How To Transition a Pet From a Shelter to a New Home

Adopting a pet from a shelter has numerous rewards for both the new owner and the animal. However, knowing how to integrate a rescue pet into a new home is crucial for ensuring a smooth and successful transition. With patience and understanding, the newly adopted pet will quickly become a priceless addition to the family.

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Adopting a pet from a shelter

Most shelter dogs come with some ready-made behavior problems, and those that don't will usually develop a few out of sheer ingenuity. And the stress of adapting to a new living situation and a new family is especially likely to bring out new bad habits or exacerbate old ones.

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Adopting a dog - Puppy or adult?

Everyone is surely going to get excited when trying to adopt a dog. Truly a man’s best friend, you can rely on your pet dog in giving you company, cuddling up together and some can even guard your house. You need to review your personal lifestyle and needs when adopting a dog. It is a major decision whether or not you would choose to have a puppy or an adult as a pet. Before deciding on which dog to adopt, here is some useful information that might help you decide.
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Adopting a cat or buying one? The pros and cons to consider

When you are ready to include a magnificent feline into your family and life the question arises whether to purchase a cat, or to adopt one who is looking for a safe loving home. You can purchase a kitten or a retired breeder for a reputable breeder, or you can adopt a cat from the shelter or from a family who for whatever reason needs to relinquish their cat.
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American Kennel Club approved purebred rescues

So you think you are ready to add a dog to your family. You want to do the “right” thing and adopt a homeless pup and save a life, but you cannot help admiring the stunning purebred Bernese Mountain Dog at the park or the adorable Bichon Frise in your apartment building.  Did you know that you can save a life and adopt the dog of your dreams from a purebred rescue group?

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A day in the life of an animal advocate

Temma Martin is passionate about solving the problem of pet overpopulation.  She has worked her entire adult life to help the public understand the devastating plight of homeless and abused pets. She has been their official spokesperson in her duties for Salt Lake City Animal Services and now for the Utah Adoption Center.  Here are excerpts from our recent interview:

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