Choosing an Animal Communicator for Your Dog or Cat
Thinking about hiring an animal communicator for your dog or cat? Find out what communicators can and can’t do, and how to choose the right individual for you and your animal. Does your dog bark non-stop? Does your cat have a biting problem? If your veterinarian has given your best friend a clean bill of health, and the training techniques you’re using don’t seem to be helping — what’s next? Animal communication may be able to provide you with some answers about why your dog or cat is acting the way he is. But...
Bonded Tortie Ladies in Need of a Together Forever Home Would Like to Meet You
A bonded pair of tortoiseshell kitties in southern Arizona are searching for a together forever home so they can stay in each other’s lives after everything they’ve been through so far — including motherhood. Meet Blair (1 year) and Willow (2 years). This is what the Southern Arizona Cat Rescue, which is in charge of their welfare until a permanent home can be found, had to say about these unusual ladies: Sisters? Mama and Daughter? Best Friends? Whatever their story may be, these girls are inseparable. They helped each...
Could Getting Another Pet Increase Your Dog’s Lifespan? Research Says “Yes”
As pet owners, most of us are always looking for ways to improve their quality of life. We take them in for regular checkups, give them the best quality foods and treats we can afford, walk them regularly, and try to provide them with the mental stimulation and enrichments recommended for long, healthy, and (hopefully) happy lives. A recent study involving over 21,000 canines conducted through the Dog Aging Project looked into the environmental and social factors linked with the increased lifespans of our canine friends. According to the...
Using Acupressure to Combat Firecracker Fear
Fireworks produce loud BANGS and flashing lights that can delight humans, but they’re not so much fun for animals. The sounds and lights can scare any dog, cat, horse, deer, fox, coyote, bird, squirrel, rabbit, and even humans with PTSD or light/sound sensitivity. Learn how acupressure can help keep your dog or cat calm during fireworks. Fireworks are a popular way to celebrate events depending on the country and culture. In the United States, we mark the Fourth of July and New Year’s Eve celebrations with fireworks. People have...
Young, Malnourished Street Kitty that Got a Chance at Indoor Life is Sold on the Idea Now
Meet 9-month-old Tamarind, a special shy boy who is learning indoor life after living most of his existence on the streets. Malnourished and sick, his rescuers at Southern Arizona Cat Rescue in Tucson thought he was a kitten when he arrived at just 2 pounds! Upon further examination, however, it was discovered that he had all of his adult teeth in, putting the kibosh on that theory. Photo: SACatRescue Tamarind is healthy now, per his vet, but this petite boy still has a sensitive tummy and can be a bit of a shy eater. With time and patience,...
Is Dental Health Really About Plaque and Tartar?
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Emergency Preparedness for 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...
Majority of Pet Owners Say they Wouldn’t Cut Pet Spending if they Were Laid Off
A recent survey conducted by Quicken Inc., the maker of personal finance software, has revealed that only 38 percent of pet owners would consider cutting back on their spending habits when it comes to their fur babies should they get laid off. What makes this interesting is that 56 percent of parents say they’d sacrifice child care if the same were to happen to them. Conducted and released back in April 2023, the purpose of the poll was to determine just how much belt-tightening Americans have done so far while faced with high inflation...
3 Reasons to Use Cordyceps for Cats
Cordyceps for cats have many health benefits, including for their kidneys, diabetes, and lungs. No matter what age your kitty is, cordyceps can help keep them healthy and feeling great! Have you heard about the health benefits of Cordyceps for cats? The Cordyceps mushroom is related to two of the tastiest edible mushrooms: Truffles and Morels. This is important because palatability rules when it comes to giving cats healthy supplements. You know how picky our feline friends can be! Beyond that, cordyceps also have many functional benefits for...
The Ultimate Summer Pet Safety Guide!
These handy summer pet safety tips will keep your four-legged friends happy and healthy when you’re having fun in the sun, going for a dip, and during all your summer excursions. There’s nothing like a summer adventure with your four-legged bestie! But summer also brings some hazards for your furry pal. Veterinarians Don LeHoullier, owner of Countryside Veterinary Clinic, and Dr. Louis DelGuidice, National Emergency Specialty Director with AmeriVet Veterinary Partners, understand summer risks. They’ve offered some great...
