Pet Owner Education
Being a responsible pet owner is much more than just providing adequate water, food, and shelter for your pet. Domestic pets are completely dependent on their owners for their well being. A.R.F. is dedicated to ensuring our adopters and our communities are responsible pet owners. Below are important articles about being a responsible pet owner to reference throughout the long life of your pet.
General Pet Resources
- Microchipping Your Pet FAQs | How to register your pets’ microchip
- Annual Pet Care Costs
- Choosing a Veterinarian
- People Foods to Avoid Feeding Your Pet
- Toxic and Non-Toxic Plants List
- Why you should spay and neuter your dogs and cats (even if they don’t go outside)
New Pet Introductions
- Introduce a new dog to a resident dog
- Introduce a new dog to a resident cat
- Introduce a new cat to a resident cat
- Introduce a new cat to a resident dog
Dog Care
- General Dog Care
- Tips for the First 30 days of Dog Adoption
- Introducing a New Dog to the Pack
- DIY Obedience Training
- The Benefits of Crate Training
- How Much Exercise Does a Dog Need Every Day?
- Dog Grooming Tips
- Re-Housetraining Your Adult Dog
- The Signs of a Sick Dog and What to Do
- How to Reduce Separation Anxiety in your Dog
- Heartworm Prevention in Dogs
- Getting Your Dog on a Routine
Puppy Care
Cat Care
- General Cat Care
- Tips for the First 30 Days of Cat Adoption
- The Do’s and Don’ts of Introducing Cats
- FAQs about Cat Declawing (do not declaw!)
- How to Trim Your Cat’s Nails
- How to Stop Your Cats from Scratching Furniture
- How to Spot and Treat Cat Anxiety
- Litter Box Problems
- 10 More Subtle Signs of Illness in Cats
- The Best and Worst Way to Train Your Cat
- The Definitive Guide to Cat Body Language
- Playing vs. Fighting