{"id":1597,"date":"2022-10-19T12:25:13","date_gmt":"2022-10-19T17:25:13","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.treasuredfriendsrescue.org\/?page_id=1597"},"modified":"2022-10-19T13:13:03","modified_gmt":"2022-10-19T18:13:03","slug":"pet-resources","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"http:\/\/www.treasuredfriendsrescue.org\/?page_id=1597","title":{"rendered":"Pet Resources"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t<div data-elementor-type=\"wp-page\" data-elementor-id=\"1597\" class=\"elementor elementor-1597\" data-elementor-settings=\"[]\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-section-wrap\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-51b6a4a4 elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"51b6a4a4\" data-element_type=\"section\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-row\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-7cf7f296\" data-id=\"7cf7f296\" data-element_type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-1b394a2a elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"1b394a2a\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-text-editor elementor-clearfix\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<p><!-- wp:heading {\"level\":1} --><\/p>\n<h2>Need to find your pet a new home?<\/h2>\n<p><!-- \/wp:heading --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:coblocks\/highlight --><\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-coblocks-highlight\"><mark class=\"wp-block-coblocks-highlight__content\">These resources can help you keep your pet, or how to find them a good new home when that&#8217;s not an option<\/mark><\/p>\n<p><!-- \/wp:coblocks\/highlight --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p>If you\u2019re struggling financially, annoyed by your pet&#8217;s behavior, experiencing pet allergies or having trouble finding housing that welcomes your pets, our resources can help.<\/p>\n<p><!-- \/wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p>Pet-related problems can be frustrating\u00a0and you may feel that giving up your pet is the only solution. But before you take that step, check out the resources available to help pet owners resolve problems that may seem overwhelming. Best case scenario: You won\u2019t have to part with your friend after all. But if you do, our tips can help you find your pet a loving new home.<\/p>\n<p><!-- \/wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:heading --><\/p>\n<h2>HELPING YOU KEEP YOUR PET<\/h2>\n<p><!-- \/wp:heading --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p>Surrendering a pet is an extremely difficult decision. Many of the issues owners face with their pet can be resolved and we can help. While we understand that sometimes it\u2019s just not possible to keep a pet, please consider all your options before making the final, heartbreaking decision to give up your pet.<\/p>\n<p><!-- \/wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p>Here are possible solutions to some of the most common reasons people surrender their pets:<\/p>\n<p><!-- \/wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:heading {\"level\":3} --><\/p>\n<h4>\u2022 Behavior issues<\/h4>\n<p><!-- \/wp:heading --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p>Many behavior problems can be caused by a treatable medical condition. For example, a house-trained pet may begin urinating in the house due to a urinary tract infection that a veterinarian can diagnose and easily treat.<\/p>\n<p><!-- \/wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p>If there&#8217;s no physical cause for the problem, remember that many common pet behavioral issues have simple solutions. Check out our tips below, or consider consulting an animal behaviorist or trainer in your community. Your local animal shelters or rescue groups may offer low-cost veterinary care or training services or be able to refer you to other organizations that offer these services. Find your local shelters and rescues by visiting\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/theshelterpetproject.org\/shelters\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">The Shelter Pet Project<\/a>\u00a0and entering your zip code.<\/p>\n<p><!-- \/wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:list --><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><em>Need help with your cat\u2019s behavior?<\/em>\u00a0Check out our resources for information on how to\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.humanesociety.org\/news\/keeping-cats-stress-free\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">reduce stress in cats<\/a>, how to\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.humanesociety.org\/resources\/cats-destructive-scratching\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">stop destructive scratching<\/a>, how to\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.humanesociety.org\/resources\/preventing-litter-box-problems\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">prevent litter box problems<\/a>, how to\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.humanesociety.org\/resources\/aggression-between-cats\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">help pets get along with each other<\/a>\u00a0and more.<\/li>\n<li><em>Need help with your dog\u2019s behavior?