Retired Firefighter Received Best News during Interview about His Stolen Pit Bulls
Kevin Johnson is a retired firefighter from Calavera County, California. He is the owner of two pit bulls named Hay Hay, ten months old, and Nina, six years old. Photo: YouTube/CBS Sacramento He loves them as if they were his children. He was also looking forward to one of them becoming a certified emotional support dog to help him recover from the trauma of his more than 30 years in the service of firefighting and rescue. But his experience did not prepare him for what was going to happen to his two pit bulls in the quiet neighborhood where...
Watch any of the We Foster Huddles on-demand
Whether you missed one or want to re-watch for some tangible ideas, you can watch any of the four We Foster Huddles on-demand at your convenience! Below is the lineup. If you have questions or want access to resources mentioned on any of them, head over to Maddie’s® Pet Forum where you’ll find everything you need (and more!) Huddle 1: Watch now Practice: Foster Program and Processes/Policies are Equitable and Inclusive of the Entire CommunitySpeakers: Jackie Noble (San Diego Humane Society) and Alysia Martinez (Pensacola...
Diet and supplements help dog’s joint issues
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...
Smoothies you can share with your dog
Smoothies are a delicious and refreshing way to boost nutritional intake. And with a few ingredient tweaks, you can also share them your dog! Smoothies have become a nutritional mainstay for many people. Just toss some fresh fruits, veggies, nut milk, yogurt, or other ingredients into a blender, food processer or Magic Bullet, and voila – you have a flavorful drink that’s packed full of health-boosting vitamins and minerals. But here’s what makes smoothies even better – you can share them with your dog! Each of the...
Is your dog jumping on the furniture?
Dogs are notorious for jumping on furniture, whether it’s your bed, couch, or a chair. While this may seem like a cute behavior when they’re just a puppy, it can become quite bothersome as they get older (and a lot bigger). Not only does it become uncomfortable for you but there’s also the chance that they might damage your furniture. Which is an expensive replacement. The best solution is to simply keep them off the furniture. Let’s first get a better understanding of why your pup is jumping on furniture in the first...
Maddie’s Weekly Roundup: The We Foster Challenge starts, CARE receives a grant and more!
Happy Monday! Below is a brief roundup of resources added over the past week. Happy birthday, Maddie!Tuesday we celebrated the little dog who started a revolution. She was bold, feisty and not afraid to take chances. Although she is no longer with us, we continue to give thanks to Maddie in the form of grants, resources and in everything we do. We know she’d be insanely proud of the work you… Learn More Companions and Animals for Reform and Equity receives $1.7M grant, #ThanksToMaddieLast week, Maddie’s Fund awarded a...
5 pet fire safety tips
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...
Want to Know the Top Ten Strong Breeds of Dogs?
There are many people who like powerful dogs. Big, energetic, and full of life. There is something about them that stimulates you more to have an active life, to be better in everything you do, at the same time to have a compassionate heart where your pet is sure to have a special place. If you are thinking of owning such a dog, here is a list from which you can make a selection according to the American Kennel Club: FIRST Tibetan Mastiff. This dog is one of the strongest on the planet, with a long line of ancestry. They originated in the...
Find Out Why Cats Have an Aversion to Water but Loves to Play with a Running Faucet
If there is one thing that cats hate so much, it is water. You keep seeing your cat grooming itself, but it does not want to take a bath. You have even bought a special shampoo for it, but what it wants is simply to play with a faucet. But no taking of shwoer. Why do cats have such an aversion of water? Here are the answers: FIRST Water makes a cat’s coat feel unpleasant. It feels colder, heavier, and uncomfortable. according to Dr. Cohen based on a theory. It can also take a long time for a cat’s hair to dry on its own,”...
A Caring Actress Buys the Freedom of an Abused Dog who was Living in Chain
Hunter was chained by his neck when actress Rachael Rae Robertson first saw him. The dog could hardly move and Rachael observed that it was very hungry. When the owner came out, she asked him if he would be willing to sell the dog to her. The owner agreed, saying that Hunter was too much to handle. Photo: YouTube/The Dodo Yes, Hunter was so excited when she led him out but his excitement was far different from aggression. He sniffed everything and was so dazzled by his surroundings. Arriving home, the sight of Hunter playing with toys tugged...
