A 15-minute weekly dog grooming routine
Make grooming your pup quick and easy with this 15-minute weekly regimen! Raise your hand if you’ve ever been too busy to groom your dog. We’ve all been there! When you juggle a lot of responsibilities, brushing Fido can slip a little too low on the priority list. But regular grooming is an extremely important part of your dog’s healthcare routine, so skipping it too often isn’t ideal. To make sure your dog stays looking and feeling his best, try working this 15-minute grooming routine into your weekly schedule....
Me-ouch? This webcast explores potentially negative feline language
Are the words we use to describe cats actually doing more harm than good? When you hear “feral cat,” what image comes to mind? More cuddly or sassy? The term “feral” could actually be hampering efforts to gain support for community cat programs. This and other vocabulary we use will be explored in a quick 30-minute Million Cat Challenge webcast, Language That Harms Cats, presented by Monica Frenden-Tarant, Danielle Bays, and Julie Levy. This fast-paced and practical session will be held on August 18, 2021, 12...
Homeopathy for your animal’s dental issues
Discover how homeopathy can help treat dental issues in your canine or feline companion. The health of your dog or cat’s teeth and gums is vital to his quality of life. The pain and discomfort caused by inflamed gums and bad teeth can make him miserable. The good news is that there are many ways to help alleviate dental issues, and protect the health of his teeth and gums. This article focuses on how carefully prescribed, individualized homeopathic remedies can be an effective solution to dental issues. The selection of a homeopathic...
Homeopathic help for your dog or cat’s dental problems
Discover how homeopathy can help treat dental problems in your canine or feline companion. The health of your dog or cat’s teeth and gums is vital to his quality of life. The pain and discomfort caused by inflamed gums and bad teeth can make him miserable. The good news is that there are many ways to help alleviate dental problems, and protect the health of his teeth and gums. This article focuses on how carefully prescribed, individualized homeopathic remedies can be an effective solution to dental problems. The selection of a...
The basics of canine hydration: what dogs need and why
Is your dog getting enough water? Here’s what you need to know about canine hydration and the important role of electrolytes! You know that life cannot exist without water. But do you know how your dog’s hydration needs differ from your own? This blog provides an overview of how water regulation differs in humans and dogs, with a focus on the physiology of canine dehydration and overheating — conditions that can quickly become life-threatening. Why water matters Providing your dog with constant access to fresh water ensures...
Pet theft
Pet theft is a serious problem and the pandemic has made it worse. Luckily, there’s lots you can do to protect your dog or cat from being stolen. While it’s not something we like to think about, pet theft is a growing problem in both the US and Canada. According to the Animal Legal Defense Fund, an estimated two million companion animals are stolen each year in the US alone. And thanks to the pandemic, pet theft is becoming increasingly common. People are adopting and buying dogs and cats in record numbers to help alleviate...
Understanding allergic dermatitis in dogs
A look at allergic dermatitis, how it can affect your dog, and what you can do about it. Allergic dermatitis is characterized by itching and sensitive, red, dry skin that leads to discomfort and even pain for the animal Allergic dermatitis can be brought on by food, flea bites, contact allergies or environmental allergens (atopic dermatitis). Allergen avoidance is usually sufficient to resolve the situation, but in some cases, it is more complicated, such as in the case of Canine atopic dermatitis. Canine atopic dermatitis Atopic dermatitis...
How managing your dog or cat’s emotional state takes the stress out of vet visits
Seeing the veterinarian on a regular basis is a necessary part of being an animal parent. Recognizing and managing your dog or cat’s emotional state and primary needs can help take the stress out of vet visits. Dogs and cats experience varying “moods” or emotional states that can shift instantly in response to different circumstances or environments. If their primary emotional needs are not recognized and managed, stress levels increase. This is why so many dogs and cats become agitated or anxious during vet visits....
Does your dog have osteoarthritis?
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3 ways to get your community’s help finding a missing pet
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...
