A dog is for life, not just for Christmas. Nonetheless, the holiday season is a very popular time for introducing a pet to the home. After all, the new adopted dog can unite the family and inject new love into the home for years to come. While you’ll have years to enjoy the newest family …
Fostering an animal involves taking care of it until it is ready to be permanently adopted out. The “foster parent” will usually work with a rescue group or animal shelter. They will have to care for the animal in all ways – and that includes taking it to the vet if it gets sick or …
Giving kittens a new home is one of the best things that you can do to help the animal population and reduce the number of cats that are euthanized. Before bringing any new kittens home, it’s advisable to prepare your living space the right ways so that you and your kittens will remain comfortable. Here …
The number of pets being handed in at shelters each year in the U.S. continues to grow. In the U.S., there are more than 1.6 million shelter dogs adopted each year. New pet parents need to be prepared with all the new pet essentials and a few treats on adoption day. Collar and Leash The …
Dogs and cats are just the most adorable animals that ever were. They have a well-earned reputation for loyalty and love. If you’d like to bring an animal into your home please adopt your pet from a local animal shelter. Shelter pets are well-behaved! Almost never is a pet ever put in a shelter because …
Animal rescue organizations do great work, but their job is never done. There are always more animals to help, and the journey from rescue to forever home can be a long one. Sadly, not every animal completes the trip. In the United States alone, approximately 2.7 million animals are euthanized each year. If you have the space, …
Our pets are living longer than ever thanks to improvements in veterinary medicine and better owner care. The American Veterinary Medical Association has a chart to help you determine when your dog is considered elderly. Here are four tips to keep your senior dog happy and healthy into their golden years. Schedule Regular Vet Visits …
Adopting a dog is an exciting adventure for you and your family. There are some important items to consider before bringing him or her home though. No matter which breed of dog you are adopting, keeping him or her safe from hazards that can occur in life should be your priority. For example, some pet …