Male Sea Lions in California Pack on the Pounds & Get Stronger in Response to Climate Change
A recent study published in Current Biology noted that male sea lions that call California home are actually getting bigger, not smaller, as a result of climate change. They have shown an increase in average body size even with continued population growth, which leads to increased competition for food and resources. In the study, which was published on April 27, researchers found that the process of mating selection was a significant driving force for the males to strengthen their neck and jaw muscles used for fighting during breeding season...
Paralyzed Rescue Dog, Notorious, and Her Blind Buddy, Shady, Prove that Rescue Pets Are Worth It
https://d1dd4ethwnlwo2.cloudfront.net/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/20230425_095054.mp4 Cheyeanne Murphy’s dogs may not have saved her life in a literal sense, but she believes they’ve saved her from going down a dark road and have made her life much more worth living. Around 10 years ago, Cheyeanne’s mother passed away. She was a young and seemingly healthy woman, but one day she learned she had cancer, and a few months later, she was gone. “When my mom got diagnosed, I was definitely on a different path in life,”...
GreaterGood’s Donations Help Blind Ukrainian Refugees and Those Displaced by Recent Bombings
https://d1dd4ethwnlwo2.cloudfront.net/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/VIDEO-2023-04-27-12-57-36.mp4 As the war in Ukraine continues, GreaterGood has continued to use your generous donations to fund deliveries of food and a variety of supplies for Ukrainians in need. PHOTO: GREATERGOOD/NINA YEVTUSHENKO The need there is just as pressing now as it was on day one. Buildings and infrastructure continue to be destroyed by Russian bombs, people continue to lose their homes and access to power and other resources, and the supply chain continues to back...
Pointer/Great Dane Mix Known as Cinnamon Wants to Spice Up Your Life
Meet sweet Cinnamon! This 4-year-old pointer great Dane mix is currently being fostered in Virginia, but she’s available for adoption. To be frank, there’s nothing more that she’d like than to find a forever home of her own where she’ll know security and continuity are always hers. This is Cinnamon’s story in her own words, according to Friends of Homeless Animals in Aldie. Photo: Friends of Homeless Animals Rescue Pets in Foster Care Everything is tastier with some cinnamon! This is your sign to sweeten your...
It’s Raining Cats and Kittens: How to Save More Feline Lives This Kitten Season
[embedded content] It’s raining cats and…kittens. Kitten season is upon us and feline lifesaving is front of mind. We’ve convened a panel of experts to share their best kitten season tips, tools, and tricks to help you save lives this year—and prevent a seasonal population boom in years to come. Our Q&A-style panel includes Peter Wolf, Senior Strategist for Shelter and Community Research at Best Friends Animal Society; Monica Tarant, Chief Innovation Officer: Feline Lifesaving at Cincinnati Animal CARE with the...
Sick Cat Found On Side Of The Road Unable To Move Needs Surgery To Walk Again
Good Samaritans noticed a cat on the side of the road and stopped to help. The little feline was unable to move and was clearly in poor health. Penelope, as she was later named, was rushed to St. Clair County Animal Control with frostbite on her ears and paws and a severe upper respiratory infection. The poor feline is estimated to be just over a year old and life has not been kind to her. She has been struggling to find enough food as she was extremely thin, but she is now in good hands. Photo: St. Clair County Animal Control The shelter is...
Redditor is Looking for a Translator to Decipher a Conversation Between a Cat and a Crow
Humans always see animals every day — online or in real life. You can interact with them, yet they remain enigmatic. There’s still a language barrier that makes people think about what message animals convey. Sometimes you’ll witness different species have a conversation which makes them more interesting. What could they possibly talk about? It’s interesting to figure out how animals start conversations. The way they produce different sounds yet still talk to each other is truly mind-boggling. Due to the fascinating...
Behavioral Problems? There’s a Mushroom for That!
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...
What Can I Give My Dog for Gas?
Stacy Nordstrom Stacy Nordstrom is an award-winning freelance writer and technical editor who specializes in pet, music, and technology topics. Her articles have appeared in Catster, CAT FANCY, and Cats USA, among other publications. Stacy lives in Southern California with a sweet 12-year-old Cocker Spaniel/Labrador mix named Maggie and a 17-year-old gray shorthair cat named Mollie. You can find Stacy on Instagram at @stacy_m_nordstrom, where she posts pictures of her garden, sunsets, sailing adventures, and her pets being cute. Source:...
