Leia Just Wants To Live In Peace But Her Brother Is Not Gonna Let That Happen On His Watch
Sibling spats are nothing out of the ordinary. Anyone who grew up with a sibling has experienced it. Once you grow up, all these little fights become fond memories and soon you’ll be looking back and will even be reminiscing with your brother or sister about all the things you’ve fought about. My brother once asked me, “Remember the time I used to cover your mouth when you were about to cry?” Yeah. I did. He did that so our parents wouldn’t be able to check in on us and see that I, poor little me, was being...
GreaterGood CEO Serves the People of Ukraine
You may have heard that GreaterGood’s CEO, Tim Kunin, was recently in Ukraine handing out tourniquets to military members who can use them to save lives. But his trip was meant to do far more than that to help the Ukrainian people. Here are some of the other things Kunin accomplished in his four short days on the ground in Ukraine. Kunin was able to view the devastation caused by the explosion of the Kakhovka Dam and other areas that have been destroyed by Russian attacks. He visited the MRIYA Charitable Foundation and a summer camp for...
“Hard Hat Cats” Helps Feral Kitties Find Stable Working Positions in NYC
Sheila Massey is a talent agent of sorts tending to her non-paying clients in an effort to find them stable gigs doing the only thing they know how: hunting for a living. Her “clients” are part of New York City’s feral cat population, and they need homes. But not just any home will do. “They don’t want to be on anybody’s sofa,” explained Massey of the nonprofit Hard Hat Cats, “but they make great working cats.” Massey spends her days introducing herself to the management and owners of...
Homeless Dog Hit By Car And Left To Suffer On Street Needs Your Help To Heal
Young dogs love nothing more than to run and play. Sadly, a homeless 2-year-old dog in Bulgaria is unable to run, play, or walk without pain after being hit by a car. He was left on the streets to suffer until Love for Love Dog Shelter and Association took him in. He was named Brisko and rushed to the vet when they noticed he was unable to put weight on his front right leg. Photo: Love for Love Dog Shelter and Association “We took him to emergency care where it was discovered that he has a right front leg fracture of radius and ulna....
Calls for End to Animal Cruelty Follow Outrage as Horse Dies at Ageuma Shinji Festival
The Ageuma Shinji (Rising Horse) festival in Mie prefecture, Japan, has been revered for centuries, but has recently become a sad example of animal cruelty masquerading as entertainment. The death of a horse named Merzouga, who had to be euthanized after breaking its leg during the festival, has sparked outrage and prompted the Life Investigation Agency NGO to file criminal complaints against more than 130 people associated with the event, the BBC reports. The festival, which dates back centuries, involves forcing horses to run up a steep...
Shelter Dogs Say Goodbye To Staff After Being Adopted In Touching Video
It is the day all shelter dogs patiently wait for – adoption day. The dogs can barely contain their excitement and their tails never stop wagging as they leave their kennel for the last time to meet their new family. As they leave to start their new lives, they make sure to thank the people who loved and cared for them at the shelter. “Goodbyes are so bittersweet,” captioned a compilation video posted by TikTok user @wellbehaved1 of shelter dogs at The Hoke County Animal Shelter saying goodbye to staff. Screenshot: TikTok...
The Black Heron Can Turn Into An Umbrella When It Hunts Its Prey
Have you ever seen a bird play peek-a-boo in the wild? Well, it’s sort of like a weird version of peek-a-boo actually. The motion that a certain bird uses is as if it’s hiding its face and hiding behind its wings, but the goal of this “game” is for the bird to catch its meal. The Black Heron, otherwise known as the Black Egret, has a very unique style of hunting. ‘Canopy feeding’ is the unique hunting technique used by black herons, and they do this by using their wings to form an umbrella over a surface of...
Husky And Samoyed Duo Mimics Their Injured Owner In The Most Adorable Way Possible
Pets are known to fake an injury in order to get attention and maybe get a little more than their usual treats. The fact that pets know how to utilize their charms just for an extra bit of cuddling and coddling makes them all the more terrifyingly adorable. Did you also know that dogs are copydogs, er, copycats? PHOTO: Unsplash/James Barker Scientists have discovered that dogs are excellent at imitating their owners in a study published back in 2013. An old viral video of a Lurcher that cost his owner £300 (around $380) in vet fees...
8 Common Types of Dog Tumors
There are many variations of canine tumors and not all are created equal. Some tumors are less problematic for dogs, while others risk spreading throughout the body. Understanding common types of tumors, how they present and are treated, and symptoms to watch for, is essential in early treatment and intervention. Two main types of dog tumors Tumors are characterized as either benign or malignant: Benign tumors are noncancerous tumors that will not spread throughout the body. Malignant tumors are cancerous and have the ability to spread cancer...
