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Showing posts with label kittens. Show all posts
Showing posts with label kittens. Show all posts
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Monday, June 22, 2015
Hill's #FoodShelterLove Program Helps Shelter Cats All Year Long!
Check out Hill's® Food, Shelter & Love® Program and learn how Hill's is helping connect pets to people all across the country! Since 2002, this fantastic program has donated over $280 million worth of Science Diet brand foods to nearly 1000 animal shelters, helping a whopping 8 million pets find a new home.
This post is sponsored by Hill’s. I am being compensated for helping spread the word about Hill’s® Science Diet® and Food, Shelter & Love® Program, but Bocci's Beefs only shares information we feel is relevant to our readers. Hill’s Pet Nutrition, Inc. is not responsible for the content of this article.
We all know the stereotypes: Dogs are happy-go-lucky and always exuberant and affectionate, and cats are...well, aloof, and most of the time downright snooty. Even though I'm supposed to be "Beefing" about life with a cat, I'll tell you all a secret: Our cat, Ms. Bella, is super affectionate and gives Parental Unit lots of love and purrs—until I get jealous and intercede, of course.
And she's always in the same room as I am, and usually glued to my side, whether I like it or not.
Although, I was rescued from the shelter, Parental Unit found Bella on the street when she was about two months old, and for the last ten years, she's been ruling the roost, so to speak. I mean, let's face it, she is adorable. (Did I just say that?)
It just so happens that June is Adopt A Cat Month and the ultimate goal of the #FoodShelterLove Program is to help all pets find loving, forever homes. And when you adopt a shelter pet, you not only give that pet a second chance, you free up shelter space to care for more incoming strays. And to make the adoption transition even easier, the Program provides a free bag of Science Diet® pet food or a $5 off coupon to the new pet parent for each adoption from a participating shelter. Check out this nifty, "Find A Shelter" tool to locate a Hills #FoodShelterLove partner in your area!
With so many cutie pie cats and kittens in any given animal shelter, it can be difficult to choose the right one for you and your family. We always recommend that you access your family's lifestyle and schedule —cats need attention and companionship from their humans, too— then talk with the shelter staff about which kittens or adult cats might be the right choice for you, based on temperament and any special needs. It's always a good choice, if at all possible, to adopt a "less adoptable" animal from the shelter, like black cats (ridiculous, we know), senior cats, and/or felines with special needs, because they've likely been there the longest and are at the greatest risk of euthanasia.
In case you're new to cat parenting, check out these strategies to prepare your home for the new feline arrival, and these special tips for your cat's first month in his or her new home. However you choose to help homeless pets, whether by adopting, fostering or volunteering time at the shelter, animals in need are sure to benefit, and that's what the Hills Food, Shelter & Love Program is all about.
This post is sponsored by Hill’s. I am being compensated for helping spread the word about Hill’s® Science Diet® and Food, Shelter & Love® Program, but Bocci's Beefs only shares information we feel is relevant to our readers. Hill’s Pet Nutrition, Inc. is not responsible for the content of this article.
We all know the stereotypes: Dogs are happy-go-lucky and always exuberant and affectionate, and cats are...well, aloof, and most of the time downright snooty. Even though I'm supposed to be "Beefing" about life with a cat, I'll tell you all a secret: Our cat, Ms. Bella, is super affectionate and gives Parental Unit lots of love and purrs—until I get jealous and intercede, of course.
And she's always in the same room as I am, and usually glued to my side, whether I like it or not.
Although, I was rescued from the shelter, Parental Unit found Bella on the street when she was about two months old, and for the last ten years, she's been ruling the roost, so to speak. I mean, let's face it, she is adorable. (Did I just say that?)
It just so happens that June is Adopt A Cat Month and the ultimate goal of the #FoodShelterLove Program is to help all pets find loving, forever homes. And when you adopt a shelter pet, you not only give that pet a second chance, you free up shelter space to care for more incoming strays. And to make the adoption transition even easier, the Program provides a free bag of Science Diet® pet food or a $5 off coupon to the new pet parent for each adoption from a participating shelter. Check out this nifty, "Find A Shelter" tool to locate a Hills #FoodShelterLove partner in your area!
With so many cutie pie cats and kittens in any given animal shelter, it can be difficult to choose the right one for you and your family. We always recommend that you access your family's lifestyle and schedule —cats need attention and companionship from their humans, too— then talk with the shelter staff about which kittens or adult cats might be the right choice for you, based on temperament and any special needs. It's always a good choice, if at all possible, to adopt a "less adoptable" animal from the shelter, like black cats (ridiculous, we know), senior cats, and/or felines with special needs, because they've likely been there the longest and are at the greatest risk of euthanasia.
In case you're new to cat parenting, check out these strategies to prepare your home for the new feline arrival, and these special tips for your cat's first month in his or her new home. However you choose to help homeless pets, whether by adopting, fostering or volunteering time at the shelter, animals in need are sure to benefit, and that's what the Hills Food, Shelter & Love Program is all about.
