GIVING TRANSPARENCY

How much do "give back" brands really give? The answer will surprise you

Most brands won't share the number. We checked dozens of animal brands and found what your purchase actually gives — and the math is shocking.

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The All The Fauna Blog

Stories, guides and resources for animal lovers who shop with purpose.

Pit bull standing on a driveway, debunking common pit bull myths
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7 Pit Bull Myths Debunked (What the Research Actually Shows)
Pit bulls wait three times longer in shelters than lookalike dogs with a different label, and it has nothing to do with behavior. Here is what the research actually shows.
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Senior cat's paw resting on its kennel door at a shelter
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Senior Cat Adoption vs. Kitten Adoption: Which Is Right for You?

Kittens get adopted fast, senior cats often wait months. Here is an honest, data-backed comparison to help you pick the right cat for your life.

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Foster rescue dog sleeping on the sofa in a living room
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How to Foster a Dog: The Complete Guide to Cost, Requirements, and What to Expect
Curious how to foster a dog? Here's the real cost, what rescues actually cover, and how long a foster dog usually stays with you.
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Black cat sitting by a window, debunking black cat adoption myths
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7 Black Cat Adoption Myths, Debunked by Real Shelter Data

Do black cats really get adopted less? We checked 7 common black cat adoption myths against real shelter data and peer-reviewed research.

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Rescue dog resting on a dog bed by a window, settling into its new home
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The 3-3-3 Rule for Rescue Dogs: A Day-by-Day Guide to Helping Your New Dog Settle In

New rescue dog acting distant or not eating? The 3-3-3 rule breaks down exactly what to expect, day by day, week by week, month by month.

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Rescue dog eating from its bowl while its owner stands nearby in the kitchen
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Resource Guarding in Dogs: Why Rescue Dogs Do It and How to Help Them Feel Safe
Growling over food isn't defiance, it's fear from a dog who once had too little. Here's why rescue dogs resource guard and how to help them feel safe.
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Kittens in a cardboard box on a window sill during kitten season
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What Is Kitten Season? Why Shelters Overflow Every Spring and Summer
Every spring, shelters get flooded with orphaned kittens almost overnight. Here's the biology behind kitten season, and how you can help save lives.
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Ear-tipped community calico cat resting on a sidewalk after TNR
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6 Myths About Trap-Neuter-Return (TNR) for Cats, Debunked

Is trap-neuter-return actually effective, or even legal? We checked the real studies and state laws behind six common TNR myths.

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Best Gifts for Bird Lovers That Actually Give Back (2026)
Nine real gifts for bird lovers, from an $18 license plate frame to a $34 hoodie, each funding 20% of the sale to animal shelters and rescues.
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