It’s estimated that 130,000 dogs end up at rehoming charities every single year. Battersea alone takes in an average of 13 every day while Dogs Trust cares for 15,000 each year. These are not small numbers, which is why these rescue services implore you to ‘adopt not shop.’ While giving a home to a dog […]
4 Pre-Adoption Considerations For Your Next Dog
Adopting a rescue dog is a great thing to do. It is the best way to bring a dog into your lives because you are giving a home to one that needs it the most. But there are some things that you need to consider before you head to the rehoming center to look at […]
What are the Advantages of Adopting an Adult Dog
Many prospective owners first think of getting a puppy when considering adding a canine pet to the household. Labor-intensive puppies are a good choice for some families, but for others, adopting an adult dog who has already had some training may be just the right choice. Advantages of Choosing an Adult Dog Puppies tend to […]
How To Welcome Your New Adopted Dog To The Family This Festive Season
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 bundle of furry joy can unite the family and inject new love into the home for years to come. While you’ll have years to enjoy the newest […]
Adoption Day? 4 Items to Buy as Soon as You Get Your New Dog
The number of pets being handed in at shelters each year in the U.S. Continues to grow with more than 6.5 million surrendered to shelters in 2018, according to the ASPCA. In the U.S., there are more than 1.6 million shelter dogs adopted each year with new pet parents needing to be prepared with all […]
10 Solid Reasons to Adopt a Pet
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 […]
Adopting a Dog? 4 Tips for Preparing Your Home for Your New Family Member
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 […]
Playful Paws: 4 Steps to Take After Adopting a Stray Dog or Cat
For any animal lover, seeing a stray animal in your neighborhood can pull at the heartstrings. Much like people, each animal has its own background and story. Every animal companion should have a home, but for many people, providing that home isn’t as easy as it sounds. According to the ASPCA, an estimated 6.5 million […]
The Benefits of Adopting a Senior Dog
When it comes to adopting a dog, it seems like puppies get most of the attention and focus, with adults coming in second place. You hardly ever hear about senior dogs. But seniors are actually just as great to adopt as younger dogs! They have a lot of life and love left to give, and […]
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The ASPCA is celebrating our 150th anniversary and in honor of this important milestone, we have launched 150 Days of Rescue, a nationwide action campaign that seeks to unite the country in making a difference in the lives of animals. As part of this initiative, kids and their families are encouraged to visit Join the campaigns […]
