Don’t lie when surrendering your pet; it could be a death sentence.
Author: Allison Gray
Allison Gray gained a wealth of knowledge about animal welfare issues and responsible pet care during her nearly 5 years of work for an animal shelter. She is a writer, photographer, artist, runner and tattooed remedial knitter. Allison also has been researching, testing out and perfecting nutritious pet treat recipes in her kitchen for Petful since spring 2017.
5 Best Boarding Options for Your Dog
Your dog’s level of comfort while you’re away may depend on how much you’re willing to spend.
12 Dog Breed Names You Probably Pronounce Wrong
Some names don’t sound the same as they appear.
How Breed Bans Are Destroying Families
Breed bans are ineffective yet continue to affect families around the world.
What Happens When Shelters Drop Breed Names
Many dogs are incorrectly labeled as the wrong breed. When there aren’t any labels, their chances of adoption go up.
When Animal Shelters Badmouth Each Other
This happens more than you’d think, and it’s the animals that pay the price. All shelters need to remember: We’re in it together.
How Our Move From City to Surburbs Affected Our Dogs
It was a big change for our dogs to move from Brooklyn, New York, to suburban Connecticut. Here’s what happened.
Please Stop Blaming Animal Shelters for These 4 Things
Some things are out of their control, so give them a break.
When Your Adopted Dog Is Someone’s Lost Pet
What happens when a family wants its lost dog back — after you’ve adopted him?
7 Things Animal Shelters Don’t Want You to Know
From burnout to stolen animals, you might be surprised at what shelter workers have to deal with.
Here’s Why Pet Adoption Fees Seem So High
Even if the cute dog you’ve picked out has been in the animal shelter for only 1 day, you still might pay the full $200. Here’s the reason.
5 Safety Tips for Moving With Your Dog
Whether you’re moving within your neighborhood or across state lines, keep your pup’s well-being in mind.
In My Experience, All Dogs Can Bite
My personal encounters with aggressive dogs have spanned all ages, sizes and breeds.
Warning: Don’t Offer a Reward on Your Pet’s ID Tag
It might increase your pet’s chances of being returned, but it could also draw the unwanted attention of thieves.
5 Reasons NOT to Adopt a Dog
Adopting a dog is a wonderful decision and one that will change your life. Just make sure you’re making that decision for the right reasons.