How Functional Mushrooms Support Trained Immunity
You’ve heard about obedience and behavior training, but what about trained immunity Training is one of the first things pet parents tackle when they bring a new dog or cat into the home. It teaches them how to be good citizens in the home and keeps them safe out in the world. On the other hand, trained immunity helps keep your dog or cat safe from internal invaders that could make them sick. What’s more, you can support your fur baby’s trained immunity with functional mushrooms! The Innate and Adaptive Immune Systems Your...
6 Ways to Improve Life for Your Senior Cat
Is your cat getting on in years? Check out six ways to help her stay happy, healthy and comfortable as she ages. Just like us, cats can find life more difficult as they age. They might not be as agile as they used to be, and their digestion may not be as good. Health problems can arise, and they often spend more time sleeping and less time exercising. If your own cat is up there in years, there are things you can do to improve his well-being, quality of life, and even his longevity. 1. MAKE SURE YOUR CAT IS EATING HEALTHY A nutritious...
Check out the positive impact CARE’s Racial Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion course has had on these organizations
Catch up on a recent Community Conversations call with Dr. Alina Luna, Dean of the Circle of Learning and Leadership, and Sheila Donya Kouhkan, Chief Engagement Officer, from Companions and Animals for Reform and Equity (CARE) for a panel discussion with animal well-being leaders across the country. They discussed their experiences with CARE’s Racial Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion course (REDI) and the positive impact their learnings have had on themselves, their organizations and their goals. It’s an honest conversation...
Caring for a Shy or Unsocialized Cat
Cats come in all shapes, sizes, and personalities. While some felines are known for their outgoing, sociable natures, others are a bit more introverted (to put it kindly!). If you’ve found yourself with a shy or unsocialized cat, fret not! This guide will provide you with insights, practical tips, and perhaps a sprinkle of humor on how to care for your furry wallflower. Understanding Shyness vs. Unsociability First things first, let’s decipher whether you have a shy cat or an unsocialized one. Shyness is often an inherent trait,...
Human Animal Support Services (HASS) Announces New Resource Center
(AUSTIN, TX) September 18, 2023–Human Animal Support Services (HASS), an international, collaborative project revolutionizing the animal welfare industry by cultivating a movement toward recognizing that human services and animal services are deeply intertwined, has launched an online Resource Center to meet the growing industry and public demand for support that meets the needs of people and pets equally. “HASS recognizes there’s no supporting pets without supporting people,” said Vincent Medley, Director of...
Maddie’s Weekly Roundup: Low-barrier fostering, in-person learning opportunities and more!
Happy Monday! Below is a brief roundup of resources added over the past week. Take this short survey on finding homes for “behavior dogs”On Wednesday, March 20, 2024, Maddie’s Fund® will be hosting a half-day online event that will focus on finding homes for behavior dogs (more information to come!) In the meantime, we are looking for further input about topics in order to develop the most beneficial agenda for the day. (Please note that when we say ‘behavior… Learn More How one foster-based...
The Science Behind Calming Dog Toys
“Freedom is a calm mind.” Bestselling author and expert on ‘clear thinking’ Shane Parrish was not likely thinking about dogs when he wrote this. But as any pet parent of a high-energy, high-jinx pooch can tell you, a smidge more canine calm in their household would certainly be freeing – for both the hairball and their human! How to achieve this calm mind for your dog though? Enter calming dog toys. It’s all fun and games when your puppy is a tiny tornado of energy, sharp teeth, and adorable puppy wriggles,...
Why No-Hide Dog Chews are a (Way) Better Choice than Rawhide
Some dogs will eat just about anything. That doesn’t mean they should. What we let our pups put into their bodies can make all the difference to their health and happiness. This is especially true of dog chews and treats. The best of the bunch in this category are high-reward, healthy, multi-tasking, and mutt-approved. But where to find this holy grail of pooch pleasure chews? Enter Earth Animal No-Hides. Just like their human-grade counterparts, many dog chews can be classified as junk food. But this is not always the case. In 2014,...
Is My Pet Suffering? An Exploration of Grimace Scales
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...
How one foster-based organization is implementing a low-barrier foster program
Lowering barriers is a key element to attracting and keeping foster caregivers. Kelly Duer, Senior Community Solutions Specialist, here at Maddie’s Fund® spoke with Becky Costner, Executive Director of Let Love Live, a foster-based rescue organization in Wadena, Minnesota, to ask her about their low-barrier foster program. Using a “Fosters Welcome” approach is a big part of their recipe for success: in 2022 for the first time, they were able to transfer in over one thousand pets. In 2023, they’re on track to...
