10 Top "Must Know" Tips Before Surrendering Your Pet

Read about the most common problems pet owners face and possible solutions. Learn tips on how to find a new home for your pet without having to bring your cat or dog into a shelter.

How to Safely Re-Home A Pet On Craigslist

Craigslist.org is an online forum where users can place classified ads for just about anything. The site allows users to post ads to re-home, but not to sell, pets of all kinds.

While thousands of users peruse this resource daily, giving your ad a lot of exposure to potential adopters, you'll have to carefully screen candidates to ensure that your furry friend receives a good home.

From Shelter Dog to Family Pet-Making The Transition Easier

Recognizing the adjustment period - and successfully managing it - is a very important part of helping your newly adopted shelter dog to become part of your family.

The Truth About the American Pit Bull Terrier

There was a time when reports of pit bull attacks were nonexistent. The sight of a pit bull walking down the street didn’t evoke terror, but rather reminded people of beloved dogs they had seen in the movies and in the media.

Pet Owners Using This To Help Their Pets Feel Better

Having an animal companion is one of the greatest joys in life, and supporting him or her through illness and the end of life can be one of the most difficult times.

Fixing America's Broken Shelter System

How can we help the shelter system work better? There are many people working on helping shelters operate better.

The Dangerous Myths Many Cat Owners Believe

Despite the fact that cats are the most popular pet in the USA, and perhaps because of their air of mystery, there are many misconceptions about cats that cause both social and physical problems for these animals.

What to Do if You Suspect Pet Abuse

Animal cruelty happens every day. So often, in fact, that only the more sensationalist stories about animal abuse make national headlines. Many people question whether they should get involved.

Exposed! Shocking Adoption Scams

Scammers have been around since the dawn of time, taking advantage of trusting individuals to get what they want. In the age of the internet, scamming has taken on a whole new, and more dangerous identity.