adoption

Our guide to animal adoption; learn why, where, and how to prepare to adopt a cat, kitten, dog or puppy from an animal shelter or rescue group.

10 Heartwarming Reasons to Consider Pet Adoption
Adopting a pet brings great joy and fulfilment to your life. While buying from a breeder or pet store is an option, adoption offers unique and heartwarming benefits that make it incredibly rewarding. When you choose to adopt, you're not just welcoming a new family member; you're making a profound difference in the life of an animal in need.
By John Wick2 years ago in Petlife
Volunteering and Free Travel to the Netherlands: Opportunities and Life-Changing Experiences
Volunteering and Free Travel to the Netherlands: Opportunities and Life-Changing Experiences Volunteering represents a valuable approach for many individuals worldwide, combining a desire to serve the community with gaining new experiences and exposure to different cultures. Among the countries that are attractive destinations for volunteering, the Netherlands stands out due to its rich history, stunning natural landscapes, and open society. In this article, we will explore how individuals can benefit from volunteering opportunities in the Netherlands, along with the positive impact these experiences can have on their lives.
By William2 years ago in Petlife
The loudest animals on the planet
1. Ocean singer, planet singer The blue whale is the loudest animal on record, reaching a volume of up to 118 decibels. Blue whales do not sing complex ‘songs’ like humpback whales, but their low-frequency calls – below the human hearing threshold – can be heard from more than 500 miles away. Calculations in the 1970s by scientists Roger Payne and Douglas Webb suggested that blue whale songs could travel across the ocean.
By HK Decor2 years ago in Petlife
6 animals with the "strangest" hearts on earth
Did you know, our heart usually beats 72 times per minute while in the same period, the heart of a hibernating animal only beats 5 times but for a hummingbird it is 1,260 times.
By HK Decor2 years ago in Petlife
Decoding the mystery of the "two-headed" snake in Vietnam
In Vietnam, there exists a species of snake that, according to folklore, has two heads and has deadly venom. So what is that snake and is it really that poisonous? The following article will give you the answer.
By Ken Daklak2 years ago in Petlife
Cuckoo - The Heartless Mother and the Killer Child
The rainy season is a wonderful time for new life to begin to revive in the tropical rainforests. Plants put on a new green coat and somewhere in the forest, wetlands, reeds and reeds also grow. It is an ideal shelter and nesting place for some species of marsh warblers of the genus Locustella. It is also the right time for cuckoos to carry out the "desirable breeding mission" that their ancestors passed down in the struggle for survival.
By Ken Daklak2 years ago in Petlife
List of the most dangerous dog breeds in the world
Several recent cases of pitbulls biting people to death have caused public panic. However, this is not the only dangerous dog breed in the world.
By HK Decor2 years ago in Petlife
Which snake has the fastest speed on the planet?
8. Black Mamba - Africa's fastest moving snake A single bite from a Black Mamba can inject enough venom to kill 10 adult humans.
By HK Decor2 years ago in Petlife
The Controversial Adopt Don't shop
We've all heard the phrases before. Adopt, don't shop. Rescue is best. Don't breed and buy while shelter dogs die. These are just a few phrases that rescues use to convince the public that breeding animals for show, work, or pet homes is terrible and that you can find anything you need a pet for in a shelter or rescue pet. Sometimes that is true.
By Paige Krause 2 years ago in Petlife
In a Joint Effort, American Marine Mammal Facilities Collaborate with Spanish Aquarium to Safeguard Belugas Amidst the Ukraine Conflict. . Content Warning.
Since the Russian invasion of Ukraine in 2022, many animals, both domesticated and exotic, have suffered the devastating effects of war. Many pets were left behind as their owners fled the country in search of safety across the border. Animal rescue organizations stepped in to save these abandoned animals, hoping to reunite them with their families or find new homes for them. Zoos and aquariums worked tirelessly to ensure the safety and well-being of their animals, some even making the tough decision to move them to other facilities. Kharkiv's NEMO Dolphinarium stands out as one such facility that went to heroic lengths to protect its animals.
By Jenna Deedy2 years ago in Petlife
An Unexpected Bond
In a world often consumed by chaos and noise, sometimes the most profound lessons in love and humanity come from the unlikeliest sources. This is a story of how an unexpected encounter with a stray dog named Luna transformed my perspective on compassion, kindness, and the extraordinary bond between humans and animals.
By Lil'Rosie2 years ago in Petlife
The Rainy Day Rescue
On one stormy evening, as the rain poured relentlessly from the heavens… I found myself drawn to the open field near my home….. The sky was a dark, tumultuous grey, and the air was thick with the scent of wet earth.... My umbrella struggled against the ferocity of the wind……. but something compelled me to keep walking.
By Lil'Rosie2 years ago in Petlife