Dogster Photo Contest: Dogs of the Week Winners (December 12, 2024)
Click to Skip Ahead This Week’s Winner Name: Piki Breed: Chihuahua Fun Fact: She love to ride on my shoulders everywhere. Cutest Name: Samantha Breed: Yellow Labrador Retriever Fun Fact: Now 11 years old, a real sweetheart. Lovable, gentle and full of playfulness, still. She was a rescue. Most Expressive Name: Chewie Breed: Tibetan Terrier Fun Fact: Chewie is 14 and a cancer survivor. He also has Cushing’s disease and is hard of hearing, but that doesn’t stop him being the lovable rogue that he is. When younger, he starred...
Holistic Care for Cats Recovering from Surgery: A Gentle Path to Healing
Surgery can be a daunting experience for your feline friend, but the right holistic care can make their recovery smoother and less stressful. By integrating natural remedies and supportive practices into your cat’s post-surgery care, you can promote faster healing. Take a look at seven approaches that provide holistic care for cats recovering from surgery. Nutrient-Rich Diet Providing a balanced, nutrient-rich diet is essential for your cat’s recovery. High-quality proteins, antioxidants, and vitamins are crucial for tissue repair...
Staying flexible with behavior modification plans
Do you adjust your training and modification plans to account for location and environmental variation? Then join us on December 19 at 12PM PT/3PM ET for Maddie’s® Monthly Behavior Connection. In “Behavior Modification Plans,” attendees will benefit from certified clinical animal behaviorist Tom Candy’s extensive experience in the UK Shelter Network. You’ll learn how to incorporate factors related to the dog and the environment into your behavior modification plans, to create a happier dog. Candy...
Roeckl Sports Winter Glove Review 2024: Keeping Your Dog-Walking Hands Fashionably Warm
Click to Skip Ahead Our Final Verdict We give Roeckl Winter Gloves an overall rating of 4.9 out of 5 stars. Quality: 5/5 Variety: 4.8/5 Materials: 5/5 Comfort: 5/5 Warmth: 5/5 Ease of Use: 4.9/5 Eco-friendliness: 5/5 Winter has come – at least, in some parts of the world! Bitter chills and snow quickly replaced hot summer days in many places. I work a lot with my hands, especially where my dog and horse are concerned, and the years of abuse to my hands result in my tendons hurting a lot the moment it starts to get cold. Wearing gloves...
Chamomile: A Natural Remedy for Soothing Skin Irritations in Cats
Cats often develop skin irritations that can make them uncomfortable and agitated. One powerful yet gentle solution is chamomile, an herb renowned for its calming and healing properties. Understanding how chamomile can benefit your cat’s skin health can help you provide them with natural and effective relief. The Healing Properties of Chamomile Chamomile (Matricaria chamomilla) is a well-known medicinal herb that has been used for centuries. Its anti-inflammatory, antifungal, and antibacterial properties make it an excellent choice for...
The Time We Fostered a Baby Goat: Mac & Rosa’s New Bouncy Friend
Welcome to the Wednesday Dogs of Dogster! Every Wednesday, we share a story from one of our Dogsters. This week is about Nicole and her two rescue dogs, Mac and Rosa. If I had my way, I’d have a zoo full of rescue animals, though if you asked my husband, he’d say I already have my wish. He’s not entirely wrong; having two rescue dogs, a rescue cat, and a toddler (and a husband) definitely feels like a zoo some days! Jokes aside, because we travel often, we have held off getting any other animals because that makes going away...
Considering Calming Supplements for Your Dog? Look for These 3 Ingredients
Calming supplements can be game-changing for dogs who frequently experience stress and anxiety. Let’s examine three ingredients you should look for in calming supplements for your dog and one product that has them all! Does your dog turn tail and run at the sound of fireworks or thunder? Or maybe they instinctively know when it’s time for a vet visit and hide before you even get the leash out? Some dogs regularly experience stress and anxiety, which can impact their behavior, temperament, eating habits, and relationships with...
Freeze Warning Issued For Austin, Keep Pets Safe
Dec 10, 2024 Austin Pets Alive! (APA!) and the Hays County Pet Resource Center are here with tips to help you keep your pets comfortable as we move into freezing temperatures overnight.Follow these tips to ensure your pets stay cozy: Bring your pet inside: If you keep your dogs outside, let them inside your home. Drastic temperature changes are challenging for pets and humans, so helping them stay warm in your home is helpful. Make an enclosure for community cats: You can help keep community cats safe by using boxes or plastic bins to...
Human Animal Support Services (HASS) Announces New Field Services Toolkits to be Included within HASS Playbook
The new resources were developed in partnership with NACA and other field services experts to create a united standard of care (AUSTIN, TX) December 10, 2024–Human Animal Support Services (HASS), an international project bridging the gap between human and animal welfare, announced today the inclusion of 11 new toolkits to the HASS Playbook. Developed in partnership with the National Animal Care Association (NACA) and other animal welfare industry experts within field services, the new resources aim to provide shelters with...
6 reasons to add Minnesota wild rice to your dog’s diet
Learn why adding Minnesota wild rice to your dog’s diet supports digestion, weight management, sustained energy, and overall health. Some grains, such as wild rice, have numerous health benefits for dogs, so they’re a great addition to prepared pet foods. Minnesota wild rice in your dog’s diet, in particular, is great for dogs. It’s a sustainable grain that’s highly nutritious, with a nutty flavor and more protein than other wild rice varieties. Here are six reasons to consider adding this healthy, tasty grain to...
