Based on studies, we know that pets can be the key to lower stress, increased happiness, and increased fitness in their owners. Decreased blood pressure, decreased feeling of loneliness are additional health benefits from owning a pet. Pets play a … Continue reading →
Many animal rescue facilities are 501(c)(3) organizations, receiving their money from charitable donations. These facilities are committed to providing the best care possible to the homeless dogs, cats, rabbits, etc. in their care. South Florida heat can be brutal. The … Continue reading →
The Humane Society of the Treasure Coast (HSTC), Inc., is in our spotlight once again. It was founded in 1955 and is a no kill, nonprofit, shelter for animals, in Stuart, FL. HSTC is more than a shelter. They accept … Continue reading →
Yep, you read it right. Dogust 1st. It’s the birthday for shelter dogs, all shelter dogs, and is celebrated in the United States on August 1st. Shelters may not know the exact age or date of birth of the adopted … Continue reading →
Animal shelters play a vital role in communities. What do animal shelters do? A lot. They continuously work to unite lost pets with their owners, shelter those animals in need, and find new homes for animals that are lost. Shelters … Continue reading →
I am spotlighting a fantastic animal shelter here this month—The Humane Society of St. Lucie County (HSSLC). This shelter is proudly under new management and leadership since October 2019! More GREAT NEWS! They are an official no-kill shelter with the … Continue reading →
Caring Fields Felines (CFF), in Palm City, Florida, is in the shelter spotlight for May. I have had the pleasure of visiting this caring facility several times. Pauline Glover and her hardworking staff of volunteers always greets visitors with a … Continue reading →
This month, I’d like to spotlight Dogs and Cats Forever, Inc., which was organized in 1988 for the purpose of building and maintaining a shelter for homeless dogs and cats of the Treasure Coast. As with all dedicated shelters, this … Continue reading →
Animal rescue facilities are dedicated to finding good, forever homes, for homeless cats, dogs, and rabbits. Yes, rabbits! Rabbits are ranked third for domestic animals surrendered to shelters or released into the wild. Owner surrender is the most common reason … Continue reading →
Many animal rescue facilities are 501(c)3 organizations, receiving money from charitable donations. These facilities are committed to finding good homes for homeless dogs, cats, rabbits, etc. in their care. However, there are also other, perhaps not as well known, animal … Continue reading →
