Did you know ...
1 in 4 shelter dogs are purebred and breed-specific rescue groups exist for every breed?
Many pets at your local shelter are waiting for new homes because they were obtained by someone with unrealistic expectations of the time, effort, and money required to sustain a lifelong relationship with their pet?
Most dogs sold in pet stores, through multiple breed newspaper ads, or over the Internet come from “puppy mills,” where dogs are bred solely for profit, are kept in abhorrent conditions, and are frequently denied adequate veterinary care?
That the cost of spaying and neutering a pet is less than the cost of raising puppies or kittens for one year?
The average cost of basic food, supplies, medical care and training for a dog or cat is $400 to $700 annually?
Studies conducted around the world have concluded that all other factors being equal, pet owners live longer, healthier lives than non-pet owners?
What To Do When You Find a Stray Dog or Cat - You're driving your car when you see a dog on the side of the road. With a sinking feeling, you realize he's alone. What should you do?
What to Consider Before Adopting a Pet - Sharing your home with a four-legged friend can be one of life's greatest joys. But only if you think through your decision before you adopt a companion.
Adopting from an Animal Shelter or Rescue Group - Animal shelters are your best source for pet adoptions. They not only ensure healthy animals, but they can help find the best match between human and pet.
Preparing Your Home for Your New Pet – These household and training tips will get you on your way to having it all—furry love and a tidy home.
Why You Should Spay or Neuter Your Pet - Spaying or neutering your pet is an important decision for pet owners. As animal lovers who value our pets, it is important to understand the impact of this decision.
Choosing a Dog Trainer - Too many dogs are given up after their normal, easily modifiable behaviors are allowed to become problems. But it doesn't have to be this way.
Animal Poison Control Center – Everything you need to know about animal poison-related emergencies and keeping your companion animal safe.
Disaster Planning Can Save Your Pet in an Emergency - No matter where you live, the unexpected can occur. Disasters come in all forms. From terrorist attacks to floods, emergencies occur in all parts of the country, which means that everyone should have a disaster plan for their family—including one for pets.
..........HSUS - Disaster Preparedness for Pets
..........ASPCA - Disaster Preparedness for Pets
..........FEMA - Disaster Preparedness for Pets
How to Cope with the Loss of a Pet – Sadly, companion animals do not live as long as people do. Sooner or later, everyone who cares for a pet must face the illness, old age or accidental death of their beloved animal friend.
