Housing is scarce and rents are high, so how do you find a dog-friendly apartment, even in a “no-pets” building? Here are some clever ideas.
Category: Animal Welfare
How Kids Can Help Animals in Shelters: An Expert Guide
Teach them the value of social responsibility by allowing them to volunteer — or help shelters in a variety of ways. Here’s where to start.
The Serious Link Between Domestic Violence and Animal Cruelty
Thanks to a new law, fewer victims of domestic violence have to make the heartbreaking choice of escaping their abuser or staying to protect their pet.
What Are Barn Cat Programs?
A barn cat program gives “community cats” safe outdoor homes with food and water — and the cats control the rodent population.
How Haku the Cat Was Broken — And Then Put Back Together Again
Haku was extremely lucky — not all cats that fall from high distances survive. Sadly, the ASPCA sees dozens of cases of high-rise falls every year.
ASPCA Honors Its 2018 Humane Awards Winners
The awards honor animal heroes (and human heroes) who are doing extraordinary work to improve animal welfare.
Dog Racing Is Cruel. Let’s Celebrate the Fact That Its Days Are Numbered.
Greyhounds and other dogs suffer through a short, painful life when they’re raised to race. This cruel practice is coming to an end, though not swiftly enough.
How Cloud Nine Rescue Flights Are Saving Animals in Need
The aviators of Cloud Nine Rescue Flights are on a mission to rescue as many animals as possible in the face of catastrophe.
What Will Happen to Your Cats When You Die?
Wondering what happens to cats when you die? Here’s why the idea of writing your cats into your will isn’t as crazy as you’d think.
Dog Cloning: Scientific Breakthrough or Unethical Practice?
With Barbra Streisand giving credibility to this icky practice, dog cloning might become a legitimate choice for pet lovers. But don’t fall for it.