Tips for Fostering Your New Pet

Courtesy of Dr. Amanda Landis-Hanna, DVM, senior manager of veterinary outreach at PetSmart Charities

Abandoned Shelter Pet Becomes Hospital Hero

Studies have shown that visits from therapy dogs lower stress levels in children who are in the hospital. Their happy faces show even more.

We Are PetSmart Charities

3 Unique Pets You Can Adopt at PetSmart

Cats and dogs aren’t the only loving creatures you’ll find for adoption at PetSmart Charities adoption centers and events. A variety of small adoptable pets including turtles, rabbits, and guinea pigs can all be found for adoption at your local PetSmart...

Partner Spotlight: Wings of Rescue

In 2019, Hurricane Dorian tore through the Bahamas, leaving nothing but devastation in its path. Our partners at Wings of Rescue responded to provide relief and unite pets in need with loving families. See the uplifting rescue story of Ms. Abigail Abaco...

Stories From Our Donors

Hear why they choose to donate to PetSmart Charities.

Meet Luna! Our 9 Millionth Adopted Pet

Luna, a 5-year-old Pitbull mix, became the 9 millionth adopted pet when she was adopted from our Every Day Adoption Center.

Cudi, Remi and Henry: 1 in 9 million

Cudi, Remi, and Henry are just three of the nearly 9 million pets who have been adopted through PetSmart Charities' adoption programs. Help us reach 9 million at National Adoption Weekend, November 8-10.

Samuel & Jenny: A Rescue Story

Samuel and Jenny's lives were changed the Saturday of National Adoption Weekend. Samuel was looking for a dog to cuddle with him and help him feel less lonely. He wanted a dog for this reason, so badly, that for a school assignment he wrote about how much...

New Beginnings: Tasha & Pouncer

As an avid supporter of pet adoption, Tasha Jones knows that finding your perfect adoptable pet takes time and patience. She and her husband decided to start looking for adoptable dogs and began by visiting several adoption events looking for the right pup...