This Dog Does Everything Her Mom Does
When it comes to the love we have for dogs, I think we each have our own reason why they hold such a special place in our hearts. In many cases, it’s just the simple fact that they are there for us, day after day and they are among the most loyal creatures on the face of the earth. The loyalty that a dog shows extends far beyond the fact that they greet us when we come home and sit by us when we are having a hard day. They also aim to please, and that fact is seen in a beautiful way with Ali. Photo: YouTube/The Dodo Ali was adopted by...
Paralyzed Dog Abandoned By Owner When She Can No Longer Hunt
We sometimes hear about dogs that are abandoned and they go through such a difficult time that they almost lose hope. In many cases, if they are given the proper TLC from caring individuals, they may come to have a good, long, and happy life. One dog that was abandoned and certainly needed some TLC was Avellana. Like many dogs of her breed, she suffered at the hands of her owner, who was a hunter. Photo: YouTube/The Dodo When Avellana was no longer able to hunt any longer because she was paralyzed, she was abandoned by her owner in Spain....
Meet The World’s Most Expensive Pet Fish That’s Worth Up To $300,000
Fish are popular pets and they’re often viewed as easy, accessible pets with a low price tag. Some people get really into building out elaborate aquariums, but others are content with a small goldfish from the fair or a pet store. Even people who are really into fish and home aquariums would rightfully balk at the price tag of one of the world’s most expensive fish. With a price tag of up to $300,000, it’s no wonder that the Asian Arowana is a rare addition as a family pet! Photo: Wikimedia Commons According to IFLScience,...
Vet Issues Warning After Puppy Dies From A Kiddie Pool
A veterinarian has issued a grave warning to dog parents everywhere after an 18-month-old canine died from playing in a kiddie pool. With temperatures rising, many pet parents are looking for ways to keep their dogs cool and have fun in the sun and they’re turning to water to do so. Many people head to lakes, rivers, beaches, or pools to enjoy the summer months, and oftentimes, they’re accompanied by their furry canine friends. Allowing your pup to enjoy the water is great, but it’s important to know the warning signs of...
Rescue Dog ‘Mocks’ Owner With A Broken Ankle
Some dogs have a good sense of humor, like Rico the rescue pup. Rico joined Ashely Hall’s family as a foster puppy, but he quickly won over Ashley’s heart and it wasn’t long before she officially adopted him! That was back when he was a tiny puppy, nearly four years ago! Rico has been living his best life with Hall, and he’s grown quite comfortable with his adopted family. In fact, he even mocks his rescue mama from time to time! Recently, Ashley (@ash_laughs31) unfornatuely broke her ankle and had to start wearing a...
Guilty Dog Doesn’t Want To Come When Her Owner Calls
Much like humans, some dogs wear their hearts on their sleeves. They might struggle to hide their emotions and when they do something naughty or mischievous, it’s all too easy to tell. If you’ve ever walked in one a dog who tore apart the trash and watched its head hang and its tail fall between its legs, you know exactly what we mean. A woman in Barcelona has learned to recognize her pup’s tell-tale guilty look, but it’s not just the way her dog stands, it’s the way she walks that gives it away! Photo:...
How To Make A DIY ‘Thundershirt’ For Dogs During The Fourth Of July
With the fourth of July right around the corner, many pet parents are starting to plan for the event and think of ways to keep their canine friends calm and relaxed during the fireworks. Many dogs suffer anxiety when exposed to loud sounds like fireworks, gunshots, and thunderstorms, while other dogs suffer anxiety on a more regular basis like when their owners leave for work. Either way, pet parents want their furry friends to stay calm and stress-free, but it can be hard to know what will work without seeking a veterinarian’s advice...
47 Cats Are Rescued From Sweltering Hot Car At Rest Stop
47 cats were rescued from “extreme heat and unsanitary conditions” in a car that was parked at a rest stop in Harris, Minnesota. Agents from the Animal Humane Society quickly arrived on scene to remove the cats from the hot car after they were contacted by the Chisago County Sheriff’s Office and Minnesota State Patrol officers. Photo: YouTube/KHOU 11 Authorities were notified of the cats from concerned citizens who witnessed the situation at the Goose Creek rest stop. Temperatures soared to the high 90s, which meant the...
Dams On the Amazon Are Driving Freshwater Dolphins Extinct
More than 400 hydroelectric dams are in operation, being built, or planned for the Amazon river’s headwaters and basin, The Guardian reports. These tropical dams disrupt water flow and nutrient deposition, with negative consequences for aquatic animals, especially migratory species like dolphins. According to the World Wildlife Fund, as dams are constructed, the dynamite and noise can harm river dolphins. Once the dam is up, increased boat traffic can lead to more injuries and deaths from collisions. Two freshwater species: the Amazon...
