Ask Dr. Aziza: Why Your Dog Can’t Stop Itching and How to Relieve it
An itchy dog is a common occurrence in the vet clinic, but several things could be causing this discomfort. Let’s take a closer look at the top causes of itching and how we treat it to provide your dog with some itch relief. Reason #1: Fleas Fleas are a type of parasite that can cause severe itchiness and it’s the most common cause of non-stop itching. Some dogs are more sensitive to fleas than others, but all are affected to some degree. Flea preventatives are the best way to protect your pup from fleas and avoid the need for dog...
Helping People by Helping Pets
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...
5 More Fire Safety Tips Every Pet Owner Should Be Aware Of
Your pets are like your kids, and keeping them safe is a high priority. That’s why it’s important to have numbers like your veterinarian, animal poison control, and emergency clinics on hand. Knowing that every minute counts in a crisis, you want to be prepared. Fire safety protocol should be no different. If your home should, unfortunately, catch fire with your pets inside, do you have a plan? Most people don’t, but you don’t have to be one of them. Instead, start strategizing now, should the unthinkable happen....
The most common orthopedic injury for dogs and why they need a dog knee brace
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...
5 Ways to Improve Your Senior Pup’s Diet
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...
8 Ways to Recruit Volunteers and Keep Them Engaged
Volunteers are the heart and soul of a community-centered animal shelter. They drive the organization’s mission, vision, and values, and make it possible for a shelter to expand its support for people and pets; to keep more families together and save more lives. Now, while so many shelters are full and then some, plus understaffed, volunteers are especially needed. Which got us wondering—how are shelters recruiting volunteers, and keeping them excited and engaged, through this time? We asked, you answered! Below...
San Francisco SPCA announces new workforce development program, #ThanksToMaddie
The San Francisco Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (SF SCPA) is offering a three-month paid Community Medicine Education Training (CoMET) program. In partnership with Young Community Developers (YCD), this program is designed to reduce the barriers to entry for the animal well-being field while also supporting the SF SPCA’s broader efforts to engage and support communities historically underrepresented in the veterinary field. CoMET provides an opportunity for individuals to learn about the field,...
World Traveler Sid May Have Finally Found His Forever Home!
A sweet dog in southern Arizona may have finally found his forever home after waiting a year and a half to get one. His name is Sid, and he’s been staying with his foster mom via Lucy’s Hope Sanctuary & Rescue. Like so many small rescues, Lucy’s Hope is completely volunteer based. That means there are no massive fundraisers or paid staff to care for the animals they get off the streets. In Sid’s case, he’s been fortunate to have the stability of one determined foster mom who has never given up on the handsome...
Cruz the Therapy Dog Becomes an Official Member of the Salinas Fire Department
Recently, the Salinas, California, Fire Department had some exciting news to share with the public: they added a new crew member to the team! What’s so exciting about that? Well, his name is Cruz, and his hair is a bit longer than the rest of the firefighters you’re used to seeing, but that’s because Cruz is a handsome black Lab that happens to be a therapy dog. Sworn in October 2022, in this case, he’s the Department’s first-ever. Photo: Salinas Fire Department Dogs in the Workforce Salinas Fire Chief, Sam...
Find Out Which Dog Toys and Treats are Dangerous for Your Dogs!
More than 200,000 dogs suffer from choking every year in the US. Common causes? Dog treats and toys. Not all dog toys and treats are safe. When buying toys, there are important factors to consider such as your dog’s play style and chew style which are part of its unique personality. And so, for your pet’s health and your own peace of mind, you should know which toys and treats are fine for your dog. YouTube/The Pet’s Empire Kinds of Dog Toys That You Should Avoid Buying According to the People’s Dispensary for Sick...
