adoption
Our guide to animal adoption; learn why, where, and how to prepare to adopt a cat, kitten, dog or puppy from an animal shelter or rescue group.
A Brief History Of Dogs
There is no contradiction in the idea that, in the very beginning of man’s habitation of this world, he made a friend and companion of some kind of aboriginal representative of our modern dog, and that, in exchange for its assistance in protecting him from wilder animals and guarding his sheep and goats, he gave it a share of his food, a corner in his dwelling, and grew to trust and care for it. Originally, the animal was most likely just a particularly mild jackal, or an injured wolf pushed to seek safety in strange environs by its comrades from the wild marauding pack.It’s easy to see the relationship beginning with some pitiful whelps being carried home by early hunters to be cared for and grown by the women and children. Dogs brought into the home as toys for the kids would come to see themselves as family members and be treated as such.
Rescuing Etta James
On August 13, 2013, unbeknownst to me, I became a cat mom. While I was at work that day, my husband had spotted a Craigslist ad for a free cat. He thought the cat in the ad photo was cute, so he contacted the owner to follow up. They arranged to meet at the owner’s residence, which was in a troubled neighborhood south of city limits.
Anita GallagherPublished 13 days ago in Petlife
Why Do We Wait
Why do we wait? Why don’t we step in when we see the lives of the young headed for a tailspin? Why do we sit back in suburbs and condos looking down on those struggling and judge.
How My dog Opened My Heart To Love
I had been perceived as a distant person, who does not know how to give and receive love. Showing emotion is taboo for me. It’s as though it will take my pride away if I do.
Life LessonPublished about a month ago in Petlife
Fostering Hope
To be honest, I had never fully considered fostering a dog until a couple of months before I met Hope. I had this picture of it as a great and noble thing that I wasn't capable of. Then I started seeing frequent social media posts from Dogs Lives Matter - Saving NYC Dogs. This put the mission of fostering dogs into a whole new perspective for me. These weren't dogs that people brought home in hopes of keeping forever (though I would later learn just how common foster fails are!). These were dogs that were dying, that day, if nobody stepped up. I can't say I didn't know that somewhere deep down before, but seeing these listings day in and day out, including the mourning posts for those that never got saved, put things into perspective for me. My adopted dog, Melody, was dog-friendly, and I had the resources to feed another mouth; what was I doing sitting idly by while so many dogs waited in kill shelters for someone that never came?
Chelsea LynnePublished about a month ago in Petlife
Foster-Based Pet Rescues: What to Know & How to Help
What is a foster-based rescue? You may ask. The term “foster-based” could encompass a variety of rescue types. Some, like county shelters, can have foster programs, but what is the difference?
Gaia ProvidesPublished about a month ago in Petlife
Pet Friendly Travel: Top 5 Moving Day Tips for Pets
Pet Friendly Travel: Top 5 Moving Day It's transferring day for you and your pet! Your residence is all packed up and you are ready for the movers to arrive. You've long gone thru your pre-moving day pet checklist...new pet ID tags - check, pet journey provider - check, booked pet pleasant motels & lodging - check, etc... Although pre-moving steps are vital to assist make sure a stress free cross for you and your pet, you are no longer out of the woods yet!
Mukesh JaiswarPublished 2 months ago in PetlifeThe Importance of Loose Leash Walking
Dogs that pull on their leashes are often tricky and frustrating to walk. This can lead to problems such as the dog being walked too quickly and the owner becoming stressed and frustrated. One common issue dog owners face is walking a dog that pulls on its leash. This can be difficult and frustrating, not to mention dangerous if the dog gets too far ahead or runs after something. You can do different things to help train your dog to walk nicely on a leash.
Matthew AngeloPublished 2 months ago in Petlife
What To Look Out for When Choosing Your Perfect Pet Shop?
Choosing the right pet store can be quite difficult, especially for first time pet owners. That’s because there are a lot of pet shops out there, each offering something else to their clients. But if you know what to look for in a shop, you can make the right choice for both you and your bets animal friend.
Rottweiler
With his huge head, firmly muscled frame, and distinctly attractive black-and-tan colouring, the Rottweiler is one of the most identifiable breeds. He is knowledgeable, capable, and trustworthy. His supporters appear to be divided into two groups: those who regard their dogs to be huge, gentle love bugs, and those who wish they were anything else. Many people have been frightened off by news tales about lethal Rotties in the hands of unskilled or unscrupulous owners, but legitimate breeders are picking up the pieces and repairing the breed's image. A word of caution: this dog's strength and protectiveness should not be underestimated.
SivaprasadPublished 2 months ago in PetlifeJim Acosta's Duke
Recently CNN's Jim Acosta announced he has adopted a dog, Duke, and thanked Best Friends the largest no-kill sanctuary in the US for bringing Duke into his life. Duke is one pup among the 18 pets found in an abandoned house in Arkansas. In his tweet, Jim Acosta mentioned that all the other dogs have been successfully placed with foster families.
Yana BostongirlPublished 3 months ago in Petlife
These Rescued Paws
Rescue animals have always been a part of our family. Every single one of our dogs were from a shelter. Our cats were either strays my sister and I brought home, or also products of neglect, having found their furever home with us. We even acquired a senile horse to live out the rest of his days on the lush ten acres that made up my childhood home. And when my parents decided to downsize and relocate to a six-acre farm, they suddenly found themselves with a donkey and a miniature horse, and yes, both were rescues.
