Archives: Adoptions

• Health Checklist for Your New Kitten

  March 15, 2018

  

  Are you thinking of adding a new kitten to your home in the near future? Perhaps a lovable ball of fur wandered into your yard and you’re planning on adopting it. If you’re about to be the owner of a kitten companion, read on to find out about the key steps you’ll need to take to ensure your new addition’s health and happiness. Kitty’s First Check-Up Whether your kitten has come from a shelter or … Read More »

• Is Your Child Ready for a Puppy?

  January 1, 2016

  

  Has your little munchkin started asking for a puppy? Are you wondering whether the time is right for a new four-legged, furry family addition? Determining when to get your child their first pet can be a bit tricky. One the one hand, children can reap some great physical and emotional benefits from having a pet. Pets provide playmates, friendship, unconditional love and loyalty, and plenty of cuddles, all of which are wonderful things for a … Read More »

• National Adopt-a-Senior-Pet Month

  November 15, 2014

  

  Did you know that November is Adopt A Senior Pet Month? There are many senior pets in desperate need of ‘furever’ homes. Older animals make wonderful, loving pets, yet, sadly, they are often overlooked in favor of younger pets. If you are looking for a new furry friend, you may want to consider adopting an older animal. In this article, your local vet Saint Lucie County goes over some advantages of adopting senior pets. Training … Read More »

• Adopt…Don’t Shop

  January 16, 2014

  

  So you’ve decided it is time to bring a new pet into your home. You won’t regret it! That new dog or cat will provide you and your family with much happiness and love.   Impulse buying has become a mainstay in many people’s daily lives but shouldn’t be a factor when considering a pet. There are thousands of pets residing in shelters across our country; often they have only a few days to be … Read More »