- Cats That Act Like Dogs: Best Cat Breeds To Adopt if You Also Love Dogs
Whether you’re a dog person or a cat person, you likely have some ingrained ideas about both species. We often think of cats as low-maintenance and independent animals who rarely show affection, while dogs are considered the extroverts of the pet world, with loyal, playful, and cuddly dispositions. Believe it or not, many cat breeds […]
- Can You Foster or Adopt During the Coronavirus Quarantine?
Schools are closed, restaurants are closed, gatherings are limited, and many people are avoiding public places altogether — life as we know it has changed dramatically over the last few days thanks to the coronavirus pandemic (COVID-19). Unfortunately, animal shelters and rescues have also been impacted by the disruptions caused by COVID-19. Shelters Temporarily […]
- 5 Reasons Cats Are Given Up for Adoption — and How to Avoid These Problems
Article reposted with permission from Vetstreet. Written by Dr. Marty Becker, DVM. My career as a veterinarian — and really, my entire life — has been all about celebrating what I call “The Bond,” that amazing connection we have with our pets. But even as I’ve made a life’s work out of The Bond, I am […]
- Cat Behavior: Socializing Cats with Other Cats
Can you modify cat behavior with other cats so they become friends? Cats are wonderfully complex creatures. If you’re reading this article, it may be because you adopted a new cat or are thinking about adopting a new cat, and you have another cat or cats and are looking for tips to help all your cats […]
- Pet Insurance is a Good Investment
Adopting a dog or cat is one of the most rewarding things you will ever experience but being a pet parent is also a big responsibility! Your new furry, family member will provide you with endless amounts of love, but they are 100% reliant on you as their pet parent. Being a good pet parent […]
- Your New Cat or Kitten’s First Day
Congratulations! You must be so excited about bringing your newly adopted cat or kitten! I imagine that’s why you’re here, reading this blog article about the 1st day with your new cat (or kitten). Maybe you adopted one already from a shelter, and are just waiting for him (or her!) to get fixed so you […]
- Top Tips on Introducing Your New Kitten to Your Current Pets
Photo by: Freddie Marriage on Unsplash New kittens are sweet, snuggly, and downright irresistible! If you already have a resident cat or dog, though, you might hesitate: Will all of the animals get along? What if your newest furry friend gets hurt by a territorial cat or a rambunctious dog? What if your older pet […]
- How Shelters Prepare Your Cat for Adoption
By Dr. Dan Carey, Bayer Veterinarian Lights, camera … adoption! There’s nothing like changing a life, unless it’s saving a life. The photos are taken, social updates are posted and you’re finally on your way home. First steps Playtime, mealtime, downtime: Your shelter’s staff interacts with your cat, gets to know his temperament, […]
- You can’t buy love but you can rescue it
SO true! Love cannot be bought. But, boy oh boy, can it be rescued!!! The beauty seen here is Fanny, an awesome dog who was available for adoption in Hollywood, California from The Mutt Scouts — she’s been adopted, yay! You can see her ADOPTED profile and other cuties who are still available for adoption at The Mutt Scouts here. If […]
- Do kittens get a “kitten pass” when introduced to other cats?
You may have heard that kittens get a “kitten pass” when introduced to other cats. Is that true? Yes and no – it depends on their personalities and experiences. It’s true that some adult cats who do not get along with other adult cats will be less upset when they first meet a kitten. Here […]