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These Two Wellies Bring Over 50 Years Experience to Wellness Pet Food!

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Today, we’re excited to introduce you to two Wellness Pet Food team members who combined, bring over 50 years of experience to the company—Human Resources Benefits Manager, Joanne S., and Senior Customer Service Representative, Sue V.

In 1997, Wellness Natural Pet Food was created, and was considered one of the very first natural pet foods on the market. Over the years, as we’ve remained family-owned, we’ve perfected our recipes and used innovation to make it possible for pet parents to find healthy options for their pets no matter the pet’s unique nutritional needs, life-stage or breed size. 

The leading force behind the success of Wellness Pet Food has always been the passionate, dedicated Wellness Pet Food team that shares a love of animals and a desire to help pets live happier, healthier lives. In fact, a lot of our employees have been with us for nearly their entire careers, something we’re very proud of. 

Over the years, Joanne and Sue’s commitment and work ethic has been an inspiration to all of us here at Wellness Pet Food, and we recently caught up with them to reminisce on the journey that has taken us to where we are today. 

Meet Joanne S., Benefits Manager, Human Resources joanne s

Q. How long have you worked at Wellness Pet Food?

A. I have been with the company for 37 years now. This was supposed to be a part-time job while I was in high school!

Q. Did you envision yourself working here for that length of time when you first started?

A. Not at all, I was in high school and was looking for a job that I could walk to and save some money to buy a car, all of my friends were going to work for big companies like Wang laboratories when they graduated and so I thought someday I will to.

Q. What would Wellness Pet Food fans be surprised to know has stayed the same since you began working here?

A. The passion that the employees have for the product has always been here.

Q. Can you share a memory of how it was working at the company 30 years ago?

A. There are so many it is hard to mention just one. I remember that for holiday parties we would clear the packing room and bring in a caterer and entertainment to celebrate the holiday with all the employees. One year we had a fire the week before Thanksgiving, the plant had to be closed down for a few weeks. So we stood outside in the front yard and gave out turkeys and employee payroll checks. The Scott family wanted to make sure that the impact of the fire did not become a burden on the employees especially during the holiday season.

Q. Why has Wellness Pet Food been the company you’ve decided to stay with?

A. This company has always been like family to me. I was given the flexibility that I needed during the changes in my life from finishing school, getting married to having three children.  

Q. What’s something you’re excited to see that Wellness Pet Food has added over the years?

A. It is amazing at how the Wellness product has grown. Who would have thought that a small dog food company with less than 75 employees would grow into what it is today.  

Meet Sue V., Sr. Customer Service Representative, Operationssue v

Q. How long have you worked at Wellness Pet Food? 

A. My first day of work at WellPet was July 10, 2000, so it’s been 18 years!

Q. Did you envision yourself working here for that length of time when you first started? 

A. To be honest I wasn’t sure. I knew I liked the idea of working for a family owned business as I come from a family that owned successful businesses. As time went on I knew I was in the right job at the right company!

Q. What would Wellness Pet Food fans be surprised to know has stayed the same since you began working here?

A. The sense of pride in knowing we still manufacturer a really great product.

Q. Can you share a memory of how it was working at the company 30 years ago?

A. When I first started working at WellPet (Old Mother Hubbard in those days) our warehouse was located in the same building as our offices on Alpha Road in Chelmsford, MA. We also had a store located in that same building and consumers could come in and buy product.

Q. Why has Wellness Pet Food been the company you’ve decided to stay with?

A. Wellness Pet Food is a great company that really takes good care of their employees. I am grateful to have worked here all these years!

Q. What’s something you’re excited to see that Wellness Pet Food has added over the years?

A.The expansion into the international market!

How to Include Pets in Your Hurricane Preparation Plan

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At the height of hurricane season, please remember that our pets rely on us to get them ready for the next big storm so it’s important to include your dog and cat in your preparedness plan. Here are my best tips on how to prepare your pets for the next inevitable hurricane.

