This two-part action kit describes two ways to help pit bull terrier-like dogs in your community. Part 1 gives details on establishing a Pit Crew, a group of volunteers who educate the public about pit bulls, thereby helping to dispel pit bull myths and promote responsible dog ownership. Pit Crew members also strive to increase pit bull adoptions from their local shelters and promote spay/neuter in their community through outreach events and programs.
Pica in dogs is a disorder in which the dog ingests non-food items, such as rocks, dirt, or fabric, and it's a fairly common occurrence. Pica doesn't include the ingestion of trash or feces because the consumption of such things is often driven by different motivations. So how do you know if your dog has pica and how do you treat it? Learn about the common causes and remedies for pica in dogs.
The causes of pica in dogs can be hard to determine, but they often include:
The majority of Americans view their pets as members of their family. As a result, Best Friends Animal Society receives hundreds of inquiries about pet-friendly housing each year. Given the huge demand, one might think there would be enough pet-friendly rental homes and apartments. Unfortunately, that's not the case. But it would benefit landlords to embrace people with pets. Here's why.
Looking for ways to stop puppy mills? Learn how to organize a peaceful and effective pet store demonstration in this action kit, which includes information on planning, setting goals, building a support base, and preparing materials.
Are you looking to rehome a pet or hoping to help your foster pet get adopted? One of the most effective ways to do that is to write a good pet profile and post it on sites like AdoptAPet.com and on social media. Here are some tips for writing a great adoption bio for dogs, cats, and other pets.
Are you thinking about fostering a dog, cat, or other pet? Here are some pet fostering FAQs to help you begin this lifesaving process.
When you foster a pet, you provide a temporary home for an animal prior to adoption. Fostering animals is a wonderful and personal way to contribute to saving homeless pets. Dogs and cats are the most common pets needing foster homes, but some organizations might also need help with rabbits, birds, and other animals.
Light for birds is important to their health and well-being, and there are several factors to consider. So what kind of light do birds need? Here's what to know about lighting requirements for pet birds, including sunlight recommendations and full-spectrum light bulbs.
Birds need natural sunlight for vitamin D production; hormone balance; and organ, skin, and feather health. While we can try to emulate natural light in captivity, there is no substitute for the real deal.
If you have pet birds, baths and proper humidity levels are key components to keeping them healthy. Most parrot species in the wild live in humid environments with frequent rainfall. Their respiratory system, skin, and feathers are designed for wet climates.
There are several good reasons to adopt a bird rather than buy one. First, it's the right thing to do because commercial breeding operations are flooding the market with exotic pet birds, many of whom end up in rescue groups when consumers realize the complexities of caring for these animals. If you buy a parrot from either a pet shop or a breeder, it simply makes the problem worse. By adopting rather than buying a parrot, you help reduce the demand that drives the commercial breeding of pet birds.
As with ourselves, preventive medicine, regular checkups and emergency preparedness are important for the health and well-being of our pet bird companions.