A young woman, a volunteer at a sunlit animal shelter, kneels on the floor smiling and playing with a happy golden retriever with a rope toy. Other toys are scattered on the rug around them, and kennels are visible in the background.
Animal Rescue, How to Help

The Power of a Wishlist: How a $5 Toy Can Change a Shelter Pet’s Day

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The quiet hum of the kennels, the soft rustle of bedding—for a shelter pet, the day is often marked by waiting. Waiting for a walk, waiting for a meal, and most of all, waiting for a family. In these moments of stillness, a simple gift can change everything.