Are You Making this One Mistake with Your Pet’s Dental Care?
Most dogs and cats have periodontal disease, and it’s important to pay attention to your pet’s oral hygiene. There are easy-to-use (and yummy) products on the market that can reduce plaque and tartar and prevent periodontal disease. No toothbrush required! Have you ever been too close when your dog yawned and been hit by a wall of stinky breath? Most of the time, pet parents laugh these things off. But bad breath is actually a sign of canine periodontal disease, and the mistake many guardians make is to ignore their pet’s...
Season 2 of Maddie’s Candid Conversations is coming!
Maddie’s® Candid Conversations are back! Our open, informal 30-minute conversations and Q+A with influential BIPOC leaders in our field are back with a fresh lineup of speakers. You will be inspired by their unique pathways to promoting equity, inclusion and diversity in their daily work. In our Season 2 premiere on Wednesday, August 24 at 12:00PM PT/3:00PM ET, Elijah Brice-Middleton, Director at Plainfield Area Humane Society (PAHS) in New Jersey, reveals the values and skills he uses to face challenges of being, in his...
After Hearing “Nobody Wants a One-Eyed Cat,” Family Takes One In
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 had just moved into my first apartment as a single mother. I was feeling very alone and guilty that my daughter had no one to play with, so I decided on getting a cat. That way, we would both have a friend. After browsing the newspapers, I came across an article that read “15 kittens please help!” I called and drove over that afternoon, newly purchased cat carrier in hand....
Texas First Responders Rescue Draft Horse Trapped In Thick Mud
It was all-hands-on-deck in North Texas to save a Belgian draft horse trapped in thick mud. Denton County Emergency Services District #1 received the call for help early Sunday morning and immediately responded along with Double Oak Volunteer Fire Department. Firefighters and rescuers arrived at a stock pond in Copper Canyon and found the draft horse named Bella on the bank stuck up to her belly in mud. Belgian draft horses typically weigh between 2,100-2,300 pounds, so rescuers needed to clear the mud away from Bella so they could wrap...
Mayor Max Passes Away Suddenly Leaving All Who Knew Him Heartbroken
The most honest and friendliest politician, Mayor Max the Second of Idyllwild, California, has passed away. The beloved golden retriever served his town since 2013 and was loved by all. He would greet locals and visitors on a regular basis and always made time to pose for photos. His laid-back personality and adorable face attracted people near and far. He always looked the part with a tie and sometimes a hat. His humans, Phyllis and Glenny, are heartbroken and shared the devastating news on Mayor Max’s Facebook page. A mass was...
Why Are Pet Parents Switching to Refrigerated Dog Food?
Many pet parents have made the decision to switch from dry or canned food to refrigerated dog food options. As a result, refrigerated dog foods, such as the offerings we provide at Freshpet, have taken off in recent years, giving pet parents a wide range of options for their furry friends. Pet parents who primarily purchase dry kibble and do not have much knowledge about the refrigerated, fresh dog food space may wonder what sets refrigerated dog food apart from other offerings. After all, there is such a wide selection of different types of...
How to Tell if Your Furry Friend Will Benefit from a Dog Food for Sensitive Skin
Today’s pet food market is full of options that can help pet parents address the evolving needs of their dogs. One option that has been increasing in popularity among pet parent communities over the years is dog food for sensitive skin. These recipes can help alleviate discomfort for dogs with skin and gastrointestinal issues. Here, Freshpet explores how pet parents can tell if dog foods such as Freshpet Select Sensitive Stomach & Skin may be a good fit for their dogs. Is Your Dog Having Skin or Coat Issues? Skin and coat issues are...
Hugh Jackman Mourns The Loss Of Beloved Dog, Dali
No matter how many years we have with our dogs, it is never enough time. Their lives are way too short and losing them is one of the hardest things a person must endure. Hugh Jackman and his family are mourning the loss of their beloved dog named Dali. Hugh shared on Instagram that Dali passed away over the weekend just shy of his 12th birthday. “It’s a very sad day for our family,” he wrote. Hugh had a special bond with the exuberant dog. Dali was often featured on his social media and would travel with him as well. On a...
NAET — a breakthrough approach to allergies in dogs and 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...
Maddie’s Weekly Roundup: Weekly Communication Conversations, BIPOC-led grants and more!
Happy Monday! Below is a brief roundup of resources added over the past week. Weekly Community Conversations Register now for the weekly Monday 11AM PT/2PM ET call for animal well-being professionals. These 50-minute calls are a collaborative space to share exciting new programs and research, discuss uncomfortable topics, connect with peers in the industry, and more, all while sharing a common goal of preserving the human-animal bond. There’s also $10,000 in grants given away each month to participants! Watch Last...
