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Animal Shelters Warn of A Looming Crisis and Call on Americans to Help
As we enter the third year of the coronavirus pandemic, a “perfect storm of factors” has put pressure on understaffed U.S. shelters.
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Chicago-Area Shelters ‘Inundated' with Number of Pets
Chicago-area shelters are reporting an unprecedented number of pets in need of new homes. South Suburban Humane Society in Chicago Heights has seen a 25% increase in intake numbers, especially with larger breeds, according to the Director of Development Susanna Decker.
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Chicago-Area Shelters ‘Inundated' with Number of Pets
Chicago-area shelters are reporting an unprecedented number of pets in need of new homes.
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How Adopting a Pet Can Bring You Love and Happiness
Pet adoptions do not only help animals find forever homes, but they can also help make humans happier.
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PAWS Chicago Takes in Animals From Shelters Hit Hard by Hurricane Ida
Dozens of dogs and cats from animal shelters hit hardest by Hurricane Ida are being brought to Chicago by the PAWS Chicago animal shelter Wednesday.
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Reality Star Lisa Vanderpump Shares Her Pet Adoption Advice
Reality star Lisa Vanderpump shares her advice for those considering adopting a pet: “Make sure you’re equipped to deal with the dog’s needs.”
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What Does ‘Bonded Pair' Mean at an Animal Shelter?
When picking out a new pet at a shelter, you may see a sign that says “bonded pair.” What does it mean?
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Clear the Shelters: How to Know If You're Ready to Adopt a Pet
Welcoming a furry friend to your home can sometimes be led by emotion, but there are a lot of factors to consider before making that next step.
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NBC 5, Telemundo Chicago Host ‘Clear the Shelters' As Month-Long Virtual Event
Adopting a furry friend just got easier with the month-long virtual Clear the Shelter event beginning Aug. 23.
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Clear the Shelters: What Participating Pet Adoption Centers Should Know
Exceeding population capacity can often be a problem for animal shelters. The month-long virtual Clear the Shelter event helps relieve some of that overcrowdedness.
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Clear the Shelters: List of Chicago-Area Participating Shelters Near You
Looking for a Chicago-area animal shelter participating in the Clear the Shelters pet adoption event? We’ve got you covered.
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Dog Adoption Fees Waived at PAWS Chicago Event This Weekend
PAWS Chicago is waiving adoption fees for adult dogs in an event this weekend, encouraging residents to bring home a new pet.
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People Are Ditching Their Pandemic Pets After a Year in Lockdown
Pet adoptions spiked last year, with many people stuck at home looking for a lockdown buddy. But now those pets are getting returned with owners going back to work. Plus, returning to the office led to fewer households that could foster pets, putting further stress on rescue agencies.
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Bidens Say New Cat Will Join Them at White House Soon: ‘She's Waiting in the Wings'
The Bidens’ cat will be the first to live in the White House since George W. Bush’s family cat, India
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Brutally Honest Adoption Ad for ‘Demonic Chihuahua' Goes Viral
Have you ever heard of a Chihuahua described as a “haunted Victorian child”? What about a “Chucky doll in a dog’s body”? Well, now you have! A tweet about a “demonic Chihuahua” named Prancer who is up for adoption has gone viral on Twitter due to the brutally honest description written by his foster owner of what potential adopters could expect...
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Prepare Your New Pet for Your Return to the Office by Taking These Steps Right Now
When human contact was in short supply last year droves of Americans turned to their local shelters and adopted pets. But your office is now making plans to bring its employees back together under one roof. Try explaining that to the new dog or cat that’s been spoiled rotten by your presence.
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Roosters Up For Adoption at Chicago Animal Care Centers
Looking for a wake-up call? Three roosters are looking for new homes in the Chicago area this week.
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Bowser Buyer Beware: How to Avoid Being Scammed Buying a Dog or Cat
There’s been a lot of pandemic puppy love happening this year as many families taking advantage of the time at home to get a pet. But fraudsters are taking advantage of the pandemic, telling buyers they can’t meet the animals before sending money. The Better Business Bureau says puppy and kitten scams have more than doubled this year, with projected...
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Jonathan Van Ness Opens Up About the Harsh Realities of Dog Adoption
The “Queer Eye” star reveals what he’s learned after adopting a dog amid the pandemic.
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Dog, Cat Adoptions Increase in Michigan Amid Coronavirus Pandemic
Animal shelters and rescue groups around Michigan’s state capital have seen a big spike in adoptions since March as people have increasingly turned to the companionship of furry friends during the coronavirus pandemic. Staff at the Ingham County Animal Shelter say they have “barely been able to keep dogs on the adoption floor” since they all have been getting...