Dr. Lila Miller Shelter Medicine Day is July 10!
July 10 is Dr. Lila Miller Shelter Medicine Day. Dr. Miller is known for her trailblazing leadership and purposeful dedication to the field of veterinary shelter medicine. If you are one of the millions of people that have adopted a dog or cat over the last three decades, you have Dr. Miller to thank. Dr. Miller transformed the lives of countless pets, developing the first veterinarian-written guidelines for shelter animal care, which are now used in shelters across the country to ensure the humane treatment of shelter pets. She created and...
Groupon Profits Off Animal Exploitation By Keeping Roadside Zoos In Business
Groupon makes its money by bringing business to companies who in turn offer discounted deals to customers. Services companies like restaurants, gyms, and hotels can benefit from this relationship, but As Sentient Media reports, Groupon also partners with businesses that exploit wild animals for tourist entertainment and profit. Groupon has worked with some of the most infamous wildlife exploiters in the United States, including the Garold Wayne Interactive Zoological Park (G.W. Exotic), the facility owned by “Tiger King” Joe...
A Sick and Swollen Stray Dog Fainted in Front of a Convenience Store
A poor dog was a sad sight in front of a convenience store — all sick and swollen. The stray dog seemed like she was only taking a good nap on the pavement, but it turns out she had already fainted. According to a video from AnimalSTEP official, the dog fainted due to sickness and exhaustion. Her face was severely swollen — a sign of infection, and as seen on the video, she was having difficulty breathing. Based on reports, the female dog might have been hit by something. Photo: Youtube/AnimalSTEP Official Thankfully, a good...
Stray Puppy with Crooked Leg Rescued, Doesn’t Let That Leg Get in Her Way
This story was submitted as part of the Fur-tastic Scrapbook contest. Winners will receive $500, plus $2,000 in cash and supplies for their favorite rescue. Submissions are being accepted through July 13. To share your story, click here! I rescued Breik when she was a tiny baby. She was running loose in a prominent part of Louisville, Kentucky, when animal control picked her up. The ACOs called me personally since I was a K9 Officer and very familiar with the Belgian Malinois breed. PHOTO: JULIE SCHMIDT Breik was a skinny puppy with a crooked...
Why Are Cats Terrified Of Cucumbers?
Cats may seem fierce and aloof, ready to take on the world and conquer their enemies – until a cucumber appears. If you’ve ever had a cat in your life, you likely know about the cucumber trick. You slide a cucumber behind your cat while they’re occupied and when they finally notice it, they freak out! Many people have taken to social media to share about their “cats versus cucumbers” and it’s made many people curious: Why are cats so terrified of the green fruit? Photo: Wikimedia Commons According to ABC...
Rescued Dogs Will Finally Taste Freedom After Flying To Safety For Independence Day
On July 4, we celebrate America’s independence and all the rights we hold dear. But life and liberty are also important for animals, especially for shelter pets hoping someone will adopt them. This is particularly true in the South, where shelter overcrowding leaves animals at risk of euthanasia. Not only are homeless pets forced to spend their days in crowded, noisy kennels, but they also risk their lives with each passing day they await forever homes. Photo: Pixabay In honor of Independence Day–and to celebrate The Animal Rescue...
How to Trim Dog Nails
How often should I trim my dog’s nails? Dog’s nails should be trimmed every three to four weeks, regardless of the dog’s breed, size or nail color. You can either use nail clippers like the guillotine clippers on the right or a Dremmel tool to grind the nail. © Melissa Kauffman Tools for trimming dog nails at home: You’ll need the following tools to trip nails at home. You can get these at a dog retail store or online at Chewy or Amazon. Will trimming my dog’s nails hurt him? Yes, if you trim the quick. The...
Bear Cub With Head Stuck In Plastic Jug Rescued Just In Time In Connecticut
Connecticut is home to over 1,200 black bear who are naturally curious animals. They will sniff and poke their heads into empty containers in search of food – which can lead to a dangerous situation. DEEP Wildlife biologists immediately responded to a report of a bear cub spotted with its head stuck in a tight plastic jug. Connecticut Fish and Wildlife shared the rescue story and wrote, “Given the warm weather and tight fit of the container, it was important to try and free the cub quickly.” Screenshot: Facebook/Connecticut...
A Golden Retriever was Given the Title “Best Nanny” in an Adorable Instagram Reel
Golden retrievers are considered one of the best family dog breeds you can adopt. Their gentle and friendly personalities make them excellent companions at home. Goldies are also intelligent dogs, so they are easy to train and quick to learn many tricks. Photos and videos of golden retrievers are one of the most shared content on the internet. Even on social media, pet accounts for goldies have many followers, and a lot of them are internet famous. The sweet golden retriever is truly a gift to humanity. A California family is lucky to have a...
Proposed Bill Would Eliminate Breed Discrimination In Public Housing
It is an unfortunate fact that stereotypes and unscientific assumptions about dog breeds can lead to discriminatory policies. This misinformation makes it so some breeds are more likely to get adopted than others, while property owners and local governments take these false impressions as reason to ban breeds like pit bulls and Rottweilers from being owned by tenants, according to the Humane Society of the United States. The Pets Belong With Families Act (H.R.5828) would eliminate dog breed restrictions in public housing. Assumptions about...
