animal shelter

Pets & Animals

What the animal shelter won't tell you

The Humane Society of the United States estimates that 3 million to 4 million dogs and cats are adopted from animal shelters each...

Animal Welfare

Is pet fostering for you?

You might be the purr-fect foster parent for a needy cat or dog! Can you love them and let them go?

Dogs

How to foster animals without becoming a hoarder

If you’ve ever considered fostering a pet but worry about being the next star on Confession: Animal Hoarding , we’re here with a...

Pets & Animals

How to become a foster pet parent

Do you love pets but aren’t sure if you’re ready to be a full-time pet mom? Fostering a pet is a great way to test the waters of pet...

Pets & Animals

What you need to know about pet adoption

If you’ve decided to add a fluffy new addition to your family, adopting a pet from a shelter is a great way to save a life and gain...

Television

Rachael Ray's large donation to needy pets

Food Network star Rachael Ray is putting her fame to good use by donating $775,000 to needy pets.

Dogs

Advantages of adopting shelter dogs

Thinking about getting a dog for your family? If you are like many, you may be considering buying a dog from a pet store or breeder....

Dogs

5 Reasons why you should adopt an aging dog

You’ve made the decision to bring a dog into your life and you're off to the animal shelter to find your new four-legged family...

Dogs

6 Myths about shelter pets

Shudder at the thought of adopting a shelter pet? OK, so it may not be Paris Hilton-approved, but adopting an animal has a host of...

Pet stars

Pet rescue stories

Firefighters. Doctors. Animal foster families. What do these people have in common? They are the world's real-life heroes. Likewise,...

Dogs

How to adopt a pet

If you are thinking about adopting a pet, there are many wonderful dogs and cats available at your local shelter. Be sure to...