Our FindersKeepers concept works to create life-long pet matches. The key to creating a true "family pet" - one who is gentle, loyal, and loving to both animals and people - is to treat the animal as a beloved family member and to provide the training and care he deserves. We encourage you to take advantage of  our free monthly pet educational classes. These informative classes provide tips to strengthen the bond between you and your pet - view classes.
To view notes from our recent free pet education classes click here.
To learn more about Adopting a Pet please view the articles below.
Lost Pet Tips
We want to help you find your missing pet. For recommendations on how to find your lost pet please click here.
Allergies to Pets
Being a pet owner is never easy. While pets bring us joy and companionship on a daily basis, they also require training, veterinary care, time, love, attention, and even tolerance. To learn more about pet allergies please click here.
Are You a Responsible Pet Owner?
Providing for your pets' physical needs and caring for them with love and commitment are the first requirements of responsible pet owners. But these are not the only requirements. Pet caregivers cannot reasonably or responsibly ignore the impact their animals can have on neighbors. This is especially true of those living in multifamily rental properties. For a few common-sense rules to keep your neighbors happy (and your pet safe) click here.
Bringing Your New Cat Home
For tips on making your cat's transition as comfortable as possible please click here.
Caring for Your Cat
Although your cat may act independent and be litter-trained, he still counts on you to provide him with food, water, safe shelter, regular veterinary care, companionship and more. Take care of these essentials, and you'll be guaranteed to develop a rewarding relationship with your feline companion. Learn more.
Preventing Litter Box Problems
Most of us know cats are finicky eaters, but they can also be pretty picky when it comes to the other end of the digestive process—making use of a litter box. Fortunately, the following suggestions should keep your cat from "thinking outside the box." Learn more.
Reasons to Adopt An Adult Cat
Adopt an adult cat and you know exactly what you are getting in terms of looks and personality. Learn more.
Protect Your Pet from Common Household Dangers
Many common household items can pose a threat to animal companions. Even some items specifically meant for pets could cause health problems. Learn more.
Selecting the Right Pet for Your Family
For many kids, the family pet is their best friend—a companion who not only provides unconditional love, but who also teaches them about friendship, responsibility, loyalty, and empathy. While most family pets are cats and dogs, other animals can be wonderful additions to your home. Rabbits, hamsters, gerbils, guinea pigs, small birds, and fish can make great family pets, for instance, as long as they receive the specialized care they need. Even though these animals are smaller than a cat or dog, they require just as much attention and care. Learn more.
Why You Should Spay or Neuter Your Pet
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Learn Why Your Dog Barks
If your dog’s “talkative nature” has created tension with your neighbors, then it’s a good idea to discuss the problem with them. It’s perfectly normal and reasonable for dogs to bark from time to time, just as children make noise when they play outside. But continual barking for long periods of time is a symptom of a problem that needs addressing—from the perspectives of your neighbors and your dog. Learn more.
Include Your Pets in Your Family Disaster Plan
Why is it important to include animals and pets in your family disaster plan? Our pets enrich our lives in more ways than we can count. In turn, they depend on us for their safety and well-being. Click here to learn how you can be prepared to protect your pets and animals when disaster strikes.
Furry Fact:
Did you know... We are a non-profit humane agency completely reliant upon private donations and community support. You can help, donate today and get involved with LHS.
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