SKOOL NEWS

The August editions of our magazines are now in production, and this is your opportunity to be part of something special! Simcha Healthcare Digest and Simcha Pet Physiology Digest are looking for: Community Spotlight - Tell us about your Skool community and what makes it unique. Member Spotlight - Know someone making a difference? We want to share their story. Pet of the Month - Show off your amazing dog, cat, horse, rabbit, bird, or other beloved companion. Community Advertising - Promote your Skool community, business, products, services, events, books, or special offers to our growing audience. Whether you're building a thriving community, celebrating an incredible member, or simply want the world to meet your four-legged (or feathered!) best friend, we'd love to feature you. Together, let's celebrate the people, pets, and communities that inspire us every day. Interested in being featured or advertising? Send me a message today! Space in our August issues is limited, and I'd love to showcase YOU. Asha Hope was our July featured Skool member. Read his story and his journey.

THIS is what I mean about fireworks! 🥹 An off-duty Fresno County Sheriff’s Office K9 was hit and killed by a car after a firework exploded near the dog, causing it to run into the street on the Fourth of July, the sheriff’s office announced Sunday. K9 Santi was a 5-year-old Belgian Malinois who had served with the Fresno County Sheriff’s Office for four years. “Around 8:30 pm, the deputy let Santi into the backyard to go pee,” the Fresno County Sheriff’s Office said. “During this time, an aerial mortar exploded nearby, startling Santi, causing him to run toward the fence, which he completely jumped over.” Santi’s handler chased after the dog, shouting for him to return. But the dog continued to run from the exploding fireworks. https://ktla.com/news/california/sheriffs-k9-hit-killed-by-car-after-firework-startles-dog/

MYTH: Hairballs are just a normal part of being a cat. FACT: While an occasional hairball can happen, frequent hairballs are not something to ignore. They may be your cat's way of telling you that something deeper is going on. Hairballs can be associated with: An imbalanced gut microbiome Poor digestion Dehydration Inflammation Nutritional deficiencies Stress or anxiety Other underlying health concerns Instead of simply treating the hairball, ask yourself: "Why is my cat swallowing so much hair, and why isn't their digestive system moving it through normally?" At Simcha Hub of Pet Physiology, we believe in looking beyond the symptom and understanding the physiology behind it. Every hairball is a clue, and clues help us better support our pets' long-term health. A healthy digestive system, healthy skin, and a balanced microbiome all work together to help reduce excessive hairballs. Professor C. Nugget's Wisdom: "Your pet's body is always communicating. Our job is to learn its language."

Today we pause to honor the pets who forever changed our lives. They may have walked beside us for only part of our journey, but the love they gave remains with us every single day. Their wagging tails, gentle purrs, happy greetings, silly antics, and unconditional devotion become part of who we are. For those who have loved and lost a beloved companion, know that your grief is a reflection of a bond that was truly extraordinary. Love like that never disappears, it simply changes form. Today, light a candle, share a favorite photo, tell a cherished story, or simply take a quiet moment to remember the paw prints that will always remain on your heart. To every pet who has crossed the Rainbow Bridge, thank you for your loyalty, your comfort, your joy, and your unconditional love. You were never "just a pet." You were family. You were loved. You are remembered. You are missed. Remember to share them on our Memorial Page, the name and a photo of a pet you'll never forget in the comments. https://www.skool.com/simcha-hub-of-pet-physiology-5304/about