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That time I adopted a cat from Tails Humane Society

That time I adopted a cat from Tails Humane Society

By Sarah Connolly | January 29, 2020

There are many unknowns when bringing a strange animal into your home, but adopting a kitten from Tails Humane Society has been a rewarding experience for me.  I did not grow up with pets, but I always wanted a cat. After having been on my own for almost...

Adopt animals to save lives

By Maddie Steen and Photographer | March 2, 2017

When a shelter pet is adopted, two lives are saved. The one being rescued and the one that gets to take its place in the shelter. A life is a life no matter the species or breed.Approximately 2.7 million shelter animals are euthanized each year, according...