Fourth of July Dog Safety Tips

The Fourth of July is one of the busiest times of year for animal shelters. Between fireworks, family gatherings, open gates and summer heat, even well-behaved dogs can become frightened or find an unexpected opportunity to wander.

A little preparation can help ensure your holiday ends with everyone—two-legged and four-legged—safe at home.

Keep Your Dog Indoors During Fireworks

Even dogs that normally seem calm can panic when...

June is Foster a Pet Month, and it's the perfect time to talk about one of the most important ways people can help homeless pets: fostering.

When most people think about helping shelter animals, they think about adoption. But fostering can be just as impactful. Foster families provide temporary homes for pets while they wait for adoption, helping them get a break from the shelter environment and giving...

Every year, thousands of pets end up in shelters with no identification and no way to quickly reunite them with their families. A collar and tag can help, but tags can fall off, collars can break and accidents happen. That’s where microchips come in.

This May, in celebration of Chip Your Pet Month, the Animal Resource Center is offering pet microchips for just $10 throughout the...

April is Heartworm Awareness Month—a perfect time to learn about a serious (but preventable!) disease that affects pets across the country. Whether you’re a new pet owner or have had furry family members for years, understanding heartworm disease can help you keep them safe and healthy year-round.

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What Is Heartworm Disease?

Heartworm disease is caused by parasitic worms that live in the heart, lungs and blood vessels of...

As winter fades and yards begin to green up again, many pet owners welcome the return of spring. But alongside those beautiful flowers beginning to bloom comes a hidden risk: several common spring plants that pop up in yards and gardens can be toxic to pets.

Dogs and cats are curious creatures—sniffing, chewing or even digging up plants as they explore. Unfortunately, even a small amount...

This Valentine’s Day, let our adoptable dogs help you share the love! 💕 Download these free, printable Valentine’s Day cards featuring our adoptable pups. They’re perfect for sharing and for helping our dogs reach more hearts, one valentine at a time. Maybe even the heart of their future family.

February is Spay and Neuter Awareness Month. It is a good time to talk about one of the easiest ways pet owners can help their pets and their community. Spaying and neutering pets is an important part of being a responsible pet owner. This common procedure helps prevent unwanted litters, reduces the number of animals in shelters and helps pets live healthier lives.

Helping Prevent Too Many Pets

Many animals...

Winter weather in Ohio can be harsh, and cold temperatures, snow and ice pose real risks to pets, especially those that spend time outdoors. While Ohio law does allow dogs to be kept outside, every pet deserves proper shelter, care and protection from winter conditions. The safest place for pets during cold weather is indoors. If your pet must be outside, taking a few extra precautions can make a meaningful difference...

Licensing your dog isn’t just a legal requirement in Ohio, it’s also one of the simplest and most important ways you can protect your pet.

A dog license is your pet’s ticket home if they ever get lost. Unlike a microchip, which requires a special scanner, a license can be traced 24/7 by anyone with internet access. If someone finds your dog, they can look up the...

Thanksgiving is a time for gratitude, family and food — and for many of us, that includes our pets.

But between the delicious smells from the kitchen, a house full of guests and festive decorations, the holiday can bring some unexpected dangers for dogs. Here’s how to keep your furry friend safe and stress-free this Thanksgiving:

Keep the Feast on the Table

It’s tempting to share a taste of the...