adoption
Our guide to animal adoption; learn why, where, and how to prepare to adopt a cat, kitten, dog or puppy from an animal shelter or rescue group.
Why Do Dogs Bark at Night?
Nighttime Should Be Quiet. The lights are off, the world slows down, and most of us expect peace when our heads finally hit the pillow. But for many dog owners, the silence doesn’t last long. Somewhere between midnight and dawn, a bark pierces the darkness—sharp, sudden, and impossible to ignore.
By Paw Planet 14 days ago in Petlife
The Story of a Hawk
The Story of a Hawk Children! This is the story of a hawk that had been circling around a large pigeon loft for several days, waiting for the right moment to swoop down and snatch a flying pigeon. But the pigeons were very clever, alert, and quick in flight. Every time the hawk tried to catch one, they managed to escape, which left the hawk frustrated, unsure of what to do next.
By Sudais Zakwan15 days ago in Petlife
A wonderful creature
An Amazing Creature Tuesday, 14 August 2018 Nasreen Shaheen The ant is one of Allah’s most amazing creations. Although it appears tiny and insignificant, it possesses extraordinary abilities. It is a harmless and simple insect, fond of sweet things. Have you ever thought about how these tiny ants live their lives? You will be surprised to know that ants live with remarkable discipline and organization.
By Sudais Zakwan15 days ago in Petlife
“Ting Ting” The Duck
Quna, Funa, and Sona were three friends. They were small ducks who lived in a shallow pond. Quna was a white duck. Her beak was golden yellow, and her feet were the same bright color, which made her look very beautiful. She was well aware of her beauty. She would swim a little and then flick her tail proudly. When she drank water, she dipped her beak into the pond, filled her mouth, and then lifted her head toward the sky. The water could be seen sliding down her white neck. Everyone in the pond thought Quna was extremely beautiful.
By Sudais Zakwan18 days ago in Petlife
The Gentle Agreement. AI-Generated.
When people say cats are distant, Lena usually smiles and lets it pass. She knows better. Anyone who has shared a home with a cat understands that the relationship is not loud or obvious. It is quiet. Subtle. Built on small rituals and unspoken agreements.
By George Evanabout a month ago in Petlife
The Quiet Comfort. AI-Generated.
Every evening, Sarah would sit on the edge of her couch, laptop balanced on her knees, staring at the blinking cursor that refused to move. Words, once easy, now felt heavy, like they were trapped somewhere between her thoughts and her fingers. She let out a long sigh, rubbing her temples. The silence of the apartment pressed in around her, broken only by the faint hum of the refrigerator.
By George Evanabout a month ago in Petlife
Cubby - My first Best Friend. Content Warning.
This is the story about a girl [Jessie, illustrator of The Hound Who Saw, coming out near Easter 2026] who meets her furever first best friend. This is the story about Cubby. He was a burnise mountain dog, border collie mix. He was rescued at three years old, when his first furever family, fell apart. Mom and Dad of that family got divorced, and Dad took Cubby with him. From what we were told, where the man lived, he wasn't allowed to have the dog inside, so, he left him outside all the time. At one point the man stopped feeding him, and he became rather thin. We think when we got him, he was almost 35 pounds soaking wet [he was a little over a hundred pounds when he passed]. He was just shy of ten years old when he crossed the rainbow bridge. This goes out to all the first amazing pets anyone could ever have...
By The Hound Who Sawabout a month ago in Petlife
Hiss Vs Growl
Life was good before the move. Leo and Loki spent all day eating, sleeping, and playing. Their humans’ presence was not necessary for the enjoyment of their dog free paradise. Each had their favorite spots on the couch and windowsill where they would bask in sunbeams and challenge birds. When not engaging in these activities they would spend hours discussing the humans they were forced to live with.
By Tina Kowalski2 months ago in Petlife
13 Years of Life With My Cats. AI-Generated.
For the past thirteen years, I have shared my life with nine cats. During that time, we created countless memories together—some small and ordinary, others deeply meaningful. Each of them has quietly become a part of who I am today.
By LifeWithNineCats2 months ago in Petlife
For No Reason
I wrote this as a teenager and forgot it existed until I found it again in old files. I’m putting it here because the core point is still true, and still denied. It’s told in the voice of a dog, but it’s not a breed or pet-specific statement. It’s a sequence statement. Same logic applies to any animal living under chronic neglect or abuse.
By Dr. Mozelle Martin2 months ago in Petlife