Scared and Skittish Dog Transforms, Now Asks Strangers to Pet Him
This story was submitted as part of the Fur-tastic Scrapbook contest. Winners will receive $500, plus $2,000 in cash and supplies for their favorite rescue. Submissions are being accepted through July 13. To share your story, click here! I rescued Arctic one year ago through Wisconsin Adopt a Golden Retriever. He came to me shy, scared, and skittish because he had been abused and most likely abandoned. He wouldn’t let anyone touch him, he wasn’t socialized with other dogs or people, and he didn’t know how to play with toys....
Dog Adopted with ‘Only Days to Live,’ Now He’s a Thriving Senior
This story was submitted as part of the Fur-tastic Scrapbook contest. Winners will receive $500, plus $2,000 in cash and supplies for their favorite rescue. Submissions are being accepted through July 13. To share your story, click here! Wilson was found wandering, and I was asked to take him in. The shelter thought he only had a few days left. He was lethargic and frail, but very sweet considering life didn’t look like it had been kind to him. He is missing his lower jaw, as well. PHOTO: JOANNE MUSCATO I gave him love, snuggles, good...
5 Kits, Infographics, and Tools to Get More Lost Pets Back Home to Their Families
July 4th has come and gone—and now it’s time to get those lost pets in your kennels back home to their worried families. We’ve rounded up these five kits, infographics, and tools, to help you do just that! 1. HASS x HeARTs Speak Lost Pet Reunification Communications Kit Human Animal Support Services and HeARTs Speak have joined up to create a series of communications kits to help you talk to your community about the critical ways that you are supporting people and pets—including your pet reunification efforts. The lost...
Senior Shelter Dog Seeks Loving Home With Family Who Enjoys Going To The Beach
Amber, a 10-year-old retriever/shepherd mix, arrived at Flagler Humane Society in Palm Coast, Florida, after her elderly owner could no longer care for her. She still has so much love to give if someone will give her the chance. Adopters should not be deterred by her gray muzzle as she still loves to go for walks and one of her favorite places is the beach. While not a requirement, she would love to find a family who enjoys playing in the sand and splashing in the water as much as she does. The sweet girl loves everyone she meets including...
Join us for weekly Community Conversations, now on Monday!
Last month, we asked for your input regarding the combining of two weekly Zoom calls: Shelter and Rescue Support and Animal Welfare Leadership Roundup. Our new day and time are here! Join us on Mondays starting on July 18 at 11AM PT/2PM ET for Community Conversations, an hour long call for animal well-being professionals. The calls are geared for executive directors, animal well-being leaders, shelter workers, pet support professionals, volunteers, and rescue organizations. (Please note that the bi-weekly calls are now over.) Along with...
A Fun-Loving Dog Grows Up into a Human Tackler
Dogs are considered babies even when they are fully grown up. It makes dog parents proud to witness their healthy growth and show their different sides. Most dogs are playful, energetic, and social, while others are sweet, gentle, and often timid. They slowly show those personalities as they grow up, like living with another human. You know their quirks, favorite things, and what scares them the most. Having dogs around the house is an experience that is both informative and life-changing. Living with a dog at home can make you realize that...
What Happens When a Dog Eats a Walnut?
Lounging in your living room with your dog has got to be one of the reasons why comfort can be found at home. It’s nice to have your beloved pet beside you while watching television or reading a book. Indulging yourself in movies or television series won’t be complete without food. You pick popcorn, chips, nuts, or ice cream — whatever snack makes the experience more relaxing. However, you must be careful when eating food when your dog is around. They might attempt to take a bite or taste the portion of food that fell on the...
Dog Left At The Shelter For 5 Years Finally Finds A Place To Call Home
Imagine spending almost five years of your life living in an animal shelter? Sounds pretty bleak, right? Sadly, for Baby Girl, that is how she spent her life: waiting for a forever home to finally adopt her. Luckily for Baby Girl, her time finally came and she was adopted! It was a big day for her, and the sweet pooch could not stop smiling that day that her adoption came, as you can see in the photos shared on Facebook: www.facebook.com/capitalhumanesociety/posts/pfbid0EjYyt5FfbrjFiKbEFJWgMv8KLsNxpeu2GbGafFhPRW11u24QTfBpsoHjLYYRzpDSl The...
Why a keto diet is a good choice for your dog
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...
Community Nurses Bear Cub Back To Health After He Was Found Malnourished & Alone
A tiny bear cub was found tired, malnourished and depressed after losing his mother somewhere in the wild in Van, Turkey. Thankfully, members of the community spotted the cub and immediately alerted authorities. The baby bear, who is now named Hacuvan, was transferred to Yuzuncu Yil University Wildlife Protection and Rehabilitation Center for care and treatment. When he arrived, he was so weak from not getting any food or care from a mother. Workers at the center searched for days for his mother so they could send the baby bear back into the...
