Topic
New Adopter
6 articles
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Pet safe ice melt: what actually works in a Minnesota winter
"Pet safe" isn't a regulated term, and the gentlest ice melts stop working around 20°F. What's in the bag, what it does to paws, and how to handle a Minneapolis January.
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Adoption applications: what the wait is really like, and what to ask
Adopters describe months of searching, applications that go unanswered, and the questions they wish they'd asked. Here's what to expect and what to bring with you.
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Sniffaris, and other small things that change a dog's week
The changes owners say made the biggest difference weren't the big ones — a slower walk, a cardboard box, ten minutes at the same time every day.
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Puppy barking: what it means and what actually helps
Puppies bark for four or five reasons and each one needs a different answer. How to tell which you're dealing with, what to do about it, and why the barking usually settles.
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How cold is too cold for a dog? A Minnesota owner's guide to winter
Vets treat 45°F as the first caution line, 32°F as when risk climbs, 20°F as genuinely dangerous. What changes those numbers, and what to watch for.
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3-3-3 rule for rescue dogs: a new adopter's guide
Discover the 3-3-3 rule for rescue dogs and learn exactly what to expect in the first 3 days, 3 weeks, and 3 months after welcoming your new rescue home.