How to prepare for a home check EN
The shelter wants to do a home check before adoption. What do they usually look for, and how can we prepare without stress?
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Adopting a senior cat: what to expect EN
We are thinking about adopting a cat around 10 years old. She is calm and affectionate. What health and adaptation issues should we expect?
Second week of adaptation: dog refuses walks EN
We adopted a dog two weeks ago. He is calm at home now, but he is reluctant to go outside and pulls back quickly. Is this normal or a problem?
What to ask the coordinator before meeting a dog EN
We have our first meeting with a shelter dog soon. What questions should we ask the coordinator to understand the dog’s character and needs?
A five-year-old child and a shelter dog EN
Our daughter is five and really wants a dog. We are considering an adult dog from a shelter. What should we look for and how do we prepare our child?
Introducing a shelter dog to my cat EN
We have an eight-year-old cat and want to adopt a dog. The coordinator says the dog is indifferent to cats, but I am afraid to leave them alone. Where do…
Can I adopt a dog if I work eight hours a day? EN
I really want to adopt a dog, but I work in an office eight hours a day. I can take the dog with me some days, but not every day.…
First day with a shelter cat: hiding under the sofa EN
We brought a cat home from the shelter yesterday. She has stayed under the sofa all day and has not come out. Food and water are nearby. What should we…
Introducing a second cat: how long does it take? EN
We have a calm 6-year-old cat and are thinking of adopting another adult cat. How long does the introduction usually take, and what should we prepare?
First week with a shelter dog: what helped us EN
We adopted a two-year-old mixed breed three weeks ago. The first days were overwhelming: he was scared of the lift and hid under the table. What helped us most was…