Giving a pet as a gift may seem like the perfect way to spread holiday cheer with your loved ones, but pets are more than a cute gift. Although pets can make wonderful additions to our homes, they include a [...]
‘Tis the season of giving, and there are numerous ways you and your pet can team up to support your local community this holiday season. Many rehabilitation centers, nursing homes, and hospitals welcome therapy pets into their facilities. To [...]
In the spirit of Thanksgiving and reflecting on what we are grateful for, here are some of the many reasons to be thankful for our beloved pets. They give us unconditional love. Our pets accept us for who [...]
November is Adopt a Senior Pet Month. Older pets at shelters often have a harder time finding a home. However, there are many great reasons to welcome a senior pet into your family. Since most senior shelter pets have [...]
October 29th is National Cat Day. Check out these ideas for ways to celebrate this special holiday for our feline friends. Adopt a cat or kitten from your local shelter. Donate blankets, food and/or toys to your local [...]
Now that fall is in full swing, you may be looking for ways to enjoy the season with your pet. Here are some activities to add to your fall bucket list. Visit a state park and go hiking [...]
September 23rd-29th is Deaf Dog Awareness Week. Raising a deaf pet can be challenging, but also very rewarding. An important component of caring for a deaf dog is learning specific communication and training techniques. These methods can help owners who [...]
Fall is on the horizon and is a popular time for flea and tick exposure. In addition to talking to your veterinarian about the best preventive flea and tick medications, being aware of the environments where fleas and ticks thrive [...]
August 5th-11th is International Assistance Dog Week (IADW). This week is dedicated to honoring assistance dogs and educating the public about how these specially trained animals aid people in our communities. Here are some important guidelines to follow when [...]
Take Your Cat to the Vet Day is August 22nd. Many cat owners delay visits to the veterinarian because of the stress and anxiety it causes their feline friend. However, there are some things you can to do [...]
