Adopting the Right Dog or Cat for You
Falling in love with a certain shelter dog or cat, and want to adopt him? That’s great — but first of all, find out if
Underdog Animal Rescue and Rehab
Underdog Animal Rescue and Rehab takes in animals of all ages – including litters of young pups! In most cases, puppies and adult dogs are
6 things to consider before gifting a dog for Christmas
Are you thinking about buying yourself or someone else a dog for Christmas? Consider these things first! Adding a puppy to your family is not
So you’ve decided to adopt a pet during COVID-19…
Have you welcomed a new cat or dog into your home during the COVID-19 pandemic? Follow these expert tips to help her thrive! In the
Quick tips to prepare for your new rescue dog
Congratulations – your new rescue dog is coming home! Here’s a few tips that will help you make it an easy, joyful experience for both
The dog adoption experience
A comprehensive look at what to know and expect when adopting a dog from a shelter or rescue. Over the years, I have been employed
When we love animals “too much” — coping with compassion fatigue
If you work with animals on a daily basis, you may be familiar with compassion fatigue, the emotional distress and burnout that come from trying
Program benefits travelers and rescue dogs
Mutual Rescue’s Doggy Day Out program is helping rescue dogs and humans across the country! Do you miss your dog on the road? Ever wish
Does your pet have a microchip? He may be required to get one in 2020
As of January 1st, 2020, a Montreal bylaw requires all dogs, cats and rabbits over six months old to receive an identification microchip. Have you
Quality time with foster families can improve adoption rates in shelters
Many dogs in shelter environments come from troubled pasts, which decreases their likelihood of being adopted. Here’s how one organization’s unique foster program is helping them
Rehabilitation for rescue dogs
A behind-the-scenes look at the physical, mental and emotional rehabilitation efforts that give shelter and rescue dogs a second chance at life. While some dogs
Pet leasing ban passed in New York
Beware of pet leasing! Offered by some pet stores as a way for customers to take puppies home without buying them, these financing plans are
Parvo ward saves 500 sick puppies
How one woman’s philanthropic efforts is saving puppies with parvovirus. Parvovirus leads to the euthanasia of many puppies in shelters. Without a quarantined space to
“Make-A-Wish Foundation” for animals
Mckenzi Taylor is a childhood leukemia survivor who has dedicated her life to saving sick, injured and abused animals — and her story is inspiring
Walking and exercise programs make shelter dogs more adoptable
Daily walks and exercise help more rescue and shelter dogs find forever homes by giving them physical and mental stimulation and teaching them valuable skills
Using social petworking to help animals in need
Every June, we celebrate Social Petworking Month in an attempt to like, send and share our way toward a brighter future for homeless animals. Here’s
Animal rescue groups respond to California wildfires
The wildfires spreading across California have destroyed over 100,000 acres of land in just over a week. As firefighters put their resources into battling the
Behavior modification for shelter dogs
Combined with quality care, positive training programs for shelter dogs can help increase adoption rates and ensure successful integration into forever homes. Understanding this vital
Animals aiding with eating disorder recovery
In her book, Pound for Pound, San Diegan Shannon Kopp shares her empowering story of how animals, particularly Pit Bulls, played a key role in her self-discovery and
How to responsibly re-home your dog or cat
Certain extenuating circumstances can make re-homing your pet unavoidable. But how you re-home your pet is up to you, and there are ways to do
Rescue animals only in Sacramento pet stores
On May 16th, Sacramento, California passed a law that all animals in pet stores must come from rescues or shelters. Joining 213 cities across 18
Shelter Me: Community Matters
Shelter Me is an uplifting film series that celebrates shelter pets and the people who help them. Shelter Me partners with animal welfare groups to organize effective spay-neuter clinics and humane
Animal Wellness visits Iqaluit Humane Society
Iqaluit Humane Society needs your help! Recently, our Publisher, Tim Hockley, his wife and Editor-in-chief, Dana Cox, and their son Tristan visited the Iqaluit Humane
4 ways Reiki can help shelter animals
Shelter dogs and cats are under a lot of stress. Reiki can relieve their discomfort and even make them more adoptable. Animal shelters are stressful
Rescue made easy
The shelter isn’t the only place to go. Rescue organizations are finding homes for more animals by bringing adoptable dogs and cats to special events
Outdoor Cats Debate — Part I
Addressing problems caused by feral, stray and free-roaming felines – and finding solutions that benefit both cats and communities. Over the past few years, we
Rescuing Romania’s stray dogs
Romania has been through a lot of upheaval over the last two decades, and its homeless animals have suffered more than most. ROLDA brings hope
Choosing a service dog
If you or someone you know wants a service dog, how do you choose the right one? Melanie wanted to get a service dog for
Prison program helps dogs and inmates
Offenders train shelter dogs for adoption thanks to successful prison programs that give both inmates and animals a second chance in life. When most people
A rescue for pets with disabilities
Visit a special rescue where animals with disabilities can find a caring home — and teach people they can still love and enjoy life. Normally,
Black dog syndrome
The term ‘black dog syndrome’ is sometimes used to describe feelings of depression, but it can also refer to a very real phenomenon often seen
Adopting a dog online
The internet makes it easier than ever to find the right companion. But, make sure these online sites have the best interests of the animals