Aria Mia Loberti’s Guide Dog “Ingrid” Makes History As First Dog For The Blind To Walk Red Carpet At Golden Globes
American actress Aria Mia Loberti and her guide dog named Ingrid have made history on the red carpet at the Golden Globes. Aria is legally blind, and Ingrid is always by her side, including escorting her down the red carpet. The six-year-old black Labrador retriever is the first guide dog for the blind to walk the red carpet, and her mom, Aria, is also making history. Aria plays Marie-Laure Leblanc, a blind French girl, who crosses paths with a German soldier in occupied France during World War II in the popular Netflix miniseries called...
Biodiversity on the Brink in Hawai’i’s Escalating Environmental Emergency
Hawai’i, known for its stunning landscapes and rich biodiversity, is facing an alarming ecological crisis. The Intergovernmental Science-Policy Platform on Biodiversity and Ecosystem Services has already raised concerns about the global threat to one million plant and animal species, In a study completed in 2019, the organization found nature’s decline is occurring at rates “unprecedented in human history.” Hawai’i, unfortunately, is a stark reflection of this global trend, earning the grim title of ‘the...
Senior Goldendoodle Refuses To Eat Her Food Unless Parents Pretend To “Season” It With Ranch Dressing
Just like with kids, dog parents need to come up with creative ways to entice their picky eaters to eat their food. Senior dogs can be particular about what type of food they prefer and topping it with their favorite human food can sometimes persuade them to eat. Dog owners have added everything from eggs to pumpkin to their dog’s kibble. However, a 14-year-old Goldendoodle named Zoey believes that ranch dressing makes everything better, even if it is only pretend. A viral video shared by @mickymets on TikTok shows the adorable pup...
$15,000 in grants available from Shelter Animals Count
If you want to be eligible for $15,000 in grants from Shelter Animals Count, be sure your data is updated by January 15th at 5:00 PM EST! Grant prizes will be broken down as follows: First prize of $5,000: Granted to TWO organizations who have submitted full intake/outcome data from 2021-2023. NEW this year: No minimum intake requirement! Second prize of $3,000: Granted to ONE organization who has submitted full intake/outcome data from 2021-2023. Third prize of $1,500: Granted to ONE organization who has submitted full...
Stray Cat Seeks Food and Pets, Later Leads Neighbor to Truck Full of Kittens
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! My Mia showed up in 2015 looking for food. She was a petite little girl, and I started feeding her and talking to her. Soon, she let me pet her. PHOTO: TAMMY FOX A few days later, my son dropped by and picked her up, and I saw that she was nursing kittens. The next day, I followed her to an old work truck parked in our field. In the back were four black and white fat babies. SHARE YOUR...
Man Places Camera in Shed to See Why Things Keep Moving Overnight, Discovers a ‘Tidy Mouse’
Helpful animals tidying up or making clothing is a regular occurrence in many animated movies, but while they may not be able to help you make a dress in real life (…that we know of), they can apparently still help keep things clean. On night vision camera footage that has gone viral, retired postman Rodney Holbrook caught a tiny mouse picking up odds and ends in his shed and placing them nicely in a little box on his workbench. The 75-year-old resident of Builth Wells, Powys, Wales, set up the camera after noticing things...
The Latest Shelter Challenge Has Wrapped, and Rescues Are Splitting $80,000 in Cash and Supplies
Your votes have been tallied, and the winners of the latest Shelter Challenge have been named. Throughout November and December, users were able to vote for their favorite rescues in the holiday-themed Tails & Tinsel Shelter Challenge. Your votes meant a lot to the participating organizations, as they competed for a combined $80,000 in cash and essential supplies. Overall, 22 rescues got a piece of the pie! The top prize went to Stray Rescue of St. Louis, which will be receiving $10,000 in cash and $5,000 in supplies. Coming in at number...
Homeless Dogs In Ukraine Have A Safe And Warm Place To Go, Thanks To You
Winter in Ukraine is cold and long. Temperatures dip well below freezing, making it dangerous for animals who do not have a home or proper shelter. We asked for your help to provide warm outdoor kennels to homeless dogs in Ukraine, and you stepped up in a big way. We want to thank you for your continued support and share with you how your donations are improving the lives of dogs and the people that care for them. [embedded content] Greater Good Charities (GGC) worked with United For Animals (UFA) to deliver hundreds of insulated dog houses...