Monday, May 11, 2015
#FoodShelterLove Is The Formula For Cats And Dogs To Live In Harmony!
Hills Food, Shelter & Love® program helps to "bring some love home"!
Have you ever wondered if cats and dogs can really get along, or whether one or the other is simply biding its time...? Let me put your mind at ease right now: With a little planning, preparation and a bit of patience, most dogs and cats can live together in harmony, and even, well, enjoy one another.
I won't admit to loving our cat, Bella, but she does make a pretty good pillow.
Although Parental Unit didn't adopt Bella from an animal shelter, she did find her on the street (directly under the wheels of a massive truck), when she was only about two months old.
Little Ms. Bella, shortly after she took over the household.
When Parental Unit found Bella, she'd never had a cat and dog at the same time, and she was introducing Bella to her 13 year old Wire Fox terrier, who had been an "only pet" his entire life. She was not worried that they would fight, but that she would make her elderly pooch feel bad—like he was being replaced. Parental Unit followed our veterinarian's suggestion to keep her dog and new kitty separated until she was sure they got along, introducing them slowly and making sure to show affection to each. She also kept their food and water in separate rooms. It took no more than a few weeks for Bella to win him over. It turns out that old man Carson enjoyed her company!
Parental Unit found me at the animal shelter a few months after Carson passed away, and felt confident she could successfully introduce the right dog to the feline queen of the house. First, I was tested in the shelter with their "house cat", and shelter staff were certain I showed no signs of kitty aggression. She was also able to take me home for a half-day trial run. All I wanted to do was play, but Bella initially kept a respectful distance. Despite my cat-friendly nature, Parental Unit was still very careful, keeping us apart for the first several weeks unless supervised, and slowly allowing us to play. But don't just take our recommendations, check out these tips from Pet MD for introducing dogs and cats.
It's also important to carefully watch your pets' diet during any time of transition, including the introduction of a new pet to your household, because it can be a stressful time for all. Hills Science Diet has a special adult sensitive stomach and skin formula to help sooth an anxious pet's stomach.
Now Bella and I guard our house together. We both make sure our yard stays squirrel free!
We think the key to transitioning a new cat to your dog-friendly home and vice versa is to first consult with the shelter staff about how that particular pet reacts with other animals, discuss with your veterinarian how best to integrate your new family member, and of course, have lots of patience. Then, sit back and enjoy the beginning of a beautiful friendship...
This post is sponsored by Hill’s. I am being compensated for helping spread the word about Hill’s® Science Diet® and Food, Shelter & Love® Program, but Bocci's Beefs only shares information we feel is relevant to our readers. Hill’s Pet Nutrition, Inc. is not responsible for the content of this article.
Have you ever wondered if cats and dogs can really get along, or whether one or the other is simply biding its time...? Let me put your mind at ease right now: With a little planning, preparation and a bit of patience, most dogs and cats can live together in harmony, and even, well, enjoy one another.
I won't admit to loving our cat, Bella, but she does make a pretty good pillow.
Although Parental Unit didn't adopt Bella from an animal shelter, she did find her on the street (directly under the wheels of a massive truck), when she was only about two months old.
Little Ms. Bella, shortly after she took over the household.
When Parental Unit found Bella, she'd never had a cat and dog at the same time, and she was introducing Bella to her 13 year old Wire Fox terrier, who had been an "only pet" his entire life. She was not worried that they would fight, but that she would make her elderly pooch feel bad—like he was being replaced. Parental Unit followed our veterinarian's suggestion to keep her dog and new kitty separated until she was sure they got along, introducing them slowly and making sure to show affection to each. She also kept their food and water in separate rooms. It took no more than a few weeks for Bella to win him over. It turns out that old man Carson enjoyed her company!
Parental Unit found me at the animal shelter a few months after Carson passed away, and felt confident she could successfully introduce the right dog to the feline queen of the house. First, I was tested in the shelter with their "house cat", and shelter staff were certain I showed no signs of kitty aggression. She was also able to take me home for a half-day trial run. All I wanted to do was play, but Bella initially kept a respectful distance. Despite my cat-friendly nature, Parental Unit was still very careful, keeping us apart for the first several weeks unless supervised, and slowly allowing us to play. But don't just take our recommendations, check out these tips from Pet MD for introducing dogs and cats.
It's also important to carefully watch your pets' diet during any time of transition, including the introduction of a new pet to your household, because it can be a stressful time for all. Hills Science Diet has a special adult sensitive stomach and skin formula to help sooth an anxious pet's stomach.
Now Bella and I guard our house together. We both make sure our yard stays squirrel free!
We think the key to transitioning a new cat to your dog-friendly home and vice versa is to first consult with the shelter staff about how that particular pet reacts with other animals, discuss with your veterinarian how best to integrate your new family member, and of course, have lots of patience. Then, sit back and enjoy the beginning of a beautiful friendship...
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