Make Sure Your Pet Is Prepared for a Hurricane

Have an evacuation plan:

  • We all create a plan in case of an evacuation, but it is important to make sure that pets are allowed wherever you are headed. Many motels, hotels and shelters do not allow for pets. Be prepared and make sure your evacuation plan includes your pets.
  • If your evacuation location does not allow for pets, choose designated caregivers that can care for your pets. Keep a list of friends, relatives, boarding facilities, animal shelters, or veterinarians who you know can care for your animals in an emergency. Be prepared with a list of phone numbers.
  • Many times in emergencies, we need to separate pets. Be prepared to designate more than one place for your pets to go.
  • Include your pets in evacuation drills so that they become accustom to traveling in their carriers comfortably.

Have emergency supplies and travel kits ready:

  • Have leashes, harnesses and/or carriers ready to transport pets safely and ensure that they cannot escape.
  • Make sure to have enough supply of food, drinking water, bowls, and cat litter. Don’t forget a can opener if you pet eats canned food.
  • Remember all medications and keep copies of medical records stored in a waterproof container.
  • Make a hurricane first aid kit which includes the following:
    • Identification (current color photo of your pet, ID tag including owners name, current address, contact phone number).
    • Keep medical records and information of any medical conditions, or behavior problems handy.
    • Keep information on feeding schedules, and the name and number of your veterinarian in case you have to foster or board your pets.
    • Always keep a list of veterinarians and 24-hour emergency animal hospitals that are close to your destination if you need to evacuate.
    • Make sure to include pet beds and toys, or something that provides your pet with comfort during what can be a difficult time.

Be prepared to Travel with Your Pets:

  • Make sure that your pet’s vaccinations are current and that they are wearing collars with up-to-date identification (many pet shelters require proof of current vaccinations).
  • Stock up on any medications your pet requires, along with a copy of their medical records.
  • Many pets get lost or displaced during natural disasters. Make sure your pet is microchipped and that their microchip is registered and current.
  • If your pet exhibits anxiety and stress during storms or travel, have your veterinarian prescribe a sedative if needed. Always consult with your veterinarian before giving your pet any medications.

Rescue Sticker Alert

  • The ASPCA recommends this sticker be displayed so that people know there are pets inside your home.
  • Make sure your sticker is visible and includes the number of and type of pets in your household.

With all the nervousness and busy preparations for hurricanes, please make sure to keep your pets in mind. They rely on us to ensure their safety and well-being. As always, your pets’ health and well-being are always my top priority. 

Originally published on Forever Freckled.

Hello everyone! My name is Alison Streit and I am Forever Freckled’s veterinarian. Being a veterinarian has been my dream job since I could barely speak. Over the past six years, I have dedicated my life to building, opening, and running an animal hospital in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, accomplishing a life long goal of mine. It has been an amazing journey turning my passion for animals into a career. I know pets are our family and nothing brings me more joy than to help pets and their parents with wellness and healthy living. In addition to being a veterinarian, I am a wife to my amazing husband Rob, and a mommy to my greatest accomplishments and the most unbelievable joy for me, my children Luke, Leah and Hayden. Everyday I feel so lucky to have pursued my dreams to take care of animals, and become a wife and mother. I am so proud to have started Forever Freckled with my sisters and develop a platform to help people and pets on their life journeys.

6 Ways to Beat Dog Separation Anxiety During Back-to-School Season

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All the kids are headed back to school, mom and dad are getting back to their regular schedules at work, but what about the dog? The change in routine this time of year isn’t just an adjustment for the humans, but it can cause separation anxiety in your dog. Here are

6 ways you can help with your dog’s separation anxiety this back-to-school season:

 

  1. Acclimate them to more and more time home alone in their safe spot, whether that be their dog bed, a crate or other area. Instead of taking Fido with you on errands and to the beach, get him used to spending a few hours alone at a time. 
  2. Get a dog walker!  A full work day home alone is a long time for a dog to have to “hold it”, especially if they get used to being let out several times a day over the summer. There are plenty of wonderful dog walkers available, check out who is in your area and make sure they are reliable, bonded and insured. 
  3. Provide them with puzzle toys and food enrichment toys which will provide them with mental stimulation during the day. This will keep their day from being so boring. There are many brands to choose from, and freezing them a special treat will help keep them busy longer. 
  4. Get up early and take your dog for a walk or jog. Although you’ll have to skip the snooze button, this ensures Rex is well exercised and tired before you leave, and will help prevent your dog from getting overly excited when you come home.
  5. If your dog is the type to enjoy it, doggy daycare could be a good option! The kids are going back to school, why not send Rover to “school” too?  He won’t have to be alone during the day, he can play with his friends and come home tired. Just be sure to do your research on doggy daycare locations near you and make sure you feel comfortable with their policies.
  6. Did you know that Spot can be an excellent study buddy? Especially for kids learning how to read, your family dog can be a non-judgmental pal to practice reading aloud to. Who doesn’t like snuggling with their dog and a good book after a long day at school or work?  

