What is a Foster Fail?
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:...
Cat Expert Explains “Weird” Cat Behaviors And What They Mean
Have you ever wondered about your cat’s “weird” or bizarre behaviors? Across the board, cats sometimes do some interesting things that may leave their owners scratching their heads in wonder. Renowned cat expert Jackson Galaxy is no novice to cat behavior and he regularly helps educate people on all thigns cat. Photo: YouTube/The Dodo In a video shared by The Dodo, Jackson Galaxy can be seen examing a variety of different cat videos showing seemingly “weird” or unusual behavior. The clips show cats using...
Dog “Almost Killed” Boyfriend In The Most Innocent Way
A woman couldn’t help but laugh while filming her dog nearly suffocating her boyfriend “in the most innocent way.” Sydney Victoria (who goes on TikTok by @accidentalgrandma) grew a house full of dogs when she accidentally adopted a pregnant rescue pup. Photo: TikTok/@accidentalgrandma She meant to welcome one pooch into her life, but after that dog gave birth, she was surrounded by five puppies and Mom. She regularly shares about her dogs on social media, and one video, in particular, has people in stitches. Photo:...
Dog’s Loud Puking Interrupts Important Video Presentation For Ph.D. Student
A Ph.D. student was left internally mortified when her dog interrupted a large, important video call with his loud puking sounds. Ellie Hurer is a Ph.D. Student in Structural Biology, according to Insider, she was speaking on camera during the 2021 European Inventor Award ceremony when her Labradoodle, Henry, began to vomit. Photo: TikTok/@myphdexperience She was allegedly speaking to an audience of thousands of people, including notable people in her field like world class scientists and Nobel laureates. She shared a video of the call with...
7 Dog Hair Remover Products
With furry friends, hair has its way of finding its way … well … everywhere! The good news: There’s a dog hair removal tool for that. Lots of them, actually. So, if your pup is covering your life in more than kisses, try these products to win the hairy battle. ChomChom Pet Hair Remover For a reusable option, check out the ChomChom Roller Pet Hair Remover. This nylon roller goes back-and-forth like a handheld vacuum, gathering up pet hair. To clean it, simply release the button to empty the receptacle. $28.44 ChomChom...
What’s so Special About Turkey Tail Mushrooms for Dogs?
For many centuries, Turkey Tail mushrooms have had a reputation for helping to bolster the immune system. There is increasing scientific evidence that these mushrooms can be useful as a natural, adjunct therapy for the human cancer patient. Now, it is becoming a natural therapy choice for pets with cancer. Research into Turkey Tail Mushrooms for Cancer Turkey Tail made a name for itself in 2012, when a study in dogs with cancer was published. Turkey Tail extract was able to help dogs suffering from the nearly always fatal splenic malignancy,...
This Redditor’s Mom Claims That a Lizard Greets Her with an Adorable Wave of Hello
Since the internet became more accessible to people, many have been discovering things about animals that they did not know before. Humans became more aware of animal behavior, especially how they can sometimes act most amusingly. Animals can often behave in a human-like manner which can shock you and effortlessly make you laugh. Those moments are always shared on social media, which comes from news outlets, pet owners, or rescue organizations. You’ll see dogs speaking verbally, cats drinking from water dispensers, monkeys welcoming...
A Dog Got Trapped in a Well for Hours and was Rescued by Firefighters
Taking your dogs outdoors is a fun experience, especially when you see them have the time of their lives. You’ll be smiling from watching them do zoomies and interacting with other dogs. However fun, danger still lurks around your fur baby. Accidents could happen at any moment, mainly in areas where they could easily get trapped. Individuals, rescue organizations, police departments, and firefighters have encountered such incidents a lot of times. Thankfully, they take quick action and save the animal even when the rescue operation...
Custom Car Air Fresheners with Your Pet’s Face at the Click of a Button
Can’t get enough of your furry little love nugget? Always looking for ways to up your game when it comes to showing your love for them? There are a number of paths you could take to go about it, but a lot of them might break the bank. So, before you get carried away, you might want to check out some ideas that are within reach. That’s not to say you might not get some side-eye from your friends and family over your undying adulation for Biff or Pepper, but, hey, it’s your life, your pet(s), and your vehicle, so who cares,...
Momma, I’m So Scared! Vet Tech Shows How Huskies Usually Behave When They Come to the Clinic
How much do you know about Huskies? Well, from watching these dogs on TV and movies, you would be very impressed with their wolf-life looks, intelligence, courage, and resilient spirit. Photo: YouTube/DogCastTv According to Petplan, they are the perfect dog for people who have an active lifestyle. That’s because, as you may already know, this dog breed were trained by Siberia’s indigenous Chukchi people to be sleigh dogs. And up to now, Huskies are the popular choice for rural transportation, sled-dog racing, expeditions, and...
