Naturally Dogs and Cats LLC

06/23/2024

🐾✂️ Join Us for Yappy Hour Nail Trim with Allison! 🌟🐶

Mark your calendars for Tuesday June 25th, from 3:45-5pm, because it's time for Yappy Hour Nail Trim with Allison at Naturally Dogs and Cats East Windsor! 💅🐾 For just $10 cash per pet, treat your furry friend to a paw-dicure they'll love! Don't miss out – we hope to see you there! 🐾✨

06/23/2024

Each June 23, the U.S. celebrates National Hydration Day. Proper hydration is vital to living a healthy life, but it’s often overlooked. It’s easy to forget to carry a water bottle on a hot day outside, but skipping out on H2O can lead to major health risks. National Hydration Day was created in honor of late football coach Victor Hawkins, who invented a special hydrating mouthguard to keep his players healthy on the field. SafeTGard, the company that now sells his invention, launched the holiday after Hawkins’ passing to honor his legacy and to encourage others to stay hydrated. Whether you’re a professional athlete, a casual exerciser, or someone who simply loves to spend time outside in the sun, drinking water is key to avoiding heat stroke, dehydration, and other dangerous issues. Celebrating National Hydration Day is a great way to raise awareness!

06/22/2024

HISTORY OF WORLD RAINFOREST DAY
World Rainforest Day is observed throughout the world and aims to educate people about the importance of rainforests — why they are important and the diversity of life that lives in them. By educating people, World Rainforest Day aims to encourage more people to join the effort to protect and preserve rainforests for future generations.

Rainforests are lush forests that have a continuous tree canopy. The entire forest is heavily dependent on moisture. Rainforests do not have any forest fires. Flora, fungi, epiphytes, lianas, and trees forming a closed canopy, are found in rainforests. Many popular houseplants like the Pothos and Monstera, are native to rainforests. A majority of living organisms — birds, animals, plants, and trees — are native to rainforests. A large number of species of mammals, reptiles, birds, invertebrates, and amphibians are found in rainforests.

Rainforests are necessary as they are an important source of freshwater for humans. Additionally, they absorb carbon dioxide and protect the earth from the effects of climate change. They are an important natural resource directly and indirectly. Apart from freshwater and the production of oxygen, several ingredients used in everyday life and manufacturing are derived from rainforests. Timber, meat, animal products, plant derivatives, and tourism are among the other benefits offered by rainforests.

06/21/2024

Did you know we offer grain-free kibble AND grain-free treats? 🌾🚫 Whether your pup has a senstive tummy or just prefers the grain-free flavor, our options will keep ‘em happy and healthy.

Grain free kibble and treats!

06/21/2024

History of Take Your Dog To Work Day

Pet Sitters international decided, in 1996, that there were far too many instances of people leaving their animals at home while they went about their workday. These amazing people are dedicated to saving animals from local shelters and humane shelters, and helping them find good homes with people who will love and respect them.

As part of this, they developed Take Your Dog To Work Day as an attempt to help restore puppies to the workplace and help people understand the human-animal bond.

5000 companies were participating in this event by the end of 2003, and it’s just growing more with every single year.

So, take the time on Take Your Dog to Work Day to bring your puppy to work and help educate others on the importance of saving these amazing critters from a rescue shelter and the streets.

06/20/2024

HISTORY OF AMERICAN EAGLE DAY
Bald eagles are powerful birds of prey indigenous to America. They symbolize strength, determination, and honor. In ancient times — that is, even before the European conquest — bald eagles roamed the great blue skies, witnessing the rise and fall of empires.

On June 20, 1782, the Second Continental Congress selected bald eagles as the national symbol of the United States. Back then, they did not have any threats, either from land or from the skies. More than 100,000 nesting pairs were dominating the U.S. skies during that era. But the story changed for bald eagles in the 19th century.

Poisoning from pesticides, illegal shooting, habitat destruction, lead poisoning, birth defects, etc., resulted in a rapid decline of the eagle population. In 1940, Congress passed the Bald Eagle Protection Act, which provided some protection for the birds. The law prohibited selling, owning, or killing bald eagles. But the population continued to decline, so much so that they were listed as endangered species by 1967. The main culprit was D.D.T., a pesticide used for eradicating mosquitoes and other pests. The chemical reached water bodies and fish on which bald eagles preyed. The D.D.T. interacted with the calcium secreting mechanism of the bald eagle and softened the eggshells. The result was soft eggs that failed to hatch or break under the weight of the incubating mother.

