When Leah walked into her local PetSmart, she wasn’t expecting to adopt that day. But one moment changed everything. What started with Clover soon grew into a two-cat household with Pip, bringing even more love, energy, and connection into her life.
What started as a short-term foster turned into something more. Penny’s story shows how one small yes can change everything for a pet and a person.
When Charissa decided her cat Nyx needed a companion, she visited a PetSmart Charities Everyday Adoption Center and met Archie. What followed was an instant connection, a fast friendship, and a few unexpected surprises. Archie didn’t just fit in, he brought a whole new kind of joy into their home.
While supporting National Adoption Week in Denver, the PetSmart Charities team fostered an adoptable dog named Seamus, bringing him out into the world to help him get noticed. One evening at a local brewery, that extra care led to a life-changing moment. This is the story of how Seamus found his family.
Angie didn’t overthink it. She went to a work conference, walked into a room full of kittens, and left knowing she wasn’t going home alone. What followed was a surprise for her kids, and a shift in how their home feels every day since.
Senior dogs are often overlooked in shelters, but for the right person, they can be the perfect match. Peggy didn’t set out to change her routine, she just stopped by PetSmart. Then she met Buddy, a “Chiwowow” mix who inspired her to life her best life again.
After a heartbreaking loss, one family found an injured kitten who needed help right away. What happened next changed everything.
During PetSmart Charities National Adoption Week, a foster experience turned into a success story. With love, patience, and a little time, Lady Anne found her perfect match and proved just how powerful fostering can be.
One of the most impactful ways to help homeless pets is by adopting them into your family. Providing a safe and loving environment gives a dog, cat, or small pet the chance to thrive and grow.
