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Build trust with the public seeking pet support services Imagine this. You’re going through the toughest period in your life. Maybe you lost your job, and your home, and now you have nowhere to go with your pet. On top of it, you’re struggling to provide basic care for both of you. You’ve tried everything, and you realize that the only way out of the situation is to focus on providing for yourself first, to get back on your feet. You take your beloved pet to the local animal shelter hoping that someone can help them....
Emaciated Dog Suffering From Severe Skin Disease Needs Your Support To Heal
Meet Ghost. This friendly pup was found in horrible condition at a local dump in Xanthi, Greece. The dump is home to hundreds of abandoned and stray dogs with many in need of medical care. Thanks to your continued support, The Animal Rescue Site and Greater Good Charities are working with local rescues like Animal Action Greece to help feed and care for the dogs with a goal of finding loving homes for as many as possible. Photo: Animal Action Greece Volunteers spotted Ghost during one of their feedings and took him back to the shelter for...
How to Make Your Home Safe for 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...
Can Your Dog or Cat Get Ringworm?
This fungal skin disease is usually associated with humans, but it can affect dogs and cats too. Though unsightly, it can be treated with conventional medication and/or alternative remedies. Ringworm is a skin disease that has been around for over 5,000 years in humans. But it also occurs in a number of animals, including dogs and cats. This article digs under the surface of this condition to reveal its causes, signs and symptoms, and how it can be treated, both conventionally and holistically. WHY IS THE CONDITION CALLED...
Stray Dog Shot In The Back By Cruel Passerby Needs Your Help To Walk Again
Meet Aggie. This sweet dog has spent her whole life as a stray living among hundreds of other homeless dogs in Greece. As if searching for food and shelter wasn’t hard enough, this poor pup was shot in the back by a cruel passerby just as she was being rescued by a local shelter, Hundepate Home. She was rushed to an animal hospital where the bullet was found lodged in her spine. She underwent emergency surgery to remove the bullet and give her the best chance at walking again. The ruthless attack resulted in Aggie losing most of her...
How to Spot Tick Nests and Protect Your Pets From Deadly Diseases This Summer
Summertime brings more outdoor adventures for pets and their owners. However, it also heralds the return of ticks, which can pose significant health risks to both humans and animals. Understanding the threat of ticks, recognizing tick nests, and knowing how to protect pets are crucial in preventing tick-borne diseases. Photo: PexelsTicks are a major threat to pets during the summer months. Identifying Tick Nests Contrary to popular belief, ticks do not create traditional nests. Instead, female ticks lay eggs in clusters, often on the ground...
The latest in neonatal kitten care advancements
Neonatal kitten care has seen significant advancements over the last decade. At the same time, social media had created thousands of influencers sharing information on the best ways to save these little ones. This information is often conflicting. In 2023, several major shelter medicine programs and animal advocacy groups updated their guidelines for caring for neonatal kittens which added even more confusion and debate about the best ways to care underage kittens. On Thursday, June 26, 2024 at 12 PM PT/3 PM ET, we will be joined by two...
Teacher Rescues Severely Injured Kitten, Covers Her Vet Bills
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 my second year teaching, and I had just finished up plans when I heard a “meow” at my outside door. It couldn’t be a cat because the school was basically out in the middle of nowhere. Then I heard it again. PHOTO: PIXABAY / JON PAULING As I went to the door, there sat a small tabby kitten. Her tongue was hanging out, and there was a long bloody scratch around her...
Mountain Lion Found Dead on Road Near Site of Upcoming Wildlife Crossing in Southern California
The importance of a California project aimed at protecting wildlife was recently highlighted by an animal death along a roadway. Over the weekend, a mountain lion was found dead on Highway 101 near Liberty Canyon Road in Los Angeles County. The animal, which officials believe was the victim of a vehicle collision, was near the site of a wildlife crossing set to open in 2025. WILDLIFE CROSSING EXAMPLE. PHOTO: ADOBE STOCK / NATARAJ Ground was broken on the Wallis Annenberg Wildlife Crossing in 2022. The $90 million project will ultimately...
Can Dogs Eat Goat Cheese? Vet-Verified Nutrition Facts & FAQ
VET APPROVED The information is current and up-to-date in accordance with the latest veterinarian research. Learn more » Click to Skip Ahead Goat cheese might not be among America’s top 15 most consumed cheeses, but it certainly has its fans. You probably won’t have any problem getting your dog to eat it, but does that mean you should? The answer raises more questions everywhere you look. Suffice it to say that plain, commercially produced goat cheese is not toxic to dogs. However, there are concerns on several fronts, from...
