One of hidden costs to victims of the Great Recession is being forced to give up the pets they love but can no longer afford.

Feb 5, 2011 - Jeanine Czaja

Following these key elements to find the best foster group to volunteer for can make fostering homeless pets an easy and rewarding volunteer activity.

May 5, 2010 - Jeannie Wainwright

Rabbi Charles A. Kroloff's book, 54 Ways You Can Help the Homeless, debunks myths about homeless people and offers practical solutions.

Aug 26, 2009 - Jennifer Copley

Finding a homeless shelter that accepts families can be daunting. San Diego, Los Angeles, Chicago, New York and Miami have shelters for families.

Mar 20, 2011 - Gina Barrett Putt

Host a Halloween party for pets and their owners this Halloween! Hold a Halloween costume contest, and hold a fundraiser for an animal shelter.

Oct 5, 2008 - Mia Carter

The only 100 percent effective method of birth control for dogs and cats is surgery.

Nov 5, 2010 - Diane Evans

Pets can give unconditional love. They can give pleasure and companionship. Knowing the particulars of pets, though, is an important variable is choosing the right one.

Mar 15, 2009 - Nelson Acquilano

Dogs aren't the only ones who need training. Cats have a reputation as being an "easy" pet, but they can be anything but.

Aug 10, 2009 - Leigh Peterson

The sagging economy has forced many families to give up their pets, but there are organizations that assist cash-strapped families with pet food and veterinary care.

Jan 21, 2009 - Jennifer Copley

Puppies and kittens are popular presents during the holidays. But what if you unknowingly, purchased an adorable, but unhealthy, sick pet?

Nov 15, 2010 - Ariel A. Cohen

Saving tips aimed at reducing pet care costs can help those in danger of losing their pets. Low-cost alternatives allow pet owners to continue to care for furry friends.

Nov 29, 2008 - Holly McGurgan

Cambodia's large contractor and foreign aid population is a transient one, meaning their dogs and cats often find themselves left behind and in need of adoptive families

Feb 27, 2009 - Bronwyn Sloan

With so many domestic pets and yet so many strayed or abandoned, there is a dichotomy between pampered and neglected animals that only pet altering can fix.

Aug 10, 2010 - Jonathan Coe

Study shows shelter dogs' stress hormone levels are reduced after playing with volunteers. This helps them behave better and get adopted sooner.

Mar 9, 2011 - Joy Butler

The Humane Society of the United States (HSUS) makes strong effort to help animals in Gulf Coast states.

Sep 24, 2008 - Darcy DeMarco

PTSD, a human condition resulting from a traumatic event, may be affecting the family pet, especially those with an unknown history or in abusive homes.

Jan 3, 2011 - Malysa Stratton Louk

Effective Sept, 1, PJ's Pet Centres, will drop the sale of puppies from breeders in favour of promoting adoptions from local shelters.

Aug 21, 2011 - Jennifer Wilson

Adult dogs provide an alternative to labor-intensive puppies while giving a clear view of the dog's personality, size and special traits to a prospective family.

Feb 4, 2010 - Bonnye Good

Follow these ten steps and you'll start on a path to helping your furry kids live a longer, happier, healthier life.

Aug 18, 2009 - Denise Fleck

Similar to The Animal Rescue Site, FreeKibble.com visitors answer a free, fun dog trivia question once a day; the site donates dog food to hungry pets at animal shelters

Jan 28, 2009 - Mia Carter