In addition to the above suggestions, it can help to get your dog used to the “cues” that you are leaving. Does he now associate the sound of you picking up the car keys with him going with you for a ride? Does tying your shoes mean that you are all going on a walk? Take the time to desensitize him to these triggers by picking up and putting down your keys several times a day, or sitting down and putting on your shoes, wearing them around the house and then taking them off. It will make these cues that you are all going some where less predictable, and there for less stressful for your dog when you leave without them! 

We wish you all a happy and successful school year!

5 Reasons Why Ginger Cats are So Special

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Ginger Cat Appreciation Day takes place in September, but any day to recognize these cute, adorable, yet often overlooked fur babies is a reason to celebrate! 
Most Americans remember such iconic ginger cat characters like Garfield with his funny, quirky, fun-loving attitude, and Hobbes of Calvin and Hobbes, who embodies playfulness and feline instincts. Ginger cat fans may know some of these already, but let’s take a look at these 5 Reasons Why Ginger Cats (also known as Orange Tabby Cats) are So Special:

Their coloring:

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Just like humans, there are different shades of ginger between cats. They can have an orange, red, or yellow-colored fur.  Pheomelamine is the pigment responsible for the ginger color in cats. The amount of this pigment reflects how intense the ginger color of the cat is.

Their gender:

Ginger cats are more likely to be male than female.

*This is because the “ginger gene” which produces the orange color is on the X chromosome. Females have two X chromosomes and so need two copies of this gene to become ginger, whereas males need only one. This means there are roughly three males to one female ginger cat. Ginger tom cats father tortoiseshell or ginger females. If both parents are ginger, then they will have all ginger kittens as well. 

Their personalities:

Orange cat

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Although early socialization plays the biggest role in an adult cat’s personality, there is some anecdotal evidence that says cats’ personalities vary between different colors. Male Ginger cats have a reputation of being assertive, vocal and active. Female Ginger cats are known to be calmer and quieter. 

Their coat patterns:

The ginger coat comes in 5 types, classic (swirled), mackerel (striped), spotted, ticked and patched. Learn more about the specifics of each pattern here.

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Example of a ticked pattern orange Tabby cat

They are all considered Tabby cats:

All ginger cats are tabbies as they all have the “agouti” gene, but all tabbies are not orange. One characteristic to look for in tabby cats is an “M” marking on their forehead. Tabbies are also often referred to as “tigers” for obvious reasons.

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Notice the “M” marking on this orange kitty’s forehead.

*Via Science Focus

Do you have a ginger cat? We’d love to hear from you! On Instagram, tag @wellnesspetfood and #Wellnesspetfood for a chance to be featured on our social communities or website!

What’s So Unique About CORE® RawRev for Cats?

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If you’ve read our post on How to Honor Your Cat’s Inner Lion (or have ever met a cat!), then you know that cats instinctively crave raw animal protein. And for good reason. Since cats are obligate carnivores, they need high-protein diets in order to thrive.

If You’re Considering Feeding Raw

Have you ever wondered what it might be like to incorporate raw into your cat’s diet? Nutritionally, raw protein provides cats with vitamins and minerals that are not available in cooked diets unless they are supplemented. But there are some challenges associated with adding raw protein into your cat’s diet. For example, there can be food safety concerns around handling and serving raw food, not to mention that serving raw is a messy task that many cat parents aren’t comfortable with. 

Not All Raw Recipes are Created Equal

In order to get the benefits of raw protein in a diet, there are newer products popping up that combine traditional kibble for cats with freeze-dried raw ingredients. However, these products aren’t are all the same.

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Most cat foods that incorporate freeze-dried raw meat mix the raw meat with other fillers or ingredients for cost savings. This could mean that while your cat is getting a boost of nutrition from the raw meat, they’re getting a boost of unnecessary carbohydrates, fillers and calories, too.

