CAF Blog Get information about training, volunteering, fun events, and health advice here in our blog! Springtime Safety Use these tips to enjoy spring safely with your pets. Learn more Snake Safety Learn what to do if your dog is bitten by a snake. Learn more Farewell to Fleas & Ticks Prevent flea and tick bites and infestations year round. Learn more C’ville’s Best Trails Learn about the best dog friendly trails and parks in the area. Learn more Pooch Friendly Planting Create a garden that you and your dog can both enjoy! Learn more Brrr-ing ‘Em In Get ready for winter and plan for your pets. Learn more “Go” in the Snow Make it easier for your dog to “go potty” in the snow. Learn more Cat-tastic Resolutions Make these 2025 resolutions to improve your kitty’s life. Learn more Rover’s Resolutions Help your dog to be happier and healthier in 2025. Learn more Holiday Treats Share your favorite holiday foods with your pets safely. Learn more Halloween Harmony Keep your pets safe during the Halloween season and make this holiday fun for each and every member of your family! Learn more Pup-tastic Pumpkin Dogs love pumpkin and it’s good for them! Try these recipes for extra wags this fall. Learn more Fireworks and Pets Fireworks are a highlight of human celebration in the US during the summer, but for pets, they can be very frightening. Learn more Loaves & Fishes Partnership Loaves & Fishes and the Companion Animal Fund are pleased to work together to provide nourishment for animals and their owners. Learn more Barking Get a better understanding of why your dog barks and how you can control and redirect the behavior in positive ways. Learn more Counter Surfing Find out how dogs learn to “counter surf” and how to stop the habit and train for better behavior in your home. Learn more All About Play Learn how to identify healthy play habits between dogs to create a safe way for dogs to enjoy interacting with one another. Learn more Cat Manners Teach your dog to behave around your feline friends for a happier, more harmonious household that includes all your pets. Learn more Holiday Pet Dangers Learn how to celebrate safely and avoid holiday dangers for a merry season everyone can enjoy. Learn more Doggone Good Cookies Make your own Christmas cookie plate that you can share with all your friends (including Fido)! Learn more Are you Ready to Adopt a Cat? Deciding to adopt a cat is a big decision. Use this helpful guide to determine whether you are ready for the commitment. Learn more Animal Rescue Organizations And Natural Disasters The contributions of animal rescue organizations save lives and so much more. Learn more Help Your Dog Deal with Fireworks Fireworks may be fun for humans, but they can be terrifying for your dog. Learn how to help your pup. Learn more Reasons to Neuter your Pet Find out why you should plan to neuter or spay your pets to help them become healthy, happy members of your family! Learn more Help a Hot Dog You know not to leave your dog in a hot car, but what can you do about a dog locked in someone else’s car? Read about what you can do to help. Learn more Fostering for the First Time Fostering is one of the most effective ways to help rescued animals. Find out what is involved. Learn more Helping Senior Pets Find Their Forever Homes Find out how you can help these special companions get the help they need. Learn more Adopting a Pet Online You can use the internet to help you find pets in need of adoption and locate the right pet for you and your family! Learn more National Pet Preparedness Month June is National Pet Preparedness Month! Learn what you need to know to help protect your pets. Learn more Help Prevent a Cat-astrophe! Find out what you can do to help the cats in your neighborhood, and save the planet, too! Learn more Ways to Help Local Animal Rescues Monetary donations are great, but there are so many ways to donate to your local rescue or shelter! Learn more