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CNN has a great article on their front page about stray dogs.  It gives good advice about how to approach, befriend, and take care of a stray dog.  Many well-meaning folks have made common mistakes while doing this, and nobody benefits.

As for your stray, many vets offer discounted services. Consider getting a rabies vaccination, too. If you want to get it spayed or neutered, there are low-cost options available. Check the ASPCA website for programs that offer free or discounted programs in your area.

Once you get a clean bill of health, it is OK to gradually introduce the new animal to your pets. Kids should never be left unattended around animals, especially when you don't know the pet's history. Use extreme caution when allowing children to interact with the stray dog.

With the storms and more abandoned pets than ever, this is only one of many practical tips to help reunite a pet with their owner, or do your best to help a lost animal.  For those folks who would like to help but aren't sure where to begin, this is the article for you.