Saturday, September 4, 2010

Feral Cat FAQ

October 21, 2009 by Carrie  
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Feral Cat FAQ

What exactly makes a cat “feral?”
A feral cat is a cat that was born in the wild. Sometimes they are lost house cats who have adapted to survival free from human contact. Most of them are too fearful for humans to approach or pick up. Often you will find them in “colonies” [...]

What is BSL? (Breed Specific Legislation?)

October 12, 2009 by Carrie  
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What is BSL? (Breed Specific Legislation?)

Called BSL for short, Breed Specific Legislation is a lot like it sounds. BSL restricts what types of pets owners can have based on breed, rather than disposition, training and the pet’s history. It has come under fire in many communities in which entire breeds (and breed mixed dogs) suddenly became illegal. (i.e. American Staffordshire [...]

What to do if you find a lost pet

October 7, 2009 by Carrie  
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What to do if you find a lost pet

So you’ve found a sweet dog or cat and you’re sure the owners are looking for it, but it has no tags. What do you do? Who do you turn to? Use these tips for a happy reunion! (Nothing feels better than reuniting a lost pet with his/her distraught owner!)
Take the pet to [...]

7 Questions to Ask Yourself Before Adopting

October 7, 2009 by Carrie  
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7 Questions to Ask Yourself Before Adopting

Are you ready to make the commitment to adopt a furry friend? Read over these questions to to help you make that decision.