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[![](https://companionpetmagazine.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Image/Blog/Spring%202021/Shelter-to-Shelter---Preview-Image.jpeg?width=365&name=Shelter-to-Shelter---Preview-Image.jpeg)](https://companionpetmagazine.com/issues/spring-2021/shelter-to-shelter?hsLang=en) Pet stories Spring 2021 ## [Shelter to Shelter](https://companionpetmagazine.com/issues/spring-2021/shelter-to-shelter?hsLang=en) As we reflect on a difficult year gone by, we’re also highlighting moments of inspiration and joy from new additions to the pet parent community. [![](https://companionpetmagazine.com/hs-fs/hubfs/LP%20IMG%20Growing%20Pains-1.jpg?width=365&name=LP%20IMG%20Growing%20Pains-1.jpg)](https://companionpetmagazine.com/issues/spring-2021/growing-pains?hsLang=en) Pet stories Spring 2021 ## [Growing pains](https://companionpetmagazine.com/issues/spring-2021/growing-pains?hsLang=en) Puppies and kittens are always looking for new ways to get into trouble. Thankfully, our vethelpline® experts are here to answer the tough questions... [![](https://companionpetmagazine.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Image/Blog/Spring%202021/DIY---Preview-Image.jpeg?width=365&name=DIY---Preview-Image.jpeg)](https://companionpetmagazine.com/issues/spring-2021/pet-toy-diy?hsLang=en) Pet goodies Spring 2021 ## [DIY: Old clothes into new pet toys](https://companionpetmagazine.com/issues/spring-2021/pet-toy-diy?hsLang=en) Repurpose old socks, pants and more into fun, engaging toys for your pets. 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