September is National Pet Health Insurance Month, designed to share the benefits of having insurance to pet owners. Many people are either unaware of pet health insurance or feel that it is not worth the monthly cost. However, research shows that pet insurance can be extremely beneficial for any pet owner, both financially and emotionally. […]
Category: Pets
Why You Should Consider Fostering a Dog or Cat
If you’re looking for a way to help animals, rescue organizations, and even families in your community, consider fostering! It’s an experience like no other. There’s a foster out there for just about any situation or lifestyle. It can be as simple or involved as you like. All you need is a little patience, a […]
National Dog Walker Day Celebrates those who go the Extra Mile for Pups and their Families
They work in the rain, sleet and snow, too, and on September 8, Dog Walkers have got their own pet holiday. National Dog Walker Appreciation Day is an officially recognized observation founded in 2016 by Wag!, the on-demand app that connects dog owners with trusted dog walkers, for the men and women who walk millions […]
Get Ahead of the Trending Pet Names for 2026 and into 2027
If you thought naming trends moved fast before, buckle up. As we look toward 2026, the landscape of popular pet names 2026 is shifting away from the safe classics and diving headfirst into “Main Character Energy.” We are moving beyond the era of simple descriptors. As the Pet Name Generator Blog reports, pet owners today […]
What is National Wildlife Day, and How We Can All Celebrate
On September 4th each year, people around the world come together to celebrate National Wildlife Day. This is a day that honors the beauty, diversity, and suppleness of the animal kingdom and the delicate balance that it creates with nature. While initially the day was only celebrated and observed on September 4th, it now is also […]
Why is My Cat Staring At Me?
If you have your own cat roomie, you might have noticed they give a lot away with their body language. But, have you ever looked across the room to find your cat completely still, and holding direct eye contact without blinking? Or perhaps you’ve noticed them kneading on the sofa next to you while staring […]
September is Responsible Dog Ownership Month
September is thought of as the start of school, the beginning of football season, and the advent of Autumn, but the American Kennel Club (AKC) wants everyone to know that it’s also Responsible Dog Ownership month. So while you’re planning your seasonal fun, consider these seven ways from the AKC to celebrate your dog and […]
Why Do Dogs Tilt Their Heads?
Quite possibly the cutest pose our canine friends can strike is the Head Tilt. You ask your dog if they want to go for a walk, if they want to play, or if they want a treat, and they listen intently to your every syllable, responding with a slight turn of their squishy faces. When […]
August 28 is Rainbow Bridge Remembrance Day
The death of a beloved pet, whether it’s the family dog, a furry kitty, or something a little more obscure, is a sad occasion. Rainbow Bridge Remembrance Day on August 28 is the day that we remember the pets that are no longer with us. Whilst the pain of losing a pet somewhat heals over […]
How to Introduce a New Dog to Your Cat
Are you thinking about rescuing a pup and giving him a forever home, but you’re worried how to introduce him to the real king/queen of the house, your cat? Many dogs and cats can cohabitate and become one big happy family. But as Reader’s Digest reports, as much as you want your two beloved pets […]