Bloodhound Has The Patience Of A Saint With Her Feisty Chihuahua Brother
Patience is a virtue that an adorable bloodhound named June has – for now. She has a feisty Chihuahua named Kevin for a brother and she puts up with his barking and antics like a good big sister. But everyone has their limits. They have the typical sibling relationship where they get along most of the time. June shares her bed, toys, and even her backyard with the little guy. Kevin has no sense of personal space and always wants to play. Guess who is in charge… Kevin is a tenacious pup and does not give up easily. June is the...
Cat Named ‘Dorky’ Has Harrowing Origin Story
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! One day, a friend and I were walking to a park to go hang out. We started to pass this weird wire cage full of loose stones that was a sort of decoration. As we walked by, I could hear a tiny meow coming from over by the structure. Stopping, my friend and I tried searching for where we heard the tiny meow and unfortunately couldn’t find the source. We did notice a larger feral cat...
Little Is Known About The Critically Endangered Tope Shark, Can It Be Saved From Extinction?
Tope sharks are found in temperate, shallow waters along coastlines around the world, from North America to Australia to the Mediterranean, but the entire West Coast of the United States is prime tope shark territory, and those sharks are in trouble. Also known as the “soupfin” shark, tope shark populations have declined by 88% globally in the past 80 years because of the fishing industry, according to The Center for Biological Diversity. Many tope sharks have become bycatch or entangled in gillnets. Photo: Adobe Stock /...
The most common orthopedic injury for dogs and why they need a dog knee brace
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Do Dogs Dream and What You Need to Know About Sleeping Dogs
Sure, you’ve seen your dog twitch her paws, move her legs and even let out a little cry while she sleeps. Perhaps you’ve even witnessed your pooch exhibit more dramatic movements or sounds when she sleeps and wonder, do dogs dream? Want to learn more about dogs and dreaming? Check out Dr. Stanley Coren’s book Do Dogs Dream? Nearly Everything Your Dog Wants You to Know, available for $16.37. Do Dogs Dream? Dr. Stanley Coren, Professor Emeritus in the Department of Psychology at the University of British Columbia, literally...
5 Ways to Improve Your Senior Pup’s Diet
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...
8 Ways to Recruit Volunteers and Keep Them Engaged
Volunteers are the heart and soul of a community-centered animal shelter. They drive the organization’s mission, vision, and values, and make it possible for a shelter to expand its support for people and pets; to keep more families together and save more lives. Now, while so many shelters are full and then some, plus understaffed, volunteers are especially needed. Which got us wondering—how are shelters recruiting volunteers, and keeping them excited and engaged, through this time? We asked, you answered! Below...
San Francisco SPCA announces new workforce development program, #ThanksToMaddie
The San Francisco Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (SF SCPA) is offering a three-month paid Community Medicine Education Training (CoMET) program. In partnership with Young Community Developers (YCD), this program is designed to reduce the barriers to entry for the animal well-being field while also supporting the SF SPCA’s broader efforts to engage and support communities historically underrepresented in the veterinary field. CoMET provides an opportunity for individuals to learn about the field,...
You And Your Kitty Can Enjoy The Sounds Of A Cat’s Purr On Relaxing New Website
We live in a world that certainly carries a lot of stress for all of us. Stress can come from any area and can attack us without warning. Often, we are just looking for a way to feel a little better, and now there is a website that can help. It comes in the form of a very unique feline-based website that will have you purring along and feeling better in no time. The “purr engine” on the website will generate a purring noise and it is not only good for humans, but your cat can also benefit from it as well. Photo: Pexels/Ihsan...
People on the Internet Falls in Love with a Charming One-Eared Dog Named Rae
External congenital disabilities often happen to puppies, and it’s saddening to see the little ones struggle as they grow up. You’d think it’ll be hard for them to survive when they have a missing body part — especially one that helps them daily. Those external congenital disabilities often come in missing body parts like legs, eyes, ears, or even a tail. This condition is usually caused by hereditary issues. It can also happen when the mother has nutritional defects, a disease while pregnant, difficulties in labor,...
Woman Survives Cancer And Writes Touching “Rap Song” For The Dog That Helped Her
Music takes on many different forms, and rap is one of them. Love it or not, that style of music is here to stay and it just keeps growing in popularity. Perhaps that is why so many people tune in to hear “Mac Lethal” and his show on KRBZ in Kansas City, Missouri. He has an audience that looks forward to hearing him because he takes lyrics sent in from fans and raps them for his audience. Photo: YouTube/Mac Lethal Darcy is one of his listeners who doesn’t care much for rap music but she never misses a show. She also sent a...
