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ARF is Joybound!
For more than 30 years, Animal Rescue Foundation supporters like you have made it possible to save the lives of thousands of cats and dogs and unite them with loving families. Together, we’ve formed and supported almost 50,000 life-changing bonds …
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Thank You for Adopting a Dog from Joybound!
Congratulations on your new family member! Bringing a new dog into your home – and your life – is a big commitment with many benefits and joys. We are thrilled you have decided to take this step. Starting your relationship …
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Introducing a New Dog to a Resident Cat
When bringing a new dog into a home with an existing cat, taking a few precautionary measures and a bit of preparation can mean the difference between a future of peaceful inter-species cohabitation and years of strife. Plopping the two …
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Separation Anxiety Prevention
Low-Key Departures and Arrivals During the 10-15 minutes before you leave the house, strive for a calm, neutral atmosphere. Avoid grand gestures of hugging, kissing, or petting with your dog. If your dog has previously shown any signs of anxiety …
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Food and Resource Guarding (From Other Dogs)
Resource guarding, or the act of defending an item or access to an item, is a natural, evolutionary behavior. Even humans do it! Most of us understand that it is considered impolite to eat off of someone’s plate. You might …
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Say “Please”
Dogs are very social creatures, but they live more successfully with us when they understand the rules and expectations. We can teach these things by rewarding them with things they adore: affection, exercise, treats, toys, whatever is exciting to your …
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Dog-to-Dog Introductions
Be Calm Most dogs look to us to give them cues about how to behave/react. If we walk casually up to an approaching dog rather than pausing and tensing up, our dog is more likely to be casual about the …
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Recent Adoptions – Week of April 15
Last week was another incredible week of pet adoptions! Thank you to everyone who adopted a new best friend. Adopters are invited to stay involved through events, programs, and more!
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Recent Adoptions – Week of April 8
Last week was another incredible week of pet adoptions! Thank you to everyone who adopted a new best friend. Adopters are invited to stay involved through events, programs, and more!
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Help Vets with PTSD Get Life-Saving Service Dogs (NextAvenue.org)
PBS’s NextAvenue.org published an article about the growing number of opportunities nationwide for Veterans to receive psychiatric service dogs for the service-related trauma. Among the programs featured was Joybound’s Shelter to Service program! Our CEO Susan Lee Vick and longtime, …
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Recent Adoptions – Week of April 1
Last week was another incredible week of pet adoptions! Thank you to everyone who adopted a new best friend. Adopters are invited to stay involved through events, programs, and more!
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Free Pet Vaccine Clinic
Saturday, May 11Contra Costa Animal Services • Martinez, CABeginning at 9 am We want to make sure your furry friend is as healthy and happy as possible. For more information about these events, please contact our Community Solutions team. Our …
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Make a Gift
Save Lives and Bring Joy Financial Donations Your gift makes a life-changing difference for animals and people in need. Donate Items Donate items from our wish list or donate your used vehicle. Shop Save lives while you shop for pet …
