Is adopting a rescue animal really as simple as driving to your local shelter, perusing a parade of cute pups and kittens, and bringing one home? Nope. Get tips from WebMD Magazine.

California Adopt-a-Pet was first held in 2024, and the successful promotion saw over 3,000 animals find homes. The goal in 2025 is to connect 5,000 pets with people seeking a snugglesome friend.

Pigeons off the street can be sick, and most people aren’t ready for the medical treatment they need, Bellissimo told me; if a person wants a pigeon as a pet, the best thing to do is adopt one ...

National Adopt a Shelter Pet Day is on April 30. To bring awareness to the day, the Up First newsletter is sharing some stories from readers about how their pet has impacted their lives.