Rachel Carson mentioned in her book “The Silent Spring” the adverse effect of D.D.T. on the ecosystem. As a result, the U.S. banned the use of D.D.T., and this paved the way for the return of bald eagles to the American skies one more time. Fast forward to the present day, thanks to the vigorous conservation efforts, bald eagles are thriving with a population of over 300,000.

We are celebrating Bald Eagle Appreciation Day to understand this unique and powerful bird and spread awareness about its importance to the ecosystem and American culture.

06/20/2024

In the Northern Hemisphere, the June solstice (aka summer solstice) occurs when the Sun reaches its highest and northernmost points in the sky. It marks the start of summer in the northern half of the globe. (In contrast, the June solstice in the Southern Hemisphere is when the Sun is at its lowest point in the sky, marking the start of winter.)

The term “solstice” comes from the Latin words sol (sun) and sistere (to stand still). Due to Earth’s tilted axis, the Sun doesn’t rise and set at the same locations on the horizon each morning and evening; its rise and set positions move northward or southward in the sky as Earth travels around the Sun through the year. Also, the Sun’s track in the sky becomes higher or lower throughout the year. The June solstice is significant because the Sun reaches its northernmost point in the sky at this time, at which point the Sun’s path does not change for a brief period of time.

After the solstice, the Sun appears to reverse course and head back in the opposite direction. The motion referred to here is the apparent path of the Sun when one views its position in the sky at the same time each day, for example, at local noon. Over the year, its path forms a sort of flattened figure eight, called an analemma. Of course, the Sun itself is not moving (unless you consider its orbit around the Milky Way galaxy); instead, this change in position in the sky that we on Earth notice is caused by the tilt of Earth’s axis as it orbits the Sun, as well as Earth’s elliptical, rather than circular, orbit.

06/19/2024

🎉 We’re almost at 100 memberships! 🎉 Only 5 more to go! The lucky family who purchases the 100th membership will receive a FREE bandana from Anna's Bandanas & More! (DIY Dog Wash Membership Gift Certificates available)🐾🎁

06/19/2024

❄️ New Arrival Alert! ❄️ Introducing Arctic Freeze treats with your choice of beef, duck, chicken, or turkey protein dust and creamy Greek yogurt! Perfect for keeping your pooch cool and satisfied this summer. 🐶🍦

06/19/2024

He’s witty, he’s sassy, he’s blunt, he’s saucy…he’s, well, Garfield. On June 19, National Garfield the Cat Day celebrates the world’s most opinionated feline. With insights ranging from global politics to his infatuation with lasagna, Jim Davis’s lovable tabby cat has endeared himself to audiences of all ages around the world. So, come enjoy a few candid one-liners and some heartfelt laughs on this warm summer day, and leave admitting that, deep down, we all want to know what our pets really think about us.

06/18/2024

🌟 Huge thank you to the generous person from NJ who mailed us 38 pairs of eclipse glasses! 🌟 We received them today and are so grateful for your support! 🌕👓

06/18/2024

🐜🌿 Protect Your Pets Naturally! 🌿🐜

Say goodbye to pesky mosquitoes and ticks with Wondercide! 🦟🌳 Our latest arrival is here just in time to keep your furry friends safe and itch-free during those warm spring days. Swing by to grab your supply today and ensure your pets can enjoy the great outdoors without any worries. 🐾☀️ 🌟🐾

06/18/2024

HISTORY OF NATIONAL FISHING DAY
During prehistoric times, fishing was not a recreational activity but a food source for people. Thus, it became a commercial activity during antiquity, as evidenced by the discovery of fish fossils dating back 500,000 years ago. These fossils suggest that the Homo habilis and Homo erectus were the first fishermen, usually catching fish by hand. Similarly, traditions and myths dating back thousands of years also indicate fishing was a celebrated activity.

Millennia later, in 3,500 B.C., the Egyptians started using spears, nets, lines, and rods to catch fish from the Nile. Similarly, the Romans were major fish consumers and traders in the Mediterranean Basin; they fished using nets and preserved fish that wasn’t immediately consumed. Centuries later, during the Middle Ages in Europe, as feudal lords owned rivers and lakes, river fishing was regulated and permitted for people in religious communities.

