Norway Bans Bulldog and Cavalier Breeding
Jackie Brown Pet expert Jackie Brown has spent 20 years following her passion for animals as a writer and editor in the pet publishing industry. She is contributing writer for National Geographic’s Complete Guide to Pet Health, Behavior, and Happiness: The Veterinarian’s Approach to At-Home Animal Care (April 2019) and author of the book It’s Raining Cats and Dogs: Making Sense of Animal Phrases (Lumina Press, 2006). Jackie is a regular contributor to pet and veterinary industry media and is the former editor of numerous pet...
Enjoy one of these 7 online summer apprenticeships
Kick summer off right with one of these seven online apprenticeships. Learn all about ringworm, foster field trips or lost pet reunification. Each apprenticeship is four weeks long and is made up of a combination of self-paced learning and four 90-minute weekly Zoom meetings with your instructor. Read on to learn more about the apprenticeships and mark your calendar for the May 16-20 application window. Seats are limited, so don’t miss out! 48 Hour Assistance: Lost Pet ReunificationTypically, pets don’t wander too far from home,...
A Picky Senior Horse Finally Found the Perfect Mare to Love and Share His Ranch Life With
A giant senior horse from Colby’s Rescue Crew is having the time of his life — he has beers during every meal and a personal massage gun. Anyone would feel jealous of how comfortable Big John’s ranch life is. The senior horse is pretty much pampered and a known bachelor on the ranch. Photo: Youtube/The Dodo “He does enjoy hanging out with Cotton, the miniature donkey, which is pretty hilarious because they’re totally opposite sizes,” shares Allison from Colby’s Rescue Crew. Big John likes to spend...
Boy With Brain Injury Won’t Wake Up, Family Says ‘Goodbye’ As Dog Lay On Top Of Him
This is not just another story about how dogs impact our lives in a positive way. It’s a story that will grip and pull on your heart strings. Please be sure to watch the video below all the way to the end, we promise an amazing happy ending! Caleb was traveling with his parents and siblings when a negligent driver swerved into their lane, colliding with their car. The young driver, who was just a kid himself, unintentionally took the lives of Caleb’s mother and both of her children, but six-year-old Caleb miraculously survived....
Tennessee Firefighters Rescue Dog Trapped In Cave In Great Smoky Mountains
A hunting dog named Storm fell down a 35-foot shaft and was trapped in a cave in the foothills of the Great Smoky Mountains. English Mountain located in East Tennessee in the western foothills of the Smokies with a peak of 3,629 feet is where Waldens Creek Volunteer Fire Department (WCVFD) and Sevier County Rescue Squad met at daybreak to come up with a plan to rescue the dog. They decided the best option was to use a high-angle rope system to repel down the shaft and locate the dog and then lift him to safety. According to a post by WCVFD,...
President of Ukraine Gives Medal To Courageous Bomb-Sniffing Dog, Patron
Patron, the famous Jack Russell terrier with a nose for sniffing out explosives, has just been recognized for his life-saving efforts by Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky. The 2-year-old dog is a Ukrainian hero for detecting over 200 explosives since the Russian invasion began on February 24. The little dog, whose name means “cartridge” or “ammo” in Ukrainian, has saved countless lives by helping defuse hundreds of explosives in and around the city of Chernihiv. He is not only great at his job but enjoys his work....
Paddle for Puppies is Back!
May 09, 2022 Paddle for Puppies is back on May 15th and better than ever! Paddle for Puppies, an annual event presented by Austin Subaru, provides incredible support for our Parvo Puppy ICU Program at Austin Pets Alive!. Our Parvo Puppy ICU cares for puppies that contract canine parvovirus, a highly contagious and life-threatening virus that increases their risk for euthanasia in certain shelters. In 2021 alone, a record-breaking 963 lives were saved from the Parvo Puppy ICU. That’s 400 more puppies than we saved in 2020 – this...
The importance of oral care probiotics for pets
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...
Maddie’s Weekly Roundup: Busting barriers, We Foster Challenge Huddles and more!
Happy Monday! Below is a brief roundup of resources added over the past week. Watch any of the We Foster Huddles on-demandWhether you missed one or want to re-watch for some tangible ideas, you can watch any of the four We Foster Huddles on-demand at your convenience! Below is the lineup. If you have questions or want access to resources mentioned on any of them, head over to Maddie’s® Pet Forum where you’ll find everything you… Learn More How your pet foster program can provide support for foster caregiversThis...
This Golden Retriever Cools Off During His Walk By Lying Down On His Puddle Bed
Golden Retrievers are extremely intelligent and affectionate breeds out there. Being among America’s most popular dog breeds, Golden Retrievers are often showcased by their families in social media as their darling babies. PHOTO: Unsplash/Taylor Sondgeroth Golden Retrievers are also known to enjoy outdoor play. According to the American Kennel Club (AKC), “They take a joyous and playful approach to life and maintain this puppyish behavior into adulthood. These energetic, powerful gundogs enjoy outdoor play. For a breed built to...
