Adopting a shelter dog is a rewarding experience that not only brings a new furry friend into your life but also provides a second chance for a deserving animal. However, adopting a shelter dog requires careful consideration and preparation to ensure a good match for both you and the dog. Here are the top questions … Read More »
Dog Adoption
What To Do When Your Rescue Dog is Afraid of You
As more and more people are choosing to adopt a dog from a shelter or rescue organization, more people are finding themselves sharing their lives with a scared dog. While it’s great shelter dogs are getting a chance, many people in this position are wholly unprepared for getting a scared dog to trust them. Unfortunately … Read More »
How to Successfully Add Another Dog to Your Household
Are you thinking about adding a second (or third) dog into your home? Maybe you have puppy fever. Or maybe it’s the forlorn look of a puppy at a shelter. Or perhaps you love your dog so much you would like to enjoy another one. Some people think their dog needs a companion, another dog … Read More »
What To Expect When Adopting a Dog With Behavior Problems
There’s nothing like rescuing a dog in need, but many shelter dogs come with serious emotional issues. Adopting a dog from a shelter is a rewarding act of kindness for both you and your new dog. Most owners can’t overstate how happy they are every time they look at their dog knowing they saved him … Read More »
10 Things to Consider Before You Foster a Dog
Dogs can be a strong emotional support during difficult times, including during the coronavirus outbreak. If you’re staying home more than you used to, it might be the perfect time to foster a dog. Fostering a dog can be a rewarding experience but there are certainly things you should take into consideration before contacting your … Read More »
Homes for Pets in Urgent Need as Coronavirus Outbreak Affects Animal Shelters
Have you been wanting to adopt a puppy or dog? Now might be a great time to bring a new four-legged family member into your home. With most people working from home and unable to go out, people are finding the promise of companionship during this time an attractive option. Now is a great time … Read More »
Living With a Large Breed Dog
When you share your home with a large breed dog, you need to think – and act – BIG. Of course, the term “large breed” can be interpreted to mean a Golden Retriever, while others think more in terms of a Russian Wolfhound or Neapolitan Mastiff. Regardless of your interpretation of “large”, there are many … Read More »
15 Common Mistakes Dog Owners Make (and May Regret Later)
Deciding to add a canine companion to your family is a big decision. Often, the delight of getting a new pup overshadows the true level of responsibility it is to be a dog parent. If you’re not careful, you can allow bad habits to form that will make life more difficult for you and your … Read More »
