Author: Hannah Dougherty

Tips for Keeping Your Pets safe during the Holiday Season

Written by A.R.F. Volunteer Kate S. The holidays are an exciting time of family, friends, togetherness, and celebration. Unfortunately for our four-legged friends, the holidays can also bring unexpected health and safety risks. Here are some tips to keep your pets healthy and thriving through the new year! Tip #1: Institute a “no feeding the […]

Keeping Your Dogs Safe This Spooky Halloween

Written by A.R.F. Volunteer Kate S. We here at A.R.F. love the Halloween season—dressing up, carving pumpkins, and trick-or-treating. However, it’s important to keep our precious pups safe amidst the celebrations and revelry.  Ensure your dog’s safety and health this spooky season by observing the following tips and tricks. Tip 1. Keep all candy out […]

A gray and white kitten is lying across a black kitten

The Two-Kitten Argument

Written by A.R.F. Volunteer Hannah D. Cats are often painted as unsociable loners. This is not accurate! Young cats and kittens are very playful and can get the “kitten crazies” when they’re feeling energetic. This lively behavior is one of many reasons that adopting kittens in pairs, rather than alone, is highly recommended. Paired adoptions […]

Cats and Plants: Cohabitation

Written by A.R.F. Volunteer Hannah D. Curiosity, unfortunately, can kill the cat, if the human in the equation is not careful. Hopefully all cat owners are aware of how incredibly toxic lilies are to cats. The list of plants that do not mix well with cats is quite long, as demonstrated by these sites: ASPCA, […]