Adopting a dog is a huge decision and it can be daunting. Navigating the world of shelters, online ads, and vet records isn't easy, but knowing signs to watch out for that a dog isn't the right match ...

Many pet parents assume that dog adoption red flags only refer to obvious behavior problems, such as aggression or biting. However, successful dog adoption goes beyond basic dog behavior issues. It’s ...

Thinking of adopting a dog or cat? You’d be hard-pressed to find an animal lover to talk you out of it, least of all me, the mom to two amazing rescue dogs and one dearly departed rescue cat. But I ...

Rescue and shelter pets have been a part of my life since I was old enough to form memories. I grew up with dogs, cats, and rodents, but am primarily a proud rabbit person as an adult. I've also ...

As a lifelong animal-lover who first began adding furry members to her family as an adult, I have been faced with the task of choosing between welcoming in a fresh-faced puppy or rescuing a ...

A few years ago, I'd agreed to help my mom pick up a dog she had just adopted from a foster home about an hour away. My mom was out front playing with her new pup when the woman fostering her dog came ...