Pet Sitters International’s Take Your Dog To Work Day® Highlights Need for Pet Adoptions

Money Can’t Buy Love…But a Small Adoption Fee Can Bring Lots of Joy

King, NC (Vocus/PRWEB ) June 13, 2009 — Belly rubs, ear scratches and treats may not be the employee perks you’re used to–but all of these benefits will be commonplace at Village Green on Friday, June 26. The upscale apartment communities company, based in Farmington Hills, Michigan, will be participating in Take Your Dog To Work Day for the ninth consecutive year. Read more

Celebrating Its One-Year Anniversary, Pet-Adoption-Guide.com Helps Potential Pet Owners Find the Ideal Breed for Their Lifestyles

Pet-Adoption-Guide.com helps people make fully informed decisions before making that life changing decision to adopt a pet.

Atlanta, GA (PRWEB) May 28, 2009 – Pet-Adoption-Guide.com, http://www.pet-adoption-guide.com, is proud to announce its one-year anniversary in helping people find the perfect pet for their lifestyles. 95% of animals that are in shelters today are there because their owners failed to do the necessary research before adopting a pet. Pet-Adoption-Guide.com aims to reduce that number by offering people the opportunity to research the breeds that interest them and make fully informed decisions before making the life-changing decision to adopt a pet. Read more

What You Should Know When You Get a Shelter Dog

By Louise Louis

It’s appealing to see yourself “saving” an adult dog from a shelter but
dealing with a dog with a troubled or insecure past can be very challenging.

The good news is that you’ll be getting a full size dog so you know what to
expect in that regard. He’s likely to have at least some rudimentary
training, perhaps from shelter personnel. Read more

What You Should Know When You Get a Shelter Dog

December 20, 2008 by  
Filed under Adopting a Dog, Getting A Dog

By Louise Louis

It’s appealing to see yourself “saving” an adult dog from a shelter but
dealing with a dog with a troubled or insecure past can be very challenging.

The good news is that you’ll be getting a full size dog so you know what to
expect in that regard. He’s likely to have at least some rudimentary
training, perhaps from shelter personnel. Read more

What to Consider Before Adopting a Pet

It can happen to the best of us. You see a cute, tiger-striped kitten with white paws and green eyes, just begging for attention. Or maybe it’s a gorgeous Labrador mix whose tails seems to be wagging just for you. You take one look, and the next thing you know, you’re walking down the pet food aisle at the supermarket.

If you’re like most of us, falling in love with a pet is easy. And no wonder! Sharing your home with a four-legged friend can be one of life’s greatest joys. Dogs, cats, and other pets give us unconditional loyalty and acceptance, provide constant companionship, and even help relieve stress after a hard day’s work.

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