Maddie’s Weekly Roundup: Free stock photos, “Bad pet portraits,” grant opportunities and more!
Happy Monday! Below is a brief roundup of resources added over the past week. Introducing PetsandPeoplePhotos.org, a FREE image library This FREE stock image library was created for animal well-being organizations by HeARTs Speak with #ThanksToMaddie. The goal of this ongoing stock photo project is to increase inclusivity and provide a welcoming environment for all community members. Explore the collection How to add “bad pet portraits” to your animal organizations fundraising repertoire You may have seen the trend of...
A Quick Guide to Harness Training Your Cat
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 Do Your Dog’s Hormones Affect Their Health and Behavior?
From estrogen and testosterone to adrenaline and cortisol, your dog’s hormones have a profound impact on their well-being — physically, mentally and emotionally. Most people know that hormones are important for regulating body systems. These natural chemicals impact systems and metabolism on almost every level of the body, and also have a significant influence on behavior and mood — not only in ourselves, but in our dogs as well. Read on for a discussion of the most common hormones and how they affect your dog’s health...
A True Gentle Giant, Adoptable Cue Just Wants to Be Loved
Meet Cue! Mr. Cue is an incredibly handsome fella with a sweet, friendly disposition. He came to the San Diego Humane Society as a stray, and they are still learning new things about him. While in their care, Cue has had some dental treatments, and his new forever family will need to keep up with his future care, as needed. Photo: San Diego Humane Society He has been very wiggly and enjoying all of the treats, attention, and back scratches he can get since he was rescued. Like so many puppers, Cue is very food motivated, and staff at SDHS...
Dogs Sniff Out Pepper Weevils in Commercial Greenhouses
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...
Japanese Study Points to Benefits of Dogs for Children’s Wellbeing in Hospital Settings
If you’ve ever owned a dog, you know firsthand how beneficial their company can be when you’re feeling down. They are so calming and comforting that they are known for their ability at reducing blood pressure in humans. The expression “man’s best friend” didn’t get coined for nothing. Now, a study, undertaken at the Shizuoka Children’s Hospital in Japan, investigating the use of facility dogs as one of the best ways to help children in hospital settings has come to the same conclusion. Photo:...
Stray Dog With Painful Skin Disease Needs Your Help To Get Care He Needs
Mange is an extremely painful skin condition caused by mites and can cause serious damage to a dog’s skin and health. It is highly contagious and fast growing, so immediate veterinary treatment is necessary. Sadly, countless homeless dogs suffer with this disease, like Mosi. The sweet boy was spotted at a business center in Tanzania searching for food. He stayed in the area after several kind people offered him something to eat. Photo: Tanzania Animal Welfare Society They noticed he was missing fur and had sores on his back, so one...
Water Cremation: A Green Funeral Option for Pet Parents
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...
78 Sandra Murphy How Shelters Are Dealing with Returned “Pandemic Pets”
Dog and cat adoptions skyrocketed during the pandemic, but now that life is going back to “normal”, a lot of these animals are being returned to shelters and rescues. How are these organizations dealing with the problem? For most of us, dogs and cats are for life. Sadly, not everyone feels the same way. Others may be forced by circumstance to give up their animals. This has become especially apparent in the wake of the pandemic, when a lot of the dogs and cats adopted during the early months of lockdown are being returned as...
How to add “bad pet portraits” to your animal organization’s fundraising repertoire
You may have seen the trend of “bad” (or in some cases, good) pet portraits from animal well-being (welfare) organizations on social media. For those unfamiliar with it, a donation is made and in return, a portrait of the donors’ pet is drawn. How good the portrait is depends on the artist assigned to it. Last month, Maddie’s® Pet Forum Resource Drive focused on fundraising ideas. The “bad pet portrait” was mentioned by several organizations as a successful concept for them. Motley Zoo Animal Rescue...