Help for Cancer Patients and Their Pets
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Police Seek Public Help After Officers Find 2 Abandoned Dogs Tied To A Picnic Table
When we welcome a pet into our lives, we’re making a commitment to care for them and treat like members of the family for the rest of their lives. It’s a big deal, but it’s something that many people don’t take seriously enough. Sadly, many people abandon their pets when times get tough. Maybe they’re moving to a new home that’s not pet friendly, or perhaps they simply don’t want the responsibility any longer. Whatever the reason is, it’s no secret that a lot of people abandon their pets. Photo:...
The Danger of Avian Flu and the Threat it Poses to Pets in the U.S.
Avian flu, also known as avian influenza, is a viral disease that primarily affects birds but can also pose a threat to humans and pets, the American Veterinary Medical Association reports. Recent reports from Poland have raised concerns about the transmission of avian flu to domestic cats, highlighting the potential dangers it poses to pets in North America. Avian Flu Outbreaks Worldwide Bird flu outbreaks have been confirmed in numerous countries around the world, signaling the global prevalence of this disease. From 2021 through June 2023,...
Biofilms and How They Affect Your Dog or Cat
We hear a lot about biofilms these days, but what exactly are they, and what impact can they have on your dog or cat’s health and well-being? Biofilms are a collective of one or more types of reproducing microorganisms that form a colony or community. These microorganisms can include bacteria, viruses, algae, yeast, protozoa, and fungi. Biofilms exist everywhere in our environment, including on metals, plastics and soil particles, and in and on our bodies and those of our dogs and cats. We encounter biofilms daily in the form of dental...
Maddie’s Weekly Roundup: Well-being practices, free photo library and more!
Happy Monday! Below is a brief roundup of resources added over the past week. New free self-paced course available with practices for well-being and productivityAre you ready to reignite your passion, reclaim your energy and revolutionize your approach to work? The new self-paced course, The Journey You Own: Practices for Wellbeing and Productivity, on Maddie’s® University will help you do just that! This course will help you break free from the draining cycle of reactive responses and embrace a… Learn More...
Dug Up at Dogster: July 2023 Dog Events and Dog Holidays
How are all our furriest friends spending their summers? They’re making splashes in the pool, chomping down on yogurt-berry pupsicles, and showing off their most festive 4th of July outfits! Thank you to all our readers for sharing your pups’ photos with us. We’re showing them off on our Dogster social media pages – check out our #dogsterdogs in action! This summer, I’m working with my pups on their comfort levels near the water. We’re making progress! Emmy and I are graduating this weekend from the...
Choosing an Animal Communicator for Your Dog or Cat
Thinking about hiring an animal communicator for your dog or cat? Find out what communicators can and can’t do, and how to choose the right individual for you and your animal. Does your dog bark non-stop? Does your cat have a biting problem? If your veterinarian has given your best friend a clean bill of health, and the training techniques you’re using don’t seem to be helping — what’s next? Animal communication may be able to provide you with some answers about why your dog or cat is acting the way he is. But...
DIY Whelping Box
Yvonne Villasenor Yvonne Villasenor is a freelance journalist and lifelong animal lover based in Orange County, California. Her work has been featured in The Los Angeles Times, Daily Paws, This Dog’s Life, among others. When not writing, Yvonne enjoys lounging with her precious pets, exploring Southern California and watching funny animal videos. You can contact her via her website and Instagram. Source:...
Easy Dog Trick: How to Teach a Dog to Bow
If you’re looking for an impressive dog trick, don’t forget about the classic bow. This trick puts the natural dog play bow behavior on cue so you can ask your dog to bow anytime, anywhere. This playful position — elbows down on the ground, bottom in the air — is also a great stretch for your dog’s core and back. You don’t need a lot of space or supplies to get started. To teach your dog to bow, you need: lots of small pieces of treats that your dog is excited about. If clicker training, use a clicker...
Make Kibble More Appetizing with Homemade Dog Food Toppers!
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 Pet Dog And Cats From A Burning House
Being a firefighter is a tough job. Not only is the work grueling and unpredictable but it can also be emotionally taxing. When firefighters with the Pueblo Fire Department in Pueblo, Colorado were called to a housefire, they were relived to find the human occupants of the home had made it outside. The family pets weren’t so lucky, though. Photo: Pexels/Pixabay.com The fire department shared on Facebook, “The occupants stated that a dog and 2 cats were still inside the home.” It must’ve been heartbreaking to leave the...
