The entire month of January is known as National Unchain A Dog Month. This national pet holiday was created in order to raise awareness to the hardship that dogs may face in winter weather. And January is the perfect time for it, too – perhaps you’ve noticed (or are experiencing) some frigid temps this month. […]
You probably didn’t know this, but January is National Adopt a Rescued Bird month, a great time to bring a new avian companion into your home. There are literally thousands of abandoned, homeless birds out there in need of adoption, and with the aid of the Internet, you can actually see and learn about them […]
Hearing the clickety clack of your dog’s nails tapping on hardwood floors? This sound is actually a sign it’s time for a trim. As Yahoo Life reports, veterinarians state that you shouldn’t actually be able to hear your dog walking around. If pet parents don’t stay on top of trimming their nails, it could actually […]
January 14 is National Dress Up Your Pet Day, but as multitudes of pet lovers know, you don’t need an excuse – EVERY day is Dress Up Your Pet Day, right? Playing dress up is a fun celebration of you and your fur baby’s inner fashionista, where you style your pet in a fun costume […]
The destruction from the Los Angeles wildfires has been devastating, and as families attempt to rebuild in times of tragedy, it’s important to remember that some of our furry friends need help too. As local Los Angeles-based TV station KTLA 5 reports, animals are just as large of a part of the Southern California community […]
Dogs come trained in loyalty, unconditional love, and friendship. It’s only the easy stuff that they need to learn. True, teaching all the other stuff can be daunting but all we need is the right advice at the right time. How does the beginning of the year sound? Perhaps that’s why, in 2013, the Association […]
At Luna Lobos Dog Sledding in Utah, the tour begins long before sleds hit the trails. It starts with stories of resilience, a connection to heritage, and a deep commitment to the dogs that call this sanctuary home. As Townlift: Park City News reports, this family-owned business, nestled in Browns Canyon, offers a dog sledding […]
When you adopt or foster a feline friend, you’re overflowing with excitement and can’t wait to demonstrate all your affection. However, most kitties need some personal space and time to adjust. “Any change in routine or environment can be very stressful for a cat, and we’re doing both when we adopt them and take them into our homes,” says […]
The pooch often described as “the little big dog” now has a shot at being crowned top dog. As The Washington Post reports, last week the American Kennel Club kicked off the new year by adding the Danish-Swedish farmdog to its list of recognized breeds, making it eligible for competition at club events, including its […]
Any cat owner will tell you that cats consider themselves to be far, far superior to us mere mortals. They most certainly feel entitled and deserving of all that life has to offer, so why not have a Happy Mew Year for Cats Day just for them? Like the hugely inferior human version of New […]