How thyroid issues can influence your dog’s behavior
Thyroid dysfunction or thyroiditis is often misdiagnosed or missed altogether and it could be the cause for the sudden change in your dogs behavior. When Robin…
Author: Animal Wellness Academy
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.
Dog attacks — “killer dog” or “traumatized victim”?
Dog attacks teach us a lot about the accountability and responsibility of pet parents. These incidents are always tragic, but they’re not always the dog’s…
Halloween Tips and Treats
By Jasmine June Cabanaw Autumn is such a wonderful season to be spending time with horses; the crunch of leaves underfoot, inhaling the crisp air,…
How to stop your dog’s destructive behaviors
Is your dog displaying one or more destructive behaviors? This Q&A with two top trainers offers solutions to combat digging, chewing, barking, jumping and licking!…
Hoof Care Q&A #1: Spirulina, Kelp, and AFA
By Wayne Blevins Introducing our NEW hoof care Q&A with hoof care specialist Wayne Blevins from E3 Live FOR HORSES. Wayne will choose 1-2 questions to…
Are coyotes a threat to your dog?
Many people worry that their dog might be attacked by a coyote. But the truth is, coyotes rarely attack dogs unless they feel threatened. It…
Why cats can’t thrive on kibble
Can cats thrive on a diet of kibble alone? The answer is no… and here’s why. I got my first black cat in my early…
Meet the Animal Wellness cover dog, Bruno!
Meet Bruno — the furry cover star whose handsome face adorned the cover of Animal Wellness Magazine in the fall of 2013. In August 2011,…
Meet TuggerTails!
Meet TuggerTails — a canine actor, TV star, model and therapy dog who travels throughout the United States! Life is pretty good for TuggerTails. It…
Creative grooming: toxic or trendy?
What is creative grooming, and is it safe for our animal companions? The answer is yes — as long as natural products are used. As…
Be a leader through positive dog training
Training your dog? Here’s how to establish yourself as a positive leader! In my experience as a dog trainer, many of the people I work…
Cribbing: Ask a Vet!
Q. I am writing for Plantation Horse Rescue. We rescued a horse that has severe cribbing problems. The only way we have been able to…
