National Pet Bird Day is a time for bird lovers across the United States and beyond to celebrate the joys and benefits of owning a pet bird. Now in its seventh year, the Bird Enjoyment & Advantage Koalition (BEAK) is eager to invite all bird owners and lovers to join in celebrating the unique joys […]
Every pet deserves a loving home–even less-adoptable pets that might need special love and care. That’s why we celebrate Adopt a Less-Adoptable Pet Week each third week of September! Pets who are older or have health issues are often the last to be adopted from shelters. They can spend months and even years (or never) […]
You’ve probably considered your pets to be family members since, well, forever. But as Chewy reports, it does feel like the bond between humans and their furry companions has continued to deepen and evolve, transforming how we care for, celebrate, and connect with them. Below are Chewy‘s Top Pet Trends for 2025. You may notice […]
On National Pet Memorial Day, every second Sunday in September (which is September 14 this year), pet owners across the country remember their beloved pets who have passed on. For many of us, pets are loved ones on scale with some of the most important people in our lives – when they often die before […]
If you’re looking for a way to help animals, rescue organizations, and even families in your community, consider fostering! It’s an experience like no other. There’s a foster out there for just about any situation or lifestyle. It can be as simple or involved as you like. All you need is a little patience, a […]
September is National Pet Health Insurance Month, designed to share the benefits of having insurance to pet owners. Many people are either unaware of pet health insurance or feel that it is not worth the monthly cost. However, research shows that pet insurance can be extremely beneficial for any pet owner, both financially and emotionally. […]
A dog facing a daunting diagnosis had one last hope at UC Davis’ veterinary hospital to turn things around. As CBS News reports, Lola, a Golden Retriever, was given a terminal cancer diagnosis with just a couple of months to live. At 9 years-old, Lola was diagnosed with an aggressive, terminal oral melanoma that had […]
On September 4th each year, people around the world come together to celebrate National Wildlife Day. This is a day that honors the beauty, diversity, and suppleness of the animal kingdom and the delicate balance that it creates with nature. While initially the day was only celebrated and observed on September 4th, it now is also […]
September is National Service Dog Month, a time dedicated to raising awareness and showing appreciation for the extraordinary work service animals do every day for the people in their care. National Service Dog Month honors these working dogs for making millions of lives better and safer. They provide companionship, inspire confidence, and live to serve, […]
If you have your own cat roomie, you might have noticed they give a lot away with their body language. But, have you ever looked across the room to find your cat completely still, and holding direct eye contact without blinking? Or perhaps you’ve noticed them kneading on the sofa next to you while staring […]