Every year, National Pet Day celebrates not only our beloved dogs but all types of pets, whether furry, finned or feathered! When Is National Pet Day? National Pet Day is scheduled every year for April 11. This pet holiday was established in 2007 by celebrity pet and family lifestyle expert Colleen Paige– the creator of …
The Shetland Sheepdog is so beloved that not only does the breed sport a cute nickname (with devotees dubbing the dogs Shelties), they also have their very own pet holiday: International Sheltie Day! When is International Sheltie Day? International Sheltie Day takes place each year on June 1st. What’s In a Name? The name of this herding …
We all know that a big part of being happy and healthy is being active–and that certainly applies to our dogs as well. National Canine Fitness Month is a time to focus on keeping our canine companions in shape and encouraging an active lifestyle. It’s an opportunity to learn new exercises, try new activities, and …
You’ve no doubt heard of the many crossbreed mixes–from Doodles to Schnoodles, Bullkitas to Pug-A-Mos. But recently we ran across one new crossbreed that I haven’t heard of before: the Frenchel. What is a Frenchel Dog? A Frenchel–also known as the Royal Frenchel Bulldog–is a mix of the French Bulldog and the Cavalier King Charles …
Therapy dogs (and other therapy animals) and their handlers volunteer in hospitals, schools, nursing homes and other settings every day. They are celebrated every year on National Therapy Animal Day, a day to recognize and celebrate therapy animals, raise awareness of their role in enhancing human health and well-being, and honor the thousands of dedicated …