A Missouri animal shelter is celebrating a happily ever after for one of their special rescue dogs. Nine-year-old Ginger has lived at Dogwood Animal Shelter for almost her entire life. She watched as other dogs found their families, but no one seemed to be the right match for the lovable lab mix. That was until
Adoption
If you have decided not to buy your next dog from a pet shop or breeder, this category provides the information you need to navigate the complex and rewarding process of adopting an animal. Learn about the organizations and programs that offer adoption services. Familiarize yourself with the facts you should consider when adopting a shelter/rescue animal. You will even find information on programs for specific breeds of dogs. This category of Barkspot is a must for anyone looking to give a displaced dog a new home with a loving family.
As social distancing takes full effect, animal shelters across the country want to share an important message. In an effort to protect their staff and volunteers, many shelters have made the difficult decision to close their doors. This will have a significant impact on how we continue to care for hundreds of thousands of rescued
Muttville Senior Dog Rescue in San Francisco, CA takes in over one thousand senior dogs every year. They do everything they can for each of those individual lives, and one of those special dogs is Watson. Surrendered to the shelter after his owner passed away, this English Mastiff found himself in a difficult situation. Thanks
When a litter of five puppies came to KC Pet Project in Kansas City, it didn’t take long for four of those adorable babies to find new homes. They were happy and playful, and everything you’d expect adorable puppies to be. Puppy number five, however, was a little different. Diagnosed with a rare condition called
UPDATE: Chesterfield County Animal Shelter has announced ALL dogs have made it home for the holidays!! There’s no place like home for the holidays, and one Virginia police officer wants every adoptable dog to feel that Christmas spirit. There are only three dogs left at Chesterfield County Animal Shelter, and Colonel Jeffrey Katz has generously
Animal rescuers from Lone Star Dog Ranch & Dog Ranch Rescue in Texas are calling what happened between a mama Corgi and four newborn Lab puppies “magical.’ After the Lab puppies’ mother died shortly after giving birth, shelter staff was faced with a serious problem. They were prepared to bottle feed the babies by hand,
With most of the country still in lockdown mode, California animal shelters are experiencing an unexpected problem—they’re running out of animals. Happy Tails Pet Sanctuary in Sacramento told news agencies that their dog adoptions have quadrupled since the spring stay-at-home order, and they’re not the only ones who have happily reached record adoption numbers. Most
Lucky Puppy Rescue in Florida is home to dozens of adult dogs and puppies all year-round. The non-profit dog rescue takes in about 1,000 dogs every year, and their number one goal is finding each of those innocent lives a loving home. While they’re always in need of donations and volunteers, this holiday season has
Why You Should Consider Adopting a Schnoodle If you’re looking into dog adoption, here’s why you should consider adopting a schnoodle. These hypoallergenic teddy bears make excellent family dogs, they’re incredibly affectionate, easily adapt to homes that already have other animals, and they come in varying sizes so you can adopt the schnoodle–whether it be
PetSmart is a store for everything your pet might need. The company was founded in 1992, and it now has over 1,000 stores across the United States. Its slogan is “anything for pets.” The idea is that by creating an environment where all the animals are treated well, you can provide a home to a
When adopting a dog, know the available resources to find the best dog for you. This article guides you in selecting the best place to adopt a pet.
Adopting a new furry friend is like bringing home a new baby, except bringing home a new dog to other pets or children doesn't always go quite as well.