If you decide to adopt a dog, you obviously want everything to go as smoothly as possible and end up a resounding success. Before you can even get a dog home, you''ll have to be successful in your application to adopt.

Great as lap and companion dogs, the Scotchi has balanced character traits: there’s a lot of fun and goofiness to go around, but they are gentle and affectionate as well.

The Japanese Bobtail is a sociable, active breed known for its excellent health. They like to be with their humans regardless of the activity at hand.

The Spotted Saddle Horse has a comfortable, smooth gait and an endearing personality. Every horse has a different coat pattern, making each one unique.

Also known as the Belgian Sheepdog, the Belgian Shepherd is a beautiful, long-coated breed that comes in a variety of colors.

When you find a kitten that''s been abandoned, you instinctively want to care for it. Here''s what you should do if you find a stray kitten.

Big problems do come in small packages – how to tell if your pooch has small dog syndrome. It’s so easy for a small dog to get her way. Just look…

Yuck! You can''t stand that ''wet-dog'' smell. Neither could a Florida teen, so she came up with the Puff-N-Fluff Dog Dryer, and you know you want one!

While we may not be able to adopt stray cats, there are many things we can do to make sure they are taken care of while they live outdoors.

The Daug was developed by crossing the short-legged Dachshund with the wrinkly-faced Pug. Needless to say, the Daug is one cute and charming pooch!

Also referred to as Rope Fish, Dragon Fish and Snake Fish, reedfish are a curious species of fish characterized by their long, snake-like bodies.

Are you ready for some upside down cuteness, because this week’s winner has got it going on! Meet Cindy, our Upside Down Dog of the Week from Upsidedow…

Also known as the Deutscher Wachtelhund, the German Spaniel is a hunting breed known for its thick, wavy coat and its friendly temperament.

I bought some new cookie cutters and I couldn’t wait to try them out. And the Almond Butter Dog Treat Recipe was the perfect dough to sink them into. Not onl…

Meet Nino, our Adoptable Dog of the Week from Adoptapet.com. Nino is an adult male American Pitbull Terrier from Roanoke, VA. He is already neutered, housetr…