Redditors Find This Turtle’s Smile Both Adorable and Questionable
Exotic pets might not be as soft and furry as dogs and cats, but they surely are adorable on their own. Reptiles, amphibians, insects, fish, and others can easily win hearts. Your house will always be filled with joy due to their presence. Those pets don’t only become your friends because they can also be your source of knowledge. Since humans don’t get to interact with exotic animals daily, there is little information about their personalities. Do snakes love pets, or do capybaras also ask for cuddles? Although you could search...
Would-Be Adopter Had a Specific Type of Dog in Mind, Fate Had Other Plans
This story was originally shared on The Animal Rescue Site. Submit your own rescue story here. Your story just might be the next to be featured on our blog! I knew I wanted to rescue and looked into rescuing an Italian Greyhound since I had owned one before. I wanted a young male, well-adjusted and not skittish, due to my very busy, hectic lifestyle. DOG. PHOTO: PIXABAY / SIMONNE DRAPER Instead I got a phone call asking if I could foster a young male that was tossed out of a moving car and found running along a highway. No other details were...
‘Ghost Dog’ Spends Months Hiding, Until Her Foster Slowly Helps Her Out of Her Shell
This story was originally shared on The Animal Rescue Site. Submit your own rescue story here. Your story just might be the next to be featured on our blog! Rescue – that has never been a choice with me. It is who I am. Been involved since I was little. One day, I saw a post about a dog needing a new foster with a group I foster with (Angels Among Us). She needed a calm home. Well, I had two laidback dogs and no kids, so volunteer I did! DOG. PHOTO: PIXABAY / CHRISTIANE When I picked her up, she peed all over the foster’s husband...
Pauly Wants a Biscuit & a Forever Home, Not a Cracker & a Shoulder to Perch On
Pauly may want a biscuit but he’s no parrot. He is actually a super cute puppy — well, practically a puppy at under two years old, anyway. He’s currently residing at the Pima Animal Care Center’s shelter facility in Tucson, Arizona, where he’s a volunteer favorite. Here’s what some of his biggest fans have to say about this sweet boy: Photo: Pima Animal Care Center “First time walking Pauly. He was very enthusiastic in his kennel with bright eyes and a wiggly body (puppy behavior). I leashed him up...
Why Dogs Prefer The Taste of Freshpet Recipes
If you’re considering making the switch to refrigerated food for dogs, you may be wondering exactly why dogs like the taste of Freshpet so much more than kibble. Read on to learn more about four of the biggest reasons why the taste of fresh recipes will always be superior. Reason #1 why dogs like the taste of Freshpet: Recognizable flavors One of the biggest reasons why picky eaters turn their noses up at kibble is the flavor. After being cooked to a crisp, artificial colors and flavors are added to kibble in an attempt to bring back...
Dog Massage for Arthritis
If you’ve been lucky enough to love a dog, you know that many develop some level of arthritis. Arthritis, or joint inflammation, most commonly appears in senior dogs; however, young dogs are also susceptible. Managing dog arthritis involves pharmaceutical and nutraceutical intervention, as well as lifestyle and environmental adaptations. Include massage therapy in this list as it creates a rewarding experience for both you and your dog. While most dogs respond positively to massage therapy, dogs with arthritis find it particularly...
Saving Lives One Pet Portrait at a Time
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...
Maddie’s Weekly Roundup: ASV Guidelines Re-Boot Camp, Domains Model and more!
Happy Monday! Below is a brief roundup of resources added over the past week. Register now for Maddie’s Insights: 5 Domains of Animal CareJoin Dr. Kat Littlewood for the “Five Domains of Animal Care.” The Five Domains Model is a holistic and structured framework for gathering together well-being indicators and assessing animal well-being. Maddie’s Fund® Director of Outreach and Research, Sheila Segurson, DVM, DACVB will host this 60-minute webcast on Thursday, May 11 at 12:00PM PT/ 3:00PM ET.… Learn More...
Ignorant And Impulsive Couple Decided To Adopt A Cat Despite Previous Agreement with Roommate
Simple roommate disputes can easily be solved with a little bit of talking. Living in a shared space should be relatively peaceful as long as those involved are open to communicating. Boundaries should always be respected, and that respect also extends to any pet that lives in the same space as you. PHOTO: Pixabay/Noël Milena One Redditor shared her situation with her roommate, who had an old cat living with them already. The problem started when she and her partner decided to adopt a kitten. We’ve seen our fair share of siblings...
Rescuers Save Terrified Dog Left At A Donation Bin With Her Stuffed Cow
A Houston, Texas animal rescuer named Samantha knows the heartbreaking truth about pet abandonment. It’s a huge issue in Houston and other areas of Texas and she’s doing everything in her power to help. Animal abandonment is a heartbreaking reality that can have devastating consequences for the animals involved. Abandoned animals are often left without food, water, or shelter, and are forced to fend for themselves in dangerous and unfamiliar environments. Photo: Flickr/Thank You (23 Millions+) views License: CC BY 2.0 The physical...
