Kim Cope’s Daisy Mae “I have three dogs, Maggie May,14 years old, Snoopy who is 11 and Max coming in at 10. Maggie May and Snoopy are Shorkies which are a mix breed of a Shih Tzu and a Yorkie. Max is a full bred Yorkie. Somehow, I still felt the need for a puppyContinue reading “Pet Spotlight of the Month – July”
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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”
Pet Spotlight of the Month – June
Callie – Lori & John Vivio “After losing our 18-year-old affectionate, refined short-haired Calico cat (that we inherited from my mother), my son and I surprised my husband with another Calico cat. When we learned from her foster mom that the cat shared the same name as our previous cat, Callie, we felt it wasContinue reading “Pet Spotlight of the Month – June”
Pet Spotlight of the Month – May
Roxie and Dan Harkins “I would like to introduce everyone to my new dog, Roxie. I had to have Molly, my last dog, put down on Christmas Eve, 2024, and had her cross the Rainbow Bridge before her time. Needless to say, her death left a big hole in my life. I knew I wouldContinue reading “Pet Spotlight of the Month – May”
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”
Pet Rescue Spotlight of the Month – May
ALL BUT FORGOTTEN PET RESCUE SPOTLIGHTMAJOR AND KYA “Major and Kya’s story started with an urgent plea for any rescue to step up for these young pups whose lives were spent crated for hours – each and every day. Days turned into weeks as they continued to live this way – we couldn’t let thisContinue reading “Pet Rescue Spotlight of the Month – May”
NATIONAL RESCUE DOG DAY
Rescue dogs are truly remarkable! They overcome extreme obstacles and are incredibly resilient. They make wonderful family pets and often a child’s best friend. But rescue dogs are capable of much more. With training, they contribute to the independence of people with disabilities and give comfort to the elderly. As emotional support companions, rescue dogsContinue reading “NATIONAL RESCUE DOG DAY”
Mon Valley Paws 