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pet obesity

October 13: Pet Obesity Awareness Day – How to help your pet stay healthy

Pet obesity has become an epidemic in recent years. According to the American Veterinary Medical Association, nearly half of dogs and cats in the United States are overweight or obese. The same goes for other animals such as horses, birds, and reptiles. In 2018, an estimated 60% of cats and 56% of dogs in the United States were overweight or obese. Obesity in pets can lead to serious health problems including diabetes, heart disease, arthritis, kidney failure, and cancer. It also increases the risk of early death. So celebrate National Pet Obesity Awareness Day by making a commitment to the …

Take your cat to work day

June 19: Take Your Cat to Work Day® – Fun and Benefits of Having Cats in the Office

Take Your Cat to Work Day® is a nationwide event that encourages people of all occupations to enjoy the companionship of their feline friends. This day also provides an opportunity for cat owners to share their workspace with their furry friends. If you’re looking for some fun and benefits, take your cat in the office today! Why should the dogs have all the limelight? For animal lovers that want to bring their cats to work, this day is for you. Cat-friendly companies and organizations are already having great success by hosting an event or being open to you sharing your …

National Garfield The Cat Day

June 19: National Garfield the Cat Day – The Cat That Loves Food and Hates Mondays

It’s National Garfield the Cat Day! It’s a day to celebrate America’s quirkiest and cuddliest cartoon character, Garfield. Jim Davis created the comic strip in 1978, and since then Garfield has been entertaining people with his laziness, obsession with food (especially lasagna), and hatred of Mondays. The story is set in Muncie, Indiana where we follow Jon Arbuckle (Garfield’s owner) and Odie the dog as they try to take care of their new feline friend.

World Pet Memorial Day

World Pet Memorial Day: Remembering Our Beloved Pets

World Pet Memorial Day is observed every year on the second Tuesday in June every year. In 2021, this is June 8th. It’s a time where you can celebrate your pets that are waiting for you and other family members over rainbow bridge. It is so hard to say goodbye, but I know they will be waiting for me when it is time to cross. This day reminds us of how important our pets are in our lives and why we should cherish them every day.

Hug Your Cat Day

June 4: National Hug Your Cat Day: Purr-fect Opportunity to Spend Time with Feline Friends

How often do you hug your cat?  It’s National Hug Your Cat Day on June 4th, and we have a few purr-fect suggestions to get in the mood for some snuggle time. If your feline critter is anything like ours, then hugging may not be in the cards. However, touch is still an important part of communication – and so are cats! National Hug Your Cat Day is a day devoted to showing your cat the love and attention they deserve. While some cats might just want to be left alone, others show an almost unconditional love. Whatever you’ll do, …