Common myths about fly masks
A look at some common myths about fly masks and how caretakers can ensure their horse’s protection and comfort. When it comes to fly masks,…
Author: The AW Academy Team
AW ACADEMY is a natural extension of our 25 years of experience publishing Animal Wellness, Equine Wellness and Innovative Veterinary Care Journal. We believe that everyone has a responsibility to care for animals to the best of their ability utilizing the most natural and minimally invasive means possible. We feel strongly that it’s better to promote a preventative healthy lifestyle for our pets instead of taking a wait-and-see approach. We also fiercely advocate for the quality of animals’ lives, supporting animal rescues and welfare organizations both financially and through our editorial.
Catnip (Nepeta cataria)
It’s not just for cats! Catnip, also known as catmint or catwort, is an awesome addition to your equine herbal treasure chest. A member of…
How to prepare your horse for roping
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Four reasons to give senior cats a lifesaving chance
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How the right food and supplements can help cats with Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
While there’s no cure for Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD), there are a number of ways you can tweak your cat’s diet to help manage her…
A look at sleep patterns in horses
Understanding your horse’s sleep patterns — and what disrupts them — can help you care for his sleep needs to the best of your ability.…
Home appliances and your animal – how to keep him safe
To your dog or cat, especially if he’s a youngster, home appliances aren’t just household items – they’re interesting objects to explore, climb, play with…
Building your horse’s trust
How staying present and performing a gentle acupressure session on your horse can help deepen his trust in you. If you think your horse knows…
DIY indoor dog obstacle course
When the weather drives us indoors, keeping our dogs occupied and active can be a challenge. Entertain your canine companion by building your own indoor…
New insights on gallbladder mucocele formation in dogs
Incidences of canine gallbladder mucoceles are on the rise, despite not existing 20 years ago. Learn more from mulocele expert, Dr. Jody Gookin. Since the…
Does your dog show aggression toward other dogs?
A 5-step guide to helping your canine companion overcome aggression towards other dogs. If you have a dog who displays aggressive or defensive tendencies towards…
Advocates act after influx of racehorse deaths
The number of racehorse deaths in recent months is staggering, and advocates are stepping up to establish better protective standards. After hundreds of horses were…
