Maddie’s® Candid Conversation with with José Ocaño
Don’t miss the next episode of Maddie’s® Candid Conversation with with José Ocaño, Senior Director of People and Culture, Best Friends Animal Society on September 27, 2022 12p PT/ 3p ET! From a very early age, José learned to care for animals thanks to his mom who instilled a love of living things and helping people. Growing up in Barrio Anita in Tucson, AZ gave José the grit, tenacity and life skills he would later need to work in some of the most challenging ecosystems. But just like the people...
Puppy Narrowly Escapes Life of Abuse Thanks to the Woman Who Agreed to Take Her In
There are numerous cases of dogs being victims of animal abuse due to human rage. Even if those dogs never harmed them in any way, those humans just use them as an emotional dump. It’s saddening that some canines couldn’t find a way to escape such an abusive household. These animals are fortunate if their abuser is reported or if they can escape. For Luna, she was able to find a new family with the help of two women. Photo: Youtube/GeoBeats Animals Luna’s current mom wasn’t her first family, and she would have been a...
A Special Needs Duck Was Neglected as a Duckling, But Then the Right Person Found Him
It’s always a sad scene when an animal gets ignored in a store while others are getting adopted. Films and television series have made countless versions of this scene — whether it’s a dog, cat, bird, etc. In real life, animals getting left out truly happens, especially when they are deemed different, sickly, or “not cute” by a person’s standards. But luckily for one duck, although he was ignored multiple times, the right person arrived at the perfect time. Photo: Youtube/GeoBeats Animals Who would’ve...
Men Rescue Wolf Trapped In A Barbed Wire Fence
When a wolf became trapped in a barbed wire fence, things were looking grim for him. The wolf’s leg was trapped toward the top of the fence, so his body was hanging down leaving him helpless to predators like humans or to the elements. Photo: YouTube/mrjasonoldfield When three men drove by and spotted the wolf, they could’ve kept going and left it to fate but instead, they made a compassionate choice: They decided to free the wolf. With one man filming, another hesitantly approached the fence with some pliers and began working to...
Professional Farrier Shares How To Hold A Horse So It Won’t Kick You
Horses often form special bonds with people and are used in sports, work, and even therapy! Though many people love horses for their unique personalities and hearts, owning one takes a lot of hard work and resources. Horses need space to move around, trailers for transportation, physical and emotional stimulation, and proper grooming, which includes hoof care. Photo: Wikimedia Commons Because of their size and how they’re larger than humans, taking care of a horse can pose challenges compared to smaller animals. Even agreeable horses...
Every Dog Parent Needs To Know About This New Style Of “Smart Vacuum”
It seems as if our homes are getting smarter and smarter every day. We have smart technology everywhere, from the front door to the bedroom and it is only getting more interesting as it gets smarter. One type of smart technology that we may appreciate having is a smart vacuum. These vacuums dock themselves and as we go about our day-to-day lives, they are busy sweeping up the floor and making sure that there is nothing left behind. Photo: Wikimedia Commons If you happen to have one of these smart vacuums in your life, then you already...
Meet Cricket — The Most Adorable ‘Gremlin’ On Instagram
When people meet Cricket “the Gremlin” for the first time, they usually have one of two reactions. “Usually we get the ‘Oh my god she’s so ugly, she’s cute,’” says owner Kymi Aeschliman. “Or some people will just look on in horror because they think something terrible has happened to her when obviously it hasn’t. She’s had the most princess life ever.” Aeschliman admits, she’s never seen a hairless chihuahua where she lives in western Washington, so Cricket’s...
The Rarest Bird In North America Could Make A Comeback With Some Much-Needed Help
Florida originally had eight different sparrows, living among tall grasses in dry prairies and swampy marshes from Central Florida to the Southern Everglades. Weakened by natural habitat loss from over development of Florida’s Dry Prairie Ecosystem, the song of these birds may soon go silent. As the Miami Herald reports, grasshopper sparrows are considered North America’s rarest bird, and there are now less than 40 nesting pairs left in the wild. Photo: Wikimedia Commons / Mary PetersonThe Florida Grasshopper Sparrow is the rarest...
Tips for Better Dog Walks
Do you have to spell out W-A-L-K to avoid your pup bouncing off the walls? Then it’s probably safe to say that going for a walk is the best part of your dog’s day! To take this daily treat to the next level, take a look at our top seven tips for better dog walks. Use a head halter to stop pulling If your dog pulls excessively on their leash, perhaps to the point that they’re injuring you or themselves, rest assured that you’re not alone. Excessive leash pulling is a common issue that has an easy solution: Head halters....
Animal Reiki: The benefits for your pet
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...
Dining and Travel Tips from Dog Influencer Popeye the Foodie Dog
Popeye, a 9-year-old mixed breed dog, had a ruff start as a stray puppy in Los Angeles. Now, the formerly homeless dog is a full-on dog influencer, best known on social media for dining at dog-friendly restaurants and checking into dog-friendly hotels, too. Popeye’s superpower? His restraint for food. “He just sits there and people watches,” says dog mom Ivy Diep, of the photos she snaps of Popeye in front of tables covered in a variety of typically slobber-worthy food options. Together, they’ve gained hundreds of...
