Just typing the words “puppy mill” makes me cringe. The thought of dogs in disgusting conditions, forced to breed and to live in tiny, feces-ridden crates turns my
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Puppy Socialization Checklist
Socializing your puppy is the single most important step in raising a happy and well-balanced dog. Puppy socialization is crucial for their development and is not just about
15 Tips for being a great foster dog parent
Do you want to foster dogs because you want to save all the dogs? Or because you love dogs and you think it would be fun? We fostered dogs for
Remember Me Thursday
What is Remember Me Thursday® and why does it matter? Remember Me Thursday aims to unite people and pet adoption organizations around the world to be an unstoppable,
9 pros and 5 cons of fostering a dog
Before committing to fostering a dog, let’s talk about the pros and cons of fostering a dog. We started fostering dogs in 2014 because I wanted a way to
Shelter dogs behavior aren’t always how they’re described
You may be surprised at how many stories I hear about dogs not being at all what adopters thought they would be after coming home. Think about this,
The Reality of a Foster Fail
Fostering a dog is one of the most rewarding things you can do, but it also comes with challenges. Whether you’re considering fostering for the first time or
74 Questions You MUST Ask the Shelter BEFORE Adopting a Dog
Adopting a new rescue dog into your home is exciting and scary at the same time. Unless you know what questions to ask when adopting a dog, you will know
10 Puppy-Proofing Must-Dos to Keep Your Pup Safe (Checklist)
To puppy-proof your home, start by securing electrical cords, removing toxic plants, keeping trash out of reach, and blocking off dangerous areas. Puppies explore with their mouths, so
3 Big Clues to How Old is My Dog?
The first question most people ask about your dog is what breed he is. The second question is, how old is he? But when adopting a dog, we