When families face financial difficulties the effects are also felt by the four-legged members in the household. An estimated 30 million companion animals reside in residences where meals are scarce, so to turn the tide on the issue of food insecurity PetSmart Charities has partnered with Feeding America for a pet holiday that provides both …
“All of the darkness in the world cannot extinguish the light of a single candle.” The words of Saint Francis of Assisi are taken to heart on Remember Me Thursday®, a day to light the way for a better future for homeless dogs and cats while honoring the shelter animals who never found their forever …
From Smokey The Bear teaching us that “only you can prevent forest fires” to McGruff The Crime Dog urging us to “take a bite out of crime,” over the years many fictional animals have helped us to stay safe. One four-legged mascot even has a day dedicated to his safety lessons for little ones: Safetypup …
A tongue-in-cheek take on Cinco de Mayo (which commemorates Mexico’s victory against France at the Battle of Puebla in 1862), Cinco de Meow is a party with a purr-pose. This pet holiday shines a spotlight on cat adoption, with many animal shelters and rescue organizations holding cat adoption specials to celebrate! Download this coloring page …
Peruvian Hairless Dog Day is an annual celebration of a rare “bald” beauty, and we’ve uncovered a few fun facts about the breed to mark the occasion! When is Peruvian Hairless Dog Day? Fans of the folically-challenged breed mark this pet holiday each year on June 12th. The date was chosen to commemorate the day …
Santa May being presents to all the good little boys and girls each December, but in November those who have given the gift of kindness to a dog may find a special present hidden in their house by the Spirit of the Wolf. Download this coloring page What is Wolfenoot? By creatively combining compassion and …
When looking over the annual calendar of pet holidays dog lovers may find themselves scratching their heads when coming across Don’t Walk Your Dog Day. After all, isn’t a daily constitutional with your canine companion not only a duty but a delight, benefiting both the physical and mental health of both two-and-four-legged walkers? Yet, there …
The arrival of spring is the perfect time to celebrate companion animals in the springtime of life, with both National Puppy Day and Cuddly Kitten Day sharing the same day on the pet holiday calendar! Download this coloring page When is Cuddly Kitten Day? This salute to “smol”ness takes place each year on March 23rd. Why …
As animal lovers, dogs mean the world to us, and each year fans of our four-legged friends gather at the world’s largest dog show to celebrate all things canine at Crufts! Download this coloring page What is Crufts? Named in honor of Charles Cruft, who founded the event in 1891 as a marketing tactic for …
It may come as no surprise that June is the most popular month for people to get married, but did you know that it’s also the most “pup”ular month for dogs to embark on a life of wedded bliss? If your pal with paws has found his or her four-legged soul mate, why not celebrate …