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After shelter life: Helping adopted dogs adjust to their new home

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For animal shelter volunteer Janique Goff Madison, nothing beats the joy that comes with seeing one of the dogs under their care find a new family. While some shelters are equipped to provide the best care to homeless dogs and cats, some don't have enough space and resources to care for these pets properly. This is why finding the right dog-human match can be such a heartwarming experience. However, the struggle might not be over. Adopted dogs need some time to settle in their new home. Here's how to make the transition easy for these furry friends: Image source: Pexels.com Image source: Pexels.com Prepare the place : Making the home dog-friendly will make the new addition to the family feel more comfortable. Assigning a space where the dog can rest, eat, and play will make housetraining easier. Janique Goff Madison says that if there are other pets, it's important to assign a safe space for the new dog to let them find their place in the house. D...

How to give shelter cats the care they deserve

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Janique Goff Madison . Animal welfare organizations take in many cats with the hope of finding them a family that will take care of them for a long time. While waiting for shelter cats to be adopted, here are some ways volunteers and visitors can give them the care they deserve. Image source: Pixabay.com Image source: Pixabay.com Provide them with a clean and comfortable place. Janique Goff Madison . Like humans and other creatures, cats may sometimes have a hard time adjusting to new environment. They might also feel separation anxiety from their old owners. To help them get used to the shelter, they must be provided with a clean and comfortable space. Some shelter cats fall ill because they cannot rest or move well in their temporary home. Keeping their place dry and giving them a corner where they can eat and nap without interruption will keep them healthy. Janique Goff Madison. Keep cats entertained Shelter cats will be happier if they're given a...