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Animal WelfareJun 7, 2024
Why Do Animal Shelters Consider Putting a Dog Down: Understanding Pet Euthanasia
Every year, 2.7 million pets in animal shelters in the United States are euthanized — that's around 36% of pets who enter the shelters.
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Allison Gray
Animal WelfareMay 24, 2024
Adopting a Senior Dog: Benefits and Expert Guide
Learn the benefits of adopting a senior dog. From easy care and instant bonding, discover why an older dog might be the perfect addition to your family.
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Dr. Debora Lichtenberg, VMD
Animal WelfareMay 8, 2024
What is a Puppy Mill? How to Spot a Puppy Mill or Backyard Breeder
How to know What is a Puppy Mill? Read our list of puppy mill red flags to learn how to recognize the warning signs.
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Petful
Animal WelfareApr 12, 2011
What To Do If You Find a Lost Dog: A Comprehensive Guide to Reuniting Lost Pets With Their Families
Discover the steps to take when you find a stray dog, including checking for a microchip, taking them to a shelter, and creating a found dog flyer.
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Tamar Love Grande
Animal WelfareAug 6, 2015
How Media Coverage Unintentionally Encourages Animal Abuse
Caitlyn, the dog whose muzzle was taped shut, became an Internet sensation. Is that why there now seems to be a slew of copycat animal abusers?
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Allison Gray
Animal WelfareAug 8, 2016
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.
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Allison Gray
Animal WelfareJul 17, 2014
In Defense of Cross-Posters: Like It or Not, We’re Saving Animals’ Lives
I am proud to be a Facebook cross-poster because it works. Posting photo after photo of needy dogs is better than doing nothing at all.
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Featured ContributorAnimal WelfareJun 3, 2014
I Hate That Some People Keep "Outside Dogs"
Seeing a dog in a backyard all day in the elements or chained up really makes my blood boil.
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