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Pet Adoption Tails: Pierra Labrador and Dapoleon

Four years ago, writer and stylist Pierra Labrador was already a proud paw-rent of three cats. But when an abandoned black kitten was literally dropped into her home, she couldn’t resist adding him to her fur family. Pierra shares the delightful story of Dapoleon, the youngest of her brood. Help out by donating to Compassion… Continue reading Pet Adoption Tails: Pierra Labrador and Dapoleon

Pet Adoption Tails: Angela Sy and Popo

Shanghai-based Angela Sy always thought she was a dog person until she fostered a bullied cat named Floki. Five years later, she is the proud paw-rent of two cats, Popo (a mixed breed) and Tofu (an American shorthair), and continues to rescue other strays in need of new homes. Help out by donating to Jaiya’s… Continue reading Pet Adoption Tails: Angela Sy and Popo

Pet Adoption Tails: Nina Segarra and James

Twenty-one-year old Nina Segarra, a makeup artist and artistry coach from Australia, shares the touching story of how James came into her family’s life at the right time. The first pet they’ve ever adopted, James is a ginger cat that was dumped and rescued near Blue Mountains, New South Wales more than five years ago.… Continue reading Pet Adoption Tails: Nina Segarra and James

Interview: Steve Veigel from atcharlie

I first came across atcharlie while searching online for animal rescue supporters who aren’t affiliated with any shelter, clinic or hospital – but support the ecosystem through communities and awareness; someone who does it for the love and compassion above and beyond a vocation or business-for-profit. When I found the website, I was excited to see that… Continue reading Interview: Steve Veigel from atcharlie