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.
Cats and Dogs... Gotta Love Them
They are cute and furry and make great roommates. “Cats and dogs, cats and dogs,” sometimes they get along, or they fight to claim the position of “best buddy.” These two species have a special place in our lives. I know mine do. My cat, Amber, is a grayish brown tabby and my dog, Rozi, is a corgi mix. My two animals get along sometimes, but they fight to get pretty much anything, from scraps of food to the best comfy spot on the couch.
stephanie borgesPublished 6 years ago in PetlifeMcComb Animal Shelter
Here's some paws-itively good news! The McComb Animal Shelter is hosting an open house on Thursday April 26 from 1:30-6:30 PM and we want you to come visit! The open house is to invite the community to observe the positive changes the shelter has undergone and to see our continued project goals as well as our beloved fur babies. As a daily volunteer at the shelter, I can say that the Animal Control staff are working extremely hard to prepare for this event. From hanging decorations to extensive cleaning, we're grooming our shelter and furry sweethearts for you to come and have a look-see!
Madison VanNessPublished 6 years ago in PetlifeDogs, Dogs, Dogs!
About 5-6 years ago, my father took me to a house many miles from my own, after discovering a beautiful brownish red coloured dog on an adoption site. He was beautiful, and my whole family fell in love with him when we brought him home, but when I first saw him, I was on cloud nine right away.
Jennifer McIntoshPublished 6 years ago in Petlife10 Reasons You Should Adopt A Puppy Today
Dogs literally make the world go round—fight me on this. They're playful, super loving, so adorable, goofy at times, and amazing at cuddling. While they're basically a member of the family the second you adopt one, puppies comes with a lot of benefits. I'm talking about keeping you fit, being responsible in caring for something that's alive, and also cheering you up when you've had the worst day.
Jennifer VioletPublished 6 years ago in PetlifeI Have an Imaginary Dog for a Very Good Reason
When I was a child, a dog was always out of the question. My father wanted to buy an illegal exotic pet whilst my mother would say she was allergic to dogs and cats. We settled on a jar full of worms that I collected from the garden and eventually a goldfish with suicidal tendencies. After the death of my worms at the hands of my sisters, I was left alone with Bob the goldfish. I would chat to him for hours and in return he would commit suicide by jumping down the back of the freezer. Bob II would replace him and he lasted a relatively long time before his accidental death. It was my birthday and a shiny 50 pence coin would fall from my hand and into the tank, striking Bob II and dealing the goldfish a fatal blow.
Johnny VedmorePublished 6 years ago in PetlifeThe Time I Got a Dog
It was September and I was in grade 11; by this time my sister and me had accepted the fact that we were never going to get a dog. My dad's work friend proposed that we get a pug puppy because her daughter's dog had just had a litter. My dad jokingly asked and of course we begged him to get one for us, but my dad dismissed the idea, because he did not want something tiny licking his shoes.
From Abandonment to 'Furever' Home
It is hard to believe that anyone would want to abandon an animal. It is hard to believe that maybe maternal instinct sometimes does not click in the animal kingdom. We are inundated with animal welfare media, whether it is the gut-wrenching ASPCA commercials, the posts on Facebook on lost animals, the news articles online about animal cruelty offenders actually going to jail (HURRAY!), and let us not forget the puppy mills and illegal trades. Of course—if you are like me—if you had the means, you would be going out there and rescuing every animal that has had such misfortune. But while the reality of living and financial needs keeps you from turning your tiny studio apartment from becoming a mini sanctuary for animals, sometimes your heartstrings will pull taut until you feel that they will absolutely snap and you will melt into a puddle of goo that says "GIVE ME, I WILL LOVE YOU!"
Jennifer KaspinPublished 6 years ago in Petlife- Top Story - February 2018
The Complete Guide to Adopting a Dog
You wake up one morning and you want a dog! Great! But now what? Adopting a dog has changed as technology has advanced. Now instead of going to the local pound to get a dog, you can go online and look at hundreds of adoptable dogs. But how do you apply? And what are the things that they don't tell you about adopting a dog?
Natalie RosePublished 6 years ago in Petlife How a Little Rescue Cat Changed My Life
"Aww, look...this one is called Breadbun...what a brilliant name for a cat," I squealed, reading the adoption pages of a local cat and dog shelter.
Laura AlexaPublished 6 years ago in PetlifeGive an "Aggressive" Dog a Chance
Operator: "Hello, Los Angeles County Animal Shelter. How may I help you?"Me: "Yes, I am calling to make sure that dog #A------- is in your facility." (Sorry I don't remember his actual Identifier).Operator: "Um, yes. It looks like he is here but I have to warn you, he is labeled as Aggressive. You may not be able to see him."Me: "Why was he labeled aggressive?"Operator: "He snapped at a volunteer, so he may be un-viewable."Me: "I'm on my way. Thank you."
Jessi VierraPublished 6 years ago in PetlifeRyker Camden
Adopting an animal can be one of the most rewarding things in life. "Adopt not shop" has been a motto that I have lived most of my life by. On July 14th, 2016, my life changed forever when I adopted the love of my life, Ryker.
Mackenzie CoberleyPublished 6 years ago in Petlife- Top Story - January 2018
Being a Dog Mom Changed My Life
After debating whether being a full-time college student, part-time worker, and a full-time social butterfly would leave enough room to be a proper "full-time dog mom," I took a leap of faith into what I felt like was actual motherhood, and ended up adopting (I recommend adopting from your local shelter) an animal who has seemed to rescue ME more than I have rescued it.
Kennedy BrownPublished 6 years ago in Petlife