One of A Kind Education

Adopting a pet is a rewarding commitment that brings joy, companionship, and a sense of fulfillment to many households. However, the decision to bring an animal into your home should not be taken lightly.

Leading into 2020, the country was making slow, steady progress towards a no-kill community. However, recent events have brought new challenges. Despite these challenges, there is hope and a path forward.

Whether you are a first-time pet parent or thoroughly experienced, it is always important to take your time and consider all aspects of your lifestyle before making a life-long commitment to your new best friend.

If you've ever taken a pet to a vet for surgery or a sedated medical procedure, you may not witness what transpires behind the scenes after you leave your pet. This article provides insight into the daily operations within our organization's high-volume spay and neuter clinic.

FIV, or Feline Immunodeficiency Virus, is a virus that is similar to HIV in humans that causes the immune system to be weakened. The thought of introducing an FIV positive kitty into your home may be a little scarry at first, but reality is that they can live long,

At One Of a Kind, we consistently have hundreds of dogs and cats under our care. A number of them are at our Adoption Center and clinic, but an even larger number are in our network of volunteer foster homes.

Surely, you’ve heard from your veterinarian about the importance of heartworm prevention, but how much do you really know about this life-threatening condition? We’ll cover the basics of Heartworm and why it is so important to maintain a regular program of prevention.

As the weather starts to grow colder, you may be wondering whether you need to continue your pet’s flea and tick prevention. There is a common misconception that fleas and ticks are dormant in the colder months.

Each adoption of a cat or dog from our adoption center marks the beginning of a success story as they find their forever home. Introducing the first of what we hope will be many heartwarming features: A Happy Tale!

There has long been a debate on whether a cat should remain indoors or be allowed access to the outside world. However, there are dangers and risks to outdoor living.

Sometimes, there is so much going on in the world of rescue, it leaves our heads spinning! Here is a quick look at everything that is currently happening.

Information on how One of a Kind Pet Rescue is funded and how individuals can help us financially through donations.

After all the calculations are done, the final number of adoptions to take place at One of A Kind Pet Rescue in 2021 was 4,184. Even those of us who are in the thick of it day after day are surprised and impressed by this number. Allow us to

We can’t think of a better way to celebrate an entire month! Contrary to what some may think, Pit Bull Terriers are a very loving, affectionate breed. Let’s dispel the misinformation and reveal how truly wonderful these fur babies really are.

So many people apply to our organization because they want to work with puppies and kittens every day. Few genuinely understand the complexity of the task and the physical demands of the environment.

Saturday evening a staff member exited our back employee door at 5:45 to find a box that appeared to be garbage. It was a Miller beer case that would normally hold 30 cans. Upon further inspection, she found the tiniest, fuzziest, kittens all squirming around within the box.

We are often asked why we charge adoption fees, and how they are established. Many do not understand why we have adoption fees when we are, “just a shelter.” Others have encouraged their peers to adopt from the animal control facilities (pounds) rather from us, where the fees are

Did you know that fundraising is the primary way in which we pay our staff and care for our pets? As a non-profit, every dollar of revenue earned, and every dollar donated is re-invested into our mission of saving pets in imminent danger.

We were recently asked if we have experienced an increase in pet returns since society is returning to work after the pandemic closures. The answer is no. We were delighted to report that returns have not increased over past years. But what have we seen?

We are experiencing a great deal of change at One of A Kind, and we would like to share some of it with our loyal followers, supporters, and adopters. These changes are encompassing all aspects of our rescue mission and we are doing our best to continue to move

In Northeast Ohio, the slightest glimpse of warm weather creates a great longing for summer vacation. It is becoming increasingly more popular to include our pets on family vacations, as they are members of the family after all. Whether or not to include your pet on vacation is something

From the beginning, the vision of One of A Kind Pet Rescue has been to create a no-kill society where every cat and dog has a loving home. To achieve this, it is important to understand what is meant by the terms no-kill and euthanasia.

Most dog owners are aware of the annual vaccinations such as Rabies, Distemper, Parvo, but many are not aware of illnesses and parasites that our dogs can contract that are not protected by vaccines? Coccidia, Giardia, and worms are just a few of the parasites that are common and

We are so very fortunate to have the followers and supporters that we do. We are often asked what we need most. Although it changes with the season or events taking place, the following items are always in need at both the adoption center and our spay & neuter

Many are unaware that our rescue efforts are a balance of helping the members of our community in need, as well as saving the pets in the most danger of losing their lives. Our staff is committed to this mission, and we know our followers are as well.

Colder temperatures can affect our pets too. Even with their furry coats, they can feel the impact of colder weather. From increased joint stiffness to the risk of being left in cold cars, here is a list of how the cold weather can effect your four-legged friend.

We love to see cats and kittens happily playing, but what we don’t enjoy seeing are the cats and kittens who are out in the elements trying to survive. Sadly, there are large populations of cats and kittens that do not have homes and are feral.

According to the American Humane Society, 10 million pets go missing in the U.S. every year. Sadly, only 15 percent of dogs and 2 percent of cats without tags or microchips are reunited with their families. When you leave a shelter or adoption center your pet should have on

It is exciting to adopt a furry friend. You walk into an Adoption Center or rescue shelter and see the precious eyes, wagging tails, tilted heads, and hear the purring voices- but there are things to keep in mind before you take a furry friend home.

Annually pets are euthanized due to lack of shelters and loving homes. You can make a difference by having your pet(s) sterilized. Spaying and neutering can also help to reduce other serious health and behavioral issues.

Senior dogs seeking a new forever home have found themselves without their humans for a variety of reasons. When you adopt a senior pet you are giving them a second chance–one they so deserve!

We recently rescued 28 dogs, including many moms and their puppies from a hoarding situation. Sadly, there are many animals that find themselves in undesirable conditions like this.

We look forward to the 4th of July and its celebratory nature – cookouts, outdoor activities & of course, fireworks! There are some things to keep in mind while you enjoy the 4th with your furry friends..

We long for hot sunny days, and spending time outdoors with our furry friends but there are precautions to keep in mind. The American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals offers some tips on keeping our pets safe.

Summer traveling season is upon us! Though we are very excited to travel and vacation, especially after being home for so long over the winter season and Covid quarantine, our pets may not possess the same sentiment. To keep everyone safe and happy as possible, we have provided a

Heartworm disease is a very dangerous and often fatal disease that occurs in multiple animals. Many assume that it is only present in domestic dogs, but heartworms can infect wolves, coyotes, foxes, and cats. This presents the reason why it is so transmittable. The disease is transmitted via mosquito