National Mutt Day (Mixed Breed Dog Day) is July 31st
Every dog has its day and mutts are no exception. July 31st and December 2nd are both National Mutt Day, also known as National Mixed Breed Dog Day, holidays created to celebrate and advocate for dogs that can often be overlooked. #NationalMuttDay as it’s known on social media was started in 2005 by animal welfare… Read more »
July 15th is Pet Fire Safety Day: Keeping Your Pets Safe
National Pet Fire Safety Day started in 2009 to help educate pet owners on the best safety practices to prevent fires and plan for unexpected emergencies. According to the American Red Cross, home fires are the most common disaster requiring an emergency response with 500,000 pets being affected annually. Additionally, about 1,000 fires a year… Read more »
Litter Box 101 for Cats
Here are some tips for setting up that all-important litter box and making it the place your cat wants to go. Provide a type of litter that your cat loves Provide a type of litter that your cat loves, preferably unscented. There are many litter choices, but most cats prefer clumping clay litter. To figure… Read more »
6 Common Cat Myths Busted
Cats make a great family pet, but it’s not always easy to figure out what they’re feeling or things. Because of this, there are a lot of stereotypes, misconceptions, or myths worth busting. Here are six of some of the most common “cat myths” to know. Cats land on all fours Unfortunately, cats may get… Read more »
Enriching Indoor Environments for Cats
It’s generally good news that more and more cats are being kept indoors. But while day-to-day life indoors is far more predictable and safe than living outside, indoor life can become monotonous. The lack of stimulation can result in boredom and even anxiety and illness (such as idiopathic cystitis, a painful disease and a major… Read more »
Cat Adoption Checklist (from American Humane)
Thinking of adopting a cat? First, check out these helpful tips, gathered by American Humane. If you’re thinking about adopting a cat, consider taking home two Cats require exercise, mental stimulation, and social interaction. Two cats can provide this for each other. Plus they’ll provide more benefits to you. Cats’ purring has been shown to… Read more »
What’s the Risk of Heartworm in my Dog?
In any discussion about keeping dogs healthy, one of the first topics to be raised will usually be heartworm. Around 250,000 dogs per year are diagnosed with heartworm, which puts your dog’s chances of getting this disease at about 1 in 200 (roughly the same as a person’s probability of getting diagnosed with cancer in… Read more »
5 Ways to Remember your Pet on World Pet Memorial Day
If you’ve ever known an animal that’s been close to your heart, you know that pets are not just animals we live with but beloved members of the family. And just like any member of the family, there are important things we do to grieve their loss. Once the initial sadness has passed, however, we… Read more »
What Vaccines Should I Get For My Dog?
When you bring home a lovable pooch, you are probably aware of the fact that you’ll need to provide food, shelter, toys, and plenty of love. Most people also know that dogs will need to be spayed or neutered (if they’re not already), that they’ll need to visit the veterinarian for regular checkups, and that… Read more »
What Should I Do if My Dog is Vomiting?
Most pet parents take their responsibilities very seriously when they adopt a cat or dog from their local animal shelter. They understand that pets are totally reliant on their people for health and happiness, which is why they’re willing to purchase the best food and the safest toys, as well as spend plenty of time… Read more »