How to Keep Your Dog Fit and Active During the Winter
Depending on where you live, winters can be harsh, which means you and your dog spend a lot more time indoors. Here are some tips for keeping him fit, active and safe during the cold weather months. Once the weather turns colder and the days get shorter, most of us spend more time inside — and so do our dogs. Whatever the season, however, regular exercise is important for maintaining your canine companion’s health and fitness. This means getting him outside when conditions and temperatures allow, and finding ways to give him...
To Grain or Not to Grain: Choosing Between Grain and Grain-Free Diets
Trying to find the best food for your dog or cat but stuck on the grain versus grain-free hamster wheel? Come along for the ride and find out what grains you’ll find in dog and cat foods, why they’re included, and when to pick grain-inclusive or grain-free diets for your fur baby! Look at any bag of dog or cat food these days and you’re just as likely to see “Grain-Free!” as you are to find grains in the ingredients. The debate between grain-inclusive and grain-free diets for dogs and cats is ongoing, leaving...
5 Special Holiday Gifts for Senior Dogs and Cats
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Short and digestible online courses for animal organizations available through Austin Pets Alive!
If your animal organization is looking to elevate the quality of care you provide and improve job satisfaction for staff, the Training and Education Center at Austin Pets Alive! may be just what you are looking for. The courses are broken up into chapters, which can be completed in 8-12 minutes. Combined with quick video demonstrations, printable infographics and interactive presentations, the courses keep learners engaged. There are currently six offerings available, with more planned for the future. The classes are available for a small fee...
Data Insight: The Potential Power of Intake Data to Keep Pets with Families
One of the sadder things we see in shelter intake lobbies is when someone arrives to surrender the beloved pet of a deceased family member or of a loved one unable to care for a companion. HASS believes there are other solutions to consider before a shelter surrender, especially in sensitive moments such as these, that can benefit both the family in need and a shelter’s ability to manage intake in a positive way. But how can shelters still support this need? It begins with intake data. At HASS, it’s increasingly clear there...
Understanding Fall Allergies in Dogs
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...
The Link Between Doggie Dental Health and Overall Well-Being
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...
Dr. Kwane Stewart is CNN’s Hero of the Year!
Dr. Kwane Stewart, veterinarian and co-founder of Project Street Vet and a Maddie’s Fund® grantee, has been named at the 2023 CNN Hero of the Year for his incredible work with pets and people. As CNN Hero of the Year, Dr. Stewart will receive $100,000 to expand his work. During his acceptance speech, he promised to split the monies evenly amongst his nine fellow nominees. “An act of kindness can change your day, change someone’s day. An act or gesture of kindness can change somebody’s life,” Dr. Stewart...
Why Mushrooms Are So Good for Your Dog’s Gut Microbiome
From Lion’s Mane to Maitake, edible mushrooms are rich in prebiotic fiber and other nutrients that help improve the health of your dog’s gut microbiome. Shiitake, Maitake and oyster mushrooms are considered some of the world’s tastiest edible mushrooms — and they’re just a few of the flavorful fungal delights available worldwide. But mushrooms aren’t just delicious. They also provide solid nutrition to your dog (and yourself!) thanks to their high levels of good quality protein and fiber, and their low...
Festive Recipes for Dogs
Including your dog in your seasonal festivities? These healthy and delicious recipes will fill him with comfort and joy any time of the year! Looking for a fun way to thank your dog for the unconditional love she gives you year round? Since most dogs would probably place food at the top of their wish lists, here are three fabulous recipes to try over the holidays or really any time of year. One thing’s for sure — he’ll be licking his lips and asking for more! Instructions Choose organic ingredients wherever possible. Brush...
