Everything you need to help your
new pet adoption last a lifetime. Sponsored by
Petfinder.com
Starting Your Adoption Right
- First, read our Adoption Checklist to help you select the pet that’s right for you.
- Need help finding a Petfinder pet that fits your lifestyle? Check out The Shelter Pet Project’s Pet Personals.
- When you’re ready to bring your new pet home, we’ve got First 30 Days Tips for Cats and First 30 Days Tips for Dogs to help ease the transition.
Tackling Pet Problems
We asked adoption groups why pets are surrendered to them. The results:
*Source: Petfinder FurKeeps Member Survey 2009
Having Trouble? Here’s Help
- MovingCheck out our tips for finding pet-friendly housing before you look for a new home. Once you find a place, check out these tips for moving with pets.
- Pet Behavioral IssuesHere’s help with some of the most common problems. For more, visit our Pet Training section.
- CostThe costs of owning a pet can vary. Before you adopt, check out our charts, Estimated Annual Dog Care Costs and Estimated Annual Cat Care Costs. If you’ve already adopted, we’ve got tips for pet parents on a budget and where you can find low-cost spay/neuter programs.
- Pet HealthPet insurance can prepare you for unexpected pet-health problems. Our partner, PetFirst, offers a low-cost pet-insurance plan for only $5 for the first month.Also, visit our Pet Health section for tips on keeping your pet healthy and information about:
- Pet AggressionUnderstanding the different types of aggression and their causes can be the first step to solving the problem.
Do You Need Pet Insurance? A look at PetFirst
Don’t be caught off guard by an unexpected vet bill. PetFirst prepares you for emergencies, so you can make your pet’s healthcare decisions with your heart, not your wallet.
Cleaning a Home with Pets: Tips from BISSELL
Don’t let housetraining accidents and other messes come between you and your pet! Check out these tips:
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