Before You Adopt
Tips for finding the best cat or dog for you; plus: preparing for a puppy
Two's Company
From Lori U., Apple Valley, MN:
I was only looking for one cat, but they were a package deal ... continued
On Petfinder You Can...
- Learn before you adopt
- Search for adoptable pets
- Find adoption groups
- Post a pet classified ad
Pet Insurance for New Adopters
When you adopt, you should be able to focus on getting to know your new pet without worrying about unexpected vet bills. That's why we've partnered with PetFirst to offer a great rate on pet insurance to new adopters:
- Only $5 for the first month
- $14.95 per month after that
- $1,000 of accident & illness protection
- NO breed or age restrictions
Today's Pet News
Also on Petfinder
Pick the Right Pet
Don't know a Pug from a Pulli? Check out our breed guides.
Adoption Announcement Ecards
New Pet?
Create a custom pet adoption ecard with a photo of your pet and introduce loved ones to your new family member!
Put Petfinder on Your Web Site
In our Download Center, you'll find:
- Pet search tools for your Web site
- Facebook and MySpace widgets
- Petfinder logos
... and lots more!
Pet Behavior
Stop Cat Scratching
Save your furniture! Find out why cats claw, how to trim your cat's nails and other ways you can reduce cat scratching.
Dog & Cat Nutrition
Pet Food, Explained
Feed your dog or cat right. Check out our new Pet Nutrition section for helpful hints, feeding tips and more!
Before You Adopt
Choose the Right Shelter or Rescue Group
The pet adoption experience at different types of shelters can be vastly different. Learn about these differences.