However, from the mid-11th century, innovation started to take hold, and thus, with the construction of ponds, fish farming began. Later, in the 15th century, when ship designs were modified, the deep-sea fishing and fish trade expanded. Fishers went further out to the sea to catch fish. Yet, it wasn’t until the appearance of the first fish trawlers in the 17th century and later the harnessing of steam power in the 19th century that the fishing trade became a billion-dollar industry and a celebrated pastime.

06/17/2024

For all you cat lovers out there, it’s time to celebrate your feline friend. Whoever is responsible for Take Your Cat to Work Day, please come forward to collect your prize — June 17 is now the cutest work day of the year (although dog people may disagree). It’s only right that we show our cats the world on the other side of the window — at least for one day a year.

06/16/2024

The nation’s first Father’s Day was celebrated on June 19, 1910, in the state of Washington. However, it was not until 1972—58 years after President Woodrow Wilson made Mother’s Day official—that the day honoring fathers became a nationwide holiday in the United States. Father’s Day 2024 will occur on Sunday, June 16.

06/15/2024

🎉🐾 Birthday Bundle for Your Furry Friend! 🎂🎁

Make your pup's special day even more PAWsome with our exclusive Birthday Bundle! 🎉🐶 Treat your beloved canine companion to a memorable celebration filled with tail wags and tasty treats! 🎁🐾

Each Birthday Bundle $35.99 plus tax includes:
🎂 4" Gluten-free Peanut Butter Cake (Choose your favorite color) and a candle
🎀 Stylish accessory: Bandana, Button Bow, or Bowtie
🎾 Fun Birthday Dog Toy (Select your preferred option)
🎩 Adorable Birthday Hat with elastic
🛍️ Convenient Bag to carry all the goodies

Let's make your furry friend's birthday unforgettable! 🥳🐕 Contact us today to order your customized Birthday Bundle! 📲🎈 🎉🐾

06/15/2024

HISTORY OF NATIONAL DOG DAD DAY
There is a long history between dogs and humans. Archaeological evidence suggests that the first animals to be tamed were dogs. Dogs were domesticated 30,000 years ago, which is more than 10,000 years before the domestication of horses and ruminants. Domestication started when gray wolves found scavenging for food scraps from humans began to cooperate in return for food and shelter. The wolves then helped the hunter-gatherers hunt for food. Over thousands of years of breeding, wolves evolved into the dogs we have today.

At the burial site in Predmosti (Czech Republic), a dog thought to be around 32,000 years old was found buried with bone. In Oberkassel in Germany, a skeleton of a disabled dog, believed to be about 14,300 years old, was discovered with the bodies of a man and woman. This indicates that the connection between humans and dogs' dates back to ancient times. Many dog burial sites have been discovered. The mummified black dog of Tumut in Russia is supposed to be around 12,450 years old.

About 12,000 years ago in Israel, at the Ain Mallaha Natufian settlement, 12 individuals are buried with one of their hands resting on the body of a small puppy. Dogs have also played leading roles in civilizations, such as Anubis in Egypt, Xolotl in Maya, and Cerberus in Greece, where their function was to accompany the deceased to the other world.

06/14/2024

Flag Day is a celebration of the American flag that occurs each year on the anniversary of the flag’s official adoption, June 14.

What we know fondly as the “Stars and Stripes” was adopted by the Continental Congress as the official American flag on June 14, 1777, in the midst of the Revolutionary War. Colonial troops fought under many different flags with various symbols—rattlesnakes, pine trees, and eagles—and slogans—” Don’t Tread on Me,” “Liberty or Death,” and “Conquer or Die,” to name a few.

The Declaration of Independence made the adoption of an American flag necessary. Previously, each colony or special interest had its own flag.

On that 14th of June, Congress made the Flag Resolution of 1777, stating: “The flag of the United States shall be thirteen stripes, alternate red and white, with a union of thirteen stars of white on a blue field …” Official announcement of the new flag was not made until Sept. 3, 1777.

” Flag Day” was celebrated as a patriotic occasion for many decades, but it was President Woodrow Wilson who made the observance official by a presidential proclamation on May 30, 1916.

