How to lend a helping hand to homeless pets 30 Articles

by Denise Cook

Shelter Dogs Need Love Too I didn't get much sleep last night. I kept thinking about Lucy, Sonny, Piper, Cooper and Paco, only a few of the dogs I personally handled yesterday at the Weatherford/Parker County Animal She...read more

by Ginger Kazay

If you are like me, you are a sucker for a sad face; but, please do not try to take in ALL the homeless pets you come across; because, there are better ways to help them. Some of the ways you can help homeless pets are:...read more

by Carolyn McFann

Due to abuse, neglect and abandonment, there are many unfortunate stray dogs and cats just left outside to fend for themselves. If you run across one, what are you to do? Here are some thoughts on helping cats. All my life...read more

by Sharon Kay

The majority of the American public has negative views of today's teens as a result of the actions of a few. As with anything, the negative actions of one group of teens gets most of the public attention. Teens that are ...read more

by Heidi Marie Fleetfoot

Most animal shelters are full of homeless pets that need allot of help and care while they are waiting to find new owners. The shelters are often manned by volunteers and any extra help is always appreciated. You could ...read more

by Jared Garrett

Many of us have seen them. Matted fur, mealy eyes, sometimes an ill-healed injury is apparent as well. The homeless pets. How do we help them? Thankfully, it is not hard. Depending on how committed you are or wanted to be,...read more

by Lady Lorianna

When we think of helping homeless pets, we usually picture a skinny kitty or doggie showing up in our yard. What should we do? We can't possibly take them in; we've already got two (three, five, fill-in-the-blank) pets, an...read more

by Gwenda D'Arcy

"Do you want a duck?" was the message left on my voice mail from my mother. I called her back immediately to see if she had completely lost her marbles, and to find out whatever she was talking about. She had...read more

by Cheryl Baker

I remember crying myself to sleep almost every night - overwhelmed with sadness for the animals being killed in my local shelter. Knowing they were being gassed and disposed of like old furniture or a bag of garbage, was a...read more

by Lee Sage

My experience as a "Foster mommy". The little male kitten opened his eyes for the first time and peered up at me. he wasn't drinking the bottle I was trying to give him; but chewing on it. He ALWAYS chewed on it until h...read more

by Kimberly Morin

Saving the World One Animal at a Time! Saving the world one animal at a time helps make a difference in life. Individuals should open their hearts to the world of animals and help make a difference in their lives. One ...read more

by Rachelle de Bretagne

Voluntary Associations all over the world take in those pets that people don't want, or that are found as strays. These are all kinds of animals and although these associations do their best to deal with the growing trend ...read more

by Molly Smith

Hand-Me-Down No More They laughed around her, About things she knew was cruel and appalling, She was the lonely one who cared about animals, Was more sensitive, Like she felt separate from the human race. She tri...read more

by N. A. Hernandez

Personally I have such a weak heart for homeless animals and when I see one I always want to take them home. My husband is always telling me we cant have a zoo in our backyard. Any animal that I see I want to take care of ...read more

by Ethel Smith

Homeless pets are unfortunately in rich supply these days. You may come across one at any time and hopefully will not just turn a blind eye to the problem. Even if you cannot take the animal home you should at least feel a...read more

by Mery May

Homeless pets are maybe the hardest issue to tackle after child abuse, I think. Both are EXTREMELLY VULNERABLE and it just break our hearts to see them in need and utter misery. The problem, however, lies with pets, beca...read more

by C Davison

Not everyone can adopt a pet in need, or be a surrogate family to animals that are in distress, but there are many ways that help can be given. The most important thing you could do to help is donate your time. Animals...read more

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by Starlight Black

Most of us have had our hearts captured by a puppy's melting chocolate eyes or a kitten's soft fur or even a monkey's alluring cheekiness. The strongest of bonds are said to be created over time but it can even be made wit...read more

by Cheryl O'Brien

Helping Homeless Pets I have a super soft spot for animals and there is nothing that melts my heart quite so quickly as a forlorn little puppy face staring up at me. Just ask my Nikki! She is 7 years old and is very goo...read more

by Raydene Labatore

The year was 1969. It was early spring and I was pregnant with my first child who was due beginning of September(she actually arrived Aug 31). I was having a hard time with morning well actually all day sickness so wasn't...read more