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.

Dogs and Cats: Can Your Furry Friends Help You Pay the Bills?
Pets often seem like big money drains. Many folks only see vet bills, food costs, and endless toy purchases. But what if your beloved dog or cat could actually help fill your wallet? A quiet revolution is happening in the pet world, showing a less-talked-about side: pets as income generators. This new trend is creating numerous opportunities in businesses and services focused on pets.
By vijay sam5 months ago in Petlife
Whiskers and Wounds
Ayesha was once the melody in a quiet neighborhood of Lahore—the woman whose voice floated through jasmine-scented evenings like a gentle breeze. She taught music at the local school, her laughter ringing out as children fumbled with harmonium keys and off-key scales. Her home, small but warm, used to hum with life: the strum of strings, the soft clink of teacups, and songs passed down from her mother.
By meerjanan5 months ago in Petlife
The Tail That Taught Me Love
Ariba had never imagined herself as someone who’d come home to a wagging tail and muddy paws. She grew up in a house where everything had its place—shoes lined neatly by the door, cushions always plumped, and the idea of fur on the sofa was nothing short of a disaster. Her parents valued order, silence, and control. So did she—until one rainy evening rewrote everything.
By meerjanan5 months ago in Petlife
The Curious Case of Colorado’s “Tentacled” Rabbits
Did you know that in Colorado, some wild rabbits develop bizarre growths that resemble tentacles or horns? While only a small fraction—less than 5%—of the rabbit population is affected, these peculiar formations have captured the imagination of scientists and folklore enthusiasts alike.
By Soul Pages5 months ago in Petlife
Dog Rescued from River After 7 Years Missing — Owner in Tears
The rain had been pounding the small town of Willow Creek for two straight days. The river, usually a gentle ribbon winding lazily through the woods, had turned into a furious, churning beast. Locals stood on the muddy banks, watching debris race past, hoping no one — and nothing — would be caught in its pull.
By Muhammad Saeed5 months ago in Petlife
Meow in the Mine: The Underground Cat Recovery
It started with a faint, hollow sound—so soft that most would have mistaken it for the wind moaning through the old shafts. But to Liam Harper, who’d spent thirty years working these mines before they were sealed, it was unmistakable. It was a cry.
By Muhammad Saeed5 months ago in Petlife
"Whiskers in the Storm: The Daring Rooftop Rescue"
The rain had been falling for three days straight, turning our quiet little town into a maze of flooded streets and submerged yards. By the third night, the river had swelled past its banks, swallowing roads and creeping dangerously close to our front porch. Power was out, the wind howled like a chorus of ghosts, and the air smelled of mud and fear.
By Muhammad Saeed5 months ago in Petlife
How a Tiny Kitten Saved Me from My Darkest Days
There was a time, not too long ago, when getting out of bed felt like climbing a mountain barefoot. My mind was heavy, my heart heavier. Some days, even the thought of opening the curtains felt like too much effort. Friends tried to help, but there’s only so much comfort words can bring when you’re trapped inside your own head.
By Vocal Member 5 months ago in Petlife
Tomorrow I Become a Pet Owner – and I’m a Little Scared
Tomorrow marks the beginning of a whole new chapter in my life. Tomorrow, I will bring home Nero, a tiny 7-week-old dachshund puppy. Honestly, I don’t think Nero has any clue yet about how much he is about to change my entire world — my days, my nights, my routines, and even my heart.
By Akos Verbőczi5 months ago in Petlife
The Cat Who Knows My Secrets
I adopted Miso on a rainy Thursday when the world outside felt like it had lost all color. My therapist had said, “Try something alive. A plant, a pet. Something that depends on you.” I was skeptical. But there he was — curled up in a too-small basket at the animal shelter, half-asleep and wholly unimpressed by the world.
By Muhammad Sabeel5 months ago in Petlife
The Lizard That Solved a Robbery
No one in the quiet town of Willow Creek expected a lizard to outsmart a thief. Certainly not Officer Grady, who’d spent twenty-three years chasing shoplifters, speeding tractors, and the occasional cow that escaped during milking hour.
By Muhammad Saeed5 months ago in Petlife
The Cat Who Dialed 911
Mittens was an ordinary tabby cat—or so we thought. She spent her days lounging in the sunniest windowsill, chasing the occasional dust mote, and begging for treats with those irresistible green eyes. But on one rainy October evening, Mittens proved she was anything but ordinary.
By Muhammad Saeed5 months ago in Petlife