By Savannah Admire Michela Ravasio / Stocksy Whether in your neighborhood, at your workplace, or just around town, you’ve likely come across more than one stray cat. Around two to three million cats end up in animal shelters and rescues each year, and there are an estimated 30 to 80 million free-roaming cats in the […]
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BY SAVANNAH ADMIRE Mary H. Swift / Alamy Stock Photo Adopting any pet is a big decision, but a cat with special needs is even more of a commitment. Whether they deal with blindness, deafness, or a neurological disorder, a cat with a disability requires extra care and attention. At the end of the day […]
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By Daniela Lopez YouraPechkin / AdobeStock Are you considering adopting a large breed dog? Breeds such as the Great Dane, the Mastiff, and the Great Pyrenees are big boys that can quite literally fill a home, so it makes sense to give them a name to match. These pups are not only physically impressive but also […]
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Exploring new places with your pets often includes spending time outdoors. And being out in nature means you’re more likely to run into stinging insects. In this post you’ll learn what to do if your dog or cat is stung by a bee. No one likes being stung. At the very least, it’s going […]
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Bo Bo / Stocksy One of the joys of having a dog is sinking your hands into their fluff, and it’s okay to admit that. Of course, when looking to adopt a dog, you should consider temperament, size, exercise needs, and more — but why not consider how furry they are, too? Studies show petting […]
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By Alicia Kort Larisa Stefanjuk / Shutterstock Beauty is in the eye of the beholder, so we don’t believe that any dog breed is truly ugly — they’re all cute and endearing in their own ways. But certain dog breeds can look a little … more unique than others. They might be totally hairless, hairless […]
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At Adopt a Pet, we’re grateful for our senior pups of all shapes and sizes. As our dogs age, the special care that they require often changes. To keep your best friend healthy and happy in their wiser years, our friends at Nationwide® Pet Insurance have valuable care tips to share from their claims database […]
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By Kari Paul Courtesy Oakland Animal Services October is a month of dwindling sunlight, changing leaves, and fun fall traditions. It is also Adopt a Shelter Dog Month: an event that could not be coming at a better time for Oakland, California, where city shelters are facing a nearly unprecedented crisis, running out of space […]
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By Julie Zeilinger Jimena Roquero / Stocksy Adopting a pet is a heartwarming and rewarding experience. While the adoption process for cats, dogs, or any other pet may vary from one shelter or rescue organization to another, one thing remains consistent: You’ll go through an adoption process that will almost certainly involve filling out pet […]
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By Nancy Kay, DVM Melissa Ross / Stocksy Halloween can be incredibly enjoyable — for us humans, that is. Think about it from the perspective of your pets: The ridiculous costumes they are forced to wear and scary sights and sounds, such as the horror show of constant doorbell rings over and over again. For […]
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When you can’t travel with your pets, knowing that a caring pet sitter is watching them makes your trip more enjoyable. And with these tips, finding a great pet sitter is a cinch! Most people love traveling with their pets. But when your itinerary includes events that aren’t pet friendly, you might need some […]
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By Alicia Kort Westend61 GmbH / Alamy Stock Photo There are plenty of pups out there who can handle the cold weather much better than humans can. Many dogs were bred to work jobs in cold climates, including guarding livestock, herding, and pulling sleds across the tundra. Their fluffy, voluminous coats not only inspire most humans […]
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Who doesn’t love finding new ways to have fun with their pup? Here’s an idea — support your local minor league or college hockey team at a dog friendly “Pucks and Paws” game! Dreaming up new things for you to do with your pets and sharing that information is our passion. So when we […]
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