An animal shelter can be an overwhelming place. So many adorable cats are in need of a good home, so how do you choose the one that’s right for you? Examine prospective pets to make sure they look healthy. Their ears should be clean, nose shiny and without discharge and eyes clear and bright (also […]
Adopting a puppy mill dog means rescuing a pup from a horrible existence. But be prepared for some challenges. These dogs have had no socialization. When they have been handled, infrequently by their keepers, it’s usually with rough treatment. They have spent their lives in small, wire cages with little or no time outdoors. They’ve […]
The pet industry consists of the sale of captive-bred animals as well as wild-caught ones. Many pets are bred by breeders but birds, fish and reptiles are often captured from the wild. There are a number of reasons to prefer captive-bred pets to wild-caught: In some cases, collection of animals from the wild is detrimental […]