World Traveler Sid May Have Finally Found His Forever Home!
A sweet dog in southern Arizona may have finally found his forever home after waiting a year and a half to get one. His name is Sid, and he’s been staying with his foster mom via Lucy’s Hope Sanctuary & Rescue. Like so many small rescues, Lucy’s Hope is completely volunteer based. That means there are no massive fundraisers or paid staff to care for the animals they get off the streets. In Sid’s case, he’s been fortunate to have the stability of one determined foster mom who has never given up on the handsome...
Cat Gives Her Life to Save Her Human From a House Fire
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! This “tail” is not a totally happy one. A friend of ours, Nana Liz, was gifted with a beauty of a feline from the local shelter. Abigail was her name, and she was a sweet love of a cat. Abigail hit it off right away with Liz. They enjoyed quiet days playing, or sitting on the couch together. CAT. PHOTO: PIXABAY / ANNALISA IDELER Approximately five months after Abigail came to...
Tips for Creating a Cute, But Safe, Halloween Costume for Your Pup
Spooky season is officially upon us. We’re cozying up watching scary movies, decorating our homes with pumpkins and skeletons, and planning some elaborate costumes… or just wearing something in our closet that passes as a costume. Often, pet parents want to get their dogs in on the Halloween festivities. If you’re thinking of dressing them up, be sure to share pictures so everyone can enjoy them, but also, you need to take some steps to ensure your pet’s costume is safe and comfortable. Check Your Dog’s...
Cruz the Therapy Dog Becomes an Official Member of the Salinas Fire Department
Recently, the Salinas, California, Fire Department had some exciting news to share with the public: they added a new crew member to the team! What’s so exciting about that? Well, his name is Cruz, and his hair is a bit longer than the rest of the firefighters you’re used to seeing, but that’s because Cruz is a handsome black Lab that happens to be a therapy dog. Sworn in October 2022, in this case, he’s the Department’s first-ever. Photo: Salinas Fire Department Dogs in the Workforce Salinas Fire Chief, Sam...
Police Officer Risks Getting Sprayed To Rescue Skunk Stuck In An Ice Cream Cup
You never quite know what you are going to run into when you’re a police officer. You might start out the day with absolutely nothing on the agenda but by the time it’s over, you find that you are involved in something you never could have expected. Photo: Facebook/Paul Wendy Beck Sr. Perhaps that’s why some police officers describe their job as being hours of boredom punctuated by moments of sheer terror. Of course, those unexpected events are not always terrifying. This was recently seen in Indiana when a skunk found...
Find Out Which Dog Toys and Treats are Dangerous for Your Dogs!
More than 200,000 dogs suffer from choking every year in the US. Common causes? Dog treats and toys. Not all dog toys and treats are safe. When buying toys, there are important factors to consider such as your dog’s play style and chew style which are part of its unique personality. And so, for your pet’s health and your own peace of mind, you should know which toys and treats are fine for your dog. YouTube/The Pet’s Empire Kinds of Dog Toys That You Should Avoid Buying According to the People’s Dispensary for Sick...
New York City’s Famous “Bodega Cats” May Not Be Getting The Care That They Need
The cats that live in New York City really have quite a reputation. Small shops throughout the city have those bodega cats and New Yorkers seem to have really fallen in love with them. Although it certainly is true that bodega cats are part of our culture in New York City, they aren’t necessarily cared for in the way that they need. In many cases, these cats are cared for properly but that isn’t always true. Photo: YouTube/Flatbush Cats In some cases, bodega cats are not being given what they need in the way of food, housing, and...
The Best Ugly (but Cute) Dog Christmas Sweaters
Have you noticed how a dog’s face can instantly transform an ugly Christmas sweater into a cute one? Whether it’s for a holiday party or lounging around the Christmas tree, as long as your holiday sweater includes a furry friend on it, any sweater — ugly or cute — is pretty spectacular to us! We’ve rounded up our favorite ugly dog Christmas sweaters, including some personalized dog Christmas sweater options and matching sets for you and your dog. Where can I find ugly dog Christmas sweaters? Most clothing stores...
Best Online Dog Training Courses: Taught by Pet Experts
Are you looking for the best online dog training courses? Do you wish you had a beautiful and thriving relationship with your dog? If so, you should think about choosing the best online dog training course to help your pet understand what behaviors are acceptable. It can be efficient and quick! Whether you want to teach your dog new tricks and basic obedience or have a new puppy in your life, we’ve created a list of the top online dog training courses based on many factors. Spoiler Alert! The best overall comes from the K9 Training...
