Why you should feed your pet freeze-dried raw treats!

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: Mar 9, 2023 | Category: Animal Wellness Magazine InformationView Details

Resources to incorporate more welcoming practices at your animal organization

With the Open Arms Challenge kicking off next month, the Maddie’s® Pet Forum resource drive for March is focused on welcoming practices. We know that making changes to your organization’s existing practices can sometimes be challenging, so the goal with this resource drive is to share and learn from others who have made changes or help those who are hoping to make specific changes to intentionally connect with all areas of your community. As always, everyone who uploads a file, shares a resource on this thread or replies with...

    Posted On: Mar 9, 2023 | Category: Chew On This InformationView Details

Petite, Puppy-Like Orah is a Gem of a Dog that Would Love to Be Your Companion

Meet Orah! Orah is a pretty lady who came to Pima Animal Care Center as a stray. She was cruising around Tucson, Arizona, with a few of her pals, but with the summer heat and the monsoons rolling in, it was time to find some shelter. Well, summer turned to fall and fall to winter, and, well, you know how seasons work. Adorable Orah has found herself waiting for a home for much longer than anyone ever expected — including her!! Photo: Pima Animal Care Center Rescue Pets While she was somewhat shy when she first arrived at PACC, Orah has...

    Posted On: Mar 9, 2023 | Category: Articles Dog Information The Animal Rescue SiteView Details

Zillow Releases the Names of the Top 10 Pet-Friendly Cities in America for Renters

So, you’re a pet owner that has decided to forego homeownership, or perhaps you sold your humble abode during the recent housing boom. Either way, you own a pet(s) and you still need a decent place to live. If you’re not averse to moving, and maybe that was your plan all along, there are 10 cities in particular that are being touted as the pet-friendliest for renters. Photo: Pixabay/KBaucherel According to a recent survey by Zillow, the takeaway in rental trends is that more people are searching for rentals that allow pets since...

    Posted On: Mar 8, 2023 | Category: Articles Cat Information Dog Information The Animal Rescue SiteView Details

Wary Tuxedo Kitty Saved From Streets is Ready for a Forever Home

A sweet tuxedo kitty by the name of Bombay was rescued from the streets of southern Arizona after showing his caretaker that he was friendly and ready to come inside. Since being in a foster home, Bombay has learned the luxury of great food, cat tv, toys, catnip, and comfy beds. At approximately 6 years old, he does take some time to adjust, as an adult in a new environment would. With patience, love, and treats, he will gain trust. Photo: SACatRescue Cat Rescues Bombay needs an experienced cat owner who understands he has some quirks and...

    Posted On: Mar 8, 2023 | Category: Articles Cat Information The Animal Rescue SiteView Details

Emotional Support Dogs Making Inroads into Helping Law Enforcement Officers

Everybody could use an atta boy or girl, a kind look or word, a sympathetic ear, or just a shoulder to cry on every now and then, and the people who work in law enforcement are no different. ESA (emotional support animals) organizations are predominantly nonprofit groups run on a volunteer basis. The handlers and their dogs make visits because they know the impact the animals can have on humans. It’s not unusual for these selfless folks and their furry companions to visit police stations and emergency call centers to help ease stress...

    Posted On: Mar 8, 2023 | Category: Articles Dog Information The Animal Rescue SiteView Details

Kitten Season is Here Again, and We’ve Got Resources for You

Well, it’s that time of year again. Kitten season. You’re either in it already, or the kittens are coming.  You don’t need us telling you how hard kitten season is, especially in these very challenging times.   The good news is we have a lot of tools and resources that will help you communicate with and engage your community, in the work of saving cats’ and kittens’ lives. 6 Tips for Building a Barrier-Free, Inclusive Foster Base When the ASPCA launched its LA Foster Program in 2017, a first...

    Posted On: Mar 8, 2023 | Category: Human Animal Support Services InformationView Details

Why Some Pet Parents Choose In-Home Euthanasia

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: Mar 8, 2023 | Category: Animal Wellness Magazine Cat Information Dog Information InformationView Details

Insurance Provider Shares Entertaining Reasons for Claims Involving Dogs, and We Can All Relate

U.K. and Canadian insurance provider Aviva has revealed some of the claims submitted by policyholders with dogs, and most of us pet parents can relate. According to the carrier, dogs have been a factor in close to 4,000 accidental damage claims over the past five years. They include instances ranging from damaged laptops to damaged dentures, and they all had one thing in common: their dogs were to blame — or at least being blamed. Almost any dog owner has had at least one pair of their favorite shoes devoured at some point in life, so...

    Posted On: Mar 7, 2023 | Category: Articles Dog Information The Animal Rescue SiteView Details

ZIWI Combines Top Quality Pet Nutrition with Convenience

Giving your dog or cat a healthy diet doesn’t have to be complicated, thanks to a company that blends high quality nutrition with the convenience of ready-to-serve food. A healthy diet means a healthy dog or cat, and that’s what most of us want for our animal companions. But some people hesitate to step up their game when feeding their dogs and cats because they worry it’ll be too difficult or complicated. Not so, especially when it comes to companies like ZIWI, which makes top quality pet foods that are also simple and...

    Posted On: Mar 7, 2023 | Category: Animal Wellness Magazine InformationView Details