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Madlad Staff Member

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G A 1 month ago

Seen this one many times. What a lousy pet shop.

76points

#3

My Girl Jinx! She’s All Teefies

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203points

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G A 1 month ago

Oh bless! Thank you for taking her on.

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Taking on the responsibility of adopting a pet is commendable. But before doing so, you must first check if you’re suited for it. For Queenstown Veterinary Hospital owner Dr. Marianne Bailey, your lifestyle is the number one factor to consider.

“If you work long hours or you travel a lot, getting a dog that has a lot of energy [and] needs a lot of exercising might be a mismatch,” Dr. Bailey told WMDT.

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Ziggy Before And After Being Rescued

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201points

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Dusty's mom 1 month ago

Poor baby! So glad they're safe, fed, and loved! ♥

41points

#5

Just Rescued Our 1st Hound, He’s 14 Yo

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201points

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Jilly 1 month ago

Senior dogs are the best!

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#6

My Mother Adopted An Adult Cat

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197points

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Dusty's mom 1 month ago

A few C**n Cat genes in the mix, it seems! ♥

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However, many people subscribe to several myths about pet adoption. One of them is that pets in a shelter aren’t domesticated enough to be adopted into someone’s home.

Pet behaviorist Dr. Tammie King debunked this, saying behaviors can be modified. As she pointed out in an interview with Mars, newly adopted pets won’t feel at home for the first three weeks.

She says, “Be mindful of this and work with your new adopted pet to bring out their best side.”

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Husband Went To Pet Store For Dog Food, Adopted Cat

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The Phantom Stranger 1 month ago

He's a keeper! (The husband and the cat )

78points

#8

This Is Finn. Rescued And Finally Adopted!

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193points

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G A 1 month ago

Lovely smile

33points

#9

It's Upsetting That Senior Cats Are Often Overlooked For Adoption :( 11 And 12 Years Young

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192points

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G A 1 month ago

I am thinking of adopting an older cat to come live with my kittens to give them some good later years.

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Many people are apprehensive about adopting a pet from a shelter because of the uncertainty of their behaviors. This may be especially true for previously abused animals.

Dr. King advises creating a routine involving many positive pet experiences in such cases. She recommends establishing consistency in where pets eat, sleep, and go to the toilet while encouraging desirable behaviors such as chewing and scratching appropriate items.

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My Wife Who Was Going To "Tolerate" A Cat For My Sake

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glowworm2 1 month ago

I don't think she had any problem "tolerating" this little one. Kitty has her own pillow!

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#11

Adopting This Boy From The Shelter

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191points

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G A 1 month ago

Adoration

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#12

I Decided To Adopt Them Both Together!

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Odin Schmidt 1 month ago

It was un-a-void-able! I'll see myself out.

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While there are specific behavioral issues among pets adopted from a shelter, Dr. King points out that cats and dogs, for example, have needs and personalities specific to them. To avoid potential problems, she urges allowing new pets to express themselves naturally.

Dr. King suggests providing mental stimulation through food-dispensing toys, scratching posts for cats, and physical exercise. But if you need professional assistance, you can always consult shelters for advice on individual pet traits.

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My Newly Adopted Kitten, Merlin

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Dusty's mom 1 month ago

Casting a spell on you already. ♥

36points

#14

My Female Cat Adopted My New Kittens On Day One

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180points

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G A 1 month ago

Awwww

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#15

Rescued Her Mom A Few Weeks Ago. Thought She Was Fat

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177points

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Angela C 1 month ago

2 for 1 special

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Now, we’d like to hear from you, readers. Do you have any helpful pet adoption tips to share? What would be your best advice to first-timers considering welcoming a new furry friend into their home? Share them in the comments!

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Rescued Her Yesterday

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G A 1 month ago

Blep

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#17

We Adopted Boots This Weekend

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Red Hair Blue Soul 1 month ago

And the boots with the fur

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#18

Say Hi To My Boys! :d

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168points

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glowworm2 1 month ago

They are really really cute. Love the eye markings.

21points

#19

Adopted A New Cat, She Likes To Go For Rides In My Purse

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165points

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glowworm2 1 month ago

That is absolutely precious.

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#20

As A Newly Cat Parent, I Wanted To Share My Baby, Butters

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glowworm2 1 month ago

Butters is a perfect name.

