Senior animals are often overlooked by visitors at the shelter. Potential adopters are usually looking for younger pets to take home, and quickly pass by the graying fur of older animals. There are many misconceptions surrounding senior pets in shelters. People...
Animal shelters are changing. As the number of pets adopted from shelters goes up, animal intake numbers go down, and euthanasia rates decrease, the duties of the animal shelter begin to shift. With successful spay and neuter programs taking place all over the...
What do you think of when you hear the word “Halloween”? Candy? Pumpkins? Haunted houses? For many of us, the first thing we think of is COSTUMES! Halloween is the one time of year when you’re allowed, even encouraged, to dress up, no matter your age. But why should...
Adopting a pet can be daunting, and there are many questions when deciding what kind of pet is right for you and your family. Am I going to be able to provide the right environment for this pet? Will I enjoy having this kind of pet? Does my lifestyle fit the needs of...
There’s no doubt about it, Pitties have gotten a bad reputation in our society. They are mislabeled as highly aggressive, dangerous dogs. The truth is, the exact opposite is almost always the case. In honor of Pit Bull Awareness Month, we’re de-bunking some popular...
