Massachusetts Cracks Down On Poachers With New Law
A newly passed bill in Massachusetts will help protect vulnerable wildlife from poachers. Massachusetts is one of the last states to join the Interstate Wildlife Violators Compact, a national database of potential poachers and suspended hunting, fishing, and trapping licenses shared among member states, and was known as “poacher’s paradise” due to their meager fines and outdated hunting laws. Photo: Unsplash/Cindie Hansen But that has finally changed. Governor Charlie Baker signed the bill into law after it was passed by the...
Veterinarian Goes Viral For Videos Of “If Animals Were Humans At The Doctor”
While most pets are nervous when they go to the vet, others are full of energy and want to greet everyone they meet. Dr. Molly Brinkmann is a small animal veterinarian in Nashville and is going viral for showing the world how some of her patients would act if they were humans instead of animals. She re-enacts how a male orange cat would strut into the office and greet the receptionist as well as how an excited golden retriever would bounce around the waiting room. @drmollysays If animals were humans at the doctor: the male orange cat...
How to Stop Your Dog from Jumping on People
Does your dog get excited and jump on you and other people? Dogs jumping up on guests is a very common – and frustrating – behavior. Dogs jump on you to get attention and to try and greet you face to face. When dogs jump up, they get the attention they seek, making it very easy to accidentally reward the jumping by pushing the dog down or talking to the dog. With consistent training it is possible to teach your dog to stop jumping on you or your guests. Why do dogs jump on you? Although we might find it rude for dogs to jump on us...
Amazon Delivery Driver Saves Three Puppies From A Burning House
An Amazon delivery driver is being called a hero after she saved the lives of three puppies trapped in a house fire. Angelina Starkey was driving in Lake City, Florida when she noticed smoke pouring from a house. Photo: Wikimedia Commons While some people might’ve carried on their way, Starkey immediately stopped and called 911. She waited until first responders arrived and watched as they rescued three Boston Terrier puppies from the home – just in the nick of time. The Columbia County Fire Rescue wrote about the driver’s...
Five-Week-Old Kitten Rescued As it Darts Along Road
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! We have always been animal people, but cats are my favorite. All the cats we’ve owned have been adopted or rescued. This last year was particularly hard, however. We had three cats, all between 9 and 12-years-old. We lost two of them to cancer only months apart. Our hearts were broken, and our home was nearly empty. We missed our friends who had spent their entire lives in our home...
The Dogs of TikTok Go Viral
The social media platform TikTok is a leading destination for short-form mobile video with users from all over the world watching content. With a company mission to inspire creativity and bring joy, it is no surprise that accounts featuring dogs are popular. We reached out to top dog influencer accounts to learn more about them, their funny dog TikToks and the four-legged social media stars. Bunny the talking dog Have you ever wondered what your dog was thinking? Bunny, an Old English Sheepdog and Poodle mix, can tell you! Alexis Devine...
Woman Kicked By Wild Horse On Shackleford Banks After Getting Too Close
People who refuse to abide by the posted signs that clearly state to keep at least 50 feet away from wild horses will pay the price and put themselves in danger. Wild horses are unpredictable and do not respond well to humans invading their space. While they are beautiful and may appear tame, approaching one is dangerous and against the law. However, one woman visiting the Cape Lookout National Seashore approached a horse for a photo and the horse taught her a valuable yet painful lesson. Cape Lookout National Seashore posted on Facebook,...
Veterinarian Reunites Injured Dog With Owners After They Were Forced To Give Her Away
It was just before Christmas time and David and Sumey Hageman were settling into their new home with their new baby. It looked like it was going to be a great Christmas until tragedy struck. According to the Miami Herald, the couple’s 4-year-old Dachshund, Lola, became slipped a disc in her spine and became injured. Photo: Wikimedia Commons Because of the injury, Lola’s back legs were paralyzed and she needed emergency surgery if she was ever going to walk again. David and Sumey wanted Lola’s spine to be fixed, but they...
Young Seal Accidentally Breaks Into The House Of A Marine Biologist In New Zealand
What would you do if you go home one day and suddenly saw a pup that you don’t recall ever having adopted? Cute, if you think about it, I mean who doesn’t love puppies? But the pup I’m talking about is not the kind you’re probably thinking about right now; it’s actually an ocean puppy– a little young seal. PHOTO: Unsplash/Kerin Gedge The bizarre incident happened in a home in New Zealand. But how on earth could a seal break into a home? Apparently, the Ross family’s home is close to the shore, and it...
Woman Rescues Tiny Kitten Taken Away From His Mother Too Soon – A Feeling She Can Relate To
“Who rescued who” is a common phrase used by people who adopt an animal. Oftentimes, dogs or cats come into people’s lives at the moment they need them most. This is the case with Karen and a tiny Siamese kitten named Coco. Karen just lost her mother and had a hole in her heart that she didn’t think could be filled. Then fate stepped in, and she came across an ad on Craigslist about a kitten that just seemed off to her and she felt moved to investigate. Karen lives with her boyfriend, Dave, in a flat in London and they...
