#AmplifyLifesaving for Pets Like Eugene
Feb 17, 2022 Eugene was just one month old when he was surrendered to the APA! Parvo Puppy ICU fighting for his life. #AmplifyLifesaving today and ensure pets just like Eugene get a fighting chance. Lucy Fernandez spends her Fridays volunteering in the parvo ward when she is not working with the Positive Alternatives to Shelter Surrender (P.A.S.S.) program. One Friday, Eugene came “in bad shape.” Unlike a normal, bright, energetic puppy, Eugene was lethargic. “When they’re lethargic like that,” Lucy said,...
Introducing a new grant opportunity for BIPOC-led organizations
Maddie’s Fund ® invests its resources in a commitment to keeping pets and people together, creating a safety net of care for animals in need and operating within a culture of inclusiveness and humility. We are working towards the day when the animal welfare field more accurately represents the diversity of our country. The BIPOC-Led Operating Support Grant is intended to support the operations of U.S.-based Black, Indigenous and People of Color (BIPOC)-led government agencies or nonprofit animal welfare or veterinary medicine...
Natural remedies for ear infections in dogs
Conventional medications for ear infections in dogs can cause side effects and lead to resistant pathogens. These natural remedies offer an effective, non-toxic alternative. Ear infections are very common in dogs. In fact, your own canine companion has probably had at least one ear infection at some point. Getting a proper diagnosis as to the cause of the problem is important, after which a range of natural remedies can help to effectively get rid of it. Diagnosing ear infections As with any condition affecting your dog, it is vital to work...
Tail Wagging Ideas for National Random Acts of Kindness Day
February 17th is Random Acts of Kindness Day – a day to celebrate and encourage random acts of kindness. Whether you want to do something special for your pet at home or take your kindness out into the community, we hope these ideas give you some inspiration. Prepare a special meal for your pet If we had to guess, food is one the best ways to your pet’s heart. A simple way to show your pet some kindness on this day is to put together a special meal for them to enjoy. A fun way to do this is to create a barkuterie board –...
3 reasons dogs look like their people
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...
Should We Question a Pet Owner’s Request for Euthanasia? These Pets Say Yes
The photos you see here, and throughout this piece, are of pets who were surrendered to shelters for euthanasia, but who were instead saved and rehomed, or returned to their original home after receiving care and treatment. Chia was brought into a California shelter as an “owner request euthanasia for vomiting and diarrhea,” says Sara King, who volunteered at the shelter at the time. “She was scared. Her blood work showed nothing out of the ordinary but the family decided not to take her back. So I decided to bring her...
Healthy drinks for your pet to enjoy during cooler weather
Keeping dogs and cats healthy and hydrated during the winter months is more important than ever. Let’s look at why this is, and how you can ensure your pet is getting enough to drink all season long! The importance of hydration is often only talked about in the summertime – but it’s vitally important all year round! Cold weather often leads to a sharp rise in common illnesses in our dogs and cats, so keeping them healthy and hydrated during the late autumn and winter is just as crucial as it is when it’s hot outside....
How To Make a Fundraiser for Amplify Austin
Feb 15, 2022 This year our goal is to raise $160,000 to save the lives of 533 pets, and we can’t do it without you. Our supporters like you, make our No Kill mission possible. If you’re all in for lifesaving, here are all the tools you need to create a fundraiser for APA!: 1. Visit our Amplify homepage and click the “FUNDRAISE” button to get started. 2. Follow the instructions here to set up your individual fundraiser. 3. Share your fundraiser on social media! We’ve provided an array of graphics for you to use on...
How to relieve emotional stress — in you and your dog
Our dogs can pick up on our stress, so it’s important to be aware of how we’re feeling when we’re around them. Here’s a comprehensive look at how to relieve emotional stress in ourselves and our canine companions. None of us is a stranger to stress. It affects many levels of our lives, and it also affects our dogs. The first of this two-part article focused on the emotional aspect of stress, and how our own stress affects our dogs. Now that you have become a little more familiar with the mechanisms of stress, we can...
Maddie’s Weekly Roundup: A new challenge is coming, kitten resources, grant winners and more!
Happy Monday! Below is a brief roundup of resources added over the past week. The National Call grant giveaway winners are…New Year, new grants. As promised, we had something special in store for our National Calls. This past Monday and Friday, Maddie’s Fund® gave ten organizations/people each a $1,000 grant at random. The January winners from the Animal Welfare Leadership Roundup group are: Jen Bliss, Seattle Humane Elisabeth Manwiller, Animal Rescue League of Berks County Shelley… Learn More I foster. You...