Vanishing from the Skies, Africa’s Iconic Birds of Prey on the Verge of Disappearance
Africa’s large birds of prey are experiencing a dire extinction crisis. Studies have revealed alarming population declines among iconic species such as the Secretary Bird and Snake Eagle, with over two-thirds potentially threatened with extinction. This crisis, primarily driven by human activity, raises significant concerns for biodiversity and ecosystem health across the continent. Photo: PexelsAfrica’s large birds of prey are undergoing a severe extinction crisis. Alarming Decline in Numbers Recent research highlights a...
Dog Flu Symptoms and Treatment
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: Maddie’s Insights, keeping tenants & pets together and more!
Happy Monday! Below is a brief roundup of resources added over the past week. New Year, new Maddie’s Insights! Foster care and the Human-Animal BondThe New Year is here and so are new Maddie’s® Insights! Join us on Thursday, January 11th at 12:00PM PT/3:00PM ET for Foster Care and the Human Animal Bond with Laura A. Reese, PhD, Professor, Departments of Urban and Regional Planning, Global Urban Studies, and Political Science, Michigan State University. It is commonplace among those… Learn More On demand webcast: Keeping...
Benefits of Insect Protein for 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...
How to Teach Your Dog Not to Chew Things She Shouldn’t
Puppies and young dogs love to chew on things — and that can sometimes include your best shoes or the leg of your dining room table. Training your new best friend not to chew household items means redirecting her to what she can chew. Our dogs are bundles of joy, but depending on their age and level of training (or lack of same) they can also be whirlwinds of destruction when it comes to our favorite shoes, furniture, and anything else they can sink their teeth into. If your young dog or puppy loves chewing on things he shouldn’t,...
Terrified Cat Goes to Foster Home After Her Human Dies, Takes Months to Come 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! I volunteer as a foster for a local rescue, and an older cat (7-years-old) named Ginny came into our care. She had been without proper socialization for months after the death of her owner, and I stepped up as her foster, hoping I could help her, but fully expecting she would be in our care permanently. CAT. PHOTO: PIXABAY / RANYA From October 31 until February 23, she shared our home,...
Turning Highways of Death into Safe Passages for Wildlife With Corridors and Crossings
The intersection of wildlife habitats and human infrastructure presents unique challenges. Across the United States, wildlife corridors and crossings have emerged as vital solutions, mitigating risks for both animals and humans. Animals, in their quest for food, water, and mates, often encounter dangerous barriers like highways. In the U.S., over a million automobile accidents annually involve wildlife, leading to significant costs and ecological disruptions, National Geographic reports. These collisions are not just hazardous for drivers but...
Special Needs Cats At North Carolina Sanctuary Receive Toys & Treats Thanks To Your Support
Your generous donations have provided much-needed supplies to special needs cats who want to thank you. Blind Cat Rescue & Sanctuary in North Carolina is a safe haven for cats and kittens with any ailment. Cats arrive from near and far for a second chance at life. It all started in 2004 with a blind cat named Louie. Alana Miller and her daughter were volunteering at a shelter and decided to take Louie home. They quickly realized he behaved like a “normal” cat by running and playing. They wanted to give the overlooked and often...
Trying to Train a Picky Dog? Offer High-Value Treats!
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...
Heroic Police Officer Rescues and Adopts Abandoned Kitten Tabby Rashard
In the quiet corners of North Charleston, South Carolina, a story unfolded that touched the hearts of many. What appeared to be a routine animal rescue turned into proof of the bonds that form between humans and animals. Photo: Facebook / North Charleston Police DepartmentPatrolman Dontavis Jones discovered a four-week-old kitten in a dumpster while off-duty. Unexpected Discovery Leads to a New Beginning Patrolman Dontavis Jones, an officer with the North Charleston Police Department, encountered a surprising situation while off-duty. As WSAZ...
Kitten Helps New Owner Recover From a Traumatic Brain Injury
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! In 2011, I was in a roll over car accident at freeway speed. I sustained a moderate traumatic brain injury. A few months later, I was still in therapies to recover function. It was brutal, exhausting and frustrating. I was in pain, had frequent migraines, and was always tired. Life seemed hopeless. At one point, I seriously considered suicide. KITTEN. PHOTO: PIXABAY / ARTACTIVEART During...
Family Encouraged to Put Down Kitten with Seizures, But They Won’t Give Up on Her
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! On Thanksgiving, I needed to run to the store to pick up a few things. For some reason, I decided to go a completely different way down a back alley. From a distance, I saw what looked like a tiny stuffed animal. As I got closer, I realized it was actually a small kitten. KITTEN. PHOTO: PIXABAY She was facedown, covered in ants, and smelled of urine. I picked her up and was surprised to...
