The truth about animal abuse registries
Animal abuse occurs daily in the United States, and ranges from neglect to intentional cruelty. In recent years, animal abuse registries have been dismissed by lawmakers…
Category: Dogs
5 ways to protect your dog from sunburn
A lot of people think dogs don’t need shielding from the sun’s UV rays. But sunburn and even skin cancer can occur in canines that get…
Avoiding danger at dog parks
Who doesn’t enjoy taking their dogs to local dog parks? It’s a great place for exercise and socializing, but there are also some potential risks…
Cookie – NYC’s Coolest Canine
Whether he’s posing for a style photo or drinking all-natural smoothies, this famous red miniature poodle is one quirky – and lucky – dog! Meet…
How to responsibly re-home your dog or cat
Certain extenuating circumstances can make re-homing your pet unavoidable. But how you re-home your pet is up to you, and there are ways to do…
Understanding “dog talk” to prevent dog bites!
It’s dog bite prevention week! Animal Wellness Magazine turned to dog bite expert Joan Orr for more information on how to prevent canine aggression: AW:…
Dangers of leaving your dog in a hot car
Dogs love to be with us, and vice versa. But being a responsible pet parent means knowing when to bring your dog along for a…
Vancouver EcoVillage and a Community Oriented Therapy Dog Program
We mostly hear about therapy dogs being trained to serve as an individual companion to support a person with psychological or emotional problems such as…
Rescue animals only in Sacramento pet stores
On May 16th, Sacramento, California passed a law that all animals in pet stores must come from rescues or shelters. Joining 213 cities across 18…
Dog meat sales banned at this year’s Yulin festival
Last month, animal activists everywhere celebrated a brief victory when reports suggested that the Moran Market in Korea would be closing its doors. Unfortunately, this claim…
Can acupuncture relieve my dog’s pain?
Arthritis, disc disease, CCL tears and many other problems can cause pain in your dog. There are many causes of pain in dogs – from…
Comedians and dogs: An interview with Rory Uphold
What do you call a dog who lives with a comedian with a surround sound system? A sub-woofer. Cue the laughter… Ha. Ha. Ha. Let us…
