8 Ways to Prepare to Travel with Your Dog Long-Term
If you want to travel with your dog long-term, preparing them for the trip can help reduce stress and anxiety. Preparation can nip potential problems in the bud, ensuring a hiccup-free journey for both you and your furry friend. Have you ever dreamt of hitting the open road or flying to exotic destinations with your loyal canine companion? Imagine the two of you enjoying stress-free adventures without car sickness, plane anxiety, or behavioral problems. The secret? Adequate planning and preparing to travel with your dog. Let’s explore...
The Basics of a Balanced Dog Diet
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Vote for Dr. Kwane Stewart for CNN Hero of the year!
We are thrilled to share that Dr. Kwane Stewart, veterinarian and co-founder of Project Street Vet and a Maddie’s Fund® grantee, has been selected to be one of the top 10 finalists in the CNN Heroes Awards for his incredible work with pets and people. Dr. Stewart shared his journey going from private practice veterinarian to walking the streets solo, helping the pets of the unhoused, on a Weekly Community Conversations Call earlier this year. The CNN Heroes finalist is determined by vote and we’d love for your support in...
Benefits of the Human-Animal Bond
There is a lot of talk about how pet guardianship can benefit humans. But did you know this important symbiotic relationship can also benefit our furry friends? In honor of International Human-Animal Bond Day, let’s explore how having a family is good for dogs and cats and vice versa! Dogs and Cats Get Loving Homes A strong human-animal bond means that dogs and cats are well cared for. In fact, up to 85% of pet guardians consider their animal companions to be a member of the family. That translates to better care and increased spending...
Human Animal Support Services (HASS) Announces 2024 Policy Platform & Agenda
(AUSTIN, TX) November 7, 2023–Human Animal Support Services (HASS), an international project revolutionizing the animal welfare industry by uniting the human and animal welfare approach, announced today its 2024 policy platform and agenda including the prioritization of the following policy initiatives: increasing equitable access to pet-inclusive housing and affordable veterinary care, expanding federal Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits to include pet food, as well as addressing the way animal shelter conditions...
Does your animal organization need holiday promotions ideas? We’ve got you!
Last year, our Holiday Promotions Resource Drive on Maddie’s® Pet Forum was so successful, we decided to run it again this year! There were such great ideas shared like the 12 Strays of Christmas, No Kill Colorado’s “Home for the Holidays” campaign, Lending Paws a Hand’s, “Small Business Saturday” promotion, TinynTall Rescue’s “Virtual Bingo” fundraiser, a “Foster First” adoption promotion and so many others. Read...
Novel Pet Food Ingredients You Need to Know About!
Once upon a time, people fed their dogs dry, dusty kibble, and the dogs lived unhappily ever after. The end… Not so fast! The story is not over yet. Thanks to better quality food from companies like ZIWI®, who are 100% committed to peak nutrition for pets. Peak nutrition which includes finding the very best ingredients for your pet’s health and wellness. Read on to discover their use of novel pet food ingredients – along with all the benefits provided by these lesser-known nutritional powerhouses. Chicken, beef, salmon,...
Maddie’s Weekly Roundup: #BeAHelper, support your community and more!
Happy Monday! Below is a brief roundup of resources added over the past week. How your animal organization can better connect with the community it supportsConnecting with your community is more important than ever. Which is why we are republishing this blog from 2022 with the now former Executive Director of Plainfield Area Humane Society, Elijah Brice-Middleton. Looking for ways to better connect with your community? Whether you’re looking to diversify your staff/volunteers, share information about the programs and...
Supplements to Support Your Dog or Cat’s Heart
Heart disease in dogs and cats has a variety of causes, from dietary deficiencies to genetic predisposition. Read up on the natural supplements that can help support your best friend’s heart. While it’s true that dogs and cats don’t have heart attacks, they definitely do get heart disease. Common causes of heart problems in our canine and feline companions include dietary deficiencies, parasites (especially heartworm), aging (especially aging heart valves), and inherited breed-related problems. A number of natural...
Limited-Ingredient Dog Treats Reign Supreme!
A delicious, nutritious alternative to commercial dog treats that promote whole-body health and happiness! Now that’s a high-value reward! Diet is one of the best ways to ensure your fur baby leads a healthy, happy life. That makes it essential to pay attention to what you feed them. This includes their treats, which can often be overlooked. Let’s delve deep into the world of dog treats, including why it’s critical to know what’s in them and the benefits of opting for natural, limited-ingredient snacks for your pup....
