Why Does My Dog Lick Its Paws?
Paw licking is a common habit among all types of dogs, but what exactly does this behavior mean? While it’s perfectly normal for a dog to lick its paw occasionally, if this behavior appears suddenly and is happening for prolonged periods of time, it could indicate an underlying issue. Why is my dog licking its paws and how can I get them to stop? There are a number of reasons why your dog may be licking its paws, ranging from health to behavioral issues. Let’s look at some of the most common reasons why your dog may be licking its...
How a raw diet can prevent FLUTD in your cat
Lower urinary tract disease is one of the most common conditions affecting felines. Ridding your cat of FLUTD may be as simple as switching him to a raw diet. Most cats, at some point in their lives, develop lower urinary tract disease. From struvite crystals to urethral plugs, these problems are debilitating, costly to treat, and can even be life-threatening. A range of both conventional and holistic therapies can be used to treat and prevent FLUTD, but one of the most effective is to switch your cat to a raw diet. Evolutionary nutrition...
Working from home with pets
Over a year into the pandemic, more people are working from home than ever before. Maintaining your productivity while managing your dog or cat’s need for attention involves something of a balancing act. The number of people working from home has risen exponentially over the last year, thanks to the COVID-19 pandemic. Many home-based workers also have dogs and cats, and while we value our furry co-workers’ love and companionship during this time of isolation, there’s no denying they also present challenges in the home...
Trick or Treating Prep: Is Chocolate Really Bad For My Dog?
Halloween is just around the corner which means there’s likely going to be an influx of tasty treats in your house. Chocolate is arguably the most well-known of human foods that are not safe for our pets to eat, but is it actually as bad for dogs as people say it is? Keep reading if you want to get to the bottom of this much-talked-about topic. Can dogs eat chocolate? The short answer is no, dogs absolutely cannot eat chocolate. This is because caffeine and theobromine, two of the chemicals found in chocolate, are toxic to dogs. What...
Please Share This Infographic on How to Self-Rehome Pets
Sometimes people can no longer care for a loved pet. That may be because they’ve lost their job, or lost their housing, or for some other reason. It can be a confusing, extremely hard situation for families in this position who may think their only option is bringing a pet to the animal shelter, to help them stay safe and find a new home. Some 36 percent of pets entering shelters, are owner surrenders. But often the better course is for a family to self-rehome their pet. Self-rehoming is more humane for pets, and gives peace...
Benefits of Agaricus blazei mushrooms for your pet
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Why mental enrichment is so important for dogs
Just like us, dogs can get bored, frustrated, anxious and depressed due to lack of mental stimulation. This article looks at why mental enrichment is so important to your dog, and how you can introduce more variety and fun into his life. If this pandemic has taught us anything, it’s the importance of social contacts and variety in our lives. Staying home and following the same routine day in and day out, with few social interactions, has left many people feeling bored, frustrated, anxious and depressed. Our dogs can feel the same way...
How to improve your aging dog’s quality of life
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...
Preparing your home for a new dog
Adopting or rescuing a new dog? Here are six ways to prepare your home and family so the newcomer’s arrival goes as smoothly as possible. Adopting or rescuing a new dog is undeniably exciting. You can’t wait to bring him home, and welcome into your life and heart. But before you do, there are some important preparations to make. You need to ensure your home is as safe and animal-friendly as possible, and that your family knows what to do and how to help in order to make the transition as smooth as possible. Here are six...
