Top 3 Reasons to Try Gluten-Free Dog Food
Gluten-free diets are becoming increasingly popular for humans, but did you know your dog could benefit from going gluten-free too? More than that, PawFoods can make gluten-free for your dog easier than you thought possible! Gluten is a protein that’s found in wheat, barley, and rye. It’s often added to dog food because it’s high in protein and amino acids but low in sodium, cholesterol, and saturated fat. Despite this, the gluten-free dog diet is becoming more and more popular with pet parents, so here are three reasons to...
The Best Ways To Bond With a Newly Adopted Pet
There are few things more exciting than bringing home a new four-legged family member. This new addition is going to be part of your family for years to come, so we know how important it is for you to create a strong bond from day one. To help you out, we’ve put together a list of the best ways to bond with a new pet – and spoiler, it involves food! Get some insight from the foster parent or shelter staff If possible, schedule some time to chat with your pet’s foster parent or a staff member from the shelter where they were...
Boot Scootin’ Dog Sweaters Handmade with Love
Looking for something stylish and warm for your dog this winter? Search no more with these adorable crochet sweaters from a small business in Tempe, Arizona, called Boot Scootin’ Crochet. They’re handmade by the owner of three small furbabies who started creating colorful knitwear for pups that keeps them snuggly warm. Available in floral patchwork designs, they kind of remind you of potholders, but they’re way cuter. They also carry crochet bandanas. Now your pups can stave off the cold in style. Dogs with Thin Coats...
Congratulations to the 2022 Avanzino Leadership Award recipient!
Maddie’s Fund® is honored to present the 2022 Avanzino Leadership Award to James Evans for his outstanding leadership and purposeful dedication to the human-animal bond. This award recognizes significant achievement and courage to look beyond the status quo and make bold decisions to improve the lives of pets and their people. James is the founder and Chief Executive Officer of Companions and Animals for Reform and Equity (CARE). CARE works in the interest of human and animal well-being, prioritizes and amplifies Black,...
The Most Popular Pet Names in 2022 to Date
Somehow the popularity of baby names and pet names seems to transcend continents and cultures. At least that’s the way with many popular trends in the U.K. and the U.S. While the choices may not always be spot-on, they’re pretty darn close. That’s why it’s no surprise that many of the most popular pet names in Great Britain this year are almost identical to those in America. A recent survey across the pond compiled the 10 most popular names given to pets, and for most, they’ll come as little to no surprise....
Is Your Money Going to the Dogs? Leaving Money to Pets is Gaining in Popularity
More and more pet owners are leaving their money to their pets. If you’re wondering if they’re disinheriting family members in the process, for many people their pets ARE their family. Some people don’t have anyone else to leave their hard-earned cash to and would rather Mr. Fuzzybottom receive it than, say, a charity that might not be held accountable for how it’s spent. The thing is, when you leave your money to your pets, someone still has to oversee the inheritance. That individual becomes their pet guardian during...
What To Know Before Going Hiking With Your Dog
What’s great about hiking with your dog is that it’s an activity that isn’t limited to a single season – it can be enjoyed throughout the year! If you’re getting ready for your first hike with your dog, we’ve put together a list of everything you need to know before you hit the trails. Review the rules of the trail If you’re hiking with your dog on a new trail, it’s a good idea to do some research beforehand so you’re familiar with the rules of the trails when it comes to dogs. If...
Fine Dining for Dogs Comes to San Francisco’s Mission District with “Dogue”
Dog and cat cafes have been on the rise, as well as food trucks catering to people and pups. Still, a new restaurant in San Francisco has taken the concept to a new level with a fine-dining establishment with canines in mind. It’s called Dogue, and it opened its doors to discerning pooches and their humans in the Bay area on September 25 in the Mission District. As an interesting side fact, Dogue translates to Mastiff in French and is an homage to the founder’s roots in classical French cuisine and their first Mastiff, Grizzly....
Maddie’s Weekly Roundup: Avanzino Award, Shelter data, shelter survey and more!
Happy Monday! Below is a brief roundup of resources added over the past week. Congratulations to James Evans, recipient of the 2022 Avanzino Leadership Award!Maddie’s Fund® is honored to present the 2022 Avanzino Leadership Award to James Evans for his outstanding leadership and purposeful dedication to the human-animal bond. This award recognizes significant achievement and courage to look beyond the status quo and make bold decisions to improve the lives of pets and their people. Read more October is a great time to enter your...
LA Animal Services Announced it Was Dropping Adoption Fees This Weekend
For the weekend of October 8 and 9, LA Animal Services has announced it will be dropping the prices of animal adoptions to help ease overcrowding in shelters. This is great news if you live in the area and have been thinking about adopting a pet. They noted that in celebration of “Adopt a Dog” month the fees will be lowered to $51 for adult dogs and $75 for puppies this Saturday and Sunday. For dogs older than 4 months, a $20 licensing fee will be added, but this isn’t unusual for shelters to do. Adopt, Don’t Shop In...
