3 reasons to document your pet’s health history
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...
Firefighters Rescue Deer Found Tangled in Soccer Net
Firefighters are known for saving the lives of humans, and sometimes pets as well, but firefighters at the Savannah Fire Department, Station 7, have recently been recognized for rescuing a deer—a creature that’s perhaps a bit outside their wheelhouse. The deer was located at the Soccer Complex in Savannah, Georgia. By the time these first responders got to the small buck, he was “extremely exhausted” to the point where he could hardly hold his own head up. He had the cords of a soccer net wrapped tightly around his...
Cat Rescue Offers Perfect Way To Get Revenge On Ex And Help Cats For Valentine’s Day
Valentine’s Day can be a tough for people who recently had their hearts broken by their special someone. However, this year there is a way for those people to celebrate by getting revenge on an ex and doing some good at the same time. A feral cat rescue in Los Angeles, Kitty Bungalow, came up with a purr-fect idea to help raise money for felines and help people get even with an ex. For all those people who have been treated like crap by an ex, this is a great way to celebrate Valentine’s Day. For a $25 donation the rescue will...
What to Know Before Buying a DNA Test for Your Mixed Breed Dog
Dog DNA tests have risen in popularity over the last decade as they move from veterinary clinics to direct-to-consumer models. But what exactly can you expect if you order a kit for your own pup? To find the answers to your most asked dog DNA test questions, read on for Freshpet’s answers! What is a dog DNA test and how do they work? Before we get into what dog DNA tests are, we should start with a quick biology lesson. Deoxyribonucleic acid, also known as DNA, carries the ‘blueprint’ for every living organism, and genes are...
How massage benefits senior 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...
McIntosh ProLine – turning a love of animals into a quality product
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...
‘You Gotta Live Forever, ‘Kay?’ Pet Owner Writes Eulogy for Beloved Dog
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! Dear Jessie, When I first adopted you, I whispered to you, “You gotta live forever, ‘kay?” Over the years when I would imagine life without you, I would say again to you, “You gotta live forever, ‘kay?” DOG. PHOTO: PIXABAY My body still wants to take you for a walk. Your leash still hangs by the door waiting for the words, “Wanna go...
Sled Dogs Are Exempt From Animal Cruelty Laws In Alaska
Every year since 1973, during Alaska’s 1,000-mile Iditarod race in early March, hundreds of dogs are forced into a state-sanctioned nightmare. The Iditarod has long been controversial for its treatment of sled dogs. They’re whipped and driven to run more than 100 miles a day, often in darkness, through heavy wind and extreme, subzero cold. Sled dogs are forced to run in sub-zero temperatures during the Iditarod race. And while the power to keep those dogs safe lies with the State of Alaska, exemptions are actually in place...
Donations From Kind Strangers Help Homeless Man And His Dog Stay Together
Homelessness is a growing problem across the United States, especially in an era of covid, rising rents, and inflation. And while there are shelters for homeless people, many places often don’t accept pets, forcing many homeless pet owners–including a disproportionate number of veterans–to either sleep in the streets or part with their fur babies. Naturally, homeless pet owners often choose the second scenario, and it’s not hard to see why. Not only are pets a non-negotiable part of the family, but they’re often...
Budweiser’s 2022 Super Bowl Ad Will Tug At Your Heartstrings With Story Of Recovering Clydesdale And Its Faithful Dog Friend
Let’s be honest, the only reason most of us watch the Super Bowl is for the ads. Budweiser commercials have been a longtime favorite of animal lovers which often feature their iconic Clydesdales and adorable dogs. After taking a year off from Super Bowl ads, Budweiser just released their 2022 ad that is sure to bring a tear to your eye. Under the direction of Academy Award winner Chloé Zhao, the minute-long commercial manages to portray the struggle America has had over the past few years and spreads a message of hope....
