The Importance of Spay/Neutering?
Spaying and neutering are important health decisions for pet owners. Not only do they help reduce the homeless pet population, but spay/neuter surgeries also provide long-term benefits to pets’ overall health and behavior. Spaying or neutering can prevent certain...
The Ultimate Guide to Moving with Pets
Since last year, many people have been adopting pets and moving into spaces to better accommodate their new furry family members. We know that moving to new surroundings can often trigger stress and anxiety in pets. We wanted to provide pet owners with help on how to...
The Science Behind Pet Therapy
Pet owners know the fun, spontaneity, and joy animals bring to our lives: an excited pup spinning in circles whenever he hears your car, a cat whose happy purr vibrates when you pet her, guinea pigs who squeak hello – the list goes on. According to the World Animal...
Helping Rehome with “Get Your Pet”
Parma Animal Shelter is pleased to announce we recently became aware of another way to help clients who want to find homes for their pets. We will make the link to this program which is called Get Your Pet on our website next to our link to Find Your Pet a New Home...
You were gifted a pet unexpectedly — now what?
Many people welcome new pets into the household around holidays like Valentine’s Day. Often these pets are surprise gifts, which is something our team does not condone. Since it happens, we put together a guide for these new pet owners – pet parenting...
Cost-Conscious and Compassionate Ways to Care for an Aging Pet
While caring for an aging pet is not an inexpensive endeavor, it does not have to break the bank. It is entirely possible to show care and compassion to a geriatric dog or cat without putting your own personal finances at risk. Parma Animal Shelter presents the...
5 Ways to Prepare Your Pet for the Cooler Months Ahead
Each time the seasons change, it’s important to think about your pet’s needs. Fall weather is beautiful, but the pollen can set off allergies in your pets, while the colder temps can trigger joint pain and other issues. Thankfully, there are numerous ways to address...Should a Senior Citizen Foster a Pet?
Owning a pet is a commitment, and most senior citizens are well aware of this fact. At some point in their life, they probably had a dog or a cat or some other pet that they loved and cared for over a decade or more. That type of commitment might be more than some...We Are Raising Pet Cancer Awareness! Want to Join In?
November is a time to think about those who need help. November is Pet Cancer Awareness Month, so it’s a good time to think about preventing cancer in pets. What To Know About Cancer In Pets Every year, twelve million dogs and cats are diagnosed with some type...
How to help a kitten you find outside
Wait and Watch: The mother offers her newborn kittens their best chance for survival so wait and watch as long as you safely can for her to return before removing them. Mom’s may be gone as long as 4-5 hours to get food. Also, be aware if you find a single kitten please wait at a safe distance as the mother may be moving the kittens to a safer place which may take some time when moving several kittens one at a time.
Pets: What to do When You Go on Vacation
Learn what to do with your pets while you go on vacation.
Admit it. You may not want to leave your pets while you go on vacation, but it may be better for them for many reasons, from safety concerns (they may get lost) to caring for them…
