Birdwatchers Are Being Asked to Join a Search for the World’s 10 Rarest Birds
Birdwatching provides an opportunity to enjoy wildlife, get out into nature, and offer your services as a citizen scientist. Now, you may also be able to add expert scavenger hunter to your resume. Re:wild, the American Bird Conservancy, and BirdLife International are teaming up with bird enthusiasts across the globe for the Search for Lost Birds program. Using data from the Cornell Lab of Ornithology’s eBird platform, the goal is to find 10 species that have been “lost” to science for more than 10 years. This is an offshoot...
Dog Gets Caught in the Act of Stealing Treats and Stashing Them
This story has been shared as part of the Fur Fam Story Contest. Submissions were accepted through December 5th. Voting will run from December 6th through December 31st. Three grand prize winners will receive a $500 prize, plus $2000 in cash and supplies for their favorite shelter. See all the stories here! Why the “Wonder Dog”? Well, he just makes you wonder. We are a pets on the furniture type of family. Needless to say, just like Sheldon on the Big Bang Theory, Skeeter has his “spot” and if something is in his way,...
Miranda Lambert Donates Much-Needed Supplies To Animal Shelters In Tennessee
‘Tis the season of giving, so a famous country singer visited three animal shelters in Tennessee bearing gifts. Miranda Lambert is known for her award-winning songs and her love of animals. She started MuttNation Foundation with her mom in 2009 which is focused on helping senior, special needs, and all homeless pets find forever homes. The country superstar recently went on a major shopping spree in Tractor Supply, the exclusive retailer of her MuttNation product line, and picked out thousands of dollars worth of food, toys, beds, and...
Share the Love with Subaru
Dec 21, 2021 There is a lot that can be said for this time of year! The holiday season is a time filled with love and joy, friends and family, busy calendars full of festive get-togethers, and cozy evenings at home wrapped in blankets. And at Austin Pets Alive! this is the busiest time of the year for our fundraising which is why we’re so grateful for Subaru’s Share The Love event! This holiday season marks Subaru’s 14th Share the Love event and since 2015 Austin Subaru has selected APA! as their hometown charity, raising...
How to Pet-Proof Your House for the Holidays
It’s supposed to be the most wonderful time of the year, but some pet parents may have to agree to disagree. It’s not uncommon for pet parents to have a tough time decorating their home for the holidays because of their pet’s knack for getting into things they shouldn’t – Christmas decor included. We’ve put together a list of ways you can pet-proof your home so you can get into the spirit without worrying about your pet this holiday season. Be mindful of your Christmas tree A live Christmas tree is the...
Is metronidazole the best choice for your dog?
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 Hailed A Hero After Saving Her Family From Carbon Monoxide Poisoning
A husky/coonhound mix named Roxy is a hero for saving her family from carbon monoxide poisoning. The family who lives in Ankeny, Iowa, was sound asleep when their carbon monoxide detector went off, but Roxy heard the alarm and immediately alerted her sleeping family. The mild-mannered dog started to jump on and off the bed and finally managed to wake her dad, Brad Harbert. Screenshot: YouTube/WHO13 He said he knew something was wrong when Roxy woke him up in the middle of the night and that is when he heard the alarm. Roxy rushed down the...
Social Posts About Communities Helping People and Pets You Don’t Want to Miss
We know not everyone is glued to social media 24/7. But we don’t want those people—who are you?!—to miss out on these incredible, incredibly clicky, stories that we shared in 2021. Each one shows the power of community-focused sheltering to keep pets with people and out of animal shelters—they also show just how engaging these stories are! People want to know what organizations and individuals are doing to keep families together, and pets out of shelters. They want to know, and they want to help. Yes that’s us...
Tips for traveling with pets over the holidays
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...
Two Bull Elk Stuck to Wire Fence Freed By Colorado Wildlife Officers
Estes Park in Colorado is known for its resident elk. The city’s close proximity to Rocky Mountain National Park allows many outdoor enthusiasts to see the herd as they head into and out of one of the National Park Service’s jewels. A recent interaction between two bulls in the city resulted in them both becoming trapped, but wildlife officers arrived to save the day. According to a social media post from Colorado Parks and Wildlife, two bull elk became entangled together after managing to get stuck in wire fencing. A video shared...
After Their Friend Dies of Cancer, Couple Takes in Her Special Needs Dog
This story has been shared as part of the Fur Fam Story Contest. Submissions were accepted through December 5th. Voting will run from December 6th through December 31st. Three grand prize winners will receive a $500 prize, plus $2000 in cash and supplies for their favorite shelter. See all the stories here! I lost one of the loves of my life on August 16, 2017. My precious Dachshund, Gretchin. I was beside myself, we all were. She would have been 14 in just three more months. We had lost her brother Otto in 2014 from a sudden heart attack at...
