The benefits of riding bitless
Bits have their uses, but for many horses, they’re nothing but a nuisance. Switching to bitless can improve your horse’s performance and overall well-being. Trying…
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.
What’s new in animal pain management?
Animal Pain Awareness Month is shedding light on all the integrative pain management approaches available, and how they can help offer relief to the 45…
Common myths about dog poop
It’s one thing to let sleeping dogs lie, it’s another to let their poop lay where they leave it. In this blog, we explore the…
Homeopathic approach to cancer in companion animals
A case study involving a senior cat with cancer demonstrates how a homeopathic approach treats cancer and extends longevity. At our veterinary surgery on the…
Support your performance horse’s emotional health
You know how to cater to his physical needs, but what about his psychological ones? Supporting the emotional health of your equine athlete contributes to…
Canine cataracts
Cataracts in dogs have many causes – aging, diabetes, genetic predisposition and more. While surgery is the only treatment, there are ways to help prevent…
Can herding dogs thrive without livestock?
You don’t need to buy a herd of sheep in order to engage your dog’s herding drive. Here’s a few simple ways to stimulate her…
Does your horse’s pasture cover all his nutritional needs?
If your horse’s diet consists primarily of forage, your pasture must meet all his nutritional requirements. Here’s how to ensure he’s getting what he needs…
“P-mail” – how dogs use urine to communicate
Dogs may not have access to email or social media, but they have their own ways of communicating long distance. One of those ways is…
A look inside the world’s first model animal shelter
How Humane Society Silicon Valley earned the title of “world’s first model animal shelter”, and why this ranking is so important. In 2017, Humane Society…
Dog ownership linked to genetic makeup
Is your choice to own a dog influenced by your genetic makeup? A new study says yes! The decision to get a dog might be…
Hoof care support for performance horses
The proper trim and hoof care tools, along with regular maintenance, can keep your horse’s feet healthy during performance season and beyond. If you were…
