How to Help Shelter Pets

The best way to help adoptable pets (other than giving them a forever home yourself) is by donating your time. There are plenty of ways to help - find out how.
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Surprising Ways to Donate to an Animal Shelter | Petfinder
Do you have a special talent or hobby like writing, photography or creating video? Use your skills to help your local shelters and rescue organizations create Petfinder profiles for their adoptable pets. Writing interesting descriptions, photographing shelter pets or highlighting one in an adoptable pet video for his Petfinder profile can bring attention to a pet who’s often overlooked.
Animal Shelters & Rescues | Petfinder
Dreaming of the day you can adopt a pet of your own? While you’re waiting, get your fill of animal love by volunteering at your local shelter or rescue org. Petfinder’s guide to volunteering will give you the resources to get you started.
Urgent Need for Pet Adoption - Find Dogs & Cats & More | Petfinder
On the fence about adopting a pet? Head to Petfinder.com to learn about pet parenthood, find answers to all of your pet-related questions and search for adoptables near you.
Urgent Need for Pet Adoption - Find Dogs & Cats & More | Petfinder
Happy Adopt a Shelter Pet Day! Indulge in a search on Petfinder.com. You know you want to.
Surprising Ways to Donate to an Animal Shelter | Petfinder
The best way to help shelter pets (other than giving them a forever home yourself!) is by volunteering your time. Many shelters need help cleaning, playing with and caring for animals, and keeping the facility in good condition. Even a few hours can make a huge difference.
How Do I Introduce My Foster Pet to My Current Pets? | Petfinder
If you’re thinking about becoming a foster parent, keep in mind that making introductions to your existing pets is a delicate process. Ask your shelter or rescue organization if you can bring your pets to the shelter for the initial meet-and-greet.
Interested in taking your passion for rescue pets to the next level? Petfinder has all the tips you need to start your own animal sanctuary. You never know, it could be your life’s calling!
Urgent Need for Pet Adoption - Find Dogs & Cats & More | Petfinder
Great news for pet foster parents: many of the expenses of fostering can be deducted as services rendered to a qualified 501(c)(3) organization. Supplies, medical bills and even some transportation costs can be written off. A win-win for animals and your wallet!
Surprising Ways to Donate to an Animal Shelter | Petfinder
Looking for a charitable component for your big day? Donate part (or all!) of your wedding registry to your local animal shelter.
20 Questions to Ask Before You Foster a Dog | Petfinder
Thinking about fostering a pet? There’s plenty to consider before welcoming a temporary family member into your home. Keep these tips handy.
Earlier today, this photo was uploaded to Reddit by user Dagorlad and everyone on the site collectively "Awwed."
If you're looking for a way to get your child to love reading, partner with your local animal shelter. Reading to shelter animals helps socialize dogs & cats and can improve kids' reading skills.
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Saving pets takes a community and Petfinder is lucky to have an amazing one. To thank our incredible community, we've rounded up the Top 10 ways they have helped pets in 2013!
Sponsor a Pet Program Faqs | Petfinder
There always may be room in our hearts for homeless pets, but there's not always room in our homes. Sponsoring is an easy way to help!
Surprising Ways to Donate to an Animal Shelter | Petfinder
Seven surprising ways to #GiveBack to pets in need that you may not have thought of yet!
Black Dog Syndrome | Petfinder
Black Dog Syndrome: The theory that black dogs are less likely to get adopted than other dogs. Once people know this bias exists, they’re more likely to give black dogs a chance—so repin to spread awareness! #AdoptABlackDog