Category: Pets

It’s Clean Your Aquarium Day – How Does YOURS Measure Up?

Gravel cleaning in freshwater home aquarium

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 […]

Bruce the Bat Dog Gets His Chance in the Big Leagues

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The Washington Nationals Baseball Team have once again tapped into their Minor League system to bring new talent to Nationals Park. Hoping he’d be Best in “The Show,” the team called up Bruce the Bat Dog from the Triple-A Rochester Red Wings to make his debut on Saturday, June 14. As Major League Baseball (mlb.com) […]

June 16 is National Take Your Cat To Work Day – Here’s How to do it Right

Man at home office computer with pet white and orange cat on his desk

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 20) the idea of bringing dogs to work has become more commonplace. So, it’s no wonder that […]

Why Do Dogs Lick You?

Puppy licking a woman who has just rescued him from dog shelter

Most dog owners don’t mind it when their four-legged best friend gives them the occasional lick. After all, is there anything more adorable than getting attacked with dog kisses when you walk in the door after a long day at work? If you’re simply getting licked by your pup when you get home, that’s totally normal and, […]

June 10 is Pet Memorial Day, and here are 11 Ways You Can Honor Them

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The second Tuesday in June is Pet Memorial Day, and in 2025, that’s June 10th. Losing a pet is painful and grieving afterwards is entirely natural. It’s an extension of saying goodbye to someone you loved, whether two-legged or four-legged. Wanting to have a pet memorial (something that reminds you of your furry pal) is […]

How to Dress Your Dog in all the colors of the Rainbow for Pride and Beyond

Poodle wearing rainbow outfit and sunglasses

June is Pride month, which means parades, parties, and celebrations of love all around the world. Who says your dog can’t join in? Nobody, that’s who. Whether you and your pup identify as members of the LGBTQ+ community or are showing your support as a rainbow-clad ally, Daily Paws has a few tips to keep […]

Hug Your Cat!

Person holding grey tabby kitten in shelter

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 […]