Speak your cat’s language by doing these six easy things to show them how much you care. It’s as easy as giving them a treat. Check out @IHeartCatscom’s list to see the other ways: https://bit.ly/2YwzTaU How do you show your cat you care? Comment below!
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6 Ways To Show Your Cat How Much You Care
Just like people, deaf dogs have special needs and require different ways of training to learn about their world. This National Deaf Dog Awareness Week, we want to take a moment to recognize these dogs and the ways they make our world even more wonderful. 💕
Happy Whisker Wednesday! How is your cat dealing with the midweek blues?
Did you know the Welsh Springer Spaniel’s coat is actually waterproof? Check out the @AmericanKennelClub for this breed’s overview: https://bit.ly/2OY7fLs
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Welsh Springer Spaniel Dog Breed Information
It’s Motivation Monday! Go forth and conquer this day with the energy of an off-leash puppy at the park!
How do you celebrate your dog’s special day? Don’t worry, you’re not alone if you put way more effort into their birthday than your own! Comment below your crazy pet birthday stories!
Meet Arvin! He's smart, he’s handsome, and he’s currently available for adoption at PAWS Chicago.
Even though WE know how great he is, he’s just not confident in himself in new situations and needs a hand finding the perfect family.
Arvin’s one of a handful of pets at PAWS Chicago looking for a special home! Each week, we’ll share an adoptable dog or cat who’s been a little overlooked but doesn’t deserve to be forgotten - because harder to home doesn’t mean harder to love. Arvin would love to find a family that:
🐶: Has a big, fenced yard in a quiet neighborhood.
🐶: Follows a regular routine.
🐶: Has no kids or kids 12+.
🐶: Has no pets or has a big, energetic dog that Arvin can play with!
When you adopt through PAWS Chicago, you’ll receive a VCA Healthy Start Certificate, giving you a free visit with a veterinarian within 14 days of adoption and covering the cost of illness in the first two weeks of adoption (up to $500).
Learn more about Arvin and the PAWS Chicago Virtual Adoption Process at pawschicago.org/adopt
📷: Mark Lukas
We know you’re so excited to go on some autumn nature walks with your dog, but for this #FallSafetyTip, make sure you watch out for snakes, some of which can be venomous! They’re preparing for hibernation and may be a little crankier if disturbed by a curious pet! 🐍
When walking or hiking, if something happens to your pet, be sure to contact your veterinarian as soon as possible. #VCApets
Today is Global Cat Day, a special occasion devoted to unowned, free-roaming “community” cats. These cats often get a bad rap but it’s important to understand that these cats aren’t so different from our beloved pets. As a matter of fact, many are living on the streets as a result of being abandoned by their families.
We've included some tips to help manage and care for the community cats in your neighborhood.
Helping these cats starts by being a responsible guardian! Spay/neuter your own cat and keep them indoors.
* In just seven years, a single pair of cats and their offspring could produce a staggering total of 420,000 kittens! #VCApets
We love fall! It’s the perfect time to wear matching sweaters with your pet and sip on a pumpkin spice latte. Remember to be aware of all-weather safety tips. What fall activity are you most looking forward to doing with your pet?
We know your dog is as sweet as can be! What kind of dessert would your dog be this National Dessert Month. Cookies? Cupcakes? Ice cream with extra sprinkles? Let us know in the comments below. Check out our list of treats for your pets: https://bit.ly/2DkhiVc
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Dog Treats
Dogs: Feel free to talk their ear(s) off. Turns out talking to your dog has a range of benefits, including improving your bond and increasing their learning capabilities. @iHeartDogscom has the scoop: https://bit.ly/2lJkWja
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5 Reasons To Talk To Your Dog On A Daily Basis
One look at Bruno’s big, golden eyes and goofy smile and you’ll fall in love. This one-year-old Hound mix is at PAWS Chicago, Chicago’s largest No Kill shelter, and he’s looking for a home.
Like a lot of large adult dogs, Bruno needs help finding the right family. He’s a lovable underdog just waiting to shine in a house fit for this belly rub king and plenty of big pup playdates! You could just be Bruno’s people if your family:
🐶: Has experience owning a dog.
🐶: LOVES to play, run, or be active!
🐶: Is cat- and young kid- free but might have another large, playful pup to be Bruno’s best bud.
🐶: Has someone who’s regularly home to keep this big guy company.
If that sounds like you, you can learn more about Bruno and PAWS Chicago’s virtual adoption process at bit.ly/2HXppdJ.
When you adopt through PAWS Chicago, you’ll receive a VCA Healthy Start Certificate, giving you a free visit with a veterinarian within 14 days of adoption and covering the cost of illness in the first two weeks of adoption (up to $500).
