4th of July ranks highest in lost pets, tips to keep your pets safe

The 4th of July is a time to celebrate independence, enjoy barbeques and watch fireworks light up the sky. Sadly, it is the #1 day in which pets get lost and end up in shelters. Chances are, a high-kill shelter.

Many celebrations in the Chicago area begin before the 4th of July, so it is important to use caution even days before the holiday.


Continue reading July ranks highest in lost pets, tips to keep your pets safe by Joshua-Paul Angell

Pet allergies- tips that will allow you to keep your pet and stay healthy

It is no secret, the Chicago area faces an epidemic, like many other parts of the country in the number of unwanted pets.

Some choose to buy what they think are "allergy free" pets, often mislead by breeders and area pet shops. Most of these pets end up being euthanized at local high-kill shelters.

Even if you or someone in your family suffer from pet allergies, in most cases there is no need to give up your beloved pet. Continue reading: Pet allergies by Joshua-Paul Angell

Adopt A Shelter Cat Month - Featured cat #19

It is National Adopt A Shelter Cat Month. Suburban Chicago based Almost Home Foundation has many cats and kittens available for adoption.

If you are looking for the purrfect addition to your life, be sure to browse the pictures on their website or visit an adoption event (see website for locations specific times)

Take a look at Big Tuna. She is available at Almost Home Foundation and looking for a purrfect home.  "My three siblings and I were found without shelter and care. Continue reading at Adopt-A-Shelter-Cat Month feature #19 Big Tuna seeks a purrfect home by Joshua-Paul Angell

Adopt A Shelter Cat Month - Featured cat #18 Charlieis looking for a purrfect home.

It is National Adopt A Shelter Cat Month. Suburban Chicago- based Almost Home Foundation has many cats and kittens available for adoption.

If you are looking for the purrfect addition to your life, be sure to browse the pictures on their website or visit an adoption event (see website for locations specific times)

Take a look at Charlie. He is available at Almost Home Foundation and looking for a purrfect home.  "Who's that handsome shy kitty in the corner? That's Charlie! There's no beating around the bush when describing Charlie . . . Continue reading at Adopt-A-Shelter-Cat Month feature #18 Charlie seeks a purrfect home by Joshua-Paul Angell

Adopt A Shelter Cat Month - Featured cat #17 Tippy

It is National Adopt A Shelter Cat Month. Suburban Chicago- based Almost Home Foundation has many cats and kittens available for adoption.

If you are looking for the purrfect addition to your life, be sure to browse the pictures on their website or visit an adoption event (see website for locations specific times)

Perhaps you are considering a cat to provide you company?  Take a look at Tippy. She is available at Almost Home Foundation and looking for a purrfect home.

"Hi! I was named Tippy because of the white tip on my tail. Continue reading at Adopt-A-Shelter-Cat Month feature #17 Tippy seeks a purrfect home by Joshua-Paul Angell

Adopt A Shelter Cat Month - Featured cat #16 Tennessee seeks a purrfect home

It is National Adopt A Shelter Cat Month. Suburban Chicago- based Almost Home Foundation has many cats and kittens available for adoption.

If you are looking for the purrfect addition to your life, be sure to browse the pictures on their website or visit an adoption event (see website for locations specific times)

Perhaps you are considering a cat to provide you company?  Take a look at Tennessee. He is available at Almost Home Foundation and looking for a purrfect home.

"Turn off the TV, because you won't find any finer entertainment than Tennessee. Running and jumping and pouncing and hiding and wrestling and climbing-and for a special treat, try some catnip and a laser pointer. Continue reading on Adopt-A-Shelter-Cat Month feature #16 by Joshua-Paul Angell

Adopt-A-Shelter-Cat Month feature #15 adorable Roma seeks a purrfect home

It is National Adopt A Shelter Cat Month. Suburban Chicago based Almost Home Foundation has many cats and kittens available for adoption.

