Adopt an animal and receive unconditional love
Unconditional love from four legs
Animal shelters are like temporary homes for dogs, cats, and even exotic animals that have been abandoned. Here, loving volunteers care for them and prepare them to find a new home where they will receive love and attention.
Unlike kennels, where animals can stay for life, shelters work hard to ensure that each animal finds a loving family.
These organizations are not looking to make money; they are NGOs that rely on the help of people and donations. In short, shelters are places of hope where abandoned animals can start a new life full of love.
Healthy and safe food for your pet
In shelters, animals live in an environment of love and care. The volunteers who work there truly love the animals and do everything possible for their well-being. They even have veterinarians and experts who help dogs and cats overcome difficult behaviors.
These places become true homes for animals that, due to their age or conditions, are not adopted.
Some shelters also offer services such as pet hotels. Although they charge a small fee for this service, it is not enough to cover all the expenses.
That is why they seek the support of companies like ours, Lulu’s Way, that specialize in animal care. Together, we work to give these special beings a better life.
Adopt instead of buying a pet
Every animal shelter has its own rules, but they all work with the same goal: to rescue animals from the streets.
If they find an animal with a microchip, they try to return it to its owner. If not, the animal stays at the shelter until it finds a new home. There, veterinarians and caretakers make sure that they get all the love and attention they need to live with a family again.
They feed them, walk them, and give them affection every day. Plus, most of these animals have been sterilized, which makes them calmer. Best of all, they are usually very grateful and will fill their new home with love and joy. They are truly wonderful.
At shelters you will find animals of all ages, even puppies. But most are older than a year, which means that they are already calmer and will not make a mess in the house. If you really love animals, you will know that it is better to adopt than to buy.
Shelters will ask you some questions before letting you adopt. They want to know if you have the money to care for the animal, as lack of resources is a common reason for abandoning pets.
They will also ask if you have children and how old they are so they can recommend an animal that will get along with the whole family. Although children often want puppies to play with, there are breeds that are good with children at any age. Adopting is a beautiful way to give an animal a second chance at being loved.
Helping your newly adopted dog adjust to your home
Before you adopt a pet, think carefully: it’s a responsibility that lasts more than 10 years. If you’re ready, head to a shelter! It’s important to choose an animal that fits your lifestyle. If you live in a small place, a small dog is ideal. But if you have plenty of space, a large dog will be happy.
Prepare your home before you bring your new pet. Put away delicate things and dangerous products, and close trash cans tightly. Also, limit access to areas where you don’t want it to go. This will avoid problems on the first day, when your new pet will want to explore everything.
Your pet wants to get to know its new home so it feels safe and stays with you forever. Adopting is an act of love that changes lives, both yours and your new pet’s.
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When you bring your new friend home, make sure you have time for him, especially during the first few days. Don’t leave him alone in an unfamiliar place. If you work away, consider adopting him during your vacation so he has time to adjust.
Let him explore and choose his own place to rest. He may prefer a different corner than you had thought, and that’s okay! Observe his behavior to understand him better.
Every dog is unique: some are very playful and friendly, while others may be more shy due to their past. Giving him time and space to adjust is the best way to start a long and loving relationship with your new pet.
How to create a peaceful home for your new pet
When your new pet comes home, act calmly and naturally so that he adapts easily. It is normal for him to mark his territory by urinating in different places at first. Don’t scold him; just clean with water and vinegar. If he continues to do this, talk to the people at the shelter to understand why and how to fix it.
Avoid training your pet in the first few days, except to set schedules for activities such as eating or going for walks. If you try to train him too quickly, both of you will become frustrated. Relax, you will have plenty of time later to train him. The most important thing at the beginning is to build a relationship of trust and love with your new furry friend.