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Bruno | Pets Available | PAWS Chicago
November is ASPCA® Adopt a Senior Pet Month! Senior pets are full of love, independent and already familiar with humans. Contrary to popular belief, older pets are loyal and often bring a calming presence to new forever homes.
How ready are you for fall? Keep an eye out for unexpected hazards on long fall walks!
For National Pet Cancer Awareness Month, visit VCA Pet CancerCare to learn more about pet cancer: vcapetcancercare.com
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Boo! It’s Halloween! Is your pet more trick or more treat? To celebrate, we’d love to see what fabulous costume they’re wearing today. Share it below!
After almost two years of searching for a home at PAWS Chicago, it can be easy to overlook Chestnut. But this loving, three-year-old pup is just as ready as ever to find his family!
Chestnut can be a little shy and needs help feeling comfortable but once he does, you’ll see him turn from underdog to wonder dog. If you’re an experienced dog owner and live in a non-urban home without kids or cats but with a big fenced yard for playtime, Chestnut could be your newest family member.
When you adopt through PAWS, you’ll receive a VCA Healthy Start Certificate, giving you a free visit with a veterinarian within 14 days of adoption and covering the cost of illness in the first two weeks of adoption (up to $500).
Learn more about Chestnut and the PAWS virtual adoption process at http://bit.ly/PAWSChestnut.
Sorry cats and dogs, we’re not looking for your shadow! Today we’re celebrating another furry little creature—because it’s Groundhog Day! Do you think we’ll have a longer winter this year?
It’s Clover, a pup available for adoption at PAWS Chicago! We first shared her picture around the holidays and even though she’s still having some trouble finding the perfect home, she’s not giving up hope. And neither is PAWS or VCA.
You might just be Clover’s new people if your home is:
🐶: Active and ready for adventure
🐶: Cat- and young-kid-free
🐶: Full of experienced dog owners who can help her continue training
Meet her and read more about our virtual adoption process at https://bit.ly/2LCScWv
As a VCA partner, you’ll receive a VCA Healthy Start Certificate, giving you a free visit with a veterinarian within 14 days of adoption and covering the cost of illness in the first two weeks of adoption (up to $500) when you adopt from PAWS.
Leonard is 15 pounds of spunky Chihuahua goodness at PAWS Chicago ready to find his people.
PAWS rescues ALL homeless cats and dogs, not just the ones that can easily fit into every home – pets like Leonard. As one of their “underdogs,” he needs help finding a special home:
🐶: Leonard’s perfect home is kid- and pet- free.
🐶: His future human is an experienced dog owner who has time to help Leonard warm up and trust
🐶: Leonard is a little guy and conflicted about the big, wide world! He craves space and routine to help him feel safe.
Meet Leonard and learn more about the PAWS virtual adoption process at https://bit.ly/2N92Ncn.
As a VCA partner, PAWS Chicago offers am up-to $500 VCA Healthy Start Certificate, giving you a free vet visit within 14 days of adoption and covering the cost of illness.
Happy 2021 from Warren, an adoptable dog at PAWS Chicago! Warren’s decided that 2021 is his year to go from underdog to wonderdog with his very own family – can you help?
We hear he’s a big fan of morning kisses and walks outside, and those ears? Adorable. But he has some specific needs in a home to really help him feel happy and comfortable. If your home is in a quiet neighborhood, young kid (12+)-free, has a yard, and someone who’s constantly there, you might just be his people.
Learn more about Warren and PAWS’ virtual adoption process at https://bit.ly/2X6Oirs.
As a VCA partner, you’ll receive a VCA Healthy Start Certificate, giving you a free visit with a veterinarian within 14 days of adoption and covering the cost of illness in the first two weeks of adoption (up to $500) when you adopt from PAWS.
Under all this fluff is an adoptable dog named Buddy. He’s a big, active one-year-old, and he’s still searching for a home.
Like so many big, active dogs, he’s been with PAWS Chicago a little longer than most dogs. His needs, like the need for a training-experienced owner, a pet- and kid- free home, and plenty of exercise, can seem daunting but trust us - for a buddy like Buddy, it’s well worth it.
Meet Buddy and learn more about PAWS’ virtual adoption process at bit.ly/2WSV8kg
When you adopt through PAWS Chicago, you’ll receive a VCA Healthy Start Certificate, giving you a free visit with a veterinarian within 14 days of adoption and covering the cost of illness in the first two weeks of adoption (up to $500).
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Buddy | Pets Available | PAWS Chicago
Pembroke Welsh corgis may have little legs, but don’t be fooled! These dogs take long walks daily and are very playful around little ones. Learn more about your favorite dog breeds with VCA: http://bit.ly/2yTSIYu
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