Adoption can be a long, complicated, and emotional ride for both potential adoptive parents and the children waiting for a stable home. The process of adopting a child consists of emotional, financial ...

That cute, cuddly shelter dog might seem perfect for you…but is he? Before you sign those adoption papers, consider this expert advice first. Rescue animals often have challenges you’ll be warned of ...

If you go to a pet store or to a disreputable breeder to buy that adorable puppy, it's entirely possible that it's from a puppy mill, where dogs are kept in terrible conditions. By adopting a rescue, ...

Thinking of adopting a dog or cat? You’d be hard-pressed to find an animal lover to talk you out of it, least of all me, the mom to two amazing rescue dogs and one dearly departed rescue cat. But I ...

Three families share their adoption stories, illuminating the variety of choices — and costs — involved in the process. By David Dodge This piece is part of “The Price of Modern Parenting.” Read about ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Jen Reeder is an award-winning journalist who specializes in pets. This voice experience is generated by AI. Learn more. This ...

"Giving a shelter animal a home confers a special kind of restorative grace." "Mutual Rescue was written for every human who has ever felt enriched, invigorated, soothed, or restored by an animal and ...

As America continues to adopt more children internationally than any other country, hundreds of thousands of children in the US -- most of whom are children of color -- sit in foster care awaiting ...