Pet Connections

Pet Connections September – October Issue

Life in a shelter can be overstimulating and hectic for even the most mild tempered animals. Dogs specifically, deal with a variety of noise variables that they recognize and some they do not. Ongoing entry and exit from the kennels causes barking and shuffling around that can heighten anxiety for any animal.  We can reduce […]

The Animal Rescue League Shelter & Wildlife Center

The Animal Rescue League Shelter & Wildlife Center is very proud of the commitment and dedication of our volunteers. Over 500 individuals have chosen to help us come to the rescue of thousands of animals per year. We have several opportunities if you’re interested joining them. At our shelter, we have an enhanced safety and […]

Fabulous Felines Desperately Seeking That Special Someone

Fabulous Felines Desperately Seeking That Special Someone Cats, the most entertaining and inquisitive of creatures, make exceptional companions to people of all ages.  Thousands of cats currently sit in Pittsburgh shelters, patiently awaiting the arrival of their forever family.  Particularly during spring and summer – the time dubbed ‘kitten season’ due to the large influx […]

The Western PA Humane Society

Open Doors ~ Open Hearts  The Western PA Humane Society is Greater Pittsburgh’s center for pet ownership.  Preventing cruelty to animals is at the root of our charter, but beyond that, we provide services every day for pet owners throughout their pet’s lifecycle.    Life at an urban open-door animal shelter can be complicated because our animals do not have a […]