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#21

Just Adopted This Handsome Man, Newt

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161points

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Bee Happy 1 month ago

I’m sorry Miss, I think you might have Ron Perlman there. (Just kidding)! Lolol He’s a super handsome boy! Congrats on the new addition! 😊

47points

#22

My Dogs Adopted A Cat

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160points

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G A 1 month ago

Looks like a gang for mischief

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#23

Proof You Should Adopt Litter-Mates

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The Phantom Stranger 1 month ago

This reminds me of those ads that say "Now available in 6 designer colors!"

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#24

I Adopted This Cat Today For My Boy It Is A Wonder

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154points

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glowworm2 1 month ago

That is an absolutely gorgeous cat.

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#25

Meet Dave!

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Dusty's mom 1 month ago

Hi Dave! ♥

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#26

4 Days Ago I Rescued Luffy From The Street, And He's Already Like This, I Think He's Comfortable, Hahaha

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153points

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G A 1 month ago

Blep!

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#27

My Julia

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153points

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Odin Schmidt 1 month ago

Love the ears!

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#28

Just Adopted This Young Man

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The Phantom Stranger 1 month ago

He looks like a British butler--he's kind of got that "I've seen it all and nothing fazes me" expression.

53points

#29

Our New Family Member

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leendadll 1 month ago

Those murder mittens!!

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#30

Adopted A Kitten

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150points

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glowworm2 1 month ago

Is OP the dog telling us this?

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#31

This Boy Made Me Into A Cat Person

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150points

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Dusty's mom 1 month ago

Toe beans!!! ♥

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#32

Went In To Foster A Litter Of Kittens And Ended Up Adopting A Senior Sweetie On Tuesday

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144points

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Dusty's mom 1 month ago (edited)

Pleased to meet you. Would you take me home? ♥

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#33

Heard A Crying Kitten, Investigated. She Ran Right Up To Me

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G A 1 month ago

CDS works it's magic

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#34

Our Blind Long Haired Frenchie We Adopted

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135points

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Carol K 1 month ago

Awwwwww adorable!

22points

#35

Myself & My Partner Adopted Our First Cat Yesterday!

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132points

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glowworm2 1 month ago

Such a pretty girl.

30points

#36

Feel Like We Need A Mature, Distinguished Name For This Guy We Just Adopted

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glowworm2 1 month ago

Winston.

70points

#37

My Husband And I Adopted Our First Corgi Over The Weekend

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126points

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G A 1 month ago

Ears like sails!

22points

#38

Abandoned Train Cat Needs A Name That Suits Him!

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122points

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Bear Hall 1 month ago

Whistle!

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#39

Became The New Owner Of This Sweet Boy Who Was Rescued From The Streets Today. For The Life Of Me I Cannot Think Of A Name That Feels “Right” So Plz Help Me!

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122points

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Dusty's mom 1 month ago

Homie. 'Cause that's where they belong! ♥

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#40

George, 7 Months Old

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121points

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chrnh@metrocast.net 1 month ago

I LOVE fuzzy, hairy dogs! George is beautiful!

18points

#41

This Kitty Randomly Showed Up At My House Today. I’ve Been Adopted

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120points

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G A 1 month ago

Maybe jumping the gun just yet. Might just be hanging out.

24points

#42

I Recently Adopted This Cat

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120points

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Dusty's mom 1 month ago

And you've been catnabbed! ♥

21points

#43

Rescued This Little Thing Today After A Few Days Of Trying To Grab It From A Construction Site Near Work. I’ve Never Seen Cats Sit Like This? Vet Appointment Tomorrow!

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120points

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The Phantom Stranger 1 month ago

Looks like he just needs a good bath and some feeding up, although one eye might be infected. But that posture is perfectly normal--my cat folds her paws like that all the time.

50points

#44

My Girlfriend Found And Saved An Orange Cat

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114points

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G A 1 month ago

I want a ginge!

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#45

Never Thought I’d Ever Be A Cat Owner But On An Empty Lot Where I Walk My Dogs This Little Man Came Up To Me For Pets

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113points

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UtanaYona 1 month ago

I hate to break it to you...you don't own the cat. You are now the staff...the cat owns you...and it's wonderful.

50points

#46

I Adopted This King Because His Gaze Caught My Attention,what Should I Name It?

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111points

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Dusty's mom 1 month ago

I think you already named him. ♥

46points

#47

We Just Adopted This Little Girl From The Shelter. Please Help Us Name Her!

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108points

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G A 1 month ago

Pixie-short for Manicpixiedreamdog

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