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12/04/2023

Operation Santa Paws is held from December 1 to 24 every year, and we are excited to extend love and care to our furry friends and pets in shelters and rescue centers in every way we can. Animals have been kept as pets since time immemorial. Dogs especially are man’s oldest and best friend and, ov...

12/01/2023

Forget about purebred dogs. On this day, National Mutt Day, mixed breeds and mutts are what it’s all about! History of National Mutt Day Although the word “mutt” can sometimes have a negative connotation in the English language, it simply means that the dog’s parents were not registered and ...

11/29/2023

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The holiday season is upon us, and many pet parents plan to include their furry companions in the festivities. As you gear up for the holidays, it is important to try to keep your pet's eating and exercise habits as close to their normal routine as possible. Also, please be sure to steer pets clear....

11/20/2023

Thanksgiving is a time for community and good food. Why not include your pet in the fun? You can absolutely let your dog or cat have a feast of their own – just make sure you know what foods are safe for them to eat. As always, also don’t let your animal overindulge. Obesity can lead to several ...

11/17/2023

Adopt A Senior Pet Month is celebrated during November, which reminds people of older cats and dogs that are in shelters and waiting to be adopted. Pets are the easiest way to bring warmth into your life. So if you are thinking about getting a pet, consider opening your heart to a senior animal. Pup...

11/15/2023

NATIONAL PET CANCER AWARENESS MONTH National Pet Cancer Awareness Month is an annual designation observed in November. Cancer is the leading disease-related cause of death for domestic dogs and cats in the U.S., so this month, spread the word to help educate pet owners about how best to protect thei...

11/08/2023

Pet Diabetes Month is observed every year in November. This month is dedicated to spreading awareness about this lifelong condition of diabetes, which affects approximately one in 300 adult dogs and one in 230 cats in the United States. Diabetes is a condition that keeps pets from producing or utili...

11/06/2023

NATIONAL ANIMAL SHELTER APPRECIATION WEEK National Animal Shelter Appreciation Week recognizes the shelters providing care that bridges the gap to adoption for millions of abandoned and stray animals. The event takes place each year during the first full week in November. The observance also acknowl...

11/03/2023

“We were stumped to see her in there" When Luna started breaking into the pantry every chance she got, her family decided they had to do something about it. “We started tying the cabinet because she puts her paw under and pulls it open to climb the shelves or get the cat food,” Nini Espinoza, ...

11/01/2023

Whipping up homemade nibbles that set tails wagging, conjuring up pet-friendly dishes that make furry friends jump for joy. We all love our pets, and Cook for Your Pets Day promises to take the indulgence of our pets to new levels. On this day, as a responsible owner who wishes to repay your pet’s...

10/27/2023

Halloween can be the spookiest night of the year, but keeping your pets safe doesn’t have to be tricky. The ASPCA recommends taking these simple, common sense precautions to keep your pet happy and healthy all the way to November 1. Stash the Treats The candy bowl is for trick-or-treaters, not Scr...

10/25/2023

National Black Cat Day 2023, October 27 National Black Cat Day 2023 is a special observance dedicated to celebrating and promoting the adoption of black cats. This day aims to dispel myths and superstitions surrounding black cats and highlight the beauty and uniqueness of these feline companions. It...

10/20/2023

“It totally warms my heart to see them together” Last month, rescuers from the Millstone Wildlife Center in New Hampshire were alerted to a baby bobcat who’d been abandoned by her mother. The 6-week-old kitten was fortunately found to be in good health — but only physically. Being apart from...

10/17/2023

National Veterinary Technician Week is observed annually in the third week of October and this year, it will be held from October 15 to 21. It appreciates the dedication of veterinary technicians and creates awareness about the work they perform to keep our pets healthy and safe. The week-long holid...

10/17/2023

“There was something magnetic about him.” When a stray cat named Wilfred arrived at Española Humane (EH) the other day, he instantly stole the staff and volunteers’ hearts. It wasn’t just his round, chunky body and old age that caught their attention — he also had a permanently sad expres...

10/11/2023

Are you at risk from diseases you can catch from your pets? Yes, but there are plenty of steps you can take to reduce or eliminate that risk! Q: My dog has giardia. Do I need to be worried that he could transmit it to me or the kids? A: The good news is that the type of giardia that commonly infects...

10/04/2023

“I’m not sure why he decided to take a ride with me." The other day, Angie Stark was driving home from work in Fort Wayne, Indiana, when she decided to pull into a local car wash to have her vehicle cleaned. Stark expected it would only take few minutes before she’d be able to continue on her ...

10/02/2023

October is the month every year when we turn our hearts toward the hopeful dogs waiting to find forever homes during Adopt a Shelter Dog Month. The American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (ASPCA) sponsors and promotes Adopt a Shelter Dog Month every October, while the American Huma...

09/27/2023

Help educate yourself and others and raise awareness about the risk of rabies, and how to prevent this deadly and incurable disease before it takes hold. Rabies is an infectious viral disease that is almost always fatal following the onset of clinical signs. Because this disease impacts both animals...

09/21/2023

I hear from a lot of pet parents who worry a medically necessary eye removal might have an adverse impact on their pet. In my four decades of experience, that’s not what happens! Here’s what I told a reader. Q: The kitten I adopted came with a bad eye infection. My veterinarian says it would be ...

09/18/2023

Could it be? In the aftermath of hurricane Idalia, many animals in Florida have found themselves displaced from their usual homes. A team of boaters working to photograph storm-related beach erosion recently realized this firsthand when they looked out to sea and saw an unlikely pink neck paddling t...

09/14/2023

We all want our pets to look good, but keeping them groomed is about a lot more than looks. Q: It’s hard to get my daughters to brush the dog the way they promised to when we got her. Can you explain why grooming is important? A: Two words: comfort and health. Ask your daughters if they remember w...

09/08/2023

“Putting him back in his kennel was the hardest part ...” Meet Tanner — a rescue dog who will do anything for a hug. Tanner was wandering the streets of Houston, Texas, when rescuers found him and brought him to a city shelter. After three weeks spent waiting to be adopted, the pup was put on ...

09/07/2023

There’s nothing like the fresh new energy of a kitten coming into your home! If you normally adopt adult cats, adding a kitten can be a real adventure and can bring a sense of play and joy into your household. If you already have several cats in your household, you’ll want to make sure the intro...

08/31/2023

Does your dog freak out when you leave? Here's what you can do to help reduce your dog's separation anxiety. If your dog seems to worry when you're heading out, destroys stuff when you leave the house, follows you from room to room when you're home, goes berserk when you come back and seems to be ey...

08/25/2023

National Dog Day is on August 26 and we are getting ready to celebrate all our furry friends in the best ways possible! Can you believe that our furry friends have been with us for at least 14,000 years? Thank goodness for that because what would we do without man’s best friend? It is time to pull...