CORE RawRev cat freeze dried pieces

Freeze Dried Pieces Made of 100% Turkey found in CORE RawRev for Cats

Instead of combining raw protein with other ingredients, Wellness’ new CORE RawRev for cats combines high-protein, grain-free kibble with lean cuts of freeze-dried raw turkey—and nothing else.

How CORE RawRev Freeze Dried Compares

If based on the above, you’re drawing the conclusion that the freeze-dried pieces in CORE RawRev for cats are all meat, and nothing but meat—you’d be right! The great thing about the simplicity is that your cat is only getting lean protein, vitamins and minerals from the pieces without any added carbs or calories.

In fact, compared to other similar products on the market, CORE RawRev for cats offers the highest protein and lowest fat and carbohydrates. 

But How Does it Taste?

Because there aren’t any filler ingredients to dull down the flavor, CORE RawRev is packed with delicious 100% turkey and a meaty aroma that cats absolutely love. CORE RawRev for cats promises 100% acceptance. What that means is that if your cat doesn’t excitedly gobble up their RawRev, Wellness offers a 100% Catisfaction Guarantee and cat parents can return the unused product for a complete refund. 

Just Ask These Kitties

You can pick up CORE RawRev for your kitty at PetSmart or online at Chewy.com. Has your cat tried Wellness CORE RawRev? We’d love to hear from you! On Instagram, tag @wellnesspetfood and #WellnessCORE for a chance to be featured on our social communities or website!

The Surprising Number of Cats Who Aren’t Taken to the Veterinarian

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Take Your Cat to the Vet Day is only recognized one day a year in August, but routine wellness visits and checkups with your veterinarian are imperative for detecting disease early and ensuring your cat is healthy.

cat at veterinarian

Unfortunately, cat parents do not bring in their pets for veterinarian checkups nearly as often as dog parents do for a variety of reasons, including stress on the cat, the independent personality of cats and the assumption that they are healthy. Cats rarely show obvious signs of sickness, making detecting illness in cats extremely challenging. Often times, people do not realize their beloved cat is sick or something is wrong until they are at the end stage of a disease and treatment options are limited. 
 
So, today I would like to discuss why pet parents are reluctant to bring their cat to the vet, helpful tips for bringing your cat to the vet and most importantly, why routine wellness visits and checkups are so important.

Why is it so important to have your cat evaluated routinely for wellness visits with your veterinarian? 

Pets cannot always show us when they are not feeling well, especially if they are feeling mild ailments. In addition, cats hide sickness and pain as a survival tactic, as they do not want to show signs of weakness. Far too often, cat owners will bring their cat into the veterinarian hospital for an evaluation when they are noticing that something is “off” or their cat is not acting like themselves. Many times, when a cat is acting “sick”, they are at the end stages of a disease and there are not many treatment options available. This reason more than any is why it is imperative to have your cat evaluated yearly with your veterinarian, and have full bloodwork performed.

Veterinarians and veterinarian technicians are trained to detect abnormalities on physical examination that pet owners may not see.In addition, bloodwork allows us to detect disease early (well before your cat may be showing signs of sickness) and is crucial in treating and maintaining a long life for your cat.

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Photo via @le_chat_nikita

Why do pet parents not bring their cats into the veterinary hospital for routine checkups?


More than half the domesticated cats in our country have not been evaluated in the past year by a veterinarian. 

This statistic is startling and needs to be addressed. The most common reason why pet parents are not bringing their cats into the veterinarian is stress. Trips to the vet bring on stress for the cat, and stress for the parents in trying to catch and place their cat in a carrier, and transport them safely to the animal hospital. Cats do not like change, and can become very upset when forced to leave their home.
In addition to the high stress nature of cats, their independent nature tends to keep pet parents away from the vet hospital. Unlike dogs, cats do not demand the attention or require as much work. They can come across to us as not needing attention or care. Do not let this personality trait fool you. Independence should not equate to less attention or lack of wellness visits.  