Rare White Bison Calf Born in Yellowstone Sparks Awe and Hope
Visitors at Yellowstone National Park were stunned recently by the birth of a rare white bison calf. Photographer Erin Braaten and her family stumbled upon the extraordinary sight while exploring the park’s Lamar Valley. Initially mistaking the white creature for a coyote, Braaten was amazed to discover it was a white bison calf. “We came around the corner, and there was a bison down in the river… behind us there was this kind of white light critter,” she told Fox News, after capturing the moment on camera. Photo:...
Bull Breaks Free, Injures Five at Rodeo — Animal Rights Activists Outraged
The Sisters Rodeo in Oregon became a scene of chaos when a bull named Party Bus broke free from its pen, causing injuries to five people. This incident has not only shocked the local community but also sparked a broader conversation about the inhumanity and dangers of forcing such powerful animals to perform in rodeos. Photo: PexelsParty Bus, a 2000-pound bull, escaped during the Sisters Rodeo. The Great Escape On a seemingly ordinary night at the 84th Sisters Rodeo, attendees were stunned when Party Bus, a 2000-pound bull, jumped over a...
Dogs and Mental Health: 5 Ways Penny Helps Me Mentally
Hi, I’m Savanna! Read my introduction to learn more about me and my spunky Chihuahua mix, Penny. Mental health is something that is very important to me, and I’m glad that it’s becoming more acceptable to talk about it openly. Along with there being less of a stigma surrounding mental health, emotional support animals (ESAs) are becoming more common as well. Studies have shown the benefits and ways that dogs and other animals help with human mental health.1 While emotional support dogs don’t have all the...
How to Tell if Your Dog Is in Pain
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: Maddie’s Fund is hiring, foster recruitment and more!
Happy Monday! Below is a brief roundup of resources added over the past week. Maddie’s Fund is hiring a Senior Education SpecialistIf you are looking to join a new team and work within a dynamic environment, this is your opportunity. Maddie’s Fund® is looking to hire an experienced Senior Education Specialist who will become part of the Education Team within the Foundation. If you are interested in applying, please submit your cover letter and resume to employment@maddiesfund.org… Learn More Interested in recruiting...
Questions, Supplies, Vet Care: A Cat Adoption Checklist
Any time is a good time to bring home a new feline friend, but National Adopt a Cat Month is held every year in June. If you’re thinking about observing the occasion in June, or adopting a cat any other time of the year, here’s a basic cat adoption checklist. Questions to Ask Before Adopting Before you make the decision to bring home a new cat or kitten, you need to consider a few questions. One of the biggest is, “Is this something I can afford?” There are basic month-to-month expenses to keep in mind, like food,...
Hairless Chihuahua: Info, Pictures, Traits & Care Guide
Click Below to Skip Ahead The Chihuahua is a feisty, pint-sized dog that hails from Mexico and has gained the reputation of being the perfect purse dog. But have you ever heard of the Hairless Chihuahua? These dogs are exactly the same as the Chihuahuas that you’re familiar with, except they don’t have any hair. Has this piqued your interest? If so, keep reading for all the details about this breed! Breed Overview Height: 5–8 inches Weight: Up to 6 pounds Lifespan: 14–16 years Colors: Pink, brown Suitable...
Soft Coated Golden (Wheaten Terrier Golden Retriever Mix): Pictures, Facts, Temperament & Traits
Click Below to Skip Ahead Mixed breeds are all the rage, and the more you learn about them, the easier it is to see why. The Soft Coated Golden is a dog breed that combines the Wheaten Terrier and the Golden Retriever, and with so many great core traits to pull from, it’s no wonder why they’re becoming so popular. Breed Overview Height: 18–23 inches Weight: 35–70 pounds Lifespan: 10–14 years Colors: Wheaten, dark golden, golden, and light golden Suitable for: Active families, multi-pet homes, and people with...
120 Shelter Cats Land in Oregon for a Second Chance
Thanks to your generous support and a donation match by Petfinder.com powered by Purina®, over a hundred shelter pets will get the second chance they deserve. As cats were being vetted for their Flight to Freedom, it was discovered that two of the cats were sick and others had possibly been exposed to the sick felines. These cats are being treated, quarantined, and observed but were unable to make the flight. Photo: Oregon Humane Society This lowered the original number of 200 to 120 cats and kittens who were taken from overcrowded...
From Cruelty to Compassion — Animal Testing Lab Transforms into Sanctuary
In the quiet town of Nowata, Oklahoma, a 30-acre property that once echoed with the cries of animals undergoing painful tests is now filled with the sounds of happy, playful creatures. This land, previously an animal testing facility, has been transformed into Freedom Fields, a sanctuary for rescued animals, thanks to the tireless efforts of Shannon Keith and her organization, the Beagle Freedom Project (BFP), reports USA Today. The Birth of Freedom Fields Freedom Fields is the realization of a dream for Shannon Keith, an animal rights...
