Behavior modification for shelter dogs
Combined with quality care, positive training programs for shelter dogs can help increase adoption rates and ensure successful integration into forever homes. Understanding this vital…
Category: Dogs
Step-by-step dog nail trimming
A dog’s nails grow constantly, much the same as yours do. While dog nails get worn down somewhat from walking on hard surfaces, most dogs require nail trimming…
Essential oils for your dog
Essential oils can be very beneficial to dogs. Here’s a look at a selection of oils and their benefits, along with advice on how to…
Top tips for dogs and kids
Have you ever heard the phrase, ‘never work with kids or dogs’? I always giggle when I hear people say that, because I love working…
Pet food consumer advocates confront congress
Susan Thixton, pet food safety advocate and author of Buyer Beware and truthaboutpetfood.com, has been a leader in the world of pet food for many years,…
Animals aiding with eating disorder recovery
In her book, Pound for Pound, San Diegan Shannon Kopp shares her empowering story of how animals, particularly Pit Bulls, played a key role in her self-discovery and…
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…
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:…
