The three giant pandas that used to tumble around in their enclosure at the Smithsonian National Zoo in Washington, DC, munching on bamboo shoots and leaves, climbing branches and generally looking adorable, are heading back to China. As CNN reports, the departure of Tian Tian, Mei Xiang and their youngest cub, Xiao Qi Ji, marks the end […]
With 73 cat breeds recognized by the International Cat Association, it can be difficult to discern a Ragdoll from a Ragamuffin. But most of us can pick out a Siamese cat. Known for their dark eye masks, socks, and tail—called “points”—that stand out against their cream-colored bodies and sparkling blue eyes, the Siamese is one of the world’s easily recognized […]
National Animal Shelter Appreciation Week takes place during the first full week of November — November 5–11 this year — in recognition of the various shelters that provide care to millions of displaced animals in America. Yes, millions! This week’s observance also serves to acknowledge the hard-working people supporting the efforts with their work at […]
In May 2023, the USDA granted a conditional license for a groundbreaking new treatment to treat canine parvovirus, a highly contagious and sometimes fatal disease. As Daily Paws reports, the Canine Parvovirus Monoclonal Antibody, developed by Elanco, is a one-time injection that has been shown to increase survival rates and reduce the length of hospital stays in […]
A new species of ancient shark was identified by teeth found in a Kentucky national park. The teeth were found at Mammoth Cave National Park, which encompasses some of the Mammoth Cave, the largest known cave system in the world, according to the National Park Service. A news release from the NPS said that “several small spoon-like teeth […]
Okay, we get it. There is nothing cuter than a dog dressed as a pumpkin or a cat with a little witch’s hat. But sometimes the costumes we find adorable are actually uncomfortable, even hazardous, for our pets. Make sure Halloween is enjoyable for your furry friend with these tips, from the American Humane Society […]
Celebrating the loving bond we have with our buddies who bark while promoting the importance of our dogs’ physical fitness, the third Saturday in October has been dubbed National Fetch Day! Created by Petmate to mark the 20th anniversary of Chuckit! (launchers that provide drool-free pick ups for games of fetch with Fido), the pet holiday encourages pet parents to enjoy […]
After a summer-long effort of gorging herself on salmon, a brown bear named “Grazer” has been crowned the champion of this year’s Fat Bear Week. Grazer, now an empty nester, has earned a reputation as a fiercely aggressive mother and a skilled angler. “She has been putting in the work,” Katmai National Park ranger Felicia Jimenez said in […]
Since 1993, the 3rd week of October has been set aside as National Veterinary Technician Week (NVTW) to celebrate, recognize, and promote the valuable contributions Credentialed Veterinary Technicians make to the veterinary profession and society. To mark the 30th Anniversary of NVTW, the National Association of Veterinary Technicians in America (NAVTA) has compiled a few “Pearls of […]
October is Adopt a Shelter Dog Month, or what we like to call Dogtober! And this Dogtober, we encourage everyone to get involved to promote adoption and help give more second chances to loving dogs across the nation. In fact, many cities across the country, from Pittsburgh, PA to San Diego, CA to Tuscaloosa, AL, […]