My top tips on making your trip to the veterinarian less stressful for your cat:

  • At home visits: Some vet hospitals will offer mobile services and come to your home to evaluate your cat. Inquire with your veterinarian. Removing the stress of transport can significantly improve your cats state of being for veterinary visits.
  • Keep the carrier away: Cats are very smart and know when the carrier comes out, they are leaving their home. They will find a great hiding spot and stay there all day to avoid the carrier. I always recommend keeping the carrier away until you are ready to go to the veterinary hospital.
  • Mild sedatives: Inquire with your veterinarian whether your cat is a candidate for a sedative. Many times, these medications may take the edge off and relieve some stress.
  • Enclosed carrier: Never assume your cat will do better without being in a carrier. When cats get scared, from a barking dog, or a new place, they tend to run away to hide. Often times the choice of a hiding spot is outside in a parking lot. Always bring your cat to the veterinary hospital in an enclosed carrier for their safety and yours.cat in car in carrier
  • Immediate examination room: Inquire with your veterinarian whether they can bring your cat into an exam room when you arrive at the animal hospital. A loud waiting room can cause undue stress and anxiety for your cat.

I hope this article inspires you to have your cat evaluated by your veterinarian. These cute little adorable guys rely on us to provide them with the best and most healthy lives they can have. The long-term health benefits for your cat far outweigh a day of stress and anxiety. As I always tell my pet parents, they may not think you are helping them, but you are providing them the best and longest lives you can. A moment of stress is worth a long life of health and wellness. As always, your pet’s health and wellness are my top priorities!

Beat the Back-to-School Pet Blues

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While most parents are fairly keen for their human children to leap back into the school year, pets are far less eager to see their two-legged buddies board the school bus and disappear for the better part of the day. For pets, back-to-school signifies a dramatic change in their daily routine, their activity level, and the amount of attention they get. Such a dramatic change can lead to anxiety and other unwelcome behaviors. 

Learn to recognize signs your pet is struggling with the back-to-school transition and take steps to help.

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Signs of Separation Anxiety and Depression in Dogs 

When dogs experience anxiety, they typically exhibit negative behaviors that you might feel compelled to punish; however, punishing bad behavior that is the is caused by separation anxiety will exacerbate the situation leading to more fearful, erratic, or aggressive behaviors.

Common signs of separation anxiety include:

  • Indoor bathroom accidents
  • Chewing furniture, shoes, etc.
  • Tearing up pillows
  • Shredding paper
  • Extensive barking and whining
  • Other mood changes 

In cases involving depression, dogs may act as such:

  • Hide
  • Act lethargic or unenergetic
  • Refuse to play
  • Show a loss of appetite 

Importantly, a dog experiencing these symptoms may only show one or two signs, so it’s important for pet parents to watch for new or different behaviors.

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Signs of Separation Anxiety in Cats 

Meanwhile, cats are less likely to experience trauma due to children returning to school; however, cats with backgrounds involving unreliable owners or multiple owners or abandonment could experience anxiety as a result of the dramatic change. Signs a cat is experiencing separation anxiety include:

  • Trembling
  • Social withdrawal
  • Hiding / escaping
  • Lack of interest in food
  • Signs of upset stomach in litter box
  • Mood swings 

How to Help Pets Struggling with Back-to-School Anxiety 

As previously noted, the worst way to manage back to school behaviors is to react with anger or aggression. Instead be calm. Use your own calm manner to signal to pets that everything is okay.

It can also help to get your pet a new toy to help them channel their energy in the interim before children return home from school.

An additional strategy for managing dogs with anxiety could be to implement crate training. This is effective if disruptive bathroom habits are problematic.

Exercise is another way to help your pet feel busy and to burn off energy previously burned off by interaction with children. Supplement those frequent play periods with extra walks until you can resume a normal schedule.

Lastly, give children time in the afternoons after school to play with pets. The bond between children and pets should still be encouraged and given time to develop. A new status quo for the children and your pet(s) during the new school year will need to be developed. This will help your cat or dog tremendously as it will help to assuage feelings of abandonment that may have transpired when your children returned to school.

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That said, anxiety and depression are real in cats and dogs when it comes to their younger owners returning to school. The best ways to battle these issues are to notice when they arise and to compensate with love, compassion extra exercise time, and the establishment of a new status quo that involves pet children bonding with human children.


Pet wellness is about more than great food—it’s about mental, physical, and emotional well-being. Wellness Pet Food believes in comprehensive pet health, which is why we do our best to create natural, healthy pet foods and snacks that keep your pet healthy and satisfied.  

