Oldies but Goodies: 5 Reasons to Adopt an Adult Shelter Dog


Updated 10/13/11 9:29 AM · Posted by · 26 comments

Reasons to Adopt an Adult Pet

In honor of the ASPCA's Adopt a Shelter Dog Month, it's high time to address some of the hardest pups to place out there . . . the older dog in a shelter. Stuck with stigmas of "reject," "difficult," or worse, they often get overlooked for the fresh starts of playful puppies. Well, as someone who's raised a few pets from lil ones, it's not all fun and fluff. Before you head straight for the Read more

10 Mythbusting Realities About Shelter Dogs


Updated 10/11/11 6:23 PM · Posted by PetSugar · 2 comments

Adopting a Shelter Dog

Without a home but not without hope, animals in shelters have to fight uphill battles based on all the myths about their situations. I've come up with 10 common misconceptions about these pups and broken it down into the honest truth — get started and see for yourself in honor of Adopt a Shelter Dog month! Read more

15 Celebrities Who've Welcomed Children Through Adoption


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Celebrities Who Have Adopted Kids

Babies come into homes in many different ways, and Hollywood homes are no different. Some are born at home, some breathe their first gasp of air from the operating table, and some are born to one mother only to find a home with another. Celebs have traveled the world in search of babies to call their own. Here's a look at 15 who have turned to adoption to help complete their families. Read more

Tough Conversations: Kids' Books to Help Explain Adoption


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Best Children's Books About Adoption

Kids are naturally curious, and there comes a point when most start asking tough questions. They want to know why the sky is blue, if the moon is really made of cheese, and eventually, most want to know where they came from. For most parents, this is the moment when they must figure out how to best explain the birds and the bees. For parents who've adopted, the question has a whole other meaning. Read more

Couple Receives a $54,000 Tax Refund: Do You Qualify For One, Too?


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Adoption Tax Credit

Even the tax preparer couldn't believe the Ward family was receiving a $54,000 refund and had to check it 10 to 15 times. The couple is receiving the huge sum of money because of the federal adoption tax credit, which came into effect this year. Since the Ward family adopted five new kids, they are able to cash in on a tax credit of up to $13,170 per child. Although this tax credit was available Read more

Say Yes: 10 Questions to Ask Yourself Before Adopting


Updated 03/14/11 11:30 AM · Posted by PetSugar · 0 comments

Should I Adopt a Dog

Tomorrow is Petfinder's Adopt the Internet Day! We'll be featuring all kinds of adoptable animals throughout the day tomorrow, but in the meantime, if you're thinking about getting a pup, make sure you can answer "yes" to the following nine questions first. Source: Flickr User alicia rae Read more

Shelter Spotlight: Yorkshire Terriers Looking For Love


Updated 01/07/11 9:31 AM · Posted by PetSugar · 1 comment

Pictures of Yorkshire Terriers Available For Adoption

Like Natalie Portman, if you thinking about adopting a Yorkshire Terrier, you've probably been checking your local shelters and rescue groups. There are thousands of dogs in need of owners, so we're highlighting five precious pups around the country who are looking for love — and a warm body to snuggle with. Click through to read about these adoptable pets or start your own search now! Read more

The Cast of Teen Mom Cashes in on Pregnancy: Right or Ridiculous?


Updated 12/13/10 12:28 PM · Posted by · 2 comments

Teen Mom's Catelynn and Tyler Get College Funds

Being 16 and Pregnant isn't an ideal situation, but when you're a girl put in the spotlight by MTV, there may be some benefits. From the latest coverage of Amber's weight loss and tattoo to Tyler and Catelynn's college funds, the young moms featured in the popular program Teen Mom (meant to deter high school students from becoming parents) have gained fame. And, their fifteen minutes is Read more

Beyond the Breeder: 5 Places to Rescue a Purebred


Updated 10/27/10 4:00 AM · Posted by PetSugar · 1 comment

Places to Rescue a Purebred Dog

Maybe you've already fallen in love with a certain breed, but you really want to give a needy dog a home. Don't think that breeders or pet stores are your only option for purebreds — check out these five other starting spots to get the exact furry face you want, and feel good about the process. Read more

Wear the Change With Much More Than Me


Updated 10/14/10 4:05 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

Shirts For Adopt a Shelter Dog Month

I love a cool shirt and these have a cool cause, too. Much More Than Me supports October's Adopt a Shelter Dog Month and aims to remind people about all the shelter dogs needing homes and the importance of rescuing these pups. Messages with furry-faced reminders are printed on each tee so you can even educate others with your own fashion choices. Twenty-five percent of shirt sales go directly to Read more