All About Animal Rescue, Pets In The City

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There are so many animals that need your help. There are strays and feral cats that are living off scraps and garbage that need care. There are abandoned pets found in parks, parking lots and on the streets. And don't forget about wild animals that are having their habitats invaded by us who might become injured or sick.

The environment can be rough for animals in the city. Animals have to deal with cars, trucks, ambulances, e-bikes, and other traffic that could hurt them. There are noises that you don’t find in the country that city animals have to deal with. 

There are predators in the city that are more dangerous than the fiercest bear, hawk, or coyote (although you might even find those in the city sometimes!). Whether it’s a cranky malicious person who puts out poison, someone wanting to capture animals for fighting or other bad purposes, or even just someone who is trying to help but ends up causing more harm to the animal. Taking care of animals in the city requires us to protect them from harm coming at them from all directions.

I can answer your questions about adopting pets, caring for them, and rescuing animals in the city. Let’s work together to make a great life for all the critters that share our cities with us.

I can give you information about:

• Why rescuing pets is usually better than buying them from a store or breeder. 

• What is the attraction that my child or partner has for a pet.

• What’s the best pet for me? When people think about pets, they usually think about just dogs and cats. But there are so many other pets that match your personality and living situation. Also, there are different breeds of dogs and cats, and some might work for you and others wouldn’t.

• What you should do if you see an abandoned cat in my neighborhood or an injured bird. 

• Now that I have my pet, how should I take care of it? 

• And more…

Photo by Gustavo Santana: https://www.pexels.com/photo/portrait-of-two-dogs-sitting-5860549/

Dogs are the most popular pet in the U.S. If you are looking for a dog, you need to consider what breed of dog you want. For example, a Saint Bernard is a large breed of dog so it might not work if you are in a tiny apartment.  But they tend to be cuddly, loveable, quiet, and they don’t need a lot of exercise, so if you have a little bit of space and you want a big loveable lug, the Saint Bernard might be for you! 

Learn about various dog breeds and find out what breed would fit best into your lifestyle. Remember that all dogs are individuals. Knowing the breed only give you an inkling of common breed characteristisc, but the individual dog you are thinking of adopting  might have a very different personality than what you would expect from breed stereotypes.

Photo by Victoria Rain: https://www.pexels.com/photo/woman-with-big-live-yellow-snake-on-shoulders-3844014/

You can find lots of dogs and cats at most shelters and rescues. But there are other pets that might work better for you. Fish, birds, gerbils, mice, snakes, rabbits, guinea pigs, chickens, ferrets, tortoises, iguanas, and so many more.  I’ll tell you about all the plusses and minuses of different types of pets and you can decide which one is right for you. Check out my best pet for you page.

Photo by Karolina Grabowska: https://www.pexels.com/photo/woman-dancing-with-dog-at-party-5716524/

Rescuing pets and wildlife can be heartbreaking sometimes. It's hard to see animals suffer, and difficult to believe the callous way some people treat their pets and other animals.  It's vital that we take care of ourselves when we do this important work. Go to my Rescue Pet Connection and Fun Page and you can share your love of animals with other website visitors

Make sure you stay grounded and happy as you rescue pets in the city. There are great movies to watch, games to play, rescue pet toys to play with, and more. What makes you happy and grounded? How do you stay balanced? Share your ideas, it may help other people discover or rediscover what (in addition to pets) brings them joy!

You can also find out about visiting a Cat Rescue Cafe or taking an eco-tourism trip. There are lots of ways to add fun and lightness to the work of rewcuing pets in the city.