Happy Monday! Below is a brief roundup of resources added over the past week. Happy birthday, Maddie!Tuesday we celebrated the little dog who started a revolution. She was bold, feisty and not afraid to take chances. Although she is no longer with us, we continue to give thanks to Maddie in the form of grants, resources and in everything we do. We know she’d be insanely proud of the work you… Learn More Companions and Animals for Reform and Equity receives $1.7M grant, #ThanksToMaddieLast week, Maddie’s Fund awarded a...
