Adoption & Rescue

Sat, May 12 | By Margo Ann Sullivan | 1

Rescued pet faces down freight train to save owner's life. At a railroad crossing in Shirley, Mass., Lilly, the pit bull, hurdled into a race against time. The dog's owner, Christine Spain, had collapsed on the train tracks, and the westbound f… more ›

Sun, May 6 | By Zootoo Pet News Staff | 1

Initiative encourages bargain shoppers to help rescued animals. Do you love a good bargain? Do you scour local papers and websites for the best deals around? Is your favorite piece of mail the weekly circular? If so, the ASPCA has a missi… more ›

Thu, May 3 | By Amy Lieberman | 2

Information from new test may help to save your pet's life. For proud mixed-breed dog owners, explaining to curious people that they don't know what kind of dog they have, exactly, with a smile and a shrug of the shoulders is likely a re… more ›

Sat, Apr 21 | By Margo Ann Sullivan | 2

Postal Service employee becomes dog's best friend. A hike in the woods nearly ended in disaster for Tessie, but the six-year old Boston terrier is home safe, thanks to a Postal Service employee who became a dog's best friend.
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Sun, Apr 1 | By Zootoo Pet News Staff | 2

Simple ways to "go orange" in support of our four-legged friends. For many pets and their owners, the start of April means longer walks in the outdoors and more afternoon naps in the warm sunshine. But this month also kicks off Preventio… more ›

Mon, Mar 19 | By Zootoo Pet News Staff | 3

Celebrate with these five tips for puppy owners. This week marks the 6th Annual National Puppy Day, started by Colleen Paige of the Animal Miracle Foundation and Network in 2006. By shining the spotlight on adoption, this celebration aims to fi… more ›

Mon, Mar 12 | By Margo Ann Sullivan | 2

Chronic condition presents concern for potential pet parents. He had “the look.” Hugo Wolf, the 11-year-old orange and white tabby with the crumpled ear, knew how to charm prospective new pet parents, according Josiah Litant and Tali… more ›

Sun, Feb 12 | By Margo Ann Sullivan | 1

Unique case study examines the world of pet adoption. Cody, the golden retriever, has fit easily into life with his new family, Andrei and Kiki Markovits. To see a picture of him cuddled on the couch, no one would guess this dog had ever… more ›

Sun, Jan 29 | By Amy Lieberman | 5

58 adoptable puppies to be showcased on popular television event. While the New York Giants take on the New England Patriots this Super Bowl Sunday, Feb. 5, another set of athletes will also be taking the field – and television screen … more ›

Tue, Jan 10 | By Zootoo Pet News Staff | 1

Online thrift store teams up with ASPCA to help homeless pets. Many animal lovers want to find ways to do more for four-legged friends in need. And thanks to a new partnership between the ASPCA and WebThriftStore.com, those individuals n… more ›