The Life Of Three Barn Cats On A Goat Farm In Maine
Life as a cat can be spoiled and pampered for indoor cats, and rough and challenging for outdoor cats. There’s some debate among cat owners about which kind of life is better for their felines, but it seems that barn cats may have the best of both worlds. They can prowl the great outdoors, but enjoy the comforts of having a place to sleep, food in their bellies, and a family that loves them. Photo: YouTube/Sunflower Farm Creamery Sunflower Farm Creamery in Cumberland, Maine shared a day-in-the-life of their three barn cats and...
Sick Rescue Dog Finds A New Family Across The World
Pete the rescue dog had a rough start to life, but all that was about to change thanks to Bali Paws. Desi with Bali Paws was out driving around when she spotted Pete outside in a yard. She was shocked by the condition he was in and got out to investigate. While it’s not uncommon to see street dogs in Bali, Pete actually had a home and an owner – just not the home and owner he needed. Photo: Facebook/The Dodo Desi spoke with Pete’s family and they offered up his story, explaining that he got sick as a puppy so they put him in...
Cheetah And Dog Meet As Babies And Become BFFs For Life
When Ruuxa the cub was just a few months old, staff at the San Diego Zoo Safari Park realized there was something different about him. After running some tests, they discovered he suffered from a rare genetic condition that impacted the way he could walk and run. While that could’ve been the end for him in the wild, the staff were determined to give him the best life possible so they got him set up with surgeries and special care. Photo: YouTube/San Diego Zoo Safari Park They also wanted Ruuxa to have a friend, someone that was like...
Dr. Aziza’s Ultimate Guide to Dog Poop
Let’s face it, poop is gross. Although there is nothing appealing about feces, as a pet owner it is important to keep an eye on your dog’s poop since it can often be a stinky clue to your dog’s health. To help you know what to look out for, and whether it’s time to call the vet, I’ve put together the ultimate guide to dog poop. Confirmation of bowel movement: This may seem obvious, but it is important to know that your dog is, in fact, pooping and how often. If there is no poop, that could be due to your dog not...
Are Dog Anxiety Medications Right For Your Dog?
Have you ever wondered if your dog needed anxiety medication? Just like people can experience debilitating anxiety and need professional support, the same is true for dogs. Anxiety medication prescribed by your dog’s veterinarian can be used to treat a variety of canine anxiety conditions from daily anxiety to situational anxiety, such as thunderstorms or fireworks. When used properly under the guidance of a veterinarian or veterinary behaviorist, and in conjunction with behavioral modification training, anxiety medication can...
A Rose Gold Best Friend Set Is a Must for Moms and Pampered Pups
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With pets.findhelp.com, Pet Support Is Just A Click Away!
Simply enter your zip code, then search pets.findhelp.com for whatever pet services you’re interested in, from pet food pantries and training, to veterinary care, and more. An exciting new tool launched live this month: pets.findhelp.com. Think Yelp for free and low cost pet support services. Pet support is just a click away! This platform changes the game for struggling pet owners, who may have thought their only option was to give up a loved pet to a shelter. Human Animal Support Services created this free, first-of-its-kind platform...
Register now for the Return to Home Challenge!
Have you registered for the Return to Home Challenge yet? The application period ends Monday, August 1. At its core, the Return to Home Challenge is simple. Find a pet? Get it home. That home might be a cozy apartment, a house with a big yard or, if you’re a community cat, an abandoned lot. And as if returning a dog or cat to its human isn’t reward enough, there’s $300,000 available in grant prizes. For the month of October, 17 national organizations are inviting animal shelters and rescue organizations who handle...
A Guy Fosters One Cat which Led to Unexpected Changes at Home
Animals can bring positive changes in a person’s life — humankind is blessed with their existence. This is the common denominator of most pet owners. The pets they adopted have changed their life and saved them from sadness. It’s one of the main reasons why some people suddenly turn into pet lovers. Once they experience the love and joy of living with a pet, you’ll just find yourself hooked. Abdul was one of those people who had gone through the same changes. He was not a cat person — he didn’t even grow up...
PG Animal Shelter is Under Fire for Euthanizing a Rescue Dog
Animal welfare advocates were alarmed by the actions of the PG animal shelter concerning a six-year-old rescue dog. According to reports, the animal shelter euthanized George even though he was microchipped. A rescue group was responsible for George, but the animal shelter did not contact them. The animal service workers were investigated for killing the hound. Photo: Youtube/WUSA9 An anonymous dog rescuer posted the story of George on Facebook in the page named, George the Amazing Hound. Apparently, George was surrendered to the rescue...
