Student Helps Injured Stork Walk Again With New Prosthetic Leg
A young stork in the Czech Republic was attempting to fly from his nest for the first time and ended up falling off a chimney and injuring himself. Sadly, his injury left him with only one leg, and he wasn’t able to walk on his own. Photo: YouTube/Inside Edition That is, until veterinarians and staff at SOOS animal shelter gave him a new lease on life with a 3D-printed prosthetic leg. The prosthetic leg was designed by Matyas Michl, a local high school student. It was first printed on a 3D printer, and then filled with foam so that it...
National Make A Dog’s Day Encourages People To Adopt – Especially The “Underdogs”
There’s no doubt that Subaru loves animals. The automaker often features adorable dogs in their commercials, supports local pet adoption efforts, and is the largest commercial donor to the The American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (ASPCA). But they don’t stop there. In an effort to return the love pets give us, Subaru Loves Pets initiative is determined to help all shelter pets find loving homes. They have a soft spot for special needs pets like the ‘older, deaf, blind, and “different” dogs...
Breed-Specific Restrictions Linked To Racial Discrimination In The Insurance Industry
Breed-specific legislation (BSL) is the blanket term for laws that either regulate or ban certain dog breeds in an effort to decrease dog attacks on humans and other animals. According to the ASPCA, BSL doesn’t solve the problem of dangerous dogs, merely serving to discriminatory laws. These laws enforce the stigma of naturally aggressive dogs and further the misconception that the public is best served by such restrictions. Breed profiling is also used as a way to discriminate against individuals based on their class or race. ...
Oil versus water – the benefits of water soluble CBD
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...
Do Dogs Get Jealous?
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...
Louisiana “Dog Lady” Helps Neighborhood Strays Survive Deadly Hurricane
As Hurricane Ida barreled down on Louisiana, thousands of people were ordered to evacuate ahead of the deadly storm. But one Louisiana resident, Ms. Jill, refused to leave her house in Golden Meadows, even though her hometown lay in the hurricane’s path. Her reason? Ms. Jill–who is lovingly known as the “dog lady” around town–-couldn’t bear the thought of leaving her pets or any neighborhood strays without somebody to care for them. Lily survived Hurricane Ida with the help of the local “dog...
Austin Pets Alive! & American Pets Alive! Fly 41 Shelter Dogs From Euthanasia Lists to Loving Homes
Oct 21, 2021 At 4 a.m. on Sunday, our transport team loaded 41 dogs on a plane to safety. These pets came from nine overcrowded, under-resourced Texas animal shelters where they faced death. Caramel, Roux, Penn, Crimson, and 37 other dogs were flown to shelters in Idaho, Utah, and Colorado, to be adopted into loving homes. Austin Pets Alive! and American Pets Alive! coordinated this lifesaving transport, connecting the Texas shelters with receiving organizations Animal Friends Alliance, Idaho Humane Society, Freedom Bound Hounds, My Second...
Dozens Of Birds At Risk Of Dying After Oil Spill Wreaks Havoc On Their Home
Wildlife officials have rescued dozens of oil-covered birds from the Orange County, California shoreline after an oil spill has wreaked havoc on their home. The birds were rushed to US Davis Wildlife Health Center, where they underwent cleaning and rehabilitation with wildlife experts from the Oiled Wildlife Care Network. A bird’s feathers are structured tightly together, which helps the bird stay warm, dry, and buoyant. Unfortunately, when the bird gets oil on it, it separates the feathers and leaves the bird cold and waterlogged. In...
How natural remedies promote healthy balance in animals
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...
Woman Battling Bronchitis Finds Cat Outside Who Helps Nurse Her Back to Health
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! Easter 2014, I was sick with severe bronchitis. I took a nap, suddenly woke at 9:30 p.m. I decided to take the trash out and look at the stars. CAT. PHOTO: PIXABAY/GABRIELE M. REINHARDT As I opened the front door, I noticed two pairs of eyes in the dark. Turning on the porch light, I saw two cats – one striped and one all white. I went outside, the striped cat ran off, and the white...
6-Year-Old Boy Asks For Pet Supplies For Animal Shelter Instead Of Gifts For His Birthday
Children are our future and if they are anything like Conrad, the world is going to be a better place. Animal shelters are always in need of pet food, cat litter, and other pet supplies, but these items are not usually on a young boy’s birthday list. A 6-year-old boy from Ohio is going viral for his compassion for animals and thoughtful gift. Conrad just celebrated his 6th birthday and received just what he asked for – pet food and supplies. He received over 100-pounds of pet supplies and donated it to the shelter pets at SPCA...
