Responsible Dog Ownership Month

It’s been said that the best bargain humans ever made was with dogs: we give them our leftover food and time, and they give us everything. Of course, we know now that if a dog is going to live a healthy, long life, they need a bit more to keep them safe and healthy.September is […]

National Service Dog Month

September is National Service Dog Month! Did you know… There are over 500,000 service dogs actively assisting people in the U.S.? That this month of saluting service dogs was established by actor Dick Van Patten (Google “Eight Is Enough” or ask your mom!) Service dogs can be any color, size, or breed. There are over […]

American Humane’s Adopt-a-Cat Month

American Humane’s Adopt-A-Cat Month happens every June to create awareness of the millions of awesome adoptable felines looking for fur-ever homes in shelters and rescues across the country. Here’s 6 great reasons why you should consider adding a cat to your life (and lap)! 3.2 million carts enter shelters and rescues every year, so adopting […]

International Turtle Day (May 23)

Shellebrate World Turtle Day May 23rd! Turtles may not fetch or be cuddly, but they make great pets for dedicated owners! Here’s why: There’s over 270 varieties of turtles and tortoises Always willing to pose for a “shell-fie” Turtles and tortoises are educational pets, you’ll learn a lot caring for them They love the sun […]

American Red Cross’s Pet First Aid Awareness Month

Non-Boosted April is American Red Cross Pet First Aid Awareness Month. Would you know how to help your pet in an emergency? Boosted April is American Red Cross Pet First Aid Awareness Month. Would you know what to do if your pet… …ate something poisonous? Follow product label instructions Contact Animal Poison Control at 888.426.4435 […]

National Pet Day (April 11)

National Pet Day is April 11th! If you have a pet in the family, you’re probably very aware of the joy that companion animals bring to your life. In addition to honoring the pets who make our lives better, National Pet Day was also created to encourage pet adoption from local shelters and rescues, and […]

National Dog Bite Prevention Week®

National Dog Bite Prevention Week is April 7 – 13 Every second full week in April is National Dog Bite Prevention Week, created to increase awareness about the seriousness of dog bites and what can be done to prevent them.  Nearly 1 in 5 people bitten by dogs require medical attention, and children are the […]