Well, it’s school-shopping season and we wanted to remind you about Amazon Smile! It’s so easy and doesn’t cost you any extra effort or money and THAT’S a deal!!     1. Log into Amazon Smile HERE     2. Make sure you selected, DREAM Animal Rescue, as your charity of choice     3. Go about your usual shopping! Amazon does the rest and automatically donates a percentage to DREAM! Every little bit counts and this is a great time! Think of our little ones when getting supplies for your little ones!!

It is common knowledge that owning a pet can make you happier and less stressed. But why, and what about cats specifically? According to National Geographic, cats began living alongside humans as early as 4400 BC and we formed a symbiotic relationship – cats provided rodent control and humans provided food and protection. Ancient Egyptians viewed pet cats as family members and mourned their deaths. European Renaissance women commissioned portraits of themselves holding their cats. So what is it that makes the cat/human relationship feel so good? Cats Help Us Stress Less In general, cats tend to be low-maintenance pets, which means they are great animals to come home and…

Adopting an animal can be one of the most rewarding things you’ll ever do. In exchange for providing food, love, and some basic supplies, you will receive unconditional love, affection, and loyalty that only a dog or cat can provide. However, adopting an animal is not a decision that should be taken lightly. Your new pet’s potential lifespan, commitment needs, and his expectations of you should all be taken into consideration before you make this life-changing choice.   Here are three things you should consider before adopting a dog or cat:   1. A dog or cat can live for up to twenty years Making the decision to adopt a…

Bringing a new pet home is a big decision. Depending on size and breed, you are making a commitment that can last up to 20 years! There are so many reasons to choose adoption over buying your next dog or cat, but in this blog post, we will only focus on the big ones. By choosing to adopt over shopping, you will not only pay less, but you will save the life of your next pet and possibly hundreds of other animals, you will feel a stronger, more unique bond with your pet that you just can’t get from shopping, and you will have bragging rights for life!   1.…