A Cockatoo Went Through a Healing Journey with The Help of His New Family
Getting adopted by a human isn’t always good news for the animal. Some people cannot fully commit to the responsibility. They’d think that basic needs are already sufficient to ensure the animal’s survival. Humans must understand that nurturing a pet requires physical and emotional attention. Those who failed to commit either abandon the animal or completely neglect them in their cage. Pets are hurt when they feel unloved and uncared for. Experiencing that for a long time can bring trauma which is the root cause of their...
A Dog’s Welcome Greeting Makes the Internet Smile and Wish for Their Own Kevin
Dogs show affection for their humans in various ways. As bonds grow, pet parents experience sweet gestures every day, both hilarious and heartwarming. The fur of joy will cling to their favorite humans — not wanting to be separated from them for a long time. However, it’s inevitable to leave your dogs at home. Every family member has a responsibility outside the house such as school, work, and other errands. A dog would often show the saddest face before you leave, but rest assured that they’ll be waiting for you. Upon your...
Tiny Dachshund Blocks His Owner’s Path In An Attempt To Get Belly Rubs
A miniature dachshund in Texas is winning hearts around the world with his adorable looks and personality to match. Scotchy, aka Scotchy the Doxie, may be just 4 months old, but he’s already amassed quite a fan following on TikTok where his owners share adorable videos of her and her antics, @scotchythedoxie. Photo: TikTok/@scotchythedoxie One video recently went viral that shows Scotchy not just asking his owners for attention, but demanding it! It’s no secret that dogs seem to love belly rubs. Some dogs, especially puppies, will...
Protect Family & Pets with These 8 Plants for Keeping Snakes Out of Your Yard
For anyone living in an area where snakes are common visitors, it can be a challenge to keep kids and pets safe. But there is a way to reduce the probability of encounters with them, and the best part is it’s through organic means. We’re talking about using plants as natural repellents for slithering pests. And since April showers bring May flowers, it’s time to start planning ahead. Photo: Pixabay/sarangib Citronellas For instance, lemongrass — which mosquitoes don’t care for, either — is a tropical,...
Toy Owner Creates Stuffed Animals For Grieving Pet Owners
When you have a pet in your life, they are more than just a household guest; they are a member of the family. We treat them as such, and we continue to draw closer to them as the days go by. Unfortunately, animals don’t have a lifespan like humans, so we may lose them far too early. When an animal is lost, we can go through a grieving process, and it is very difficult to manage. Photo: Pexels/Lauren Whitaker Trying to remember and honor our friends is something that many pet owners do. Some of them may have the pet cremated and keep the...
Millie and Her Droopy Ear Need Your Help Finding Forever Love
Meet Millie, aka Grammy. She’s a spayed pittie that weighs about 55 pounds and is believed to be about 3 years old. But that’s the boring stuff, so let’s get to the meat and potatoes of this love nugget’s story. Currently housed at Pima Animal Care Center in Tucson, she got a chance to stay in foster care for about a month, and her person there was able to share some helpful insights into her. Photo: Pima Animal Care Center “Millie was super sweet, cuddly, and affectionate with me. She bonded with me right away...
How a Toothless Nugget Stole the Hearts of His Humans and the Internet
What can you say about Nugget the toothless cat other than OMG I love him!!!!!! Nugget, a 9-year-old rescue with a strong social media presence, has captured the hearts of hundreds of thousands of followers on TikTok, Instagram, Facebook, and YouTube, where he can be seen coveting potatoes and generally being the love of his humans’ lives. His mom, Anshu, filled us in on his backstory. Three years ago, when Nugget was 6 and his humans were living in Virginia, they happened to be at an eatery near The Cats at Longstreet in Sterling....
The Benefits of Healthy Training Treats for Dogs
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...
Three Senior Cats Hope To Find A New Home Together After Owner Passes Away
Three senior cats – Cosmo, Lunar, and Nia – have grown up and old together in a loving home in Florida. Their world was recently turned upside down when their owner passed away. The 10-year-old felines were brought to Humane Society of Broward County in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, and are unsure of their new surroundings. The shelter shared their story on TikTok in hopes of finding a family who will take all three. “They are best friends and love one another. Cosmo, the big orange fellow, is the most social with people and...
New ZIWI Kitchen Prioritizes Sustainability as Well as Pet Nutrition
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 Cut Black Dog Nails
Kristina Lotz Kristina Lotz has been a writer on all-things animal for over a decade. A former CPDT-KA dog trainer, she has competed in agility, herding and rally with her dogs. Now, she clicker trains her horse! Follow life on her farm @MeridaTheBitless. Source:...
