Caring for your senior dog

Your dog’s needs will change as he ages, slows downs, and experiences a decline in activity levels, cognition, vision and hearing. Being aware of those needs, and taking steps to accommodate them, will help ensure your senior dog enjoys his final years to the fullest. Time flies – especially when it comes to our dogs. Seemingly overnight, our once young puppies with boundless energy suddenly age into senior dogs. Although they’re still the same lovable companions they always were, their needs change as they get older. We...

    Posted On: Feb 2, 2022 | Category: Animal Wellness Magazine Dog Information InformationView Details

Top 5 Suggested Habits to Form as a Pet Parent from the Start

Have you heard the expression that it’s easier to build new habits than change existing ones? Well, it also applies to habits you form as a pet parent! Making an effort to build good habits as a new pet parent will help ensure that your pet enjoys a long and happy life. Invest in healthy, earth-friendly food The food you feed your pet plays a huge role in their overall health, so you want to start them on high-quality food from day one. Freshpet is a great choice for pets in all stages of life, as we’re committed to keeping the...

    Posted On: Jan 31, 2022 | Category: Cat Information Dog Information Freshpet InformationView Details

Talking about turmeric – can it help treat cancer in 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: Jan 31, 2022 | Category: Animal Wellness Magazine Cat Information Dog Information InformationView Details

New Study: We’re Making Bad Assumptions About Shelter Dogs’ Behavior and It’s Hurting Them

Listen to our interview with Janis Bradley about her new research challenging the assumption that dogs are given up for bad behavior, and what that means for shelters, adoptions, dogs, and families. Arin Greenwood: Hi, this is Arin Greenwood. I’m a writer with HASS. Here I had the pleasure of speaking with Janis Bradley of the National Canine Research Council about her important new paper taking a critical look at our assumptions about shelter dogs’ behavior, and how those assumptions harm dogs and families. The paper is...

    Posted On: Jan 26, 2022 | Category: Dog Information Human Animal Support Services InformationView Details

Essential fatty acids for dogs and cats with arthritis

Which essential fatty acids (EFAs) do dogs and cats need as supplements, and how do they work to help alleviate the inflammation associated with arthritis? As our dogs and cats age, they are increasingly likely to develop osteoarthritis and other joint problems. There are many natural and holistic ways to help keep our animals mobile and free of discomfort, and certain essential fatty acids (EFAs) play a supporting role. Let’s look at how these EFAs can help ease your dog or cat’s arthritis and improve his joint health. Which...

    Posted On: Jan 26, 2022 | Category: Animal Wellness Magazine Cat Information Dog Information InformationView Details

11 herbs that are good for dogs – both inside and out

Herbs add a lot to your dog’s well-being, whether they’re included in his diet or used for healing and well-being. These 11 herbs are good for dogs, and can be incorporated into everything from teas and treats to rinses and salves. Herbs play an important role both in our cuisine and in healing, and we can share those attributes with our dogs too. There is so much you can do with herbs, whether it’s making simple tisanes and teas, including them in your dog’s treats, preparing a simple rinse for his coat, or just...

    Posted On: Jan 24, 2022 | Category: Animal Wellness Magazine Cat Information Dog Information InformationView Details

CBD for dogs and cats – what you need to know

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: Jan 21, 2022 | Category: Animal Wellness Magazine Cat Information Dog Information InformationView Details

Choosing the right curcumin supplement 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...

    Posted On: Jan 20, 2022 | Category: Animal Wellness Magazine Dog Information InformationView Details

The unlikely history of commercial pet food

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: Jan 20, 2022 | Category: Animal Wellness Magazine Cat Information Dog Information InformationView Details

Top 5 Best Puppy Training Products

Do you have a new four-legged addition to your family? Congratulations! The training your puppy gets during its first year sets the foundation for the rest of its life, so you want to ensure that you’ve got everything you need to help them succeed. We’ve put together a list of the top five training products you’ll want to have for your puppy training journey. A selection of high-quality treats When training your puppy, you want to focus on rewarding your dog for performing the desired behavior – not punishing the...

    Posted On: Jan 19, 2022 | Category: Dog Information Freshpet InformationView Details