Honoring Black History Month
Feb 09, 2024 February is Black History Month and we’re celebrating by amplifying Black voices, celebrating Black pioneers in animal welfare, and exploring the ways our community is honoring this month. And we want our APA! community to join in with us on learning something new and honoring the deep and rich Black history so that we may continue to move toward a more equitable future. We’ll update this blog throughout the month so bookmark this page and make sure to check back in to see new ways you can participate in Black History...
10 ways that ashwagandha can help your dog
In recent years, pet parents have increasingly turned to natural remedies to enhance the health and well-being of their furry friends. One such herbal supplement gaining popularity is ashwagandha, an ancient medicinal herb known for its adaptogenic properties. The benefits of this amazing herb can actually adapt to suit your animal’s specific health issue. (It’s like magic, only real!) Here are 10 compelling ways incorporating ashwagandha into your dog’s nutritional routine can help: 1. Stress Reduction Ashwagandha is...
Registration for Camp Maddie: Behavior Edition is now open!
Camp Maddie is back! Join us on Wednesday, March 20, 2024 and Wednesday, April 3, 2024 from 9AM-1PM PT (12PM-4PM ET) for a focus on dog behavior. The free, virtual event will consist of two half-days that will include presentations, short videos and question and answer sessions. At Camp Maddie: Behavior Edition, we’ll talk about determining which dogs are safe to rehome, keeping dogs happy and healthy while in your care, and finding them homes. Hear from a lineup of knowledgeable speakers including: Dr. Chris Pachel – Risk...
Top 7 Ways Cats Show Affection
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...
7 Fun Facts About Your Cat’s Nose and Sense of Smell
Did you know your cat orients himself by scent, or that he has a unique nose print? Check out these fun and fascinating facts about the feline nose and its amazing sense of smell. You might not think much about your cat’s nose, except how cute it looks, but did you know it features over 200 million scent receptors? This is just one of many remarkable facts about the feline sense of smell. Read on for seven fun facts about your kitty’s nose and his olfactory powers. 1. KITTENS CAN IDENTIFY THEIR MOTHERS BY SMELL The sense of smell...
Dianne Prado kicks off the new season of Candid Conversations!
Maddie’s® Candid Conversations is back for its third season! On Thursday, February 15 at 12PM PT/3PM ET, join Dianne Prado, the Founder and President of the Housing Equity & Advocacy Resource Team (HEART LA), a unique non-profit that was born from the heart. Prado’s compelling story reveals the values, mind-set and skills she’s used create meaningful and impactful work, despite the challenges of many odds – not the least of which was discrimination in many forms. HEART LA is a legal non-profit that helps...
Automate Your Trading By Using the Best Automated Crypto Trading Tools
Trading cryptocurrencies is a lucrative opportunity for many. While crypto trading is profitable, it can be highly pernicious to the traders if not done properly. By proper means, one should do it with the right set of tools and the right mindset. Time waits for breast no one and the crypto exchage market is no exception. A plethora of cryptocurrencies, advanced tools, market volatility, کون کردن and trading strategies may all cause confusion to the new as well as expert traders. Fortunately,...
Ashwagandha: how it can benefit your dog or cat
Ashwagandha. You’ve heard of it. You’ve seen its benefits extolled at your local natural health store. You may even be taking it yourself as part of your daily supplement routine. But did you know that this herb has the potential to unlock a new level of well-being for your furry best friend? An ancient herb revered by Ayurvedic doctors in India for more than 4000 years, ashwagandha is increasingly gaining attention within the pet health community. The reason for that is simple: numerous scientific studies prove the efficacy and...
Maddie’s Weekly Roundup: Black History Series from CARE, Online Instructor-Led Courses and more!
Happy Monday! Below is a brief roundup of resources added over the past week. Join CARE for its 4th Annual American Black History SeriesFebruary is Black History Month and Companions and Animals for Reform and Equity (CARE) is back with its 4th Annual American Black History Series. CARE hosts this free series in order to raise awareness around the lack of Black veterinarians and to raise scholarship funds for Black, Indigenous and People of Color (BIPOC) veterinarian students.… Learn More Apply now for spring Online Instructor-Led...
8 Times to Try Hydrotherapy for Dogs
Aquatic therapy, or hydrotherapy, can benefit dogs in many situations, though it’s often used to help injured or recovering pups. Let’s look at 8 times you might want to try hydrotherapy for dogs. Hydrotherapy involves the use of water for therapeutic purposes. Hydrotherapy for dogs can help with pain, injuries, recovery, exercise, and overall well-being. The service is offered by some veterinary/medical practices, canine rehabilitation and physiotherapy clinics, and private centers, but you can sometimes practice it in a pool or...