A Man Just Wanted To Spend His Birthday With His Mom But Things Didn’t Quite Work Out His Way
Can’t a guy just celebrate his birthday with his mom in peace? A man from Arizona planned a trip to El Paso, Texas to celebrate his 54th birthday with his mom and things didn’t quite go the way he wanted it to. PHOTO: Unsplash/Anderson Schmig Mario Castro was on his way to his mother’s house when his trip took a turn for the worse. “I called my mom, I told her I’m just an hour and a half away. I’ll be right there,” Castro said in an interview. But Castro didn’t make it to his mom’s house....
Golden Retriever Side-Eyes The Family’s New Baby
When a new baby is welcomed home, the family dynamic can totally shift. For families who have pets, bringing a baby home can either be really exciting or really nerve-wracking. Some dogs are eager to act as guardians of their baby brothers and sisters, while others are jealous of the attention the new baby gets. Photo: Facebook/The Dodo A golden retriever named Bear definitely falls into the latter category, but his baby sister was doing her best to win him over. When Winter came into the family, Bear wasn’t sure what to think....
Mother Squirrel Goes Apartment Hunting in the French Country
Starting a new life gives that exciting feeling which will push you to create changes. Some people make changes in life by finding a new place to live and collecting memories. For an expecting female squirrel, the first goal on her list is to find the coziest place for her babies. This squirrel was found by residents of an apartment in Paris, and they documented the French squirrel’s daily progress in building her nest. Photo: Youtube/TheDodo The squirrel was on her nesting stage when she came upon the apartment. Nesting is a maternal...
Corgi Steals The Show At Chicago Music Festival
While some people might attend a music festival for the venue, artists, or party of it all, those attending the Wicker Park Fest have an alternative motive: an adorable corgi! The corgi ended up stealing the show at the 2022 Wicker Park Fest, an annual music festival in Chicago. The corgi’s owner was inside a building overlooking the festival and every time he held the dog up to the window, the crowd cheered. Photo: Reddit/u/Tabenes Photo: Reddit/u/Tabenes Everyone got quiet when the dog was taken from the window, but when he was lifted...
New Initiative Pushes For Employers To Offer ‘Compassionate Leave’ To People When Their Pets Die
Losing a pet can be incredibly challenging. They become a part of the family and when they pass away, it’s like losing a family member or loved one. Despite the heavy grief many pet owners face after the death of a dog, cat, or other pet, they’re often expected to carry on as usual. Many jobs allow for leave related to the loss of a loved one, but that leave rarely extends to pets. However, the grief we experience can be just as deep. Photo: Max Pixel To change this, Dogs Trust Ireland has started the Not Just a Dog initiative to...
University Offers Free Week-Long ‘Shark Camp’ To Disadvantaged High School Students
The University of Rhode Island is offering a shark camp that’s free of charge to high school students from disadvantaged communities. The week-long camp gives the students a chance to learn about the world of marine biology in a way that they otherwise may never get to experience. Photo: YouTube/TODAY Professor Brad Wetherbee, a professor in the Department of Biological Sciences at the University of Rhode Island, founded the camp in 2018. Not only does it introduce kids to interesting fish, but also to the possibilities of a university...
Scientific Institute Labels Cats As An ‘Invasive Alien Species’
House cats are generally thought of as pets, but they’ve gained a new classification in the scientific community as being invasive alien species. According to the Associated Press, the Polish Academy of Sciences has officially classified cats as an “invasive alien species,” much to the public’s dismay. The classification was published in the academy’s Institute of Nature Conservation database, which contains the classifications of over 1,786 species. Photo: Unsplash/Zeke Tucker The decision was met with public...
Bad Breath: What are the underlying causes, and what to do about it?
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 Do You Clean Cat Pee on the Couch?
Cats are low-maintenance pets, but there are certain things that you still need to look out for. You have to take in mind that your newly adopted cat is not yet potty trained. Cats might pee anywhere, leaving stains and a strong foul odor. Also, if they urinate on fabric, the smell won’t be easily removed. Your furniture and soft furnishings are a target for potty — prepare to remedy the situation even before you adopt a cat. Photo: Pixabay/jessicahuneault Successfully potty training your cat does not happen overnight. Kittens...
Whale Sharks Eat Their Greens, Making Them the World’s Largest Omnivores
There are some pretty sizable sharks out there, from the great white to the tiger. The biggest, though, is the whale shark, which can grow as long as 65 feet. Turns out they’re not just the biggest sharks, though. A new study shows they’re also the largest omnivores. Researchers studying whale sharks in the Ningaloo Reef of Western Australia discovered something interesting about the species’ diet. Though they’re known for being filter feeders that take in large amounts of krill, tissue samples from whales in the reef...