6 Things Everyone Needs to Know about Assistance Dogs

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When a service dog ran up to a woman on a busy street, she tried to shoo the dog away. Meanwhile, the dog’s owner was seemingly in distress. Thankfully, the dog owner wasn’t having a seizure or another life-threatening medical emergency; had he been, he may have died. August 5-11 is International Assistance Dog Week and is a perfect time to learn what assistance dogs do and what you should do when you encounter them.

1. What Do Assistance or Service Dogs Do?


Service dogs are highly-trained canines taught to perform specific tasks for their owners to help their owners safely function on a daily basis. Their ability to perform their tasks can often mean the difference between life or death for their owners. Specifically, service dogs will:

  • Answer the door for their owner using a lever
  • Retrieve things for their owner
  • Bark to communicate with their owner or others
  • Assist their owner with mobility
  • Carries supplies for his owner in his backpack
  • Brings the phone to the owner to call for emergency help
  • Can bark at a speaker phone to signal there’s an emergency
  • Finds help when his owner is in distress
  • Calms his owner during a psychiatric episode
  • Alerts his owner if there is a fire or other disaster
  • Assists owners with psychiatric disorders by spotting unwelcome stimuli
  • Helping owners with psychiatric disorders keep from self-harming

Thus, when one sees a service dog with or without his owner, there are important behaviors and responses to observe as service dogs are more than just pets.

2. Don’t Touch Service Dogs without Asking Permission

It’s natural to want to pet a friendly dog; however, service dogs are almost always “on duty” with their owners. Passersby who stop to pet the dog without asking permission from the owner could put the owner at risk as they are distracting the dog from his duties.

3. Speak to the Owner, Not the Dog


Once again, it goes against many dog-lovers’ nature to not speak to the dog. For the same reason that you shouldn’t pet a service dog without permission, you should also not speak to the dog—it could distract them.

3. Don’t Try to Feed the Service Dog

Food is also a distraction for dogs that are out with their owners. Even if you happen to have a pet snack or some kind of food that is approved to give to a stranger’s dog, resist the temptation to do so. Service dogs are well-treated. They are well-fed and get plenty of play time, which helps to keep them healthy and well-rounded. 

4. Keep Your Dog Away from the Service Dog

There are no guarantees for how two unfamiliar dogs will react to one another, so it is best to keep the service dog focused and to avoid any kind of conflict between animals by keeping your dog away from the service dog. You can always ask permission for your dog to greet the other dog, but it is important to respect the owner’s wishes if they say ‘no’.

5. Do Not Act Offended if You See a Service Dog in Stores, Restaurants, Etc.

There are many reports of people who act offended when they see service dogs in settings where animals are not usually allowed; however, the dog is there to assist his owner and knows not to do anything that will disrupt that environment. The best thing you can do when you see a service dog and his owner is to leave them be just as you would any other person.

6. Follow a Service Dog without His Owner

The exception to leaving service dogs be is if you see a service dog without his owner. If you do or if an owner-less service dog approaches you, assume there has been an emergency and follow the dog. The dog is well-trained and will lead you to the crisis. Responding with a sense of urgency could save someone’s life.
Dogs are incredible companions and deserve nothing but the best, which is why we at Wellness Pet Food are committed to creating natural, nurturing foods, snacks, and treats that support lifelong pet health and happiness.

Wellness Pet Food Employee Completes His First Ever Cat Adoption!

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Hi, I’m Rich, the Customer Marketing Manager for Wellness Pet Food. I consider myself a family man first and a marketer second. I started here a little over a year ago, and for the last few months, I was faced with my daughter’s daily requests to adopt a pet.

My coworkers can attest to how hesitant I was about bringing another pet or pets into the family. It’s been a while since my last pet, and since it’s such a big decision, it’s not one that I took lightly. but after talking with my coworkers at Wellness who are all animal lovers, I became compelled to take the plunge again into pet parenthood. And I’m glad I did! 

Pre-Adoption: Chase and Nadia Come Into Our Lives

As my daughter and wife were scanning for cats online, they discovered Chase’s photo. My daughter fell in love with Chase instantly. When they met Chase for the first time they discovered Nadia was Chase’s mom and that the adoption center really didn’t want to break the two apart. Since we were looking for both a male and female cat, one kitten, and one a young adult, it was a match made in heaven! 
 

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The first time we met Chase and Nadia at the shelter.

