The Advantages of Adopting a Pet Rather Than Buying One

The Advantages of Adopting a Pet Rather Than Buying One

by B Nelson March 1, 2010, in Adoption & Rescue

Many people immediately think of going to a pet store when they want a pet, or even buying one from a ad in the newspaper. Aside from the ethical reasons against this there are many good things, advantages to adopting a pet. In fact some of these advantages make adoption even a better option than taking a free pet.

So You Want a Pet Tiger? Other Ways of Having a Pet

So You Want a Pet Tiger? Other Ways of Having a Pet

by Mark Gordon Brown March 1, 2010, in Exotic & Unusual

So you want a pet Tiger? But alas, these wild animals are not really suited to being pets. However, if you really love tigers and still want one as a pet, why not adopt one in responsible way? Find out here how you can.

Adopt a Greyhound

Adopt a Greyhound

by Laura Gee February 10, 2010, in Adoption & Rescue

Greyhounds are the most abandoned dogs in Britain. There are always greyhounds desperate for a friend and a home.
They are beautiful, easy-going animals. Could you care for one? Find out if sharing your home with a greyhound is for you.

The Christmas Kittens

The Christmas Kittens

by Dr. Christina J. Johns February 7, 2010, in Cats

A week before Christmas, five black and white whirlwind kittens came into our lives.

The Last of The Creekers

The Last of The Creekers

by DawnQuixote February 2, 2010, in Cats

Puff, the last of my Creeker cats, died tonight. The Creeker cats got their name from being rescued from drowning in a creek when they were three weeks old.

Rescuing Farm Animals

Rescuing Farm Animals

by B Nelson May 18, 2009, in Adoption & Rescue

Many people might have the idea of being noble and rescuing a farm animal and keeping it as a pet. But with few exceptions, it’s likely not a practical venture.

What the 72-Hour Law Means to Your Pet

What the 72-Hour Law Means to Your Pet

by B Nelson May 9, 2009, in Pets

I myself used to think the 72-hour law meant that any pet not adopted within 72 hours would be euthanized. I was glad to find out that I was wrong. It’s very important that pet owners know about this law and how it affects them.

The Newfoundland Dog

The Newfoundland Dog

by Betty Carew February 17, 2009, in Dogs

The Newfoundland dog is a very gentle soul.

Most Stray Pets Really Aren’t

Most Stray Pets Really Aren’t

by B Nelson January 25, 2009, in Pets

Many people refer to pets they see wandering as “stray” pets. While this may be true in some definitions, in reality by looking at pets in this way we do them a disservice and sometimes fail to see the true situation. Most “strays” didn’t just wander off.