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Dog Adoption Tip #1: Are you ready?
My first tip is really about making sure that you are ready for the responsibility of dog parenting. And really - it’s more of an explanation than a tip. Here it is: Adopting a dog means committing yourself to the…..
Category Archives: Adoption
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Put Yourself in Their Paws
Whether you’re participating in a rescue relay, fostering, or adopting – at some point you will most likely have a scared, skittish and/or shy dog on your hands. We don’t always know what they’ve been through, but just like humans,…..
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Mayan Families
We want to introduce you to Mayan Families. Mayan Families works to educate, feed, shelter and heal the impoverished populations of Lake Atitlán region in Guatemala. They are an accredited 501(c)(3) non-governmental organization, whose mission is to facilitate enduring, sustainable programs that promote community development. The…..
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How Working Parents Can Add a Pet to the Family Home
Written by: Jessica Brody, OurBestFriends Let’s face it. As parents, we’ve all heard it before. That sweet, innocent voice of our beloved child asking: “Mommy, can I keep him?” Or the almost angelic pleading: “Daddy, can we get a puppy?” Yes,…..
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Responsible Pet Owners Month
February is Responsible Pet Owners Month and we are sharing 8 tips to help you be a responsible pet owner! Pets are an important part of our lives and even a part of our families, so it is important to make…..
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Adopt A Senior Pet Month
Looking for another reason to bring home a new furry friend? Well then today is your lucky day because we're here to tell you that November is Adopt A Senior Pet Month! While kittens and puppies are cute and cuddly,…..
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If You Give A Dog A Home…
Have you ever wondered how it would feel if you decided to give an animal a place to call home? We're here to tell you that there is nothing quite like it! Whether it is happiness, love, or companionship that…..
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January 24th Is Change A Pet’s Life Day!
January 24th , Change A Pet's Life Day, is an entire day dedicated to encouraging shelter pet adoption, spreading awareness of shelter animal issues, along with recognizing the amazing volunteers, shelter workers, and rescue workers that help to make a…..