Nonprofit, “My Grandfather’s Cat,” Celebrates 100th Adoption!

A 28-year-old Canadian woman who helps seniors rehome their pets has celebrated her 100th animal adoption! Angela Rafuse was inspired to create a charity benefitting seniors and their pets after her 85-year-old grandpa passed away before he could find a home for his cat, Mackenzie. None of his surviving relations had the ability to take the frightened calico in, so Angela made the decision to adopt the kitty herself. Photo: Pixabay/JosepMonter Seniors Living with Pets Angela moved back home to live with her parents in Halifax, Nova Scotia,...

    Posted On: Mar 6, 2023 | Category: Articles Cat Information Dog Information The Animal Rescue SiteView Details

Bathing Beauty Lexsa Can’t Wait for Summer and Adoption

A handsome girl who can’t get enough pool time in her life is looking forward to summer heat while planning for her inevitable adoption. Currently residing in Arizona, she’s sure the heat will come, but she’s a bit concerned about the adoption part. You see, when swim weather rolls around this June, she’ll have been a resident at the Pima Animal Care Center in Tucson for a full year, and no animal should have to wait that long for a forever home! This lovely lady and her brother were abandoned by one owner and then...

    Posted On: Mar 3, 2023 | Category: Articles Dog Information The Animal Rescue SiteView Details

3 Things You Need to Know About a UTI in Dogs

Urinary tract infections are one of the most common health problems for dogs. As pet parents, you can help prevent UTIs with supplements that support kidney, bladder, and urinary tract health. To protect your pup from UTIs, you should know the signs and symptoms and get your dog to the vet if you suspect an infection. What’s more, you can support good urinary tract health with diet, regular pee breaks, good hygiene, and high-quality supplements. 1. How Dogs Get a UTI The urinary tract includes the urethra, bladder, ureters (tubes...

    Posted On: Mar 3, 2023 | Category: Animal Wellness Magazine Dog Information InformationView Details

CVS and Other Merchants in NYC Turn to Dogs to Stop Shoplifters

Dogs are a part of so many aspects of our lives, including taking on jobs once performed by humans. Now, in New York City, businesses like CVS are starting to think outside the box when it comes to shoplifting deterrents. Shoplifting has become a major issue across the country for many years now, reportedly costing U.S. retailers an estimated $94.5 billion last year. An initiative launched in the heart of the Big Apple in February saw CVS, located at Eighth Avenue and West 34th Street in the heart of the shopping district, take proactive...

    Posted On: Mar 2, 2023 | Category: Articles Dog Information The Animal Rescue SiteView Details

Top 3 Mushroom Extracts for Senior 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: Feb 28, 2023 | Category: Animal Wellness Magazine Cat Information Dog Information InformationView Details

TSA to Public: Stop Sending Pets Through X-ray Scanners!

The TSA is reminding the public to please remove pets from their carriers before sending them through the X-ray machines used for detecting banned items or substances at security checkpoints. The reminder comes on the heels of several pets being subjected to the invasive screening process in recent months. Most were the result of folks simply not understanding that the animals contained within the carriers needed to be removed first before the carrier/kennel was sent through the scanning device. Others have been discovered after pet owners...

    Posted On: Feb 27, 2023 | Category: Articles Cat Information Dog Information The Animal Rescue SiteView Details

Scientists Explore Developing Canine-Inspired Androids for Better Bonding with Humans

According to a recent article in Science Daily, “Robots with social behaviors have been proposed as a potential solution to ease people’s loneliness and the challenges of aging. Given the difficulty of creating robots that behave like humans, and the known benefits of the bond between owners and their dogs, some researchers are exploring the possibility of developing dog-inspired robots that can form similar bonds with humans.” The article goes on to explain that the endeavor requires a deeper understanding of specific dog...

    Posted On: Feb 27, 2023 | Category: Articles Dog Information The Animal Rescue SiteView Details

Beyond Obedience: Why Your Dog Needs Behavioral Training Too

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: Feb 27, 2023 | Category: Animal Wellness Magazine Dog Information InformationView Details

Lovely Lily is the Adventure Companion You’ve Been Searching For

While many animals find it difficult to let their light shine through when they’re stuck in a shelter environment, lovely Lily is no wallflower and has no problem expressing herself. Nope. This happy, energetic girl loves being in the thick of things. In a forever home situation, she’d prefer to stay off the sidelines and instead be a part of your adventures! As far as background, she’s believed to be a pit bull and Chinese shar-pei mix who’s not quite 3 years old yet and weighs approximately 56 pounds. She’s...

    Posted On: Feb 25, 2023 | Category: Articles Dog Information The Animal Rescue SiteView Details

Neosporin Alternatives for Dogs and Other Pet-Friendly Products for Canine First Aid Kits

It doesn’t matter the age or breed. Minor cuts and scrapes occurring with active pets are all part and parcel of owning critters. Generally, we deal with them by gently cleaning the owie with warm water, stanching any minor bleeding, and allowing the area to dry thoroughly. Sometimes, however, these booboos require a bit more intervention without rising to the level of veterinary care. You might be inclined to whip out the first aid kit and reach for the Neosporin, but you know your pet will try to lick the ointment or cream off unless...

    Posted On: Feb 24, 2023 | Category: Articles Cat Information Dog Information The Animal Rescue SiteView Details