Questions to Ask Yourself While Choosing the Best Food for Your Pet

Whether you’re bringing home a new addition or simply want to reassess your pet’s current diet, it’s important to take a critical look at the brands you’re considering. To help you make an informed decision, we’ve put together some helpful questions to ask yourself while choosing the best food for your pet. Do they use high-quality ingredients? Your pet’s food is only as good as what’s inside it, so you want to find a brand that never cuts corners when it comes to ingredients. If you see things such...

    Posted On: Apr 29, 2022 | Category: Cat Information Dog Information Freshpet InformationView Details

Animal Hospice Group – leading the pack in the field of animal hospice education and support

Elizabeth’s cat – Fiona. Credit: Elizabeth Allen Learn how the Animal Hospice Group transformed a passionate animal lover into an Animal Hospice Practitioner You don’t know that your passion will lead you towards your dream job. But if your passion has anything to do with animals, it’s a most distinct possibility. My first animal, a white cat called Fiona, walked me through many life changes and then passed away from mammary cancer. During her last year, together we walked the progressive path of heart-centered-care...

    Posted On: Apr 29, 2022 | Category: Animal Wellness Magazine InformationView Details

Ukrainian Soldiers Find Joy and Solace in the Company of Their Pets amid the War

Even amid the loneliness and chaos that the war brings, Ukrainian soldiers are able to find solace and some joy from the companionship of their pets. These Ukrainian soldiers refuse to give up their spirit, and instead, they seek the morale boost they need from their loyal animals who come hail, come storm will always be there for them. Photo: YouTube/India Today It is very touching that even in the midst of this extremely challenging time, pets will not hesitate to stay with their owners. They also show the same love and strength even if...

    Posted On: Apr 28, 2022 | Category: Articles Dog Information The Animal Rescue SiteView Details

Our Children’s Book, “The Dog Dilemma!”, Helps Families Prepare for Pet Adoption

Written for young readers, the book tells the story of a sister and brother duo and their quest to convince their parents that they’re ready to add a furry 4-legged friend to the family. After all, how hard can taking care of a dog be? “The Dog Dilemma!” is a heartwarming story of two siblings that set out to prove to their parents that they’re ready for the responsibility of caring for their new furry friend. The kids are EVEN willing to pick up poop—it turns out that owning a dog actually IS a lot of...

    Posted On: Apr 28, 2022 | Category: Cat Information Dog Information Freshpet InformationView Details

How to keep your dog or cat hydrated

Adequate water intake is essential to good health, particularly during the hot summer months. Here’s why, along with tips on keeping your dog or cat hydrated. As summer arrives, fresh adventures await our four-legged friends and their human companions. Maintaining proper health is vital to enjoying these grand adventures, and one key component, especially for outdoor enthusiasts, is maintaining adequate hydration. Take a look at why keeping your dog or cat hydrated is so important to his health, and how to help ensure he’s...

    Posted On: Apr 28, 2022 | Category: Animal Wellness Magazine Cat Information Dog Information InformationView Details

Companions and Animals for Reform and Equity receives $1.7M grant, #ThanksToMaddie

Last week, Maddie’s Fund awarded a $1.7 million grant to Companions and Animals for Reform and Equity (CARE). This three-year grant will support the expansion of their CARE Centers by adding five to ten centers each year. CARE is a national nonprofit whose mission is to prioritize and amplify Black, Indigenous and People of Color (BIPOC) voices using narratives, research, and community-centered investments. Using this multidisciplinary approach, CARE seeks to inspire all organizations to be more inclusive and less biased in an effort to...

    Posted On: Apr 28, 2022 | Category: Chew On This InformationView Details

Now There’s “Mouser” Food with Real Mouse Meat for Cats

Finicky cats! They are the inspiration behind Mouser Food! Mouser Food is made with real mouse meat and will surely tempt even the most discriminating of feline tastebuds. Photo: YouTube/Kitten Life Mouser Food is also available in four flavors: Field Hunter with chicken as a primary ingredient; Forest Hunter with turkey; Pond Hunter with duck; and Brush Hunter with rabbit. Yes, pet owners will realize that even if mouse meat is very appealing to cats, their appetite may still be influenced by a variety of flavors. The Story of Finicky Cats...

    Posted On: Apr 27, 2022 | Category: Articles Cat Information The Animal Rescue SiteView Details

These Innovators Are Working To Make Veterinary Care More Accessible To All

Veterinary care is expensive, and can be hard to access—leading to pets going without needed treatments, and being given up to shelters by their families, who believe this is the only way for a loved pet to get the care they need. The Open Door Veterinary Collective is working to change that. This nonprofit, founded in 2021, is developing a business model for nonprofit, for-profit, and government veterinary clinics that prioritizes access to care, and increased revenue. Open Door sees major upsides for shelters and the communities they...

    Posted On: Apr 26, 2022 | Category: Human Animal Support Services Information Veterinary CareView Details

Quality protein contains important amino acids for your dog

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    Posted On: Apr 26, 2022 | Category: Animal Wellness Magazine Dog Information InformationView Details

Happy birthday, Maddie!

Today we celebrate 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 all are doing and how far we’ve come as a field. Please join us in wishing her a happy birthday. We’d love to hear your favorite #ThanksToMaddie story on social or Maddie’s® Pet Forum! And, if you haven’t read her...

    Posted On: Apr 26, 2022 | Category: Chew On This InformationView Details