Nov 27 2017
Let me clarify something, shelters do want you to adopt their animals. They want nothing more than their animals to be taken into warm, loving homes. But, there is an issue that arises when holidays are in the equation.
Nov 06 2017
New adopters are always excited to bring a new furry friend into their home, which is exactly what shelters want. Adopters that take an interest in their pets and find joy in adding them to their family is an enriching experience for the family and the pet. However, first-time pet owners can often underestimate the amount of care and knowledge needed to be a good owner. Here is a list of some common mistakes first-time pet owners make and how you can avoid them:
Oct 30 2017
Coming from an internship with a non-profit animal shelter, there are many questions I have heard over-and-over again. The people that come in to adopt are not always prepared about the process of adoption or what non-profits do. This post will discuss just a few of these frequently asked questions, which pertain to the overall idea of pet adoption, not the individual steps of the process.
Oct 16 2017
There is not always a solid understanding of what it means to buy, adopt, or rescue an animal. These words are often used and misused in the pet industry. This leads to confusion by those outside of the industry.
Oct 06 2017
Have you ever wondered why animal shelters/rescues don’t work with pet stores? There’s numerous reasons for that, but the one we are focusing on today is based on the idea of adopting, instead of shopping. Here are 10 reasons why it is better to adopt an animal, than to shop for one: