adoption
Adopting a Dog? Here’s Why a Good Bed Should Be on Your List
It’s basically a safe space to comfort your pup.
Behavior & Training
How to Know if Your Current Pet Is Ready for a New Friend
It’s never a good idea to force a new pet into the household. Here’s how to make sure your resident pet is prepared for this change.
Adoption Advice
Lifestyle
Is It OK to Adopt a Dog Who Looks Just Like Your Dog Who’s Passed?
It’s not a black-and-white answer.
Lifestyle
A Step-by-Step Guide to Adopting a Cat
From where to begin looking to what the adoption process entails to how to prepare your home for your new pet.
Adoption Advice
Adopting a Dog? Here’s Why a Good Bed Should Be on Your List
It’s basically a safe space to comfort your pup.
Behavior & Training
behavior-training
Why Does Your Cat Follow You to the Bathroom?
Uh, do you need anything, kitty?
Behavior & Training
7 Ways to Stop Your Dog from Scavenging on Walks
If your dog tries to scarf down literally everything in sight, you need this advice.
Behavior & Training
How to Stop Your Dog From Ripping Up Their Toys
How to teach your dog to enjoy, not destroy, their toys.
Behavior & Training
Why Does Your Cat Follow You to the Bathroom?
Uh, do you need anything, kitty?
Breeds & Mixes
Breed Info
11 Dogs Like Pugs: Small, Loving Breeds to Adopt
Love the Pug’s charm? These similar breeds offer the same affectionate, Velcro dog personality, with a unique twist.
Breed Info
The 20 Most Trainable Dog Breeds (and Breed Mixes)
From Border Collies to Golden Retrievers, we’ll point you toward the breeds who excel in obedience.
Pet Wellness
Do Hypoallergenic Dogs Really Exist?
Veterinarian Dr. Shea Cox separates fact from fiction when it comes to low-shedding breeds.
Pet Wellness
lifestyle
Follow These 4 Pet-Safe Pest Control Tips for Your Summer Garden
You need to be extra careful if your dog or cat is your gardening assistant.
Pet Wellness
How to Get Rid of Fleas — Proven Home Remedies
You can stop your home from becoming a literal flea circus.
Pet Wellness
When Drinking Too Much Water Is Deadly
How to keep your swim fan safe.
Lifestyle
Follow These 4 Pet-Safe Pest Control Tips for Your Summer Garden
You need to be extra careful if your dog or cat is your gardening assistant.
Fostering & Volunteering
Foster & Volunteer
Fostering Kittens: Tips, Prep, and What to Expect
Learn how to start fostering — your home could be exactly what a vulnerable kitten needs to survive and thrive.
Adoption Advice
How to Find Short-Term Foster Care for Your Dog
When life gets into the way, there are temporary options for pet care until you are ready to resume pup parenthood.
Foster & Volunteer
24 Questions You Should Ask Before Fostering a Cat
Thinking about fostering a cat? Consider these questions.
Shelters & Rescue
shelter-rescue
This Minnesota Shelter Is Bringing Adoptable Animals to Schools, Nursing Homes, and Businesses
This program, called Pawsitive Connections, is a win-win for people and pets.
Shelters & Rescue
Want a Hiking Buddy? These 4 Adoptable Atlanta Dogs Are Ready to Hit the Trail
These energetic pups are searching for families who love exploring as much as they do.
Shelters & Rescue
What’s a Courtesy Listing?
Here’s how to fully understand this type of pet-adoption listing — and decide if it’s the right choice for you.
Shelters & Rescue
This Minnesota Shelter Is Bringing Adoptable Animals to Schools, Nursing Homes, and Businesses
This program, called Pawsitive Connections, is a win-win for people and pets.
Rehome
Rehome
Where Can I Surrender My Cat For Free?
Typically, animal control requires a fee for accepting surrendered animals. Here’s what you should know about surrendering a cat for free.
Rehome
Is It Ever Okay to Return a Dog to a Shelter?
There are many resources to help new pet parents troubleshoot even the most frustrating adoption issues. But if those still don’t help, here’s what to do next.