One parent raised the following dilemma: “how do parents meet competing needs of all beloved household creatures when they don't fall together, time-wise?’
Animal Advice
Be sure to check the Park Slope Parents Recommendation section for referrals for the following local sevices everything Animal related - from the Pets to the Pests:
Browse the articles below for tips for finding a lost cat or dog, dealing with pesky raccoons (yes, they exist in Brooklyn!), and more....
Looking for a a new addition to the family? PSP members have advice on adopting (or fostering) a dog.
- Remember that YOU will be spending a lot of your time with your dog. Make sure you feel confident your family will be able to provide your pet a good and loving home in 5, 10, or 15 years.
- If you are not ready to commit to adoption, try fostering a dog. This is a great way to see if a dog might be right for your family or not.
- Find a dog
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Have you found or lost a cat or dog in the neighborhood? Here's what to do...
Interested in Fostering a kitty or dog?
Looking to add a four-legged friend to your family? PSP members have all the recommendations you need for the purr-fect cat adoption.
Do you wake up to the sound of the morning chorus in Park Slope and Brooklyn?
Photo: an American Kestrel in Prospect Heights (image via here, thanks to a Creative Commons license)
Yes, there are Raccoons in Brooklyn! However cute they may be, they can be a nuisance when they forage in your trash, nest in your roof, or sneak into your kitchen. Here are tips from your PSP neighbors!
So you found a baby bird fallen out of it's nest. Here are some following resources to help your winged friend!
Advice on introducing your dogs or cats to your baby.