How Do Sounds Affect Your Dog Or Cat?
Your dog or cat’s sense of hearing is far more sensitive than yours, so he can be stressed by sounds you may not even be aware of. Find out how to create a more soothing soundscape for him in your home. It’s New Year’s Eve and the fireworks are starting. Your dog or cat trembles, lowers his tail, and runs off to a safe place such as his crate or under the bed. Loud noises like fireworks and thunder are scary for a lot of animals, and even to some people, especially children. But what about the sounds we humans don’t...
Dog was Tied to a Fire Hydrant before Being Abandoned Forever
What should you do if you could no longer take care of your dog? Tying it to a fire hydrant is certainly not the answer. And yet, this was exactly what six-year-old Baby Girl went through when her owners decided to give her up. The dog was tied to a fire hydrant with her things inside a BIG bag which included toys, treats, and dog food. Although her owners might have intended for Baby Girl to survive with a chance to go on enjoying her beloved stuff, Kylie Engelhardt, who found the dog, still thought it was an irresponsible way to dispose of...
Government Horse Roundups Are Employing Dangerous And Expensive Tactics
Nevada is home to the largest population of wild horses in the nation. It is also the site of taxpayer-funded roundups and removals, which have proven to be not only costly and ineffective management strategy, but a danger to the lives of all species involved. The Bureau of Land Management recently conducted a wild horse roundup in the Pancake Complex northeast of Tonopah, Nevada. With the help of helicopters and other extreme measures, the BLM removed 2,054 wild horses from public land, 3 News reports. The Bureau of Land Management removed...
Stolen Then Abandoned, A Dog Reunites With His Family Months Later
Reunited and it feels so good… A dog that had been stolen some months ago has found his way back to his family. In a video originally posted on Louisiana SPCA’s social media sites, rescuers say that they found a dog tied to a fence just outside their shelter. Cow, the aptly named dog due to his color, was said to have been stolen from his family. His family had been actively looking for him when they heard that he had been found by the shelter. A staff member found Cow tied outside the shelter when he was on his way to work. They...
Piglet and Dog Share a Beautiful Bond as Inseparable Siblings
One day, a tiny piglet appeared in Jenny’s yard out of the blue. Since then, Pepper has become a part of their family — a new addition to the bright atmosphere in their home. Jenny’s son was the first person who took notice of the baby pig running around the yard. Apparently, the tiny black pig got lost after a storm — she was all alone that day. After seeing that the piglet was all by herself, the family decided to adopt her. Photo: Youtube/The Dodo “When my son saw that she was by herself and no other signs of...
To Dad, From Your Dog — Canine Father’s Day Cards
Would dogs give Father’s Day cards if they could? Of course they would! Dogs never pass up the opportunity to receive love and affection — and give it abundantly in return. However, dogs have unique personalities, just like humans. Some may be sweet and tender while others may be silly and sarcastic. ©Txema_Gerardo | Getty Images “Well, at least you had one perfect dog.” Ah, yes, the humble tidings of a dog forced to share his kingdom with other so-called canines. They may have four legs and fur, and maybe...
Moving house? 5 steps to make it easier on your dog or cat
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...
Two Fox Cubs Playing with a Ball Is a Source of Happiness for Us All
Foxes are one of the most majestic and interesting species in the animal kingdom. They are often perceived as dangerous, cunning, and wild. However, you have to admit that foxes are charming — they are one of those animals that provide some of the most endearing content on the internet. The Vulpes vulpes is a member of the Canidae family, also known as canines. No matter where they grew up or how undomesticated they are, canines are still always a furball of sunshine. Photo: Wikimedia Commons/Ken Billington Two adorable fox kits...
Over 50 Horses and Ponies Evacuated From Ukrainian Park, Just in Time
Russian forces continue to attack the area around Feldman Ecopark in Ukraine. Rescuers have been tirelessly working for weeks to evacuate thousands of animals from the park and won’t stop until they are all safe. 30 horses and 22 ponies were some of the recent evacuees who escaped just in time. The ponies were loaded into the back of a cargo van and transported to a safe location. See how calm they are with their rescuers in the video below. English...
Woman Catches Her Neighbor Playing With Her Dog Through Their Fence
A black Labrador retriever named Bounder was found bounding towards their yard fence by his owner. PHOTO: TikTok/brittneygoes In a TikTok video posted by Brittney, Bounder’s owner, she found out that her neighbor and her dog have been playing fetch together. Although their yards have a fence separating the playmates, it didn’t deter the duo from playing together. You can barely see the neighbor in the now viral video on Tiktok but you can definitely see the bright orange ball gun that they use to play fetch with Bounder. Watch the...
