Dog Adoption
October 22, 2021
Welcome Home!: How To Transition a Rescue Dog Into A New Environment
Adopting a dog not only saves a life, but it’s one of the most rewarding things you can do! Whether they were surrendered, rescued off the street, or were born in a shelter, your new four-legged family member will be grateful for their new home and will be eager to please their new humans.
They will also need time to adjust to their new surroundings, get used to a structured day-to-day routine, bond with each member of their new family, and may also require some training.
No matter how excited or welcoming your family is, entering a new home can be a stressful time for a rescue dog. Here’s how you can help alleviate their anxiety!
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August 26, 2021
Four-Legged Family Members: 5 Major Benefits Of Owning A Dog
For thousands of years, dogs have provided humans companionship, entertainment, and of course, unconditional love. Any dog owner will tell you how much joy their four-legged family members bring them, but did you know dogs are scientifically proven to improve their owner’s mental and physical health?
Here are FIVE major benefits of owning a dog!
August 3, 2021
Introducing Another Dog To Your Home: How To Prepare And Do It Successfully
You’ve crunched the numbers, got the blessing of your dog (or reached a tentative agreement with your cat), found the perfect candidate at your local shelter, or decided on a reputable breeder, and now it’s official. You’re ready to introduce a new four-legged family member into your home.
Bringing a new dog into your home is a big deal! But, before you get too excited imagining the prospect of your new pup becoming best friends with the dog you already have at home or cuddling up and sharing naps with your cat, you’ll have to consider the best way to introduce them to your home.
May 24, 2021
How to successfully navigate year two with your “Pandemic Puppy”
The COVID-19 pandemic saw a pet ownership boom in 2020, with many owners becoming first-time pet parents. As vaccines are rolling out and restrictions are lifting, many new owners have begun to reconsider their decision.
According to a recent survey from Merck Animal Health, 73% of people who became first-time dog owners during the pandemic are now thinking about rehoming their pets. 58% of these owners say they wish taking care of their pet’s health didn’t take so much time, 33% were surprised how much it costs to care for a pet, and 25% claim they don’t have enough information to care for their dog.
Here’s a guide to help you successfully navigate year two and beyond of pet ownership and avoid rehoming your four-legged family member.
