There are an estimated 3,500 animal shelters in the United States alone that take in over 6 million dogs and cats each year. Unfortunately, less than half of these animals in need ever find homes, but shelters still need funding to support them. The good news is that there are many ways to help shelters, from volunteering at a local shelter to fundraising for animal charities. We can all help animals in need; learn more about how to help animal s...
Few things dazzle us more than the news that a beloved pet suddenly needs serious veterinary care or surgery. In an ideal world, there would be no problem whatever the cost. But the high cost of veterinary care, surgery and even the average cost of pet insurance can be out of reach for many of us. The good news is that people are successfully raising money for pet surgeries and other veterinary care at PavelAndreev.ORG every day by starting anim...
Some animal shelters are wonderful places - made with love and care for the animals, but unfortunately others are quite unmaintained and do not provide good care for the animals. Much of the reason for this is the lack of funds to build shelters or renovate current animal shelters. In most cases they are funded thanks to donors. Some shelters only accept dogs or only cats, but there are also general shelters that provide homes for different types...
Every year more and more pets end up in shelters. Unfortunately, a good number of them are euthanized for one reason or another. Animals have no voice of their own, no social safety net and very few legal rights yet. They are vulnerable and unfortunately abused more often than most of us would like to think. Stray dogs and cats really need us! If you are willing to help them, there are many ways to make it happen. Perhaps the most productive of t...
If you're considering getting a family member on all fours, you're probably wondering which option to choose - buying or adopting a pet. Both options certainly have their pros and cons. Choosing how to get a pet should be tailored to a multitude of individual factors and your specific situation. No matter which of the two we choose, the important thing is to get a pet that can be cared for long, responsibly and fully. And if you feel like helping...