Maddie’s Weekly Roundup: Understanding intake diversion with data, ACO Appreciation Week and more!
Happy Monday! Below is a brief roundup of resources added over the past week. It’s Animal Care & Control Appreciation Week!Celebrate National Animal Control Officer Appreciation Week April 14-20, 2024. It’s a week when communities are encouraged to learn about what the job of animal control really entails and to be grateful for those who do them. Learn More Strengthen your animal behavior knowledge with Maddie’s® Monthly Behavior ConnectionIf you’re looking to bring new ideas to your organizations about dog and...
Everything You Need to Know About Renting with a Companion Animal
Renting a home when you have an animal companion can be challenging, but with preparation and knowledge, it can also be rewarding for both you and your furry friend. This article contains everything you need to know about renting with a companion animal, from finding the right place to understanding your rights and responsibilities. 5 Tips for Integrative Pet Care in Apartments 1. Environmental Enrichment Apartments often provide limited space, so it’s essential to create an enriching environment that stimulates their senses and...
Your Comprehensive Guide to Toxic and Non-Toxic Plants for Dogs and Cats
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...
Central Texas Food Bank & Hays County Pet Resource Center Serve Over 250 Families at First Food Distribution for People & Pets
Apr 12, 2024 On March 23, in partnership with the Central Texas Food Bank, the Hays County Pet Resource Center hosted a drive-up food distribution for people and pets at McCormick Middle School in Buda. The event was open to anyone in Hays County and served over 250 families. Of the 250 families, an estimated 98% were in need of pet food. Wet and dry food for cats and dogs was provided for families, as well as resource guide flyers that included information for medical assistance, behavior support and other low-cost pet services. The Hays...
Find Out Why Cedar Is the Best Material for a Pet Bed Frame!
A bed frame for your dog or cat provides critical support, making them more comfortable at rest and improving their sleep. Find out why cedar is the best material for a pet bed frame! Most pet parents who buy pet beds don’t think about frames, but imagine sleeping on a mattress without a box spring! Dogs and cats sleep between 12 and 16 hours a day, and high-quality bed frames provide additional support for animals at rest. They’re ideal for seniors, fur babies with hip & joint problems, and any pet parent who wants to ensure...
Mirroring patterns: the interconnected well-being of dogs, cats and their humans
We all have that one friend who looks uncannily like their dog. (Ahem: you might just be that friend yourself.) It’s not all about looks though. Beyond appearances, did you know that our furry family members – cats, dogs, horses, and even other pets – often mirror our actions, moods, and even health conditions? Of course, we already know the positive effect of animal companions on our own health and happiness. The science proving the beneficial effect of interactions with pets on reducing our own psychological distress is...
Strengthen your animal behavior knowledge with Maddie’s Monthly Behavior Connection
If you’re looking to bring new ideas to your organizations about dog and cat behavior then look no further than Maddie’s® Monthly Behavior Connection. This monthly webcast is held on the fourth Thursday of the month at 12PM PT/3PM ET and is an opportunity hear from speakers about behavior medications, modifying animal behavior, assessing and improving animal well-being (welfare) and how organizations successfully provide behavior support to dogs and cats. On April 25, join Dr. Jill Sackman for “Assessment and Treatment...
An Animal Control Officer’s Lesson in Empathy
The call was fairly routine, as animal neglect complaints go. The dog in question, a loyal companion to an elderly woman living alone, was in pretty rough shape. Rough enough that it was a pretty clear-cut case of neglect. The woman, who obviously loved her pet, seemed to be facing multiple struggles. She may never have intended to cause harm, yet her circumstances had led to a situation that, legally, could not be ignored. In my early career as a cruelty investigator for the City of Dallas, I was driven by a sense of duty to protect the...
Search Laboratory Selects APA! As Their Charity of the Year
Apr 10, 2024 Austin Pets Alive! is honored and grateful to be considered one of Austin’s favorite nonprofits and beyond that, to receive outreach from companies in Austin who want to turn their love and appreciation of APA!’s work into a service-oriented gift. Search Laboratory is just such a company. In early 2023, the company reached out to our Marketing team sharing that APA! was voted as Search Laboratory’s “charity of the year,” meaning our organization would become their “pet” nonprofit to...
Learn the Secret Signs of Dental Problems in Dogs
Bad breath. Plaque. Tartar. Most pet parents know the regular things to look out for regarding canine oral hygiene. But what about the other signs of dental problems in dogs and additional reasons to brush their teeth regularly? Let’s talk about it! Regular brushing prevents gum disease and other problems, but did you know there are other reasons to brush your dog’s teeth regularly? Talk of oral health for dogs usually centers around bad breath, plaque, and tartar, but there are other types of dental problems you need to look out...
