February 22 might just seem like another day to you, but your dog may have had this day starred all month. It’s National Walk Your Dog Day. What can be better than spending time with your best friend (your owner), exploring the outside world, exercising your body and mind? Dogs, Like Humans, Need Exercise for Emotional […]
Of course you love your furry friends every day, but did you know there is a special day dedicated entirely to it? National Love Your Pet Day is a holiday celebrated on February 20th of every year, dedicated to showing appreciation and love for all our furry friends. Pets enrich our lives in so many […]
We share our homes, our beds and our hearts with our pets, yet much of the “common knowledge” we rely on to care for them may be rooted in outdated folklore rather than modern veterinary science. As Good Housekeeping reports, whether it’s a tip passed down from a neighbor or a viral post on social media, pet myths […]
International Hoof Care Month is observed every year in February. This month draws attention to the importance of looking after animals’ hooves. According to National Today, while the origins of International Hoof Care Month are largely unknown, we do know that this day was set aside to create awareness of hoof-care health. This sounds like […]
Pet Theft Awareness Day is February 14, the day of love, and of course, the love we have for our fur babies. With care for our four-legged friends, we observe Pet Theft Awareness Day to shed light on the disgraceful act of pet theft. Throughout our human history, domesticating animals has been gratifying. Humans and […]
Whether you’re in a relationship or happily single, one thing is certain for all of us this year: Valentine’s Day is going to look a little different, and more of us than ever are gearing up to celebrate it alone. But don’t let flying solo put a damper on Cupid’s day. Instead, celebrate it with […]
With February designated as National Cat Health Month, it’s a perfect time for pet owners to focus on the health of their feline friends. Below are some tips to ensure your furry friend stays in tip-top shape. Schedule Your Cat’s Annual Checkup There are many ways to celebrate your love, and one way to show […]
The Smithsonian’s National Zoo in D.C. has welcomed its first Asian elephant calf in nearly 25 years. The female calf, whose name has not yet been decided (that’s where you’ll come in), was born around 1:15 a.m. Monday, Feb. 2 to 12-year-old mother Nhi Linh and 44-year-old father Spike. This is Nhi Linh’s first offspring. […]
While most of us keep our dogs indoors and consider them to be members of our families, and wouldn’t dream of having it any other way, that sadly isn’t the case everywhere. Countless other dogs are left to languish at the end of a chain or tether, without consistent access to food and water, are […]
Don’t turn your nose to your pet’s bad breath! That odor might signify a serious health risk. Dental health is a critical part of your pet’s overall health, and dental problems can cause, or be caused by, other health problems. That’s why the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) sponsors National Pet Dental Health Month every February. […]