5 Ways to Get Your Cat to Take Supplements or Medications

Whether your cat is on supplements or medications (or both), getting him to take them can be a huge challenge. Here are five ways to make the task easier and less stressful. As a cat parent, you know your kitty sometimes needs to take supplements or medications to stay healthy. You also know that getting him to take them is easier said than done. He might fight you when you try to insert a pill into his mouth, or refuse to swallow and spit it out again, making the task a major headache. Following are six easy-to-implement ways to get...

    Posted On: Feb 24, 2024 | Category: Animal Wellness Magazine Cat Information InformationView Details

Doing More in 2024 Requires Change

Feb 23, 2024 We’re nearly three months into 2024, and this year is already in full motion! At Austin Pets Alive!, we started the year with a promise to be even louder about the importance of progress for Austin’s pets. We’re not going to break that promise. We also aren’t going to ignore the role we play in implementing progressive changes. And we certainly aren’t going to pretend that we do animal sheltering perfectly, because there isn’t a bigger impediment to growth than the refusal to take a close look...

    Posted On: Feb 23, 2024 | Category: Austin Pets Alive InformationView Details

Camp Maddie: Behavior Edition featuring Michael Shikashio

Has your animal organization ever dealt with difficult to place dogs? Do you want to learn key factors to ensure the behavioral well-being of them while searching for a suitable home? Camp Maddie: Behavior Edition featured speaker, Michael Shikashio, has you covered! We’re thrilled to share that Shikashio will cover these topics and more in his virtual presentation, Bark to Basics: Avoiding and Addressing Problem Behaviors through Meeting Their Fundamental Needs.  Shikashio is a Certified Dog Behavior Consultant (CDBC), and...

    Posted On: Feb 22, 2024 | Category: Chew On This InformationView Details

APA! Offers Courtesy Listings for Rehoming

Feb 22, 2024 Going to a shelter should be and can be the last option for an animal whose family is having to make the tough decision to say goodbye to their furry family member. Historically, a lot of shame has been placed on the idea of pets being rehomed, but the reality is, sometimes moving a pet out of its current home is truly the best and maybe even sometimes, the only, option a family has. The reason for needing to find a new home for a pet can vary, and we believe it’s time to take the blame out of the conversation; our Positive...

    Posted On: Feb 22, 2024 | Category: Austin Pets Alive InformationView Details

Cordyceps – An Adaptogenic Mushroom for Your Dog or Cat’s Adrenal Glands

Find out how an adaptogenic mushroom called cordyceps may help your dog or cat’s adrenal glands deal more effectively with stress. Handling stress is an important function of your dog or cat’s adrenal glands. These small, paired glands on each side of her body, just above the kidneys, are responsible for producing the “fight-or-flight” hormones, mainly adrenaline, when the body perceives an existential threat. They also produce stress hormones, mainly corticosteroids, when the body experiences stressors. In this...

    Posted On: Feb 21, 2024 | Category: Animal Wellness Magazine Cat Information Dog Information InformationView Details

Tranquil tails: transform your dog or cat’s anxiety with natural ingredients

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...

    Posted On: Feb 20, 2024 | Category: Animal Wellness Magazine Cat Information Dog Information InformationView Details

Maddie’s Weekly Roundup: Becoming inclusive of your whole community, Camp Maddie and more!

Happy Tuesday! Below is a brief roundup of resources added over the past week. How a 2023 Open Arms Challenge winner became more accessible and inclusive of its entire communityDuring the 2023 Open Arms Challenge, Grand Prize winner Harris County Pets of Houston, TX, (HCP) did its very best to ensure the practices and services offered were easily accessible and did not exclude anyone. Equipped with information from Community Conversations and Maddie’s® Pet Forum, they were able to make a number of changes that… Learn More...

    Posted On: Feb 20, 2024 | Category: Chew On This InformationView Details

Top 11 Supplies That Make Life Easier for Senior Dogs

Caring for a senior dog requires adjustments to ensure they lead a comfortable and happy life. Older dogs can slow down, become less active, develop joint pain, and experience other effects of aging. However, several household items can help enhance the quality of life for pups in their golden years. Here’s a list of the top 11 supplies that can make things easier for senior dogs. 1. Orthopedic Beds and Mattresses An orthopedic bed is a comfortable and supportive place for your senior dog to rest. There are also orthopedic mattresses...

    Posted On: Feb 19, 2024 | Category: Animal Wellness Magazine Dog Information InformationView Details

Revitalize Your Pet’s Health with Collagen Peptides

When you think of collagen, you probably think of that magical potion poured into coffees and smoothies each morning by those in search of the elixir of youth. But think again! In the right format and formulation, collagen can be a game-changer for companion animal health. In a world of ever-increasing stressors, our dogs and cats have become more than just four-legged friends. They are our everything. Emotional support animals, winter-time toe-warmers, personal trainers, loyal lifetime companions, an escape into true love when the world...

    Posted On: Feb 18, 2024 | Category: Animal Wellness Magazine Cat Information Dog Information InformationView Details

Sleep Disorders in Dogs

Is your dog getting enough sleep? Here’s a look at the various sleep disorders that can affect our canine companions, along with some natural ways to treat them. Just like people, dogs can develop disorders that interfere with their ability to get a good night’s sleep. Some may be harmless, but others can be serious and even life-threatening if left unaddressed. Diagnosing and treating a sleep disorder begins with knowing your dog and sensing when something isn’t quite right. Once you and your vet have determined the root of...

    Posted On: Feb 17, 2024 | Category: Animal Wellness Magazine Dog Information InformationView Details