Adoption Day

We adopted Chase and Nadia on July 6. Nadia and Chase are originally from the Jersey Shore. The owners of Cat Tales Rescue in Seabrook, NH, learned of Chase and Nadia through a friend. They believe Nadia to be a Russian blue but since Nadia was discovered with just Chase in early May, they are not sure of her background – if she escaped from a home, or was a stray. Either way, it was time to bring them both home!

 

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My daughter with Chase, right before we brought him home!

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Welcome home, Chase!

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During the first hour Nadia came home, she started exploring.

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Chase is a typical young kitty–he started playing almost as soon as he got home!

All Settled In

Over the short time we’ve had them, they’ve quickly become part of the family. Chase and Nadia have already shown us what wonderful cats they are, and we’re so lucky to have them.

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Nadia was a little too excited for dinner. Can you spot what she did to the CORE bag?

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On day two, Nadia and Chase were fully settled into our home.

So, what does the Wellness Customer Marketing Manager feed his cats?

We spoil our growing kitties with CORE Kitten and CORE Original for dry, and switch up their diet with CORE pâté for kittens, CORE Simply Shreds varieties and CORE pâté. And for treats, we alternate between Kittles flavors. They love their food. They eat it right up! Be sure to try Rich’s favorites next time you’re shopping for your feline friends!

10 Pet Safe Indoor Plants to Beautify Your Living Space

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Nothing freshens your indoor environment like natural greenery. Many such plants are even known detoxifiers, but some plants (even the detoxifiers) are poisonous to cats and dogs; however, you can safely spruce up your interior with any one of these 10 pet-safe indoor plants.

Palms


Palms that perform well indoors (such as bamboo palms, areca palms, or dwarf date palms) add style and texture to your home. Not only that, but these palms also boost oxygen levels while removing various common toxins from your home’s air.

Spider Plant

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Like palms, spider plants add texture to any environment. Long—often variegated—leaves protrude from the plant’s center. Spider plants can hang in a pot or sit. Their sizes vary; the fact that they purify the surrounding air is an added benefit. 

Bamboo


Unless you’ve got an atrium or a courtyard, it’s probably best to go for the small, potted bamboo plants; however, bamboo not only creates an exotic aesthetic while serving as a detoxifier, it is also safe for cats and dogs. 

Boston Fern

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A homier plant that’s easy to keep alive and that looks great hanging from the ceiling is the Boston Fern. While ferns look lovely in any environment, keep in mind that not all ferns are pet-friendly.

Bromeliads


Bromeliads are a striking, colorful, tropical plant characterized by large, long green leaves and a brightly colored flower reminiscent of a pineapple. 

Lipstick Plant


Another popular, colorful pet safe plant is the Lipstick Plant (Aeschynanth). The plant is characterized by vibrant, glossy leaves and little flowers “peek” out of tubes, bearing a striking resemblance to lipstick in its tube. 

Christmas Cactus

christmas cactus pet safe
Don’t panic…unlike other types of cacti, Christmas cacti don’t have spikes or toxin dangerous to pets. Christmas cacti are small potted plants with small, colorful blooms. As suggested by their name, these plants flower around December, which is often a welcome pop of color during the winter.

African Violet


For a pop of year-round color, the African violet is an ideal choice. Placed in a warm location where there’s lots of light, African violets are very prolific non-toxic flowing plants.

Phalaenopsis Orchids

Orchid with cat
Not only are this varietal of orchids beautiful and not poisonous to cats or dogs, but their flowers are also edible. Consuming edible flora is a growing trend; though, most who grow Phalaenopsis orchids prefer them for their aesthetic, not their culinary, qualities.  

Many Succulents

succulents safe for pets
Succulents are a favorite of many who cultivate indoor plants. Among the pet-safe varieties are burros tail (sedum morganianum), haworthia, hens and chicks, echeveria, rosettes, etc. Some are, however, toxic. Before you get a new succulent or other plant, review the list of toxic plants available here on the ASPCA website. 

Keep pets from snacking on nontoxic indoor greenery by ensuring they’re fed a healthy diet rich in all-natural proteins such as those made by Wellness Pet Food. Visit our website to see wet and dry foods as well as snacks and treats. Wellness makes something for every cat or dog’s dietary needs. 

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23/07/2018

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