Take a look at the results of the Foster Plea Survey
In November 2021, Maddie’s Fund® launched and distributed the Foster Plea Survey. The Survey’s objective was to establish baseline data on how and when internal foster pleas are being sent to foster volunteers. Internal foster pleas are non-public queries to an organization’s existing foster base to acquire foster homes for specific pets or groups of pets. This survey did not collect information on pleas directed to the general public (external). Animal shelters and rescue organizations are interested in placing...
5 Ways Your Pup Can Benefit from Canine Massage Therapy
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...
Seal Tries To Play Fetch With A Dog On The Beach
It is long suspected that seals are just water dogs with flippers instead of paws. Now, there is video proof that seals really are water dogs. One surf photographer in Santa Cruz managed to capture some rather incredible footage of a dog and a seal becoming friends. Photo: Facebook/Gregg Levoy But besides them just becoming friends, they also engaged in a rather sweet game of fetch together. It’s no secret that dogs are quite friendly and like to enjoy life. It’s part of the reason why we love them so much. As it turns out, seals...
The Reason Cats Chirp at Birds and How You Can Help Satisfy Their Prey Drive
You’re sitting in your living room, reading a book or, more likely, scrolling through your phone to distract yourself from more important things. Suddenly, your cat jumps up, runs to the window, and makes sounds that can most accurately be described as “ekekekek.” You walk over and see this sound has been directed toward birds. What is this chattering or chirping, and why do our cats do it? There could be a few explanations. Reasons Your Cat Chirps at Birds When your cat sees something that would typically be prey, it...
What are Qualities of a High-Quality Small Dog Food?
At Freshpet, we recognize that our furry friends need diets that fully address their needs both on an individual and breed basis. This means that we need to select high-quality dog food recipes that are specifically formulated for our dogs based on their breed, size, age, and activity level. One thing that many pet parents do not realize about smaller dogs is that their foods have to be tailored to their needs, and these factors can go far beyond what most may consider. Below, we address just a few of the qualities of a great small dog food...
Outrage Over Faroe Islands Whale Slaughter Continues Despite Reduced Killing Quota
Over 1,423 white-sided dolphins were killed in the Faroe Islands on 2021, spurning outrage and protest, even among residents who once supported the practice. Bjarni Mikkelsen, a marine biologist from the Faroe Islands, told the BBC that 2021 saw the largest number of dolphins ever killed on one day in the Faroe Islands, breaking the previous record of 1,200 set in 1940. Images of the hunt have spread around the world on news sites and social media. Photo: Wikimedia Commons / EileenSandaFishing boats corral whales and dolphins in shallow...
Do Mixed Breeds Live Longer Than Purebred Dogs?
Most pet parents have likely heard the theory that mixed-breed dogs live longer and are healthier than purebred dogs. Do mixed-breed dogs live longer? While there’s some research supporting the theory that some mixed breeds could live longer, it’s not a simple answer. Dr. Annette Louviere, of Wisdom Panel pet DNA testing service, says that a recent study by the University of California, Davis and Wisdom Panel found that breeds with higher in-breeding require more veterinary care. It also found that after removing...
Early Detection and Treatment Is Vital for a Dog with Skin Cancer
Skin cancer in dogs is a serious and potentially fatal condition, especially if left untreated. The earlier a vet diagnoses your pup, the better the chances that treatment will be successful. Skin cancer in dogs can be difficult to spot, and dogs can’t tell you when something is wrong. Skin cancer in dogs can also be dangerous: it’s hard to detect, it grows quickly, and it can do major damage before you even know it’s there. The good news is that this disease isn’t as common in dogs as it is in people, and early...
Street Cat with Terminal Disease Finds Warm Home for Last Year of His Life
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 didn’t adopt Brian; Brian adopted me. I live in Thailand, a country famed for its sunshine, beaches and laidback lifestyle. It is also one of the street animal capitals of the world. When we moved into our new house, within a few days we noticed a dirty, oil-stained cat living under a car on the street outside our house. It didn’t take him long to notice us, either, and soon...
Pet Owner Makes Something Absolutely Adorable Out Of Their Cat’s Shedding
Do you own a pet who’s a heavy shedder? Dog and cat breeds that are notorious for shedding the most are Huskies, Golden Retrievers, Ragdolls, and Maine Coons are some examples. It’s an owner’s responsibility to help their pets with their grooming, pets who shed often should be brushed regularly. Daily brush sessions are even needed if you have a pet who’s undergoing a heavy shedding period. PHOTO: Unsplash/Jacalyn Beales Now what does one do when faced with this hairy situation? (Hey, I’d put some finger guns in...
