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  • Pet-Proofing Your Home

    Dog and cats (especially kittens) can be very curious. But there are steps you can take to pet proof your home and keep your animals safe. Here’s how to keep…
  • Vaccinating Your Pet

    To protect your pet from contagious diseases, keep his essential vaccinations up-to-date. This is important even if your pet is kept mostly indoors. There is also always a risk that…
  • Winter Care Tips for Dog and Cat Owners

    When its cold outside, extra precautions are required to ensure your pet’s well-being. Follow these tips to keep your pet warm and cozy during these chilly months. THE OUTDOOR FACTOR…
  • Pets in Rental Housing

    Approximately 6 million animals end up in shelters each year and moving-related issues are among the most common reasons for pet relinquishment. An extensive analysis based on 1.1 million classifiable…
  • Pets and Seniors

    Scientific research has demonstrated the link between human-animal interaction and healthy aging. Seniors having pets can improve their health and more! IMPROVED Health Pet ownership is one of the most…
  • Animal Abuse

    Last Updated: May 2022 ANIMAL NEGLECT STEP 1: EVALUATE THE SITUATION When attempting to evaluate what you may believe to be a case of animal neglect, take another look more…
  • Are You Ready to Own a Pet?

    Last updated: May 2022 As soon as you enter an animal shelter, the temptation to adopt will be great. That’s why it’s so important to consider whether bringing an animal…
  • Cold-Weather Pet Tips

    People who live in areas experiencing cold weather and winter storms need to take extra precautions to keep their animals safe. Pets left to fend for themselves in cold weather…
  • Disaster Preparedness for Shelters

    Disasters can be as diverse as a barn collapse, train derailment, drought, blizzard, explosion, or any situation that leaves animals helpless and without care. As the animal care facility in…
  • Foreclosure Pets

    The economy impacts everything — even pets. A growing number of animals are becoming victims of the economic downturn and the housing foreclosure crisis. Animal shelters, rescue groups and animal…