Before You Adopt
Tips for finding the best cat or dog for you; plus: preparing for a puppy
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On Petfinder You Can...
- Learn before you adopt
- Search for adoptable pets
- Find adoption groups
- Post a pet classified ad
TIME Magazine Feature: A Pet Parent's Guide to Adoption
Check out A Pet Parent's Guide to Adoption, a special feature in this week's TIME magazine!
Get the scoop on Petfinder's impact on the pet adoption landscape and find great pet adoption tips, including
- Why patience is important
- What pet will work for you
- What to expect when adopting
- How to welcome your new family member and more!
Read A Pet Parent's Guide to Adoption today.
Today's Pet News
Emergency Prep for Pets
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Most Pet-Friendly Airlines
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World's Best Pet Parent Contest 2
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Put Petfinder on Your Web Site
In our Download Center, you'll find:
- Pet search tools for your Web site
- Facebook and MySpace widgets
- Petfinder logos
... and lots more!
Hot-Weather Pet Safety
Keeping Pets Cool
Hot weather is dangerous to pets. Learn to recognize signs of heatstroke and how to keep dogs and cats safe.
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Before You Adopt
Choose the Right Shelter or Rescue Group
The pet adoption experience at different types of shelters can be vastly different. Learn about these differences.
