Why does my cat drink from the toilet?
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Come join us at Animal Care Expo!
In just two short weeks, from April 19-22, some of us will be reuniting for the first time in two-plus years at Animal Care Expo! To say we are excited and a little nervous (socializing, what’s that?), is an understatement. The conference, hosted by the Humane Society of the United States, is jam-packed with must-sees. And if you are unable to make it to Orlando, FL this year, there is a virtual component at well. But for those making journey to Florida, we hope you have earmarked a couple of things: On Tuesday, April 19 at 3:30 PM ET,...
Pet Homelessness Shouldn’t Be Happening: Here’s How Companies and Individuals Can Help
Despite Americans’ overall affection for pets, the reality is that at any given time nearly 48 million cats and dogs don’t have a home in the U.S. For years, workers and volunteers at animal shelters have faced an uphill battle as they selflessly combat pet homelessness. At the forefront of this massive challenge is Dr. Ellen Jefferson, an animal welfare advocate, longtime pet shelter veterinarian, and president and CEO of the Texas animal shelter Austin Pets Alive. TriplePundit spoke with Dr. Jefferson from her office...
Animal shelters warn of a looming crisis and call on Americans to help
As we enter the third year of the coronavirus pandemic, a “perfect storm of factors” has put pressure on understaffed U.S. shelters. When the onset of the coronavirus pandemic forced animal shelters across the country to close their doors, Americans answered the desperate calls for help by adopting and fostering pets. Now as we head into the third year of the pandemic, a new crisis looms — so rescue advocates are hoping Americans will step up to help once again. Source: Human Animal Support...
Myths about raw food diet for dogs and cats
Rumors about raw food are rampant. Let’s set the facts straight by looking at five common falsehoods about feeding dogs and cats a raw food diet. Raw feeding isn’t new – but it’s still not widely understood. Many people remain wary about offering their dogs and cats a raw diet due to the volume of misleading information that’s been shared over the years. In this blog, we’ll debunk a few of the common myths about raw food for pets and look at why this dietary option is actually one of the most nutritionally...
Maddie’s Weekly Roundup: Free tools, shorter lengths of stay, and more!
Happy Monday! Below is a brief roundup of resources added over the past week. 6 free tools for your animal welfare organizationWhen you’re trying to keep people and pets together, the power of free resources can be significant. From marketing to project management and media pitching, a quick Google search will help you find a variety of free options that work for your organization. Below are just a handful of examples that can help you work… Learn More Jacksonville Humane Society’s whole-shelter approach to shortening...
4 questions every pet parent should ask about the ingredients in their pet’s food
Just like with human food, responsible sourcing practices matter! Here’s what you should be asking about the ingredients in your pet’s food. Henry Ford said, “Quality means doing it right when no one is looking”. But for a long time, this rule of thumb hasn’t been applied to the pet food industry. Pet parents haven’t really been looking at where the ingredients in pet food come from – but it’s time we start asking more questions! Pet food is big business. There are 184...
Why your pet needs dental care from the beginning
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...
Surprising benefits of hiring a dog trainer
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...
Postbiotics for your dog’s gut health
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...
