CBD for dogs and cats – what you need to know
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...
Tampa’s Cinnamon Pumpkin Drops
Melissa L. Kauffman Covering the pet world for more than 25 years, Melissa L. Kauffman has been an editor/writer for a wide variety of pet magazines and websites from the small critters to parrots to cats and dogs. Her advisory team of rescued pets — dogs Tampa Bay and Justice and parrots Deacon and Pi-Pi — help keep her on top of the latest and greatest pet health research, training and products, anything to give keep them in the high life they are accustomed to. Follow Tampa and his crew on...
Optical Illusion Of Two Dogs Is Dividing The Internet
If there is one thing that people enjoy doing, it sharing pictures of their pets online. Often, those pictures are instantly met with plenty of likes and comments because we all love animals. That wasn’t necessarily the case after a picture was posted on Reddit, though. The owner of the dogs posted it in the forum, What’s Wrong with Your Dog? Since that time, it has gained a lot of attention. Photo: flickr/aiko vanhulsen As it turns out, the picture is an optical illusion but it is so strange looking that you can’t help but...
Science Weighs In On Why Cats Love Sitting In Boxes
If you happen to have a cat in your life, you already realize they can squeeze themselves into some tiny places. In fact, it’s almost as if they prefer to find a perch when it is almost too small for their body. Since we know that cats love sitting in boxes, the question was raised if they would still sit inside of a picture of a box if it were drawn on the floor. Researchers took this question and ran with it. One researcher launched a citizen science project and attempted to trick felines by using the “Kanizsa contour...
Mama Dog Who Lost Her Puppies Adopts Three Orphaned Kittens
We used to have a nickname for our family dog: Mother Hen. That was because she was constantly being a very nurturing and loving mom figure to our other pets. The rabbits adored her. They definitely enjoyed constant kisses and cuddles. Our cats…well, they loved her as well, but they also bullied her a lot for her giant cozy dog bed. Our dogs can be quite affectionate and caring for other animals, and a perfect example of this is Milo. Milo is a sweet little stray who was picked up by a Good Samaritan close to the Mexico border with...
Three Dachshunds Adorably Race Around Snow Track
And, they’re off! A trio of adorable dachshund doggies is melting the internet’s heart with a clip of them playing around in the snow. It is too cute not to make you want to smile. Snow days can be quite uneventful, particularly if you just hole up inside and don’t bother with the cold. But for those with dogs, the snow doesn’t stop them. Photo: Wikimedia Commons However, for some dogs, the snow can be a little intimidating, particularly if they’re small. We’ve all seen funny videos of short dogs getting...
Why House Cats Have Sagging Bellies
Cats are probably some of the coolest animals in the animal kingdom. And I don’t mean cool as in they’ve got amazing physical capabilities. Well, the big cats of the wild certainly do. But I’m talking about the cute little domesticated kitties that share our homes. They’re not as impressive as their wild cousins, yet they still strut around with big attitudes. They know that they’re cool and they’re letting the rest of us know it. But as they walk around like they own the place, have you ever noticed that...
Cat’s Rear Gets Mistaken For A Dog In Viral Video
The internet is no stranger to a good ol’ optical illusion. In fact, in recent years there have been multiple very heated debates surrounding certain optical illusions. We all remember the black and blue dress versus white and gold dress that nearly melted the Twittersphere a few years back, right? I think we’ll still be talking about that one a decade from now. Well, another optical illusion making the rounds on social media is actually a living, breathing optical illusion. It’s a cat that looks like a dog. Photo: Max Pixel...
The Reason Cats Have Vertical Pupils
If you’ve spent any time gazing into your cat’s eyes — and be honest, I’m sure you have — you probably noticed one of the most unique and beautiful feline features. Cats have vertical pupils, which narrow their eyes into slits in bright light and pair with their naturally reflective Tapetum lucidum to make a striking effect in the dark as well. The reason for this feature is an interesting one. Photo: Max Pixel In a TED-Ed lesson written by Emma Bryce and animated by Iván Tamás, narrator Alexandra...
Feral Cat Rescued at Mosque Hisses at Everyone Except Her Fur Mom
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! First, my cat Bella passed away in October 2014. Then in early December 2014, my dog Cuddles passed away. I didn’t know how I would cope; Bella had been with me for 19 years and Cuddles was with me for 14 years. My other cat Stalker was moping around alongside me. CAT. PHOTO: PIXABAY / PEXELS My dad attends a mosque locally. The mosque has a pack of feral cats that they feed and...
