The Marvels of Adopting Mature Cats
~by Nomi Berger How many times have we humans heard the expression, “You’re only as old as you feel”? And why is it that some days, despite our actual age, we feel younger than we are, while other days, we feel older, much older? So it is with our older feline friends, starting at the age of eight. But if, with age comes wisdom,
10 Reasons Why Adopting a Dog is Awesome
This list was originally posted on thedodo.com and was written by Lindsey robertson. Read the article here. 1. You will save a life. 2.7 million dogs are euthanized in shelters each year. 2. Rescue dogs can make incredible transformations when they are adopted into loving homes. 3. Most rescue dogs are relinquished for reasons that have nothing to do with behavioral problems, and they are generally quite loving and
Where Do TAGS Dogs Come From?
Many people ask “Where do you get all of these dogs?” The easy answer is the pound. However, to be more precise, TAGS dogs come from one of three places (in no particular order): owner surrenders, local pounds, and shelters or pounds in the United States. However, before we can welcome a new dog into the program, we have to make sure we have
Possibly the Cheapest Microchip Clinic in the Toronto Area!
Yes, this is what many people say about The Animal Guardian Society’s very own Microchip Clinics. It has become a tradition now to offer inexpensive microchip services for pet owners in the Toronto and Durham Region area. We, as an animal rescue group know how important it is to microchip your pets. With the rather expensive options out there, we also know that many
Featured Adoptable Dog: Spike
Spike arrived at TAGS in September from a Sudbury pound. Despite the fact that he spent his first few years without a family, he’s looking positively into his future and hasn’t given up on finding his home. He’s very friendly with anyone who stops for a minute to give him a pat or a belly rub. Do you happen to have a bone as
Pub Night Fundraiser for the Dogs
TAGS had a really good year, both fundraising- and adoption-wise. But this is a new year now, and we have prepared fresh ideas to save more dogs and cats from high-kill shelters or pounds. Click on the image and like this event on Facebook! During times like this, when people think twice about where to spend their money, it becomes especially hard to receive
Featured Volunteer: Nancy, the Amazing Foster Mom
Nancy has been a great addition to the TAGS foster team. Her very first foster dog was a husky mix who needed special treatment for a medical condition. But thanks to Nancy’s great attendance and big heart, even this special dog found her forever home within a couple of months. How long have you been volunteering? I have been volunteering since July 2012. I