Why Ignoring Your Pet’s Teeth Could Lead to Fatal Consequences — And The Pet Dental Tips You Should Know
February marks a significant month for pet owners and veterinarians alike—it’s Pet Dental Health Month. This annual observance emphasizes the paramount importance of dental care in pets, which often goes overlooked. In an interview with the Animal Rescue Site, Dr. Emily Stein of TEEF for Life explains the dire consequences of neglecting oral hygiene in pets, “Pets, like humans do, have ticking time bombs in their mouths, and that can shorten their lifespan and lead to pretty disastrous systemic effects if the oral hygiene is...
Maddie’s Weekly Roundup: Black History Series from CARE, Online Instructor-Led Courses and more!
Happy Monday! Below is a brief roundup of resources added over the past week. Join CARE for its 4th Annual American Black History SeriesFebruary is Black History Month and Companions and Animals for Reform and Equity (CARE) is back with its 4th Annual American Black History Series. CARE hosts this free series in order to raise awareness around the lack of Black veterinarians and to raise scholarship funds for Black, Indigenous and People of Color (BIPOC) veterinarian students.… Learn More Apply now for spring Online Instructor-Led...
8 Times to Try Hydrotherapy for Dogs
Aquatic therapy, or hydrotherapy, can benefit dogs in many situations, though it’s often used to help injured or recovering pups. Let’s look at 8 times you might want to try hydrotherapy for dogs. Hydrotherapy involves the use of water for therapeutic purposes. Hydrotherapy for dogs can help with pain, injuries, recovery, exercise, and overall well-being. The service is offered by some veterinary/medical practices, canine rehabilitation and physiotherapy clinics, and private centers, but you can sometimes practice it in a pool or...
How This Innovative Laser Therapy Tool Resolves Your Dog or Cat’s Pain
This revolutionary at-home cold laser therapy tool is designed to deliver quick, effective pain relief to your dog or cat. Few things are more distressing than knowing your dog or cat is in pain. Fortunately, thanks to innovations in laser therapy, pain doesn’t have to be her lot in life. Whether she suffers from sore muscles or joint pain, is recovering from surgery or injury, or requires ongoing therapy for the general aches and pains associated with aging, agility, or work, laser therapy tools such as those from Dog Med Laser can...
Romantic Animals: The Unique Ways 10 Species Show Love
Now that we’ve hit February, the month of love, many of us are planning how to show our feelings to our partners on Valentine’s Day. Maybe we could take a cue from the animal world? Here are some interesting ways wildlife species express love. Macaroni Penguins – Ecstatic Displayers PHOTO: ADOBE STOCK / VLADISLAV GAJIC The macaroni penguin is very fashionable, so they’re already putting in the effort to be seductive. They got their name because the feathers on their heads resemble the feathers stylish men called...
Standing Up and Taking Action for Austin’s Animals
Feb 02, 2024 February 1st was a big day in the City of Austin — a potential butterfly effect in the history of No Kill. While our city leadership is working to find solutions, there is much work to be done in the next six months and beyond in order to help us continue our forward movement as leaders in animal advocacy. APA! has been the voice for pets in our community over the last 15 years, and commit to being vigilant for our animals in need in 2024. This week, the Austin City Council passed a resolution to allow the city to euthanize...
Deadly Avian Flu Virus Sweeps Through Penguin Colonies in Antarctic Wilderness
In a disturbing development for wildlife conservation, the serene wilderness of Antarctica has become the latest battleground against a formidable foe: avian influenza, or bird flu. The virus, known for its devastating impact on bird populations worldwide, has now breached the last frontier, claiming the lives of penguins in a region once thought to be an untouched sanctuary for wildlife. Photo: PexelsAntarctic penguins have encountered their first cases of bird flu. First Casualties in a Pristine Wilderness Recent reports confirm the death...
Torrential Flooding In San Diego Leaves Pets And Families In Need of Help
The people and pets of San Diego, California, are still recovering from a winter storm that brought torrential downpours and caused widespread flooding. However, more rain is forecasted over the next few days. Wind gusts are expected to reach 40-50 mph along the coast, peaking around 45 mph inland. A flood watch has been issued for the entire county with rain totals expected of potentially 3 inches. Rainfall and flooding are causing landslides, road closures, and dangerous traveling conditions. Greater Good Charities’ Field Ops team...
Queenie’s Law Aims to End the Agony of Cruel Animal Experiments in Michigan
In Michigan, a proposed legislation, known as Queenie’s Law (HB 4849), is stirring up a significant conversation about the ethical boundaries of animal research. Named after a dog who endured and ultimately succumbed to the rigors of scientific experiments at Wayne State University in Michigan, this bill seeks to prohibit painful experiments on dogs and cats at publicly funded institutions within the state. Meredith Blanchard, head of policy for the National Anti-Vivisection Society, shed some light on the dark realities behind the...
