November is Adopt a Senior Pet Month! If you’ve been thinking about adding a four-legged-friend to your family, consider opening your home and your heart to an older dog or cat in need. While small kittens and puppies may be adorable, older pets are just as loving and loyal as their younger counterparts. Not to […]
Every season has its beauty and comforts, but we’re especially keen on fall. Not just because the trees become saturated with color and dogs start wearing adorable sweaters. There are also a bunch of fall activities for dogs and their people to do together. If you’re wondering what to do with your dog this autumn, […]
Each year, the first full week of November is dedicated to celebrating and showing gratitude towards the lifesaving work provided by animal shelters and rescues nationwide. As a vital part of the communities they serve, animal shelters and rescues devote themselves tirelessly to bettering the lives of not only homeless animals, but also owned pets […]
Even though you know your shaggy Irish wolfhound or black cat might make the perfect werewolf or witch’s pet Halloween night, perhaps a photo op is best before heading out the door. Taking them on your trick-or-treat adventure in your neighborhood could make them uneasy, and trying to walk a stressed out pet—or worse, chasing […]
Halloween should be treat-filled, not tricky, when it comes to pet safety. Many of the candies and chocolates humans love can be downright deadly for our furry best friends. Of course, many of the best Halloween goodies have chocolate, but cats and dogs should never be allowed to eat any of it, says Ahna Brutlag, […]
Just ahead of Halloween, on October 29, is National Cat Day, when thousands of cats and kittens in shelters across the country are put under the spotlight in hopes to draw the attention of feline lovers looking to adopt or foster a new furry friend. This holiday, first celebrated in 2005, was designed to create education […]
Fall is one of the best seasons to get outside—the air is crisp, you aren’t dripping with sweat or shivering in the cold, and the foliage is too pretty to miss. With the fall season comes lots of farm stands, pumpkin patches, and apple orchards and if you plan on including your dog in as […]
National Black Cat Day, celebrated annually on October 27, was established to combat the superstitions and misconceptions that have surrounded black cats for centuries. It emphasizes the importance of celebrating and supporting these often overlooked and misunderstood feline companions. This day plays a vital role in advocating for the welfare and adoption of black cats, […]
Whether it’s a date on the calendar, a drop in temperature, or nature’s fade from green to gold, we all have our cue that it’s time to bid summer farewell and embrace a new season. But before you dive headfirst into a pumpkin spice latte or don your coziest sweater, it’s worth taking a moment to examine autumn […]
We love our pets like family, and we want them to live long, healthy lives. October is National Pet Wellness Month, and there is no better time to re-evaluate your furry friend’s health and lifestyles. The American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) launched National Pet Wellness Month in 2004 to educate pet parents on the importance […]