This Fox Sounds Like a Fax Machine and Expresses Jealousy in the Most Adorable Way
Dogs, regardless of their origin, are all equally adorable and great companions. Even wild foxes can melt your heart with their quirky personalities. Although always deemed mysterious creatures, they surely have an endearing side that makes them more interesting. Foxes can be as loving as domesticated canines, especially when you treat them with genuine care. Like Nicole and Reef from Pawsitive Beginnings, you can build friendships with them. Photo: Youtube/GeoBeats Animals Nicole Navarro established her wildlife sanctuary in 2020. She grew...
Maddie’s Weekly Roundup: National Shelter Survey, Return to Home ideas, and more!
Happy Monday! Below is a brief roundup of resources added over the past week. 2 Return to Home ideas to start using nowWe’re halfway through the Return To Home Challenge Huddles and are excited for all the different ideas and tips shared so far! Two ideas that you can start using right now were shared during the first huddle with Bobby Mann, Human Rescue Alliance, and Adan Parra, El Paso Animal Services. The first tip is to… Learn More The August Weekly Community Conversations grant giveaway winners are…Another...
Fans Are Excited About Dolly Parton’s Newly Launched Business, The “Doggy Parton” Clothing Line
Dressing up your dogs has got to be one of the most fun experiences for a pet parent. You can even wear matching clothes and stroll around the park or the mall. This is so much fun if you are a fashion enthusiast. Brands and small businesses have released their lines of pet clothes — from hats to shoes. There are so many collections of costumes your dog can wear for different occasions. You can find Halloween, Christmas, Fourth of July outfits, and more. Photo: Pexels/Skylar Kang Aside from holidays, you can adorn your dog with...
Missing Cat Rings Her Family’s Doorbell Weeks Later, Frantically Meows To Be Let In
Stefanie Whitley and her family were extremely worried when their eight-year-old cat, Lilly, wandered off in their Mastic Beach, New York neighborhood and never came back. Lilly, who acts more like a dog than a cat, always stayed by Whitley’s side, even when she went for walks. So her not returning home was very unlike her. Two weeks later, around 10 at night, the family received an alert to their phones while they were watching television. Photo: YouTube/KHOU 11 The alert was from their doorbell camera at the front door. They all...
100-Pound Beagle Rescued From Abusive Home Loses 20 Pounds, Gains A New Life & Family
A Beagle, originally named Rolo, was rescued from a neglectful situation at a home in Muskegon County, Michigan, and ended up at Pound Buddies Animal Shelter. When he was rescued, he was extremely overweight, weighing nearly 100 pounds. He has since been adopted by a couple, Michael and Karen Steinhelper, who have made it their mission to get him back to a healthy state. “When we got there, he just had the look in his eyes and he was just so loving and cute and handsome,” Karen told 13 On Your Side. “We wanted to help...
Family Tearfully Reunites With Their Dog 5 Years After She Was Stolen From Their Yard
Five years ago, a Texas family was left heartbroken after their beloved German Shepherd was stolen right from their property. When Stephanie Malmstrom checked her home surveillance footage, she couldn’t believe her eyes when she saw a white truck pull up, grab their dog, Sheba, and drive off. Photo: YouTube/Inside Edition They searched everywhere for her, night and day, but to no avail. As time went on, their family feared they would never see their furry best friend again. But years later, out of the blue, Malmstrom received a text...
Blind Dog Rescued From Euthanasia Saves Girl From Drowning
A blind dog saved a teen girl from drowning after he was rescued from a shelter and given a second chance at life. The yellow labrador retriever named Norman was dropped off at the shelter back in 1993. Photo: YouTube/Questar Entertainment According to Questar Entertainment, Norman was abandoned by his original owners as a puppy and was scheduled to be euthanized. Thankfully, a family came to his rescue and adopted him the day before he was going to be put to sleep. According to Medium, Annette McDonald of Seaside, Oregon saw Norman in the...
Stray Dog Kissed By Betty White Finds A Place To Call Home
A stray dog living on his own was given a second chance at life thanks to rescuers with Hope For Paws. When the animal rescue received a call about a stray dog living in an abandoned lot, they immediately dispatched rescuers to the scene. Photo: YouTube/Hope For Paws Official Rescue Channel According to a release from Hope For Paws, rescuers were able to quickly locate the dog, but their work didn’t end there. The poor pup was so spooked that he kept running away. The rescuers set up a net, but the pup slipped through it. Eventually,...
Turtle Drives Around On Hot Wheels While Owner Cleans His Pool
It’s commonly thought that turtles move slowly. It’s a stereotype that generally holds up, but not with Sergio the turtle. Sergio lives with his owner, Kenny James, and on his own, he moves like a typical turtle – slowly. Photo: TikTok/@kenny_james16 However, Kenny was able to fit Sergio with a special Hot Wheels car so Sergio can zoom around the house on wheels! Kenny used Silly Putty to stick the little toy car to the bottom of Sergio’s shell and Sergio simply uses his legs to push off the ground and the wheels to do...
