The annual veterinary exam – what to expect
Your dog or cat should see the veterinarian at least once a year for a check-up. Let’s take a look at what an annual veterinary exam entails. Regular check-ups are as important to our dogs and cats as they are to us. An annual veterinary exam establishes baseline testing when the animal is healthy, and allows for the early diagnosis of hidden diseases. While tests may vary depending on the veterinarian, this article outlines what our hospital includes in an annual veterinary exam. 1. Thorough physical examination and history Doctors...
Maddie’s Weekly Roundup: Data dashboard, access to care symposium and more!
Happy Monday! Below is a brief roundup of resources added over the past week. Register for the latest Maddie’s® Candid Conversation with Akisha Townsend EatonJoin us Tuesday, September 14 for an open, informal 30-minute conversation and Q+A with Akisha Townsend Eaton, an attorney at the Animal Legal Defense Fund. The chat will begin at 12n Pacific / 3pm Eastern. She speaks of how the work of animal lifesaving and animal protection policy are interwoven and how ultimately all social policy can work together –...
Unnecessary And Cruel Experimentation Exposed In Michigan
A number of billboards are causing a controversy in Detroit. Showing images of lab animals in various states of distress, the billboards point to purportedly inhumane experimentation that has taken place at nearby Wayne State University. According to Metro Times, the billboards feature dogs who recently died as a result of the experiments. “Dog #2002” is called out on one of the billboards, along with a description of how she died after undergoing her surgery for the second time. Millions of taxpayer dollars a year are spent on...
Detection Dogs Are Using Their Noses To Sniff Out Covid-19 at Miami Airport
Dogs are truly man’s (and woman’s) best friend. After providing love, comfort, and companionship throughout the pandemic, dogs are now stepping up to help humans travel more safely during Covid-19. According to USA Today, two trained detection dogs, Cobra and One Betta, are using their powerful noses to screen American Airline employees for Covid-19 as part of a pilot program underway at Miami International Airport. Depending on its success, the program may eventually be rolled out to additional security checkpoints. Photo: Miami...
Brooks Broth takes bone broth for dogs to the next level
Looking for a top-notch chicken bone broth your dog will love? Look no further than this leading edge company, which not only makes amazing bone broth products, but also gives back by supporting therapy programs for young people. Bone broth is all the rage these days, and no wonder! Just take a look at its nutritional benefits: bone broth is one of top recommended foods for supporting digestive health, and also supports joint mobility, skin, hair, nails and even sleep quality. Let’s zero in on Brooks Broth, an awesome product that takes...
Six Emaciated Horses, One Barely Able To Stand, Rescued From Ohio Farm
Portage Animal Protective League in Ravenna, Ohio, rescued six emaciated horses and is working around-the-clock to restore their health. The horses were brought to FOCUS Rescue and Rehabilitation and immediately examined by a vet. While all the horses are skin and bones, three were considered to be in critical condition. One of those was a grey gelding, who was later named Zeus, and 400 pounds underweight. He could hardly stand on his own and was said to be “barely hanging on”, but rescuers refused to give up hope. Warning....
Colorado Officials Offer Reward To Find Poacher Who Killed Mama Bear and Left Two Cubs Orphaned
Colorado Parks and Wildlife (CPW) officials are asking the public for help in finding the poacher who killed a mother bear in Woodland Park, leaving her two cubs orphaned. Officials received a report on July 26 about a dead female bear and arrived to find two cubs hiding in a tree. The cubs were rescued and brought to Wet Mountain Wildlife Rehabilitation facility. Photo: Pixabay/ArtTower An autopsy revealed the mother bear had been shot but no further details were released. The case is ongoing, but a lack of leads has park officials asking...
Supplements to support your dog’s joints
Do your dogs joints need a little extra support? Here’s how the right supplements can make a world of difference! Whether your aging companion has stiff joints or your bouncy puppy is still finding their paws, supplements can play an important role in your pet’s overall joint health. We all want our dog’s ears to perk up at the mention of ‘walk’. But as your dog ages you might notice less enthusiasm for their daily exercise, as aging naturally impacts their joint cartilage and causes stiffness, mobility issues...
What does your dog’s wagging tail really mean?
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After Years Of Building Trust, A ‘Trash Dog’ Finds Her Forever Home
For years, an empty lot in Nashville offered nothing to the people who passed by it every day. The run-down spot was considered nothing but an eyesore. But to Molly, it was the closest thing she had to a home. The tan dog was a fixture in the area, and locals often saw her fending for herself — eating a squirrel or other small creature for food, sleeping in the abandoned lot. “How could someone just like, not want this dog?” wondered animal activist Ryan Graney, later writing on Instagram that she was shocked someone could...
