Delaware Names New Official State Dog: Rescue Pups!

It’s official! At an event at the Humane Animal Partners in Wilmington, Delaware, Gov. John Carney signed Senate Bill 37, designating rescue dogs as the official state dog of Delaware, while replacing the golden retriever in the process. The bill, which was introduced in January by Senator Jack Walsh, was approved with a wide majority by the state’s Legislative Assembly and Senate. “Delaware animal shelters take in thousands of pets each year, all of whom are waiting to find their forever home,” said Sen. Walsh....

    Posted On: Jun 5, 2023 | Category: Articles Cat Information Dog Information The Animal Rescue SiteView Details

4 Common Health Issues in Senior Pets and How To Solve Them

As more and more pet lovers choose to take senior pets into their homes and hearts, understanding and managing age-related health issues in elderly cats and dogs is front of mind for many pet parents. Fortunately, with the right approach to nutrition, exercise, mental stimulation and regular veterinary care, the most common health issues in senior pets can be kept at bay for as long as nature allows. Number of Senior Pets on the Rise Puppies and kittens may have had all the star power with prospective pet owners in the past. Today, however,...

    Posted On: Jun 5, 2023 | Category: Animal Wellness Magazine Cat Information Dog Information InformationView Details

A Quick Guide to Harness Training Your Cat

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...

    Posted On: Jun 4, 2023 | Category: Animal Wellness Magazine Cat Information InformationView Details

Water Cremation: A Green Funeral Option for Pet Parents

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...

    Posted On: Jun 1, 2023 | Category: Animal Wellness Magazine Cat Information Dog Information InformationView Details

78 Sandra Murphy How Shelters Are Dealing with Returned “Pandemic Pets”

Dog and cat adoptions skyrocketed during the pandemic, but now that life is going back to “normal”, a lot of these animals are being returned to shelters and rescues. How are these organizations dealing with the problem? For most of us, dogs and cats are for life. Sadly, not everyone feels the same way. Others may be forced by circumstance to give up their animals. This has become especially apparent in the wake of the pandemic, when a lot of the dogs and cats adopted during the early months of lockdown are being returned as...

    Posted On: Jun 1, 2023 | Category: Animal Wellness Magazine Cat Information Dog Information InformationView Details

SFO Gets New “Wag Brigade” Member, Duke the Cat

A 14-year-old rescue cat named Duke Ellington Morris is the San Francisco International Airport’s latest member of the Wag Brigade. What is the Wag Brigade, you ask? It’s a group of animals recruited to perform as therapy critters for harried passengers traveling through the Bay area. On December 3, 2013, SFO launched the program with the aim of bringing trained canines to the various terminals to make travel less stressful. The San Francisco Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (SPCA) brought dogs certified through...

    Posted On: May 29, 2023 | Category: Articles Cat Information Dog Information The Animal Rescue SiteView Details

Kelp: Your New Secret Weapon in Dental Care 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...

    Posted On: May 29, 2023 | Category: Animal Wellness Magazine Cat Information Dog Information InformationView Details

What Can Your Cat’s Poop Tell You About Her Health?

As a cat parent, you know scooping the litter box is an important part of caring for your kitty. And while it may sound unpleasant, it’s also important to pay attention to what’s happening inside the box. It gets you acquainted with your cat’s normal elimination patterns, giving you a useful indicator of her overall health — and alerting you when something might be going wrong. This article takes a closer look at cat poop, and what it may be telling you about your feline friend’s health. PERFECTLY NORMAL POOP...

    Posted On: May 28, 2023 | Category: Animal Wellness Magazine Cat Information InformationView Details

Common Ear Problems in Dogs and Cats

From infections to age-related hearing loss, our canine and feline companions are prone to several common ear problems. Does your dog or cat scratch his ears and shake his head a lot? If so, he may have a problem. Ear issues are among the most frequently seen conditions in veterinary practice. Unlike humans, who commonly have “earaches” involving the middle and inner ear, the majority of problems in animals involve the outer or external ear canal. 1. EAR INFECTIONS In most animals, ear disease takes the form of infections. In...

    Posted On: May 27, 2023 | Category: Animal Wellness Magazine Cat Information Dog Information InformationView Details

Don’t Cry This Kitty a River, Adopt Him Instead!

So, you’re looking for a friendly feline to welcome into your home for a forever friendship. One that won’t judge, will always be happy to see you, and looks forward to a good cuddle session when the time is right. Meet River, a 1-year-old domestic medium-hair mix with a gorgeous blue coat. River is currently in foster care through the Southern Arizona Cat Rescue in Tucson. Here’s what staff and his foster caregiver have put together for him. Ready to fall in love? Photo: SACatRescue Adoptable Cats “Are you looking for...

    Posted On: May 26, 2023 | Category: Articles Cat Information The Animal Rescue SiteView Details