Letter from Dr. Jefferson: Properties Update
Jan 20, 2022 Hi everyone! And a happy new year! I hope this finds you and yours well. I wanted to reach out today to provide an update on where we stand with our plans for APA!’s campuses, land, and facilities. As a reminder, your voices were heard in November as you helped us get the APA! Resolution passed with Austin City Council. In that resolution, the city council directed us to work with the City of Austin staff to determine an intake percentage number based on those animals at risk of euthanasia. We continue those discussions...
Choosing the right curcumin supplement 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...
The unlikely history of commercial pet food
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 to identify your animal welfare organization’s brand
When you think of the term brand, big companies like Coca-Cola, Apple or Google might come to mind. But brands aren’t just reserved for huge corporations. Many are surprised to hear that we all have our own brands, as do the organizations we work for. Do you know what your organization’s brand is? If you do, that’s great! You’ll want to make sure you’re conveying your brand in all of your communications with your audience. If you don’t know your organizations’ brand, have no fear! A brand is simply a...
Small Gardens Provide Big Benefits for Bees, Study Finds
Pollinators help produce nearly 80% of the crops grown throughout the world, including almost all of the fruit and grain crops in the United States. They also contribute to cleaner air, water, and soil. Unfortunately, with pollinators facing threats including habitat loss and pesticides, their important work is at risk. However, a new study finds that your small garden may be of some help. Researchers at the University of Bristol investigated the nectar content in more than 50 urban gardens to better understand how they serve as a food source...
Veteran Police Dog Given Heroes’ Farewell Before Crossing The Rainbow Bridge
K-9 Grimm, a veteran police dog, has helped keep Boston safe throughout his ten years on the force. According to Boston.com, these efforts included scouring the city for explosives following the Boston Marathon Bombing and the resulting stand-off with suspects. The loyal dog also found missing people, detected drugs, and kept dangerous criminals off the streets. Photo: Facebook/Andover MA Police Department But despite years of always getting the bad guys, K-9 Grimm finally encountered an obstacle he couldn’t beat. According to the...
Top 5 Best Puppy Training Products
Do you have a new four-legged addition to your family? Congratulations! The training your puppy gets during its first year sets the foundation for the rest of its life, so you want to ensure that you’ve got everything you need to help them succeed. We’ve put together a list of the top five training products you’ll want to have for your puppy training journey. A selection of high-quality treats When training your puppy, you want to focus on rewarding your dog for performing the desired behavior – not punishing the...
‘Weird, Awkward’ Dog Dumped at Shelter Finds New Home
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 like to look at Petfinder sometimes, just for fun. One day, I was sitting in a boring college class, and I came across his little face. He was listed as a pekingese, but he’s actually a Japanese Chin, and his name was Lawrence. He was scheduled to be euthanized due to mange. DOG. PHOTO: PIXABAY / DEJANZKI There was just something about his little face, the way he stared so...
Dog Escapes From San Diego Apartment Fire Unharmed – A Real Life Miracle
Miracles happen every day and if you need proof keep reading. Last Friday Jarrett Gautt was heading out to dinner with his family, so he fed his dog Brownie, a 3-year-old border collie mix, and locked the door to his San Diego apartment. He returned to find his ground-floor apartment engulfed in flames. Screenshot: YouTube/ABC 10 News His only thought was he had to save Brownie. Gautt grabbed the fire extinguisher and rushed into his apartment to find his dog, but the flames and smoke were too intense and he had to turn around. “Almost...
Detroit Dog Rescue Plans To Play “Golden Girls” Theme Song Every Time A Dog Is Adopted As A Tribute To Betty White
The first no-kill dog shelter in Detroit is in the process of building a new shelter and plans to honor the late Betty White in more than one way. Detroit Dog Rescue (DDR) thanked their generous followers for participating in the #BettyWhiteChallenge and helping them raise over $10,000 on the animal advocate’s 100th birthday. The shelter posted, “As promised we will be naming, not just our adoption room, but our entire adoption hallway after the legendary Betty White! Our new Detroit Dog Rescue (opening this spring) will be home...
