El Paso animal shelter offering free pet adoptions

11 Things I Learned Volunteering at an Animal Shelter

1. Every time you volunteer, you are fueled by love. And that kind of fuel is different from greed, or fear, or competitiveness. It will give you the strength to do things you never thought you could do. And then some.

How to name-your-own-price for pet adoptions

With a drop in temperatures comes a drop in adoption prices, if that's what you want.

Why You Should Volunteer At An Animal Shelter In Two Photos

The reason everyone should volunteer at an animal shelter.

Easy Ways to Help Your Local Animal Shelter

Craft Ideas for Animal Shelters

Help shelter animals get adopted with these fun craft ideas and gift baskets the entire family will enjoy making!

What are animal shelters doing with the shelter in place order?

While local animal shelters are currently canceling animal intake unless it is an emergency situation and offices are closed to the public, adoption services continue.

Pickles finds a home; book encourages pet adoptions

Kat and her parents are excited to adopt the little black dog, Pickles, from a shelter and bring her to their family farm. But Pickles has never been on a farm before and does a lot of naughty things. How can Kat keep her safe?Kat and Pickles work together to make the transition fun in the newly released...

Looking for a Pet? Start at One of These No-Kill Animal Shelters

High-profile rescues such as the SPCA have been caring for and saving animals for decades. However, they aren’t the only such organization in our community.

Find dog rescues, animal shelters and more

Dog Adoption - Find dog rescues, animal shelters and more

Towel drive benefits Temple Animal Shelter

A towel drive is underway to benefit the Temple Animal Shelter.

Animal Champions: Why Pet Adoption is a Compassionate Choice

When most people think of pet adoption, they often think of cats and dogs. However, one of the beautiful aspects of adopting a wonderful new pet who needs a home is that they come in all species, sizes, and personalities. There is a pet for (almost) everyone just waiting to be adopted. The question is: what pet is right for you?

‘Ruff’ start for animal shelter

ON a hilly plot of land in Relau, a safe haven for stray dogs and cats is taking shape.

How a haunted ‘pet cemetery’ helped Hamden’s animal shelter cause

Folks who visited the elaborate ‘cemetery’ display, which was created by a local...

Why More Dogs and Cats Are Leaving Animal Shelters Alive

Euthanasia rates have dropped dramatically at animal shelters across the U.S.

Why Animal Shelters Should Stop Using the Label 'Pit Bull'

Labels are often inaccurate and could be driving off potential adopters, researchers say.

Find your next furry friend at the Dothan Animal Shelter

There are always dogs and cats in need of good homes at the Dothan Animal Shelter.

What makes a great lost and found webpage for animal shelters?

When it comes to losing or finding an animal, there's nothing more frustrating than not knowing how to get it home quickly. Animal shelters websites are often the first place people search, so it's important that your website provides the correct tips and information.<br>So, what makes a great lost

4 Reasons You Should Definitely Volunteer At An Animal Shelter

Shelter pet adoption tips for would-be owners

Pet ownership requires a great deal of commitment, so owners looking to bring home a shelter pet should take into account a number of factors to avoid adoption pitfalls. Would-be owners should pay attention to pets' behavior, or ask shelter workers about the animals' health and temperament, former AVMA President Dr. Greg Hammer advises.

Why animal shelters have a right to pick and choose pet owners

When it comes to adopting a pet, shelters have a right to pick and choose to whom they give animals.