Bringing Home Your New Dog When you finally take home the dog you’ve been searching for, it’s the first step to a new life together. Walks, playtime, treats and attention go a long way to building a strong bond. There are many ways anew dog ownercan help their pet settle into the...
There are many benefits of adopting an adult dog over a puppy. Yes, yes, yes. I know puppies are super cute. BUT they are alsoa tonof work and their adorable puppy stage really doesn’t last that long. Adopting an adult dog means that you’ll likely get to skip the chewing and hou...
There’s plenty to consider when adopting a senior pet including a host of great benefits. For many, their temperament and health conditions are already understood and it’s easy to know if they would get along with your other pet(s) or child. They tend to require less training as they ...
What to Expect When Adopting a Doganswers questions like: :: Whether dog adoption is right for you :: How to adopt a dog from a shelter or rescue group. :: How to prepare your home for a new furry member. :: How to integrate your new pup into your home, family and lifestyle. ...
What to Expect When Adopting a Doganswers questions like: :: Whether dog adoption is right for you :: How to adopt a dog from a shelter or rescue group. :: How to prepare your home for a new furry member. :: How to integrate your new pup into your home, family and lifestyle. ...
When adopting, the more you know, the better.Factor in their breed mix. The shelter might guess your dog is a certain breed or breed mix based on how they look. But visual identification is wrong up to 75% of the time. So, if possible, work with a shelter that DNA tests their dog...
While it’s important to consider the traits that’ll complement your family, try not to have tunnel vision because any dog can turn your head. You may find a mellow boxer with whom you feel an instant connection when you had planned on getting a pug. Or, you might fall in love with...
I know it’s hard to hear things like this, but it is necessary to let this number sink in. Only after you allow yourself to REALLY understand the severity of the situation can you realize why adoption matters. When you decide on adopting a dog, you’re not only getting a new best ...
Cat, dog, rescue or not — if you’re thinking of adopting, you need to be sure it’s the right time for you and your family to welcome a new addition into the home. A pet of any kind is for life, and adopting an animal means you’ll be committing to care for and love them ...
To help you make your decision, there are several things to consider and a few questions you'll want to ask (more details about this in the section below, titled "Questions to Ask Before Adopting a Dog.") When you've decided on a dog, the shelter will have you fill out some basic ...