Balancing medical and behavioral well-being in shelter animals
Want to learn why strategies to support shelter animal well-being involve all of us, and all sheltering roles? And why the welfare of shelter animals requires a holistic approach to their well-being? Be sure to watch the on-demand recording of the session, “Balancing Medical & Behavioral Well-Being in Shelter Animals.” In the presentation, you’ll recognize why and how we can help our shelter animals to be happy and healthy, including case examples and a group discussion to learn all of our tips and tricks! This...
Best Food For Senior Dogs: Aging Dog Nutrition Explained
It’s well known that nutrition plays a big role in a puppy’s health, but it’s often forgotten that these early months aren’t the only stage of a dog’s life where they have special nutritional needs. Senior dogs also need a diet that supports their aging bodies, which is why we want to help you find the best food for senior dogs. What should you look for when choosing the best food for senior dogs? Senior dogs have different nutritional needs compared to their younger counterparts. Knowing this, the best food for...
3 Steps to Balance Your Dog with the Right Protein
Dogs need 1 gram of protein per 1 pound of body weight every day to stay healthy. But did you know that you could be feeding your dog the wrong kind of protein? Find the right one and their right food with these three easy steps! Protein is an essential part of your dog’s diet. However, feeding the wrong protein could actually cause an imbalance. Eastern Food Therapy tells us you need to understand your dog’s ‘temperature’ so you can feed them the right protein. This one diet change could make all the difference for...
Maddie’s Weekly Roundup: Welcoming practices, Black animal activism and more!
Happy Monday! Below is a brief roundup of resources added over the past week. Resources to incorporate more welcoming practices at your animal organizationWith 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… Learn More The February Community...
Why Play Is So Important for Dogs
Play is vital to your dog’s well-being, both physically and mentally, and choosing the right toys makes it even more beneficial. In today’s busy world, we don’t give play a very high priority. Yet, it’s important to physical, mental and emotional health — not just for us, but for our dogs too. Playing with your dog is not only fun, it’s also good for both of you, and choosing the right toys makes it even better. Benefits of Play “Play keeps us young at heart and healthy in our bodies, and it does the...
Does Your Dog Have Separation Anxiety?
Do you avoid going out because you worry about your dog being home alone? If he barks, whines or howls when you leave, he may be suffering from separation anxiety. Research shows that about 17% of dogs in the U.S. have issues with separation anxiety when their humans leave them alone. Some dogs are genetically predisposed to separation anxiety, while the rest acquire it for reasons not always easy to understand. Your dog may communicate his distress in several ways, including excessive vocalization, destroying property or belongings,...
Why you should feed your pet freeze-dried raw treats!
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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...
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...
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...