Woman Wins a Cow’s Heart Through a Song
Music can influence people and animals effectively — it’s the right language to use when all else fails. Songs can touch and soften someone’s heart. For animals who have undergone trauma, you can use music to slowly put down their guard — a very powerful tool to break their wall of distrust and fear. A member of a nonprofit organization, Freedom Farm Sanctuary, used music to win over a tiny rescue cow. Shani Allouche was determined to build a relationship with Nir, but the cow prefers to stay away from humans. Photo:...
Dog Hiccups and Ways to Stop Them
If you are a first-time dog parent, you have a lot to study about — in case something unfamiliar happens one day. Dog hiccups are one of those body reactions that may seem troubling but are actually not. It’s as normal as human hiccups. Your dog may produce “hic” sounds because of diaphragmatic irritations. When the diaphragm is irritated, it causes small spasms that make light movements in the opening between the vocal cords. It is called the glottis, and once it closes, produces the hiccup sound. Photo:...
Landlord Pays for Medical Care and Waives Pet Deposit When Tenant Falls in Love with Two Strays
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 was always a dog person, and at the time, it had been a few years since I’d last had a dog. I went on, never having any real plans to get another pet, until one spring day, I was called outside. We lived in a row of duplexes with one massive, shared back yard. I soon spotted two seemingly adult ginger tabbies huddled together, hiding near our neighbor’s back patio. CATS....
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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...
A Sweet Rescue Dog Waits for Her Dad to Come Home by Staying in the Driveway
A lot of people can attest to the fact that dogs are one of the sweetest and most loyal beings in the world. They have these qualities that made them earn the title “man’s best friend” — dogs are indeed great companions. You can never doubt their capability to protect the ones they love. Canines are proof that animals can feel emotions and they can express them. They symbolize love and care — with their cute button noses, paws, and fluffy fur. Even in pop culture, dogs are portrayed as humans’ fun and...
Seriously Ill Orphaned Kittens Rescued From Woodpile
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! It was the beginning of October, and my wife and I just had taken in a stray we’d been feeding all summer. That’s another story. We had started volunteering for a nonprofit organization earlier that year, and our coordinator had just gotten a phone call. CAT. PHOTO: PIXABAY / LYNN GREYLING There was a litter of four kittens, who were born outside, and this person found them in...
What is Heterochromia in Dogs?
What does it mean when a dog has two-colored eyes? Are you the proud pet parent of a dog with two different colored eyes? You may think this is super cool, or super weird. And it’s probably a bit of both. But don’t worry, your dog is not alone. There are many dog breeds who are prone to this condition, and it’s called heterochromia. What is heterochromia in dogs? Heterochromia is the official term for dogs with two different colored eyes. In fact, this not only happens in dogs, but it can also occur in cats, horses,...
What Dog Owners Should Know About Dognapping
Two million dogs are stolen each year and about 10% are returned home, according to Petfinder.com. We call this dognapping — the crime of taking a dog from his owner, derived from the term kidnapping. Throughout the world, pets are stolen for a variety of reasons, like being resold as a companion pet, to collecting rewards from distressed owners or for fighting in dogfights, just to name a few. In the last two and half years, there has been an increase in dog thefts in order to make quick money by criminals looking to take advantage of...
Eagle Adopts Baby Red-Tailed Hawk After Snatching It From Nest For Dinner
Pam McCartney, a volunteer with the Nanaimo, B.C. wildlife organization GROWLS, was watching a livestream of a hawk’s nest being attacked by eagles when she saw something incredibly rare. One of the eagles grabbed a baby hawk from the nest, likely intending to eat the bird or feed it to its own eaglet. Moments later, the larger predator had taken the baby red-tailed hawk under its wing, quite literally. An eagle on Gabriola Island captured and adopted a baby hawk. “This bird likely came from a red-tailed hawk nest that was preyed...
Trumpet The Bloodhound Wins “Best In Show” At Westminster Dog Show
For the first time in the history of the Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show a bloodhound has been named “Best in Show”. While the prestigious dog show is traditionally held at New York City’s Madison Square Garden, this year’s show took place at Lyndhurst Mansion, a National Historic Landmark in Tarrytown, New York. The 146th Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show started on Saturday and concluded on Wednesday evening. After some serious competition and tough decisions, the top breed in each of the seven groups (Sporting,...