Dogs Enjoy Listening To Christmas Music And Even Have Favorite Songs, Survey Finds
Music can help shelter dogs relax and entertain your dog while you are away, so it may come as no surprise that many pups enjoy listening to holiday music. But just like us, they have their favorite songs. A recent survey performed by UK-based nonprofit, Guide Dogs, asked 1,000 dog owners which songs their dogs wagged their tails to the most and revealed the top 10 Christmas songs. Photo: Unsplash/Elina Fairytale Last Christmas by Wham! was the favorite song according to the survey. Listen to it below and see how your dog responds. [embedded...
Coming Together to Accomplish More: Coalition Building for Animal Care Organizations
[embedded content] When animal care organizations work together, they can create powerful change in their communities. In this live webinar you will hear from Katherine Shenar, executive vice president for The Association for Animal Welfare Advancement, and Shelly Moore, President and CEO for Humane Society of Charlotte, North Carolina. This duo worked together to form a coalition back in 2006, one that is still thriving today. They will teach you how to identify common ground and put aside differences to accomplish more collectively than...
Bring Joy to Jingle & Jangle
Dec 20, 2021 It was a regular day at the shelter until evening came and the staff went to lock the Maddie’s® Cat Adoption Center’s doors. Right outside, there was a cat carrier sitting alone with nothing but a note. As the carrier was shaking violently, a staff member went closer to see what was scribbled across the napkin. It read, “Dog flea treatment. Poisonous. Seizures.” As she looked into the carrier she could see two tabby cats in crisis. The cats, later named Jingle and Jangle for the holiday season, were...
How Breed Restrictions Split Up Military Families
Thousands of service members live on military bases across the world. Sadly, not all of their family is welcome on base with them, namely their dogs. When military housing was privatized in 1996, the six companies that took responsibility for the bases — known as the Residential Communities Initiative consortium (RCI) — sought to create common policies across all bases. One such policy includes the banning of specific breeds of dog — breeds the RCI has deemed “dangerous,”including, but not limited to: Pit Bulls,...
Discover Your Cat & Dog’s Holiday Elf Name Here
Who needs Elf on the Shelf when you own a cat or dog?! Cats love to climb and hide in places they shouldn’t, and some dogs seem to find trouble wherever they go. They also kind of resemble elves with their pointy ears. The only thing left to do is figure out their elf name. But where do you start? No worries, we are here to help! Photo: Unsplash/Karsten Winegeart We have created a fun way to find a unique holiday elf name for you, your cat & dog. Check them out below and don’t forget to spread some holiday cheer by sharing...
6 things to consider before gifting a dog for Christmas
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...
German Shepherd Dog
Proud parent of a German Shepherd Dog who’s looking to learn more or thinking about getting a GSD? Learn the facts about this dog breed here. German Shepherd Dog Facts What is the typical size of a German Shepherd dog? Photography by Polryaz / Shutterstock. Weight: 60 – 85 pounds (27.22 – 38.56 kg) Height: 23 – 25 inches (58.42 – 63.50 cm) German Shepherd Dogs (or GSD, as they’re sometimes known!) have a noble, proportioned and commanding look. A typical GSD’s body — slightly longer than tall...
Maddie’s Weekly Roundup: Behavior program survey, inclusive resources and more!
Happy Monday! Below is a brief roundup of resources added over the past week. Please note that this will be the last Chew on This blog post for the year. We will see you with fresh posts in January! Does your animal shelter have a behavior program? Tell us!You may remember us mentioning we have a few surveys coming your way this winter. Here’s a NEW one about shelter behavior practices. Supporting and making outcome decisions for dogs with behavioral concerns is a challenge for many shelters, so we’re looking to do an...
Patient Dog Gets Wrapped Like A Christmas Present In Viral TikTok Video
An 8-year-old chihuahua mix named Gracie has gone viral for being wrapped like a Christmas present on TikTok. The cooperative dog was rescued by her owner, Scott Hubbard, 7 years ago, and ever since, the two have been partaking in a special Christmas tradition. Each family has its own holiday traditions, and many include pets. Some might take holiday photos with their fur babies or give them stockings with yummy treats. Photo: flickr/Wayne Silver For Scott Hubbard, he and Gracie have a 7-year-tradition of wrapping her like a present. Hubbard...
