Behavior & Training

When you bring a new pet home, it’s important to give them space, a safe environment and time to adjust to life as part of your family! While it’s exciting to have a new animal in your home and you might be eager to interact with them right away, remember that they’re adjusting to an unfamiliar place and new people.

When you bring a new pet home, it’s important to give them space, a safe environment and time to adjust to life as part of your family! While it’s exciting to have a new animal in your home and you might be eager to interact with them right away, remember that they’re adjusting to an unfamiliar place and new people.

There’s an incredible variety of cats who need homes, from 8-week-old kittens to seniors, from shy cats to attention seekers, and so much more. As you decide which cat(s) to add to your family, we recommend you consider the following factors.

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When welcoming a cat into your home, they’ll need some time to adjust to their new space. The kindest thing you can do when bringing your cat home is provide a safe space, and allow them to get to know their new space gradually.

Adopting a pet is one of the most rewarding choices you can make. It means joy, companionship and a second chance for an animal who needs you. But with so many wonderful pets looking for homes, it can feel overwhelming to know where to start.

Many dogs struggle with jumping, mouthing, grabbing and barking when they get too excited. If your pup has shown any of these behaviors, it’s important to set up your home for success and consistently teach your dog the behaviors you want them to do instead.

We are thrilled you’ve chosen to adopt and are here to ensure you and your pet are set up for success as they transition into your home.

The early months of your puppy’s development will set the stage for their behavior for the rest of their life.

When bringing home a shy or fearful cat, it’s important to give them time, space and a comfortable environment to decompress and adjust.

When bringing a new pet home, it’s important to give them time, space and a safe environment to adjust. This is especially true for a dog who is shy or fearful.