A child’s love for animals should be nurtured healthily and compassionately. When owning a pet, earning the animal’s trust is the first step to building a relationship. But if it is always easy, why aren’t more people adopting and taking care of pets? Kids would encounter animals differently. Children should know how to deal with [...]
The ocean supports the lives and livelihoods of 3 billion people worldwide, making up 97% of the Earth's water and 71% of the planet's surface. Ensuring its health and maintaining marine biodiversity is just as important as efforts to protect our land resources. Without one or the other, our environment will suffer, and many of [...]
Spending time with our dog(s) is one of life’s greatest joys. They make everything more fun, and exercise is no exception. But before we include our furry pal in our workout routine, it’s helpful to know which activities are best for them. Today, we’ll learn about four exercises we can do with our dogs, and [...]
Are you passionate about animal welfare? Do you live by the adopt-don’t-shop philosophy, and believe that all animals deserve safe homes and second chances? Do you consider yourself a worthy matchmaker with awesome people skills and an eye for details? If so, Paws and Claws Chicago Rescue is looking for you! Who is Paws and [...]
Each year, two million jet-setting pets hit the skies. And while traveling with our pets can be fun, it takes thorough planning and consideration. Last week, we published a guide for taking road trips with pets. Today, we’ll explore how to safely fly with pets, so they never miss out on family vacations. What to [...]
Since the beginning of the Covid-19 pandemic, 23 million US households have adopted pets. They’ve kept us company through over two years of uncertainty and work-from-home video calls. And now that summer’s here again - the first one in years we can enjoy with relative safety - many of us want to include our pets [...]
Raising awareness of animal cruelty on farms is closely linked to the massive livestock production industry. Advocates have called for better conditions in factory farms, but the reality is that few laws exist to protect animals. At the same time, laws exist to protect the interests of agricultural companies, making the fight for animal welfare [...]
Promoting animal welfare and conservation advocacies are often at odds regarding sustainability. The UN Sustainable Development Goals encourage everyone to create a world where “humanity lives in harmony with nature and wildlife and other living species are protected.” However, there are gaps in our understanding of the links between animal suffering and environmental harm. Conservation [...]
Bringing a rescued dog home from the local shelter is a good way to become a first-time pet owner. Having a community of other fur parents who will support, give tips and share play dates with us teaches us how to care for animals. Adoption, as wonderful as it may appear, may not be the [...]
Pets are family, and like your human family members, they need medical care to stay healthy. Whether routine or emergency, pet parents know vet bills can quickly add up. Fast. That’s why UCA has partnered with Wagmo to give our members exclusive discounts on pet insurance. Unlike traditional pet insurance companies, Wagmo offers both wellness [...]