"National Mutt Day, also known as National Mixed Breed Dog Day, was created in 2005 by Celebrity Pet & Family Lifestyle Expert and Animal Welfare Advocate, Colleen Paige and is celebrated on both July 31st and December 2nd. National Mutt Day is all about embracing, saving and celebrating mixed breed dogs. The biggest percentage of dogs abandoned […]

DOGust Universal Birthday for Shelter Dogs "Unfortunately, too many dogs wind up in shelters because they cannot find a forever home. (Even worse, a lot of them are simply left on the streets.) August 1 is celebrated as the Universal Birthday for Shelter Dogs. Join us in celebrating their big day by sharing your love […]

International Assistance Dog Week "International Assistance Dog Week (IADW) was created to recognize all the devoted, hardworking assistance dogs helping individuals mitigate their disability related limitations. The goals of IADW are to: Recognize and honor assistance dogs Raise awareness and educate the public about assistance dogs Honor puppy raisers and trainers Recognize heroic deeds performed […]

Work Like a Dog Day "The English language is often confusing. Take, for instance, two common idioms we use in our everyday lives: “It’s a dog’s life” and “Work like a dog.” “It’s a dog’s life” refers to dogs being able to laze around and sleep all day, having no worries or issues more pressing […]

Spoil Your Dog Day "We really love dogs, and National Spoil Your Dog Day is the ultimate in making our love of dogs official. Dogs bring a lot to our lives, and while they might not be the most independent creatures to invite into your home, they don’t ask us for very much in return […]

National Check the Chip Day "Pet owners: Take advantage of this reminder: 1) Make an appointment with your veterinarian for microchipping if your pet isn’t already microchipped (then make sure that your pet’s chip is immediately registered). 2) Check your already-microchipped pet’s registration information in the microchip manufacturer’s database, and make sure it’s up-to-date. Updating […]

International Homeless Animals Day "ISAR conceived and began International Homeless Animals’ Day (IHAD) in 1992. Since that time, ISAR’s International Homeless Animals’ Day Observances have consistently grown in number. They bring people all over the world together to shed light on pet overpopulation and the spay/neuter solution. By now, IHAD events have been celebrated in […]

National Dog Day "We love our dogs and they love us. For that, we’re eternally grateful. National Dog Day honors this most loyal and adorable creature. After all, we have a long history together. The dog’s evolution into man’s best friend goes back at least 14,000 years (and probably longer), when they split from wolves […]

"Based on a poem written in the 1980s by an anonymous author, the Rainbow Bridge is the ethereal place where deceased pets wait for their humans before entering heaven together. In this limbo, the pets are happy and healthy. The old are young again, and injured animals are made whole. When humans die, our spirits are […]

National Holistic Pet Day "What does “holistic health” mean? Simply put, it is a wellness approach that addresses the “whole” animal - body, mind, and spirit. Holistic health is all about health and wellness, not disease. It is a preventative lifestyle that incorporates the WHOLE animal. Holistic solutions are gaining more acceptance with pets. It’s […]