If you are looking for the purrfect addition to your life, be sure to browse the pictures on their website or visit an adoption event (see website for locations specific times)

Take a look at Roma. She is available at Almost Home Foundation and looking for a purrfect home.  "Girls just want to have fun, right? This kitty sure thinks so! Roma is a beautiful white cat with random black and brown stripes, patches, and spots all over her coat. And she is definitely ready to . . . Continue reading at Adopt-A-Shelter-Cat Month feature #15 adorable Roma seeks a purrfect home by Joshua-Paul Angell

Adopt A Shelter Cat Month - Featured cat #14 Sparky seeks a purrrrfect home

It is National Adopt A Shelter Cat Month. Suburban Chicago based Almost Home Foundation has many cats and kittens available for adoption.

If you are looking for the purrfect addition to your life, be sure to browse the pictures on their website or visit an adoption event.

Take a look at Sparky. He is available at Almost Home Foundation and looking for a purrfect home.

"Boy, when you look at my picture.....can't you see that gleam in my eyes from a mile away?  Continue reading Adopt A Shelter Cat Month - Featured cat #14 by Joshua-Paul Angell

Adopt A Shelter Cat Month - Featured cat #13 Pumpkin seeks a purrfect companion

It is National Adopt A Shelter Cat Month. Suburban Chicago based Almost Home Foundation has many cats and kittens available for adoption. 

If you are looking for the purrfect addition to your life, be sure to browse the pictures on their website or visit an adoption event (see website for locations specific times) Perhaps you are considering a cat to provide you company?

Take a look at Pumpkin. He is available at Almost Home Foundation and looking for a purrfect home.

"Pumpkin is named, of course, for his orange tabby fur and big round "pumpkin" eyes. He's a true gentleman in every which way:

Continue reading on Examiner.com Adopt-A-Shelter-Cat Month feature #13 Pumpkin seeks a purrrrfect companion by Joshua-Paul Angell

Adopt A Shelter Cat Month - Featured cats #12 Mystery

It is National Adopt A Shelter Cat Month. Suburban Chicago based Almost Home Foundation has many cats and kittens available for adoption.  One of them is Mystery.

Mystery was born to a cat named Angelcakes in a house that had burned down. They were rescued when Mystery was about 4 months old.




Continue reading on Examiner.com Adopt-A-Shelter-Cat Month feature #12 Mystery: the rescued "fire" cat seeks home - Chicago animal welfare | Examiner.com by Joshua-Paul Angell

Adopt-A-Shelter-Cat-Month featured cat # 11 Logan needs a forever home

It is National Adopt A Shelter Cat Month. Suburban Chicago based Almost Home Foundation has many cats and kittens available for adoption.

If you are looking for the purrfect addition to your life, be sure to browse the pictures on their website at http://www.almosthomefoundation.org or visit an adoption event (see website for locations specific times)


Perhaps you are considering a cat to provide you company? Take a look at Logan. He is available at Almost Home Foundation and looking for a purrfect home.

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Adopt-A-Shelter-Cat-Month featured cat #10 Onyx a beautiful female seeks her man

It is National Adopt A Shelter Cat Month. Suburban Chicago based Almost Home Foundation has many cats and kittens available for adoption.

If you are looking for the purrfect addition to your life, be sure to browse the pictures on their website at http://www.almosthomefoundation.org or visit an adoption event (see website for locations specific times)


Perhaps you are considering a cat to provide you company? Take a look at Onyx. She is available at Almost Home Foundation and looking for a purrfect home.

Continue reading Adopt-A-Shelter-Cat-Month; feature #10 Onyx a beautiful female seeks her man - on Examiner.com by Joshua-Paul Angell

Adopt-A-Shelter-Cat-Month featured cat #9 -Alli Catpone don't let the name intimidate

It is National Adopt A Shelter Cat Month. Suburban Chicago based Almost Home Foundation has many cats and kittens available for adoption.

If you are looking for the purrfect addition to your life, be sure to browse the pictures on their website at http://www.almosthomefoundation.org or visit an adoption event (see website for locations specific times)


Perhaps you are considering a cat to provide you company?  Take a look at Alli Catpone. She is available at Almost Home Foundation and looking for a purrfect home.

Continue reading Adopt-A-Shelter-Cat-Month; feature #9 Alli Catpone don’t let the name intimidate on Examiner.com by Joshua-Paul Angell