Caring for Pets Stories

Dog matchmaking is important business. Canine caregivers pair dogs together who can help each other overcome challenges (e.g., shyness or fear).

Manx cat, who does not have Manx syndrome but does have diabetes that is under control, finds the perfect forever home.

Best Friends member, dog lover, and dog agility trainer learns about the feline immunodeficiency virus and adopts two FIV cats.

Two hound mixes, a stray and a shelter dog, form a strong friendship at the Sanctuary. Their bond is enduring and special.

Cat who is cross-eyed has no trouble winning the hearts of everyone he meets. He is a very charismatic cat.

Story of a pit bull terrier mix who had a rough start in life but now is getting extra special care and help, and has a much brighter, happier future.

How to care for kitten orphans without a mother: week-by-week care guide on bottle-feeding, weaning, solid food, as well as spay neuter and adoption.

Help pets (cats, birds and dogs) beat winter blues with enrichment ideas. Creative, low-cost games, food puzzles and foraging activities for animals.

Adopter shares her personal perspective on what it's like to care for and train a rescued puppy mill dog, including the challenges and rewards.

Are bulldogs, beagles, golden retrievers, Labs or some other breed the best dogs? What is the best dog breed for a family?

Manx cat with Manx syndrome (shortening of a cat's back end, preventing the spinal cord, organs and muscles from developing properly) gets treatment.

How do you take care of an orphaned kitten? Here are step by step instructions, including info on feeding and helping a kitten go to the bathroom.

Spunky senior cat can be demanding, but she enjoys being around people. She is feeling better after receiving treatment for kidney and thyroid issues.

Considered exotic pets, rabbits are great companions when kept as house pets, where they are safe from predators and extreme weather.

How old is the kitten? Is it a 2 week old, 5 week old, or 8 week old kitten? Figure out orphaned baby kitten's age to determine how to care for him.