Before You Adopt a Pet

What You Should Know Before Adopting a Dog or Cat

Thinking about adopting a dog or cat? You're in the right place. Petside can help you prepare for your new pet, with information about what to expect during the adoption process, tips on selecting the right pet for your family, advice on finding a reputable shelter, guides to what pet supplies to buy, and much more.

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Pet Adoption

Pet Rabbit Adoption: What to Know

Although I wouldn’t trade the love and companionship that I’ve received from the rabbits I’ve owned over the years for anything, I’ll be the first to...

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The Pros and Cons of Adopting Two Puppies

Are you considering adopting not one, but two puppies? Some shelters don’t allow it, many experts caution against it, but Keep the Tail Wagging pet...

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Picking the Right Puppy for You

Choosing a puppy might seem impossible when you’re mobbed by precious pooches who all want you to take them home. Dog expert Tracie Hotchner has the...

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Pet Adoption

Shelter Pet Myths Debunked

Thinking about growing your family with a new dog or puppy? A shelter dog might be the perfect choice! Caitlin Lewis from the Humane Society of...

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10 Breed Specific Rescues

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Adopting a Second Pet

If you already have a dog or a cat, and think you’d like some more furry fun in your home, don’t…

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Humane Society's Adoption Tips

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10 Reasons Senior Pets Rock

Our family dog, Kelly, was 17-years-old when we finally had to put her down. I was in high school…

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Ask a Vet: Pet Adoption

In honor of Pet ’Net—Petside’s week devoted to raising awareness about pet adoption—I sat down for…

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Cat Adoption: What to Consider

Cats are wonderful companions—they enhance lives and make a house a home. Cats are experts at…

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Video: Adopting an Older Pet

If you're thinking about adding a pet to your family, you may want to consider adopting an older…

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Color a Factor in Cat Adoption

Myths surrounding black cats have existed for eons. Considered by some to be either omens of evil…

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Adopt a Shelter Dog Month

The American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (ASPCA) has designated October as…

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Choosing the Right Cat

If you're looking for a new cat, there are some things you should know before you adopt. For…

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Pets for Your Zodiac Sign

Certain astrological signs are well suited for sharing their home with an animal; others, less so.…