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Animals bring an immense amount of joy to the lives of humans. Even setting aside their contributions as companions, their presence on the planet is integral to the complex web of life on Earth, providing essential ecological stability in a volatile world.


On September 5th, you can celebrate one of the country’s more unusual special days by honoring the contributions of rocks to society. National Pet Rock Day was inspired by Gary Dahl’s ingenious marketing gamble in 1975.


Pets are important members of our families, and they are entirely dependent on us for their well-being. Besides providing food, shelter and safety, a critical part of caring for our pets is keeping them healthy, and good dental health is vital to their overall health.


November 10 is National Sesame Street Day. This beloved children's show has been with us for over 50 years.


Pets are family, and when one of them passes, it can leave a hole in the heart that persists for a lifetime.


July 1st is National ID Your Pet Day. This important day is a time for all pet owners to make sure that their pet’s identification information is current.


Enrich Your Life by Adopting a Mixed-Breed Dog

National Mutt Day is right around the corner. Celebrated each year on both July 31st and December 2nd, this day gives everyone the opportunity to embrace and celebrate these amazing dogs.


Pet microchipping is true peace of mind for pet owners. Each year, thousands of cats and dogs go missing, and a pet ID chip is often the only way to reunite them with their family. As of July 1, 2020, all cats and dogs in Hawaii...


Just as you should have a plan for your home in case of an emergency fire, you need to also think about your pet, and what you could do to protect and help them in these types of situations.


National Pet Diabetes Month: Keep Your Pet Healthy

November is National Pet Diabetes Month, which was designated to raise awareness of this serious issue and to highlight pet health needs and proper care. Both cats and dogs are affected by diabetes mellitus, which occurs when their bodies cannot use glucose in a normal manner.