We’ve heard of taking your dog to work, but taking your cat? And making it a national holiday? In the more than two decades since Take Your Dog To Work Day® was created (celebrated this year on June 26) the idea of bringing dogs to work has become more commonplace. So, it’s no wonder that […]
Did you know that June 18 is Clean Your Aquarium Day? Yes, it’s one of those random observances, but promoting the enjoyment of keeping aquariums and encouraging aquarium-owners to do regular maintenance to ensure the health and well-being of aquatic life, are both really good reasons to highlight this day every year. Regular cleaning helps […]
African elephants use “names” to communicate with each other in the same way that humans do, researchers have discovered. As Newsweek reports, a recent study, carried out by Colorado State University scientists who analyzed hundreds of elephant calls, found that wild African Savannah elephants address each other using personalized sounds, instead of relying on the […]
National Pet Preparedness Month, observed every June, is an annual observance dedicated to raising awareness about the importance of including pets in emergency planning and disaster preparedness. Established in 2003 through the government-sponsored program “Ready,” it encourages pet owners to create emergency plans, assemble pet emergency kits, and ensure their pets’ safety during events such […]
Animal Rights Awareness Week champions animal welfare every third week of June, and is observed this year from Monday, June 15 to Sunday, June 21, 2026, to promote humane treatment of all animals and raise awareness about animal welfare issues worldwide. This vital observance raises public awareness about cruelty, puppy mills, and animal testing. Advocate […]
What you know about your pup’s claws: They click-clack on the hardwood, dig in the dirt, and sometimes leave marks on the couch. You’ve probably also notices that dogs have an “extra” toenail located high up above their paws called dewclaws. But what the heck are they? And why do dogs have them? Below, Daily Paws […]
June is National Foster a Pet Month. This month is observed around the country by people who foster animals in order to educate the public about what it takes to foster and how they can begin the process. Fostering offers animals in need a temporary home to experience the love and care they need to […]
Tick season is shaping up to be especially severe this year, creating increased risks for both people and pets across the country. As online pet pharmacy Allivet reports, experts point to warmer winters, expanding wildlife populations, and favorable environmental conditions that allow ticks to survive longer and spread more aggressively than usual. That’s why vet-recommended tick […]
National “Pet Appreciation Week”, otherwise known as PAW, is celebrated annually on the first week in June, which this year is from the 7th through the 13th. It’s a week when you can set aside some special time to really show your pet some love! After all, your pets are unconditionally devoted to you – […]
As cat parents, we feel that every day should be “Hug Your Cat Day”, but did you know that there is a specific day to love your cat that’s officially recognized? Every year on June 4th it’s National Hug Your Cat Day! While you probably already shower your cat with hugs and love, you can take this […]