Adopting a "cross-fostering attitude" with your own non-human animal companions (pets) allows them a more complete family life while in your care. Encourage them to participate in daily family activities as well as special holiday rituals. Always make sure to take their own species-specific needs in mind, as well. Housepets look to you as their moms and dads, siblings, and family friends; once brought into your home, you are all they've got. They enjoy being involved and will jump at the chance to contribute, each in their own style. Peachy Green blog: Bobcat and Fawn Find Friendship After Fire  Orphaned squirrel Finnegan adopted into puppy litter by caring Papillon mom named Mademoiselle Giselle. article Seattle Times: Got room for one more? 
More soon! Come back for an academic look at this approach to family life, interspecies communication, and relationships within the animal kingdom :) |