06/13/2024

👏🐾 Congratulations to all the dedicated pet parents who brought their fur babies for nail trims yesterday! Keeping those paws in tip-top shape! 🐾✂️

06/13/2024

Our portion of the solar eclipse has passed, but the opportunity to help others safely view future eclipses remains! If you have any spare solar eclipse glasses, please consider dropping them off here at Naturally Dogs and Cats East Windsor. We'll be collecting them for the next two months (May-June 2024). By donating your glasses, you can help ensure that others can safely enjoy upcoming celestial events. Don't miss out on the chance to make a difference! 🌞🌑😎

06/13/2024

Do the names Elias Howe or Isaac Singer mean anything to you? If you’ve ever taken a Home Ec course (or even worn clothes, for that matter) they should — those two gentlemen are credited with the invention of the modern sewing machine. While the wheel, telephone, and personal computer get a lot of the glory for changing how humans live, the sewing machine is somewhat of an unsung hero. Without it, however, we’d still be squinting to thread needles and stitching together our shirts and suits by hand. Whether you want a simple set of curtains to block out the bright sun, or just aren’t satisfied by shopping off the rack, sewing machines are handy appliances that deserve accolades. Dream up some custom couture and celebrate National Sewing Machine Day this June 13.

06/12/2024

🐾✂️ Don't miss out on Yappy Hour Nail Trim! 🐶💅

Join us on June 12th from 5:30-6:30pm for a nail trim session with Jenna the Vet Tech! Bring your furry friend along for a pawdicure session and get those nails looking sharp! 💅🐾 It's the perfect opportunity to keep your pet's nails in tip-top shape and support their overall paw health. Mark your calendars and we'll see you there! 🗓️🐾 🐶💅

06/12/2024

HISTORY OF NATIONAL PEANUT BUTTER COOKIE DAY
We don’t know for sure when peanuts were first harvested, but evidence dating back 3,500 years ago indicates that ancient Incans of Peru used peanuts as sacrificial offerings. The peanut likely originated somewhere around modern-day Peru or Brazil, potentially growing as far north as Mexico, and was spread by European explorers. These Europeans likely brought peanuts to Africa and Asia, and it was eventually Africans who brought peanuts to North America in the 1700s.

In America, and particularly the South, peanut production took off. It was around the 1800s that peanuts became a commercial crop in the U.S., and demand for the product was high. Not only were they a great food, but they could also be used as oil or as a cocoa substitute. They were, however, challenging to raise and harvest, and mostly were only consumed by farm animals or those in poverty. That is until Union soldiers decided they liked them and found they were high in protein.

The early 1900s saw the destruction of cotton crops at the hands of the boll weevil, which threatened the livelihood of many farmers. Dr. George Washington Carver, a well-known scientist at the time, suggested many plantations switch to planting peanuts, which caused peanuts to be almost as popular of a crop as cotton in the South.

Determining who invented peanut butter, however, is a different beast. There’s evidence that the ancient Incas ground peanuts to make a primitive sort of peanut butter, though Dr. John Harvey Kellog is credited with creating the first peanut butter in the United States in 1895. There’s also some credit given for the invention of peanut butter to a physician from Saint Louis, who needed a way for his patients who were too old or sick to chew meat to get protein. After peanut butter’s introduction at the World’s Fair in 1904, however, it took off.

06/11/2024

HISTORY OF NATIONAL PET MEMORIAL DAY
Throughout history, the role of pets in our lives has changed drastically with our living situations and cultures, and so have the ways we honor our pets who have crossed the rainbow bridge. Since the first wolf cubs were domesticated and the first barnyard cats made pets, standout furry friends have captured people’s hearts and worked their way towards feeling like our family.

There is evidence that dogs were domesticated as far back as 26,000 BCE, when ancient footprints showed a child and a dog once walked together in a cave. Pet memorials began to crop up around 14,000 BCE, first in what is now Germany. Pet memorials from 7,000 BCE were also found in China, and North America from 11,000 BCE. Native Americans very often buried their dogs when they passed away, showing pets have long made an impact on our hearts!

Even the heroes of the ages memorialized their pets. Alexander the Great, for example, was known to be very fond of his mastiff named Peritas. When she died around 350 BCE, he held a formal burial and procession, as well as erected a monument in her honor.

Throughout the more modern era, there are other well-loved pets in the public eye that have been famously memorialized. Notable ones include Balto, the Siberian Husky known for his courageous journey across Alaska to deliver medicine, and Towser, the cat in Scotland who caught a record-setting 28,899 mice.

There are many pet cemeteries and standards for pet memorials today. Famous pet cemeteries include Hartsdale in New York City and Toto Memorial in Los Angeles. Many people choose to cremate, bury, or even taxidermy their pets to remember them, and pet headstones can be customized and purchased. We will never stop memorializing the pets that have brought so much love to our lives.