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...
Stray Kitten Chomps Down on Stranger’s French Fries, Ends Up with a New Home
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! Flash entered our lives in the summer of 2009. My husband and I were out of town when we received an early morning text photo from our daughter. It was a picture of this little kitten. Since we already had three rescue cats at home, I pretty well knew what was coming next! KITTEN. PHOTO: PIXABAY / GUNDULA VOGEL I called her, and she explained that as she was driving to the store the night...
Prevent Missing Pets — Protect Animals with Effective ID Strategies During National Pet ID Week
National Pet ID Week serves as a crucial reminder for pet owners about the significance of pet identification. Statistics reveal a startling reality: one in three pets will get lost at some point in their lives, reports the Animal Protective Foundation. Identification, whether through ID tags, microchips, or both, plays a pivotal role in ensuring the safe return of these lost pets. Photo: PexelsOne in three pets will get lost at some point in their lives. ID Tags and Collars ID tags and collars are often the first line of defense in pet...
Police Officer Rescues and Adopts Kitten That Was Thrown From Vehicle
Officer Timothy Rugg of the Harrisonburg Police Department in Virginia found himself in an unexpected situation that would change not just one life, but two. This remarkable story began when Rugg responded to a service call, only to discover a four-week-old kitten thrown from a vehicle, a victim of unthinkable cruelty. What followed is a heartening account of rescue, recovery, and an unlikely bond formed in the face of adversity. Photo: Facebook / Harrisonburg Police DepartmentOfficer Timothy Rugg works for the Harrisonburg Police Department...
What You Need to Know About Animal Blood Banks
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...
New Year, new Maddie’s Insights! Foster care and the Human-Animal Bond
The 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 who provide foster care for animals to have a recurring conversation with those who do not. Upon hearing that one is an animal foster parent a frequent response is, “Oh, I could...
Woman Wants to Adopt Guard Dog, Ends Up with Sweet Tripod Beagle
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! Two years ago, I was awoken at 2 a.m. by two drunk men pounding on my front door and yelling. I came down the stairs and heard the door open and someone come in. I was on the phone with 911 and screamed for them to get out. The police trespassed them. After that, whenever I heard a noise outside, I panicked. Friends told me to get a gun (I’m a klutz, and also antigun). I began to...
U.S. Coast Guard Rescues Dog Who Fell Off Oceanside Cliff In Oregon On New Year’s Day
Ecola State Park in Oregon offers breathtaking ocean views along their miles of trails that span between Seaside and Cannon Beach atop steep cliffs. It is a popular spot for dog owners to hike with their furry pals and take in the ocean breeze. The park rules state that all dogs must be on a leash no longer than six feet long at all times. On New Year’s Day, disaster struck for one family enjoying the trails with their beloved dog, Leo. Photo: Pixabay/hellmann U.S. Coast Guard and fire departments from Cannon Beach, Nehalem Bay, and...
Dramatic Hawk Attack on Kitten Thwarted by Car Windshield
In a dramatic encounter, a red-tailed hawk, known for its keen eyesight and predatory skills, mistook a tiny kitten for its next meal in Ladera Heights, California. This harrowing incident, captured on video, highlights the ever-present dangers our domestic pets face, even within the confines of our vehicles. Photo: YouTube / Gabriel MThe hawk saw the little kitten and through it would make easy prey. A Close Call Caught on Camera The scene unfolded in a McDonald’s parking lot. YouTube user Gabriel M was sipping coffee when he witnessed...
