General Pets & Pet Care
Holidays
Pet-parent holidays for every species. Adoption, fostering, dental health, the silly stuff like costumes and home cooking, and the bittersweet Rainbow Bridge Remembrance.
January
3 holidays
National Pet Travel Safety Day
Traveling with your furry companion? Don't forget to keep them safe on National Pet Travel Safety Day by following these tips and tricks!
National Dress Up Your Pet Day
Dress up your furry friend and make National Dress Up Your Pet Day extra special - share photos of their cutest look on social media!
Change a Pet’s Life Day
Change a Pet's Life Day is the perfect opportunity to make a difference in an animal's life - adopt, volunteer, or donate to help them find loving homes!
February
3 holidays
Pet Dental Health Month
A month-long awareness observance in February promoting dental health care for pets, particularly cats and dogs, through veterinary checkups and owner education.
Responsible Pet Owners Month
It's time to celebrate Responsible Pet Owners Month and give a big thank you to all the responsible pet parents out there! Let's keep our furry friends happy and healthy.
National Love Your Pet Day
On National Love Your Pet Day, give your furry friend some extra love and treats to show them how much they mean to you! 🐾❤️
April
10 holidays
International Pooper Scooper Week
Get ready to scoop that poop and celebrate International Pooper Scooper Week - because keeping our streets clean is a global effort!
National Pet First Aid Awareness Month
Keep your furry friends safe and healthy this month by brushing up on pet first aid techniques and stocking up on essentials for emergencies.
National Pet Day
An advocacy observance on April 11 celebrating the bond with pets of every species and promoting adoption of shelter and rescue animals.
Pet Owners Independence Day
On Pet Owners Independence Day, give your furry friend some extra love and attention as we celebrate the bond between pets and their owners.
Pet Tech CPR Day
Don't let a pet emergency catch you off guard - learn essential Pet Tech CPR skills on this special day dedicated to keeping our furry friends safe!
National Scoop the Poop Week
It's time to show some love for our furry friends and keep our streets clean - join in on National Scoop the Poop Week!
National Pet Parents Day
Embrace the paw-some journey of pet parenting on National Pet Parents Day – it's all about love, companionship and furry cuddles!
National Kids and Pets Day
Make National Kids and Pets Day special for your family - bring home a furry friend, go on an adventure, or just snuggle up for some quality time!
National Help A Horse Day
Show your love for horses on National Help A Horse Day - donate, volunteer, or take action to help protect and care for these majestic animals!
National Adopt A Shelter Pet Day
Show your love and support this National Adopt A Shelter Pet Day - make a difference to an animal in need by adopting a pet today!
May
5 holidays
National Pet Month
A month-long observance throughout May in the United States that celebrates pets and promotes responsible ownership, veterinary care, and adoption.
Chip Your Pet Month
Don't let your furry friend go missing - chip them during Chip Your Pet Month and ensure their safe return if they ever wander off!
National Pet Week
Get ready to show extra love to your furry friends! National Pet Week is here, the perfect time to celebrate the joy they bring into our lives.
National Specially-Able Pets Day
On National Specially-Able Pets Day, let's give extra love and support to our furry friends who may need a little extra care.
Do Dah Day
Get ready to let loose and have a blast at Do Dah Day - the biggest and most colorful festival of the year! Music, food, and fun await you.
June
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National Foster a Pet Month
Ready to make a difference in the life of a furry friend? Join us this National Foster a Pet Month and give an animal in need a loving home!
National Pet Preparedness Month
Don't let your furry friends get left behind in an emergency - join us this National Pet Preparedness Month to learn how to keep them safe and ready for anything.
Pet Appreciation Week
Give your furball extra love during Pet Appreciation Week! It's time to spoil them more and show just how much they mean to you.
Clean Your Aquarium Day
It's time to give your underwater friends a sparkling home! Celebrate Clean Your Aquarium Day and make your fishies happy.
July
3 holidays
Pet Remembrance Day
Remember and honor the furry companions who have touched our lives on Pet Remembrance Day. They may be gone, but their love remains forever.
All American Pet Photo Day
Grab your camera and capture the cuteness of your furry friends on All American Pet Photo Day! Share your photos and show off the most photogenic pets in town.
National Pet Fire Safety Day
Be prepared for the unexpected - keep your furry friends safe with fire safety tips and tricks on National Pet Fire Safety Day!
August
3 holidays
Check the Chip Day
Don't forget to Check the Chip on this important day - make sure your pet's microchip information is up-to-date and keep them safe!
Rainbow Bridge Remembrance Day
Honor your beloved pet on Rainbow Bridge Remembrance Day - share memories, stories, and photos to celebrate their life and legacy.
National Holistic Pet Day
Show your furry friends some love this National Holistic Pet Day - give them a massage, organic treats, and lots of cuddles!
September
5 holidays
National Pet Memorial Day
Honor your beloved pet this National Pet Memorial Day with a special tribute to remember them forever!
Adopt a Less-Adoptable Pet Week
Discover your new best friend during Adopt a Less-Adoptable Pet Week. Every pet deserves a loving home, dare to make a difference!
National Cat & Dog Gut Health Awareness Day
Keep your furry friends happy and healthy on National Cat & Dog Gut Health Awareness Day with tips, treats, and vet-approved advice.
World’s Largest Pet Walk
Stride together, thrive together! Join the World's Largest Pet Walk and experience fun, fitness, and furry friends in this amazing annual event!
Pet Tricks Day
Get ready to be amazed by the incredible talents of our furry friends! It's Pet Tricks Day and we can't wait to see what tricks your pets have up their paws.
October
4 holidays
National Pet Wellness Month
October is National Pet Wellness Month - time to pamper your furry friends with extra love, treats, and checkups for their health and happiness!
National Pet Obesity Day
Pamper your pet on National Pet Obesity Day by going for a walk and providing them with healthy treats to keep them fit and happy!
National Pets for Veterans Day
Show your support for Veterans this National Pets for Veterans Day! Donate to help provide furry friends to those who served.
National Treat Your Pet Day
Treat your furry friend to something extra special on National Treat Your Pet Day - they deserve it!
November
1 holiday
December
2 holidays
Celebrate Shelter Pets Day
Show your love for shelter pets this Celebrate Shelter Pets Day - adopt, donate, or simply spread the word and make a difference!
International Day of Veterinary Medicine
Join the celebration of International Day of Veterinary Medicine - honoring veterinarians around the world for their dedication and hard work!