What’s New at Adopt a Pet in February 2024

Questions? First, try our Help Library. Then, if you still need help, email [email protected]. We’ll reply within 1 business day. Thank you! We’re working hard to get your pets more adoption interest! One improvement: new search filters. Adopter feedback has been positive, and inquiry rates have seen an uptick too.See How It Works…………………………………………………… Valentine’s Day pet

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Mixed-Breeds vs. Purebreds: Are Mutts Healthier?

BY Sheila Pell Marija Kovac / Stocksy If you are considering adopting a dog, one important factor to consider is health. Mutts, or mixed breeds, boast a unique ancestry, combining two or more breeds and their diverse gene pool can act as a shield against hereditary diseases that might haunt some purebreds. It’s well known

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The 10 Most Popular Cat Names of 2023

BY SEAN ZUCKER Courtesy of @taylorswiftPeople who aren’t pet parents, the nonbelievers we’ll call them, never seem to fully understand the importance of naming our animal companions. What they often miss is that the naming process is not only a reflection of ourselves but the state of our society at large. A shout-out for everyone’s

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The 20 Most Popular Dog Names of 2023

BY SEAN ZUCKER Courtesy of @tkelceWow, 2023, what a year for us all. Taylor Swift started dating Kansas City Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce, The Eras Tour became one of the most significant and successful tours of all time, and Tay officially joined the billionaire club. Of course, there were some non-Swift-related events, but truthfully those were

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How to Prepare for an Animal Shelter Visit

By Savannah Admire PH888 /ShutterstockLooking at online listings for adoptable pets can be fun, but when you’re ready to decide on a dog or cat to bring home, it’s time to choose an animal shelter to visit. You may be surprised by which animal in your local shelter captures your heart and feels like the

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What to Expect on Your New Dog’s First Day Home?

By Savannah Admire Jayme Burrows / StocksyBringing a new dog into your home is an exciting — and rewarding — experience. But you may run into some challenges, especially if you’ve never been a dog parent before. You want to start bonding with your new family member immediately, but you also want to establish house rules

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