Humane Association of the Lowcountry(HAL)

Adoption TIPS

Many organizations have developed great tips to help you think through the pre and post adoption process. Rather than recreate these cat_dog_nose150 documents in our own words, we will provide useful links:

ASPCA: Adoption Tips

Second Chance for Animals.org: Benefits of Pet ownership

Bissell: 10 Simple Tips for Pet Proofing Your Home (PDF file)

Dog and cat facts: breed characteristics

Petfinder: How to prevent and manage pet related neighborly strife

Cats and Kittens

About Cats: Introducing an existing cat to a new puppy/dog finnegan 2 5-2011

Cat Site: Introducing a cat to a dog

Indoor Pet Initiative: Getting off to the right start with a new cat

Tabby's Place: Cat introductions

Humane Society of US (HSUS) - Cats

Feline Express: Kitten Proofing your home

Safe Haven: Choosing a cat versus kitten

Purina.com: Being a good Pet neighbor - Cats

Finding a name for your cat: Cat names

Do Cats like their belly's rubbed?
If you think the answer is yes, please read this:
Don't forget to scroll down the page. Most of the info is below the picture.

Doctor dog: Cat Snake Bite symptoms and treatment

ASPCA: Ear mites

Purrfect Fence: Give your cats the freedom to enjoy the great outdoors without worrying about their safety.