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Read and Relax: Helping Both Children and Animals

January 1, 2016 Anna Streetman Adopt Don't Shop

The Animal Refuge League of Greater Portland in Westbrook, Maine has developed a unique new volunteering opportunity for little literature lovers. The program is called Read and Relax. In the program, children read to shelter dogs for 15 to 30 minutes a day. The program helps both shelter dogs and children alike. Dogs have been known to suffer from PTSD […]

4 Tips on Introducing Dogs and Kids

December 21, 2015 Anna Streetman Dog Care

If you have a young child at home, it can be intimidating to bring a dog home. Thankfully, there are things you can do both before and after you bring your dog home to make the process a bit easier. 1. Start with smaller, easier to take care of animals. It took 22 years for my family to get a […]

Helping Kids Game Their Way to Awesome Animal Care

November 30, 2015 Anna Streetman Pet Fun

Teaching children how to take care of animals can be tricky. It’s hard to know where to begin. Thankfully, the Internet provides a multitude of fun and educational tools for young children. Today, I’m going to highlight one of the most fun, kid-friendly websites out there that can help children learn how to take care of their pets. Adopt Me provides […]