The Sad Truth About Free Pets On Craigslist
The stories are heartbreaking. Finding an online ad for a free pet optimistic owners meet their furry new friends with excitement only to see the animal’s health fail, their lives cut short, and veterinary bills skyrocket. “There are TOO MANY backyard breeders who are only in it to try to turn ‘easy’ profits,” writes the Introverted Vet, an Emergency Veterinarian in Australia. “There is no realization of how much actual planning responsible breeding involves, nor is there understanding that breeding can be...
Nearly Half Of All Dog Parents Plan To Wear Matching Halloween Costumes With Their Dog, Survey Finds
Have you decided what you and your dog are going to be for Halloween? While dressing up in costumes is not for everyone or every dog, a recent survey by Rover found that nearly half (47%) of pet parents plan on wearing matching Halloween costumes with their dog. The survey asked 1,000 pet parents how they were including their dog in their Halloween festivities. Photo: Unsplash/Kerwin Elias And it turns out that dogs will be involved in most of the fun activities. Some pets find Halloween to be stressful with the constant ringing of the...
Keep marketing and adoption counseling separate while ensuring transparency with this webcast
In animal welfare, knowing the difference between marketing and adoption counseling can be vital, especially when trying to ensure transparency. Marketing is meant to open a door, and adoption counseling is meant to prepare potential adopters for the pet they are adopting. So, what should you include in a pet’s marketing and what should you save for the adoption counseling? Our newest webcast will answer this question and more! In Ensuring Transparency While Keeping Marketing and Adoption Counseling Separate, you’ll...
Cat Left in a Box Outside Shelter After Her Elderly Human Dies
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! They dumped her at the adoption center in the middle of a rainy night, taped up in a box and shoved under the bumper of a van… the last detail to be taken care of by people with no desire to take on a spoiled cat after the death of her elderly human. CAT. PHOTO: PIXABAY/Blanka Šejdová She spent the next two weeks in a cage suffering the indignities of physicals,...
Dug Up at Dogster: October 2021 Dog Events and Dog Holidays
Say hello to pumpkins, falling leaves and Dogster’s list of tail-wagging October 2021 dog events and holidays. Don’t worry, if you don’t see your dog event on the list, just email us at dogstermag@belvoir.com to include your dog event. October Dog Holidays All month long: It’s Pit Bull awareness month! 1: national fire pup day 1: national black dog day 2: poodle day 13: pet obesity awareness day ALL-MONTH-LONG September 2021 DOG EVENTS Through January 2, 2022: AKC Museum of the Dog exhibit: 9/11 Remembered: Search...
Here’s How You Can Help Black Cats Find Loving Homes This Season
Black cats have long been symbols of bad luck and evil in our culture, though there has never been evidence to substantiate the connection. Still, that hasn’t stopped people from kidnapping, torturing, and even killing black cats around Halloween. Years of targeting and persecution has indirectly led to the phenomenon “Black Cat Syndrome,” Springbrook Animal Care Center reports. This refers to a perceived reduction in adoption rates as opposed to felines of different coat colors, and may be directly linked to the...
Dozens Of Severely Neglected Cats Rescued From Filthy Indiana Home
The Humane Society of the United States (HSUS) has joined forces with Muncie Animal Care and Services Department and Muncie Police Department to rescue dozens of cats from what is being called “one of the worst animal cases” in the area. On October 19, rescuers entered the 1,500-square-foot home and were horrified by what they saw. Dozens of skinny cats were living in layers of filth. Photo: Meredith Lee/The HSUS Many of the cats were also suffering from upper respiratory infections, skin infections and injuries. They were removed...
Why You Should Watch Your Dog’s Water Intake Habits
Water plays a critical role in your pup’s overall health and wellbeing. It helps them regulate their body temperature, aids in their digestion, helps their body absorb nutrients, and moves waste and toxins through their body. In short, water keeps their body functioning normally. Your dog’s water intake throughout the day can be a good indicator of their overall health, so it’s important that you keep an eye on how much they drink. Freshpet vet, Dr. Aziza, shares some of the top reasons why you should watch your dog’s...
Senior Border Collie Has Been Waiting 100 Days At U.K. Rescue For Someone To Adopt Him
Marley is an active senior collie who is searching for a country home to spend his golden years. But just like many senior dogs, he is being overlooked for younger dogs. He was surrendered to the U.K. rescue, Battersea Dogs & Cats Home, when his previous owners could no longer care for him. The lonely dog has been patiently waiting over 100 days for a forever home. Marley is a typical collie and loves tennis balls. The rescue says he “could play all day if given the chance.” Article continues below Our Featured Programs See...
