Using Acupressure to Combat Firecracker Fear

Fireworks produce loud BANGS and flashing lights that can delight humans, but they’re not so much fun for animals. The sounds and lights can scare any dog, cat, horse, deer, fox, coyote, bird, squirrel, rabbit, and even humans with PTSD or light/sound sensitivity. Learn how acupressure can help keep your dog or cat calm during fireworks. Fireworks are a popular way to celebrate events depending on the country and culture. In the United States, we mark the Fourth of July and New Year’s Eve celebrations with fireworks. People have...

    Posted On: Jun 30, 2023 | Category: Animal Wellness Magazine Cat Information Dog Information InformationView Details

Young, Malnourished Street Kitty that Got a Chance at Indoor Life is Sold on the Idea Now

Meet 9-month-old Tamarind, a special shy boy who is learning indoor life after living most of his existence on the streets. Malnourished and sick, his rescuers at Southern Arizona Cat Rescue in Tucson thought he was a kitten when he arrived at just 2 pounds! Upon further examination, however, it was discovered that he had all of his adult teeth in, putting the kibosh on that theory. Photo: SACatRescue Tamarind is healthy now, per his vet, but this petite boy still has a sensitive tummy and can be a bit of a shy eater. With time and patience,...

    Posted On: Jun 29, 2023 | Category: Articles Cat Information The Animal Rescue SiteView Details

Veterinarian Shares Which 6 Foods Pet Owners Should Avoid Giving their Pets During 4th of July Festivities

With the Fourth of July just around the corner, it’s crucial to ensure the safety and well-being of beloved pets during this time. Veterinarian Alysper Cormanes at Veterinarians.org shared with us which foods pet owners should avoid giving their pets during the 4th of July festivities. Read on for a list of the foods you should exclude from their diet this weekend and all year round. Photo: Pixabay/RitaE Chicken Wings: Chicken is usually safe to be given to dogs, but chicken wings are only safe provided you strip it of the outer coating...

    Posted On: Jun 29, 2023 | Category: Articles Dog Information The Animal Rescue SiteView Details

Is Dental Health Really About Plaque and Tartar?

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: Jun 29, 2023 | Category: Animal Wellness Magazine Cat Information Dog Information InformationView Details

New free self-paced course available with practices for well-being and productivity

Are you ready to reignite your passion, reclaim your energy and revolutionize your approach to work? The new self-paced course, The Journey You Own: Practices for Wellbeing and Productivity, on Maddie’s® University will help you do just that! This course will help you break free from the draining cycle of reactive responses and embrace a more dynamic and fulfilling path. In this immersive introductory course, you will embark on a journey to explore the depths of your reactions, actions, and emotions, while cultivating a sense of...

    Posted On: Jun 29, 2023 | Category: Chew On This InformationView Details

Emergency Preparedness for Cats

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: Jun 28, 2023 | Category: Animal Wellness Magazine Cat Information InformationView Details

How Often You Should Be Grooming Your Dog

Regular grooming not only keeps your dog looking its best – it also plays a vital role in maintaining their overall health and well-being. How often to groom a dog, however, depends on both your dog and the time of year. Let’s take a closer look at the importance of grooming as well as the risks of under and over-grooming to help you determine how often to groom your dog. Importance of regular grooming Grooming goes beyond mere aesthetics – it’s an essential aspect of responsible pet parenthood. Regular grooming plays...

    Posted On: Jun 28, 2023 | Category: Freshpet InformationView Details

New Analysis: Pets With Microchips Are THREE TIMES More Likely to Get Home

It’s long been known that lost pets with microchips have a higher chance of returning to their homes than those without. New analysis from the HASS data team shows that pets with microchips are in fact three times more likely to be reunited with their families as those without—but that the use of microchips could be so much more effective.  Read on for tips on what shelters can do to have those chips more effectively work to reunite pets with their families. HASS Data Is Clear—Microchips Work, and They Could Work Even...

    Posted On: Jun 28, 2023 | Category: Human Animal Support Services InformationView Details

Do Dogs Dream?

The answer is yes! Take a look at what we know about canine sleep patterns, why dogs dream — and what they dream about! On occasion, you’ve probably noticed your dog yipping or quivering in his sleep, as if he’s chasing a squirrel. You most likely assumed he was dreaming. But was he? Do dogs really dream, and how can we know for sure? This article focuses on the phenomenon of canine dreams, and why they’re so important to your dog’s well-being. HOW DO WE KNOW DOGS DREAM? “Yes, dogs dream!” affirms Dr....

    Posted On: Jun 28, 2023 | Category: Animal Wellness Magazine Dog Information InformationView Details

You’ll Be Smitten with This Roxy Lady!

Serious sweetness alert!!!!!! Meet Roxy, an incredibly popular senior girl at the Pima Animal Care Center in Tucson. Shelter staff there describe her as cute, compact, gentle, and easygoing. They also add that this sweet senior steals hearts everywhere she goes, and every volunteer is smitten with her. While they can’t say enough good things about her, neither can volunteers who visit with and walk her. Here’s what they have said about this little lady of a certain age: Photo: PACC “I LOVE, LOVE, LOVE Roxy! She is so cute...

    Posted On: Jun 27, 2023 | Category: Articles Dog Information The Animal Rescue SiteView Details