<\/em>\u00a0Check out our resources for information on how to prevent\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.humanesociety.org\/resources\/stop-your-dogs-chewing\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">chewing<\/a>\u00a0or\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.humanesociety.org\/resources\/stop-dogs-digging\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">digging<\/a>, how to\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.humanesociety.org\/resources\/how-house-train-your-dog-or-puppy\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">house train your dog<\/a>, how to teach your dog to feel comfy in their\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.humanesociety.org\/resources\/crate-training-101\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">crate<\/a>, how to keep your dog from\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.humanesociety.org\/resources\/how-get-your-dog-stop-barking\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">barking<\/a>\u00a0excessively,\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.humanesociety.org\/resources\/how-keep-your-dog-escaping\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">escaping your yard<\/a>\u00a0and more.\u00a0\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><!-- \/wp:list --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:heading {\"level\":3} --><\/p>\n<h4>\u2022 Allergies<\/h4>\n<p><!-- \/wp:heading --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p>See our\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.humanesociety.org\/resources\/how-live-allergies-and-pets\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">resources<\/a>\u00a0on how you can have a happy, healthy life with your furry companions, even if you\u2019re allergic to them.<\/p>\n<p><!-- \/wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:heading {\"level\":3} --><\/p>\n<h4><span style=\"font-size: 1.75rem;\">\u2022 New baby<\/span><\/h4>\n<p><!-- \/wp:heading --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p>You can keep your growing family safe, happy\u00a0<em>and<\/em>\u00a0together. Read our simple tips for avoiding\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.humanesociety.org\/resources\/pregnancy-and-toxoplasmosis\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">toxoplasmosis<\/a>\u00a0exposure during pregnancy and for preparing your pet for the new baby.<\/p>\n<p><!-- \/wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:heading {\"level\":3} --><\/p>\n<h4><span style=\"font-size: 2.25rem;\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h4>\n<h4><span style=\"font-size: 2.25rem;\">If You Decide You Cannot Keep Your Pet<\/span><\/h4>\n<p><!-- \/wp:heading --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:media-text {\"mediaPosition\":\"right\",\"mediaId\":1598,\"mediaType\":\"image\",\"mediaWidth\":32} --><\/p>\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text alignwide has-media-on-the-right\" style=\"grid-template-columns: auto 32%;\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><a href=\"https:\/\/rehome.adoptapet.com\/r\/74101\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-1598\" src=\"http:\/\/www.treasuredfriendsrescue.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/RehomeBadge400x4001.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"400\" height=\"400\" srcset=\"http:\/\/www.treasuredfriendsrescue.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/RehomeBadge400x4001.png 400w, http:\/\/www.treasuredfriendsrescue.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/RehomeBadge400x4001-300x300.png 300w, http:\/\/www.treasuredfriendsrescue.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/RehomeBadge400x4001-150x150.png 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 400px) 100vw, 400px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<p><!-- wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p>In an effort to help families and individuals who need to rehome a pet, Treasured Friends Animal Rescue is now partnering with\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.adoptapet.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>Adopt-a-Pet.com<\/strong><\/a>\u00a0to improve our free courtesy listings. In addition to being listed below, owners will now have the option to have their pet listed on multiple sites and receive expert advice from Adopt-a-Pet.com staff. And with over 3 million potential adopters using Adopt-a-Pet.com each month, community pets will find new homes faster keeping them out of the shelter environment.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p><!-- \/wp:paragraph --><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-6ec4ff4 elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"6ec4ff4\" data-element_type=\"section\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-row\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-c607c41\" data-id=\"c607c41\" data-element_type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-db1dd0e elementor-widget elementor-widget-shortcode\" data-id=\"db1dd0e\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"shortcode.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-shortcode\">\n<!-- iframe plugin v.4.5 wordpress.org\/plugins\/iframe\/ -->\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/rehome.adoptapet.com\/embeds\/referred-pet-list\/74101\" width=\"100%\" height=\"500\" scrolling=\"yes\" class=\"iframe-class\" frameborder=\"0\"><\/iframe>\n<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Need to find your pet a new home? 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