By Siri Espy

We like big mutts and we can not lie!

By Siri Espy, Animal Friends’ Communications Team Recently seen on a t-shirt at Animal Friends: I like big mutts! But for those of you who would prefer your mutts to be a bit smaller, we may have a surprise! Animal … →

Johnny’s Stay at Animal Friends was Worth the Wait!

By Siri Espy, Animal Friends’ Communications Team Older cats tend to wait in shelters while young cats and kittens more rapidly find homes. After some very hard times, striking, all-white Johnny’s luck turned, and he found he had a good … →

Pick up holiday gifts at Animal Friends’ pet supply shop and boutique!

Guest Blogger: Siri Espy, Animal Friends’ Communications Team Black Friday will soon be upon us. Time to shop, shop, shop. But if you find that crowded malls, filled parking lots, and long lines at the checkout put you in a … →

3 Great Reasons to Adopt a Cat This Month

By Siri Espy, Animal Friends’ Communications Team This fall, feline fanciers will find that Animal Friends can help you save in three ways! Adopting a cat as a snuggle buddy can lead to big savings on your heat bill! There’s … →

We don’t mean to be catty, but…

By Siri Espy, Animal Friends’ Communications Team Her new hairstyle is such a hot mess!The music in this joint is so five minutes ago!Doesn’t he realize how tacky that comb-over looks? Sorry – we don’t mean to be catty, but … →

Black Tie & Tails: Real Housepets of Pittsburgh was a Success!

By Siri Espy, Animal Friends’ Communications Team Last Saturday, Animal Friends’ supporters, staff, volunteers and residents turned into real party animals at the annual Black Tie & Tails gala! It’s a night of fun, glamour, and an opportunity to help … →

Bowie’s Story

By Siri Espy, Animal Friends’ Communications Team Some things were just meant to be. Recently, a family whose cat had passed away came to Animal Friends, ready to open their home to another feline. They quickly zeroed in on the … →

Happy Tail Adoption Story: Fiona Espy

By Siri Espy, Communications Team I can only write this because cats can’t read. You see, I tell my four felines that I love them all the same, but like many parents, I have a confession to make: there’s a … →

Adopters Can Find Purebred Pets at Shelters

Guest Blogger: Siri Espy, Animal Friends’ Communications Team If you want a good old all-American mutt, go to an animal shelter. That’s the word on the street, and it’s certainly true. Shelters are overflowing with mixed-breed animals who will give … →

Wonderful seniors and senior-ita dogs deserve a second look.

Guest Blogger: Siri Espy, Communications Team At many shelters, older dogs would not have the opportunity to be put up for adoption. But at Animal Friends, our current count of dogs age 10 and over is an even dozen. These … →