Today is National Dog Day, a day to honor all the fantastic pups in our families and all the dogs working hard with law enforcement and as companion pets. There are so many dogs in shelters that need homes, and if you’re considering adopting a new pet, we encourage you to look for dogs in […]
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National Bring Your Cat to the Vet Day (August 22)
Cats may be low-maintenance pets compared to dogs, but they still need routine veterinary care to stay healthy! Today is National Bring Your Cat to the Vet Day, a reminder to all cat owners to schedule their feline friends’ annual wellness exams. Animation Theme Photo Theme
National Check the Chip Day (August 15)
Pets are more likely to become lost in the summer since they spend more time outside and in unfamiliar areas. Today is National Check the Chip Day, your reminder to verify that your pet’s microchip is updated with your current contact information. Microchips can’t reunite lost pets with their owners when the data is incorrect! […]
National Mutt Day (July 31)
Today is National Mutt Day! The day was started to foster love and encourage adoption of mixed-breed dogs, as most dogs euthanized in shelters are mutts. Puppy love is always strong, whether it comes from a purebred pup or a mutt. Next time you’re looking to adopt, consider a mixed-breed dog! Social Media Post Text-Solicit […]
National Pet Fire Safety Day (July 15)
Non-Boosted Nearly 1,000 house fires are accidentally started by pets every year. Today, on National Pet Fire Safety Day, take some time to “pet-proof” the flammable objects in your home. Here’s what to look out for. Boosted Nearly 1,000 house fires are accidentally started by pets every year. Today, on National Pet Fire Safety Day, […]
July 4th Safety
Non-Boosted Happy Fourth of July! Here are some tips for helping your pets enjoy this day, too. Boosted Fireworks are fun and beautiful to us, but they’re downright terrifying to our pets. Help your pet feel safe and comfortable on this festive (yet noisy) holiday. Provide background noise. Soft, calming music, television, and fans can […]
Tips for Keeping Pets Safe in the Heat
Non-Boosted It’s getting hot, hot, hot, and warm weather doesn’t just affect us humans! High temperatures can cause serious health problems for our pets if we don’t keep them cool. Follow these tips to keep pets safe this summer. Boosted It’s getting hot, hot, hot, and warm weather don’t just affect us humans! High temperatures […]
Five Pet Safety Tips for Easter
Non-Boosted For us, Easter means spending time with beloved family and friends. For our pets, it means trying to sneak bites of our treats and festive decorations! Keep these toxic items away from your pets this Easter. Boosted Boosted: For us, Easter means spending time with beloved family and friends. For our pets, it means […]
National Heartworm Awareness Month (April)
April is National Heartworm Awareness Month. Heartworm is a dangerous, deadly disease that spreads easily from pet to pet with help from mosquitoes. We encourage you to schedule your pet’s annual heartworm screening and restart their heartworm preventative medication this month if you haven’t done so already.
World Rabies Day (September 28)
Rabies is a very serious disease, often resulting in death, but it’s entirely preventable! Today, on World Rabies Day, take a moment to check if your pet’s rabies shot is up to date. Rabies shots are important for all pets—even indoor pets. These vaccinations protect your entire family.