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As soon as you enter an animal shelter, the temptation to adopt will be very great. That’s why it’s so important to consider whether bringing an animal into your life…

Each year, more than 500,000 pets are affected by house fires, with 1,000 house fires started by pets themselves. In order to prevent and prepare for a possible house fire,…

Develop a plan of action for your shelter for handling home foreclosures. This plan should prevent relinquishment of pets by providing counseling and assistance to families. The best outcome for…

Should I get pet insurance for my pet’s veterinary care? There are many ways to make sure your pet receives proper, yet affordable, medical care. Your vet may offer special…

If your pet does become lost, don’t delay. Take the following steps to help bring your companion animal home to safety. Act fast! Don’t waste days hoping your pet will…

People who live in areas experiencing cold weather and winter storms need to take extra precautions to keep their animals safe. Pets left to fend for themselves in cold weather…

Why do I see the American Humane’s end credit on some movies and not on others? The “No Animals Were Harmed”® End Credit Disclaimer is awarded only to productions that…

Tornadoes are among the most terrifying and destructive natural phenomena – and they rarely give much warning. Having an emergency plan for your entire family – including your pets, is…

Disasters can be as diverse as a barn collapse, train derailment, drought, blizzard, explosion, or any situation that leaves animals helpless and without care. As the animal care facility in…

Summer sneaks up on us fast — sometimes too fast for the health and safety of our pets. So here from the experts at American Humane are a few pet…