Adoptable Johnny is the Young Rescue Lab You’ve Been Waiting For
Here’ssssssssssssssssssss Johnny!!! Greetings, future furever family! I’m a two-year-old neutered black Lab that came to Desert Labrador Retriever Rescue in central Arizona from another small rescue. I respond to my fabulous name, Johnny, and will gladly come to you when called. In fact, I’m hoping you do — over and over again. Maybe we can play fetch some time, where I could chase tennis balls, and you would throw them. But I’m getting ahead of myself. Photo: Desert Labrador Retriever Rescue I’m crate...
Does Your Dog’s Diet Need A Spring Cleaning?
As we head into the warmer months, spring cleaning may be on your mind. Not only is this a great time to freshen up your living space, but it’s also the right time to freshen up your pet’s diet as well! If you’re considering making the switch to a clean dog food diet this spring, read on. How the change of season affects your dog’s diet Dogs may have been domesticated for tens of thousands of years, but the change of the season still instinctually impacts their diet. Believe it or not, outdoor temperatures and daylight...
Doggy Daycare May Be the Answer for Dogs with Separation Anxiety
So, your fur baby got used to you being around all day and is missing you now that you’re only working remotely part of the week or you’re back to the office/job site full time. That’s understandable. In fact, dogs that live in households with children can become depressed and even restive when summer break is over once the kids head back to school. This can lead to destructive behavior or incessant whining/howling that can drive your neighbors — or anyone within earshot — batty. It’s known as separation...
Pawsitively Thriving: Strategies for Work-Life Balance in Animal Welfare
[embedded content] Work-life balance is never easy for people who work in animal sheltering, and increased lengths of stay and high staff turnover have only made the job more challenging. As you support the people and pets in your community, caring for yourself and your teams can feel like a secondary goal. Listen to this webinar recording featuring Lindsay Hamrick, Director of Shelter Outreach & Engagement with the Humane Society of the United States, to learn why work-life balance can be difficult in animal welfare and practical tips...
Scientists Find Genetic Difference In Dogs Living Near Chernobyl Compared To Other Dogs
It’s hard to believe it’s been over 35 years since the Chernobyl disaster took place. That disaster cost the lives of thousands of people due to radiation exposure, but it also had other effects. People were evacuated from where they lived near Chernobyl after the disaster occurred. Much of the wildlife in the evacuation zone was also affected severely. Photo: Wikimedia Commons License: CC BY-SA 4.0 Interestingly, some dogs managed to survive the disaster and still live in the area of Chernobyl. Of course, any dogs that were pets...
Is My Dog Happy?
Everyone wants a happy, content furry family member. Happy dogs. Happy times together. How do we know if our dog is happy, and what is happiness for them? Veterinarian behaviorist and researcher, Dr. Niwako Ogata, at Purdue University, defines happiness as overall “wellbeing.” Three major components of wellbeing — emotional, cognitive and physical wellness — must be considered, she says, to answer, ‘Is my dog happy?’ Signs that a dog is happy Emotional and cognitive components often do a better...
4 Key Tips for Better Dog Hygiene
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...
Not Sure When Your Rescue Pet’s Birthday Is? Celebrate their Adoption Day!
If your best bud is a rescue pet, you likely don’t know when their birthday is. For a lot of folks, this wouldn’t matter, but for some, they’d actually like to know so that they can celebrate the passage of each year with a certain amount of fanfare. If this sounds like you, here’s an idea you might be able to get on board with. Celebrating Adoption Day The day you adopted your pet and made them a part of your family is one that can be observed in place of their real birthday. The cool thing is, no matter how they came...
Senior Chihuahua Tucks Himself Into Shelter Bed Every Night Like His Former Owner Used To
Being a senior dog in an animal shelter is tough. They’re often overlooked and chosen last, and they might be forced to live out their golden years in the shelter or a foster home if they’re lucky. Many senior dogs are surrendered to shelters in rough conditions due to years of negligence or abuse, and for those dogs, the shelter might mean a bit of relief from their suffering. Photo: Pexels/Luis Quintero However, some senior dogs end up in the shelter after spending years with a great family. Maybe the family had to move or...
Gentle Rottweiler Plays Tug Of War With Feisty Magpie Bird
Rottweilers are often stereotyped as being aggressive and brutal dogs that should be kept away from small children or other animals. However, those who are familiar with the breed know that they can really be giant teddy bears deep down. According to the American Kennel Club, a rottweiler is known as “a gentle playmate and protector within the family circle.” Photo: TikTok/@windsorau One rottweiler who fits that description perfectly is Jack. TikTok user @windsorau regularly shares videos of Jack and his unusual BFF on TikTok....
