by Kristina O'Keefe | Jan 10, 2020 | Animal Rescue
Animal shelters, whether nonprofit organizations or municipal shelters, rely on donations to provide for the animals in their care. When you donate, it is important to know what you are donating to. Also, it is essential to realize that a shelter that looks a little...
by Kristina O'Keefe | Jun 2, 2019 | Animal Rescue
Cats scratch in an effort to mark their territory, shed their nail husks, and stretch. This is a normal and natural behavior, and from an animal welfare perspective, animals who are able to express natural behaviors lead happier and more wholesome lives. This behavior...
by Kristina O'Keefe | Jan 31, 2019 | Animal Rescue
Pet overpopulation is an issue that plagues animal advocates and the shelters that house unwanted and abandoned pets. According to statistics gathered by ASPCA, approximately 6.5 million animals enter United States shelters every year. While it is estimated that 3.2...
by Kristina O'Keefe | Nov 6, 2018 | Animal Rescue
Sitting on the couch looking at my dog and best friend, I am so filled with gratitude for all of the events that led to us finding each other, yet it makes me painfully aware that there are millions of dogs just like Huck sitting in shelters right now waiting to be...
