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.
The Final Walk: What My Dog Taught Me About Letting Go
The Beginning of Us He wasn’t my dog at first. Rusty came into my life on a rainy November morning twelve years ago. I was twenty-six, barely able to take care of myself, let alone another living being. I’d just moved into a small apartment after a painful breakup, still dragging the weight of depression behind me like a rusted chain.
By Muhammad Sabeel7 months ago in Petlife
The Little Intruder That Stole Hearts
In the quiet, tense night at a military camp, where boots crunch gravel and tired eyes scan the horizon, a surprise guest tiptoed into a tent that housed 26 soldiers. It wasn’t an enemy or a commanding officer doing a surprise inspection. It was something far smaller, fluffier, and infinitely more adorable — a puppy.
By DigitalAddi7 months ago in Petlife
I know that pets are adorable and kids love to play with them - but they can have a very negative impact on our children.
As a parent and pet lover, I'm always torn between two truths: Animals are wonderful companions, and yet, they can inadvertently pose a health risk to young children. Like most families, when we brought our adorable kitten, Simba, and later a playful puppy named Leo, into our home, it brought a new kind of joy. The kids were thrilled. They ran, laughed, and cuddled with the pets from morning to night.
By Echoes of Life7 months ago in Petlife
The Hero Dog Who Saved a Baby from Abuse
In 2013, an extraordinary act of loyalty and intuition by a dog named Killian changed the course of one family's life forever. What seemed like an ordinary day became a turning point, as Killian — a normally calm and friendly pet — sensed something deeply wrong and took a brave stand that would ultimately lead to justice.
By DigitalAddi7 months ago in Petlife
Love on the Sidewalk
On a quiet street corner, tucked beneath the shadow of a faded pink wall, sits a man who has next to nothing—except love, loyalty, and a heart big enough to care for lives even smaller and more vulnerable than his own. He has no home, no steady source of food, and no bed to sleep in. But beside him lies a bundle of warmth: a few rescued puppies, dressed in tiny shirts, resting on soft blankets, cooled by a small electric fan powered by generosity and sacrifice.
By DigitalAddi7 months ago in Petlife
Numerous observations suggest that killer whales are attempting to form bonds with humans.
In an intriguing new study, researchers found that wild killer whales made 34 attempts to feed on humans. These uncommon cases occurred over 20 years and four oceans. Some took place from the shore, some in open water, and still others close to vessels.
By Francis Dami7 months ago in Petlife
The Last Leaf of Autumn
The wind whispered through the golden fields of Maplewood, carrying with it the rustle of fallen leaves and the scent of fading summer. It was here, in a modest cottage on the edge of the forest, that Thomas lived—a man of few words but a heart full of stories. And always by his side, padding silently with eyes that spoke volumes, was Rusty, his loyal old golden retriever.
By Intresting Stories7 months ago in Petlife
I know that pets are adorable and kids love to play with them - but they can have a very negative impact on our children.
As a parent and pet lover, I'm always torn between two truths: Animals are wonderful companions, and yet, they can inadvertently pose a health risk to young children. Like most families, when we brought our adorable kitten, Simba, and later a playful puppy named Leo, into our home, it brought a new kind of joy. The kids were thrilled. They ran, laughed, and cuddled with the pets from morning to night.
By Echoes of Life7 months ago in Petlife
When My Dog Put His Head in My Lap
I had never had a dog before. Growing up, we had cats—independent, proud creatures who showed love on their own terms. Dogs, on the other hand, had always felt overwhelming to me: their energy, their constant need for attention, their boundless enthusiasm. But one rainy afternoon, I found myself walking past the local shelter, and I stopped at a pen containing a small, shivering puppy with a thin brown and white coat and the saddest eyes I had ever seen.
By Echoes of Life7 months ago in Petlife
Now I Know My Dog Has a Lot of Bad Habits
When I brought my golden retriever, Milo, home, I was prepared for some chaos. I read every dog training book I could get my hands on, watched countless videos, and stocked up on toys, treats, and everything else a responsible pet owner should have. I envisioned a sweet, gentle dog who would sit politely, listen to commands, and shower me with affection.
By Echoes of Life7 months ago in Petlife
Easy Tricks to Know When Your Dog Isn’t Well: A Real-Life Experience
When I brought my Labrador Retriever, Bruno, home, I thought I was prepared for anything — accidents on the floor, torn shoes, even howling at night. But I wasn’t quite prepared for the anxiety that came when he first got sick. Dogs, like children, can’t tell us how they’re feeling in words, so it’s up to us to pay attention to their silent cues.
By Echoes of Life8 months ago in Petlife
