Wobbly Denji Needs an Understanding Pet Parent to Welcome Him
Meet handsome Denji, a tuxedo kitty with plenty of personality and charm living in southern Arizona. This sweet boy is a huge cuddle bug who would thrive in a multi-cat household. While he enjoys cuddle time and love from his humans, Denji also has a playful side that he likes to let shine. Like most cats, boxes are a favorite for him, and little spring toys are simply to die for in his expert opinion. Denji does have CH, aka Cerebellar Hypoplasia, aka Wobbly Cat Syndrome. Fortunately, it is more of a mild case. He gets around just fine and...
Ticks Prefer Humans Over Animals When it Comes to Choosing Hosts
Flea and tick season is quickly approaching, and in some states, it’s already here. If you live somewhere that doesn’t get cold enough for long enough over the winter, you likely have to deal with them far more frequently. As climate change increases, we could be looking at them year-round in areas no one ever expected. The problem is, you don’t have to be a hiker or an outdoorsy type to be exposed to the blood-thirsty little buggers. Your pets could be bringing them home. Unfortunately, once that happens, they could be...
Exploring a Plant Based Diet for Dogs
Plant based diets are growing more popular for humans and their furry friends alike for a variety of reasons. A plant based diet for dogs promotes sustainability, provides solutions to allergies, helps control weight, and boasts anti-inflammatory and immune boosting ingredients, and can be incredibly tasty as well! Still, some pet parents are understandably skeptical of plant based diets and want to do a little research about the niche. Freshpet acknowledges that pet parents often have questions surrounding plant based diets, with one of the...
Overbred Dogs From Backyard Breeders Get Second Chance On Flight To Freedom
Dogs love unconditionally and ask for so little in return. They just want to be loved and cared for. Sadly, many are used by unscrupulous people motivated by profit. Female dogs are bred again and again by backyard breeders and puppy mills and tossed aside when they are no longer of use. Harriet, a 4-year-old poodle, and Sophia, a 5-year-old mini golden-doodle, have spent their entire lives having puppies. The sweet girls were surrendered to the already overcrowded Iberville Parish Animal Shelter in Louisiana by backyard breeders when they...
How Your Dog Can Benefit from Medicinal Mushrooms
After CBD, medicinal mushrooms have become the next big focus of interest among dog parents and veterinarians. Mushrooms offer potential health benefits to dogs, not only for maintaining health and wellness, but also for addressing difficult-to-manage problems such as cancer, canine dementia, stress and anxiety, and seasonal allergies, to name just a few. This article is a comprehensive introduction to medicinal mushrooms and how they can be used to improve canine health and well-being. ANSWERING FOUR KEY QUESTIONS Dog parents and...
Handsome Matisse Would Like to Speak to You About a Forever Home Situation
Meet Matisse! This handsome boy with unusual markings is a very shy kitty who likes to watch on the sidelines rather than be in on all the action. While that could all change once he’s comfortable in a forever home and feels safe and secure, for the time being, Matisse likes his space and prefers to love from afar as he hangs out on a cat tree or his comfortable space. Matisse is currently in foster care through the Southern Arizona Cat Rescue in Tucson. This large boy is thought to be 3.8 years old and has no special needs. He will...
Celebrating Eight Years of Share the Love
May 04, 2023 For the eighth year in a row, Austin Pets Alive! has been selected as a recipient of funds raised during Austin Subaru’s Share the Love campaign. The annual fundraiser, which ran from November 2022 to January 2023, pledges to donate $250 when a new vehicle is purchased or leased. The 2022 Share the Love campaign has been the most successful to date for our organization, bringing in a tail-wagging $125,000! This awe-inspiring donation can contribute to our organization in many ways! With a contribution like this we we are...
Raw Frozen Dog Treats Set Tails (and Tongues) Wagging
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...
Milk Thistle — A Natural Detox Herb 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...
Fundraising resources for your animal organization
Fundraising is a crucial aspect for animal well-being (welfare) organizations to continue their mission of providing services for people and pets. Successful fundraisers bring in the necessary funds to cover the costs of medical care, food, shelter, and other essential needs. That’s why this month’s resource drive on Maddie’s® Pet Forum is all about fundraising! We would love to hear about your organization’s most successful fundraisers and how you marketed them to your community. Whether you created a wish list...
