Homecoming Preparations for Your New Cat
April 24, 2009
Introducing your new cat to other family members requires some planning, especially if the family includes children or other pets. And if they don't already know, all household members should be shown how to safely handle a cat.
Introducing family members
Are You Ready to Adopt?
April 24, 2009
Adopting a new pet is about so much more than whether you’re a dog or cat person. Do you want an adult dog or cat, or would you prefer a puppy or kitten? The commitment is quite different.
Along with lots of fun and excitement, your new family addition brings change. Read below for a few things to consider before entering …Read more »
PetSmart Adoptions Associate Success Story - Angel
April 24, 2009
As PetSmart Trainer Ally helped prepare the adoption center, she asked if one of the available dogs could help her with her classes. The SPCA volunteer suggested an outgoing cute little black puppy, but when Ally locked eyes with a very timid blonde Shepherd mix, she …Read more »
PetSmart Adoptions Associate Success Story - Smudgey
April 24, 2009
As a Pet Care Manager at PetSmart, I care for many animals before they go to their forever homes,” says Jennifer. “I truly believe in forever pets.”
Homecoming Preparations for Your New Dog
April 24, 2009
Introducing family members
Introducing your new dog to other family members requires some planning, especially if the family includes children or other pets. And, if they don't already know, all household members should be shown how to handle a dog safely.
Proper Nutrition for Your New Dog
April 24, 2009
Your new family member deserves optimal nutrition
Just like humans, dogs have different nutritional needs at different stages of their lives. And just as you would provide good nutrition for someone you love, you will also want to do everything you can to ensure that your dog has a complete, balanced, and tasty menu that provides him with optimal nutrition. …Read more »
New pet know how: your new dog's health
April 24, 2009
Spay & nueter - a one-time surgery; a lifetime benefit
The right thing to do for your dog is to spay her (if female) or neuter him (if male). Because they're no longer distracted by the mating cycle, dogs of both sexes tend to make better pets when they are spayed or neutered; this enables them to develop a closer bond …Read more »
PetSmart Adoptions Associate Success Story - Buster
April 24, 2009
PetSmart associate Brittney remembers the first day that Buster came into her life.
“I was 10 years old and had just moved. I didn't really know anybody and my dog had recently died. My mom decided it was time for me to get a new dog. I wasn't too thrilled but when I …Read more »
PetSmart Adoptions Associate Success Story - April
April 24, 2009
As Jennifer parked her car at the PetSmart where she works, she spotted an Upper Valley Humane Society volunteer with a purebred Boston Terrier. “I couldn’t believe the dog was up for adoption!”
PetSmart Adoptions Associate Success Story - Hobo
April 24, 2009
In January '05, Jennifer saw a Lhasa Apso named Hobo on Petfinder.com. "He was so incredibly cute," says Jennifer who has a soft spot for the breed. But her mother was hesitant to adopt another dog as the family already had one Shih Tzu named Rolo. Jennifer gave up on the idea. …Read more »
