An early form of the zoo or zoological garden was called a ‘menagerie’. It is said to have been much smaller than the more modern zoo. The first iterations of zoos were private collections and acted as a show of power. Excavators discovered remnants of a menagerie in Egypt, which they believe dates back toContinue reading “VISIT THE ZOO DAY”
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NATIONAL PIT BULL AWARENESS MONTH
October marks National Pit Bull Awareness Month, an essential time for dispelling myths and spreading knowledge about one of the most misunderstood dog breeds. This month-long observance aims to highlight the true nature of pit bulls through education and support, promoting a positive image that counters widespread stereotypes. Despite their portrayal in media and legislationContinue reading “NATIONAL PIT BULL AWARENESS MONTH”
NATIONAL PET BIRD DAY
Have you ever wondered why your parrot bobs its head to music or why your canary sings at dawn? Or perhaps you’ve marveled at how a tiny budgie can mimic human speech with surprising accuracy? Welcome to National Pet Bird Day, where we ruffle some feathers in the best possible way! Mon Valley Paws celebratesContinue reading “NATIONAL PET BIRD DAY”
RAWGUST DAY
RAWgust is an annual celebration of the many incredible health benefits of feeding your pet a raw diet. It’s a time of awareness and education, and a chance for pet parents who still have questions to learn all they can about going raw. A raw dog food diet or raw cat food diet is exactly what it sounds like: a dietContinue reading “RAWGUST DAY”
RAINBOW BRIDGE REMEMBERANCE DAY
Deborah Barnes, an author, and a blogger, originally dedicated August 28th as a day to allow pet owners to share memories of their pets, whether cats, dogs, horses, ducks or even snakes after they have left this earth. A little-known fact about Rainbow Bridge Remembrance Day is that it is based on a Poem, titledContinue reading “RAINBOW BRIDGE REMEMBERANCE DAY”
NATIONAL DOG PHOTOGRAPHY DAY
JULY 26, 2025 SAY DOG TREAT! National Dog Photography Day can be a real blast for you and your dogs. Do you have a smartphone or camera? I’m sure when you are asked about your pet, the first thing you do is retrieve your cell phone and show off the countless photos you have takenContinue reading “NATIONAL DOG PHOTOGRAPHY DAY”
NATIONAL LOST PET PREVENTION MONTH
JULY 1-31, 2025 July is not only the height of summer, but it’s also National Lost Pet Prevention Month! This month-long observance was created to raise awareness about the importance of keeping our furry friends safe and sound. Did you know that approximately 10 million pets go missing each year in the US alone? InContinue reading “NATIONAL LOST PET PREVENTION MONTH”
UGLIEST DOG DAY
Ugliest Dog Day on June 20 celebrates the pups out there with a face only a mother could love. But when it comes to man’s best friend, is there really any dog that can’t be deemed adorable? We honor the facially challenged ones on June 20, Ugliest Dog Day. What started as a fun contestContinue reading “UGLIEST DOG DAY”
NATIONAL PET WEDDING WEEK
This week is important because it celebrates the bond between pets. It’s a chance for pet owners to express their love and commitment to their pets festively. People participate by arranging mock wedding ceremonies for their pets, which can include everything from outfits to officiants. The idea is to create a fun, loving experience highlightingContinue reading “NATIONAL PET WEDDING WEEK”
CHIHUAHUA APPRECIATION DAY
Chihuahuas are the smallest dog breed. They’re also one of the oldest, though we don’t know exactly when they were first bred. They can trace their roots back to ancient dogs in Mexico, which have been around since at least the 9th century. Despite its ancient origins, these dogs were relatively rare until the 20th century. Today, Chihuahuas areContinue reading “CHIHUAHUA APPRECIATION DAY”
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