6 Most Common Reasons Cats Pee Outside the Litter Box
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18 Years After Pawing at a Husband and Wife From Shelter Cage, Cat Still Reaches Out for Them
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! In the fall of 2005, we lost our cat and were devastated. I told my husband to give me time. On New Year’s Eve, he suggested that we go to our local cat shelter, “just to look around.” CAT. PHOTO: PIXABAY / ALDONAHAWTHORNE We arrived at the shelter and decided to divide and conquer, as there were 60 to 70 cats milling around. I, for some reason, had it in my head that I...
Pup in Very Rough Shape Pops Up at the Right Time for Grieving Family
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 have been Oliver and Lynus’s mom since 2007. They’re two Maltese brothers who are my world. In December of 2019, I sadly lost Oliver to heart failure, and his brother Lynus and I were beyond devastated. I did everything I could think of to help Lynus and myself grieve the tremendous loss of our sweet Oliver. PHOTO: NICOLE NIGRO We started creating care packages and...
Stray Cat ‘Plaintively Wails’ the First Night He’s Brought Inside, But Soon Becomes One of the Family
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! My then 12-year-old daughter was infatuated with all animals. We lived in a mobile home park, and she would see this little black kitten run across the street, hide under a home, come across our street, and hide on the neighbor’s stairs, so she took to gently playing with him and giving him food. PHOTO: ALESHA OLIVER LANE One night it was so cold, we brought him in and put him in a...
Auburn University Exposed for Decades of Deadly Kitten Experiments
At Auburn University, a longstanding practice of breeding and testing on sick kittens has recently come to light, raising significant ethical questions and public concern. From the extent of the experiments to the funding behind them, and the broader implications for animal welfare and scientific research, this is a complex and sensitive issue. Photo: PexelsAuburn University reportedly has a breeding colony specifically for testing on kittens. Decades of Controversial Research For nearly 50 years, Auburn University has been involved in...
Yellowstone Bison Does What We All Have Done On Ice In Viral Video And Quickly Recovers
Bison are surprisingly light on their feet and if you need proof, check out a video shared by Creekside at Yellowstone on Facebook. The video shows a herd of bison crossing a frozen river in Yellowstone’s Lamar Valley. The ice must be thick due to the fact that it can hold several bison who each weigh 1,000 to 2,000 pounds. The last bison speeds up to either catch up or because it is unsure of the ice and slips. The large animal falls on its rump but quickly regains its footing and makes it to solid ground. Then it does what we all have...
Senior Boxer Giving Up Hope After 204 Days In Alabama Shelter Finally Finds His Person
It is said that “good things come to those who wait”, and that was the case for sweet Bubba. The senior boxer mix was the longest resident at Tuscaloosa Metro Animal Shelter who had been waiting for over 204 days for someone to adopt him. He is the definition of a good boy who loves to play with other dogs and meeting new people. During the shelter’s Happy Hour program, where people can take shelter dogs on day trips, he was often picked and received rave reviews on his behavior. So, why was he still at the shelter?! This is...
The Ultimate Guide to Dental Care for Senior Dogs
February is National Pet Dental Health Month, a great time for pet parents to learn more about dog dental care. This is especially true if you have a senior at home. Like humans, senior dogs are prone to dental issues such as gum disease, tooth decay, and bad breath. Proper dental care is crucial for maintaining their overall health and well-being. Let’s talk about dental care for senior dogs, including common issues, symptoms to look for, and tips on keeping your aging pup’s teeth clean and healthy! Importance of Dental Care for...
Apply now for spring Online Instructor-Led Courses!
Looking to implement a new program, learn more about a specific subject and create positive change for pets and people in your community? Look no further than Maddie’s Fund® Online Instructor-Led Courses! The spring 2024 application window opens today, February 1, 2024 and closes on February 16, 2024. These courses require completion of: self-paced online materials, four to six Zoom classes that range in length from 60-90 minutes with your instructor and classmates, and a final project. Class size is limited and the selection...
Kitten Arrives in Family’s Home, Annoying Their Serious Dog
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! We’ve had our dog Daisy for about eight years now. She was about 4 when we got her from our local Humane Society, so that makes her around 11 or 12. She was the first dog in the first kennel in the first building. I knew from the moment I saw her. She came home the next day. DOG. PHOTO: PIXABAY / DANIEL Daisy is a grownup’s dog. She doesn’t particularly care for young...
New Map Allows Residents to Follow Reintroduced Gray Wolf Activity in Colorado
In December of last year, 10 gray wolves were reintroduced in Colorado, launching an effort to maintain a viable, self-sustaining population in the state. Now, interested parties can take a look at how the animals are spreading. Colorado Parks and Wildlife’s website is now offering a map showing which watersheds in the state have seen wolf activity. The data comes from GPS collars on the 10 newcomers, who came from Oregon, along with two collared wolves in North Park. The agency chose to use watersheds in the map because the animals are...
