by 600milliondogs.org | Sep 18, 2026 | Animal Story, Pet Safety Tips
Deafness does not prevent a dog from learning. It is National Deaf Pet Awareness Week, a time to raise awareness about deaf companions and challenge the assumption that hearing loss makes them difficult to live with. An estimated 5% to 10% of dogs in the U.S. are...
by 600milliondogs.org | Aug 28, 2026 | Pet Safety Tips
Healthy routines start young and last a lifetime. September is Happy Cat Month, a month that encourages cat guardians to pay closer attention to their cats’ health and well-being. A recent survey of more than 60,000 U.S. households found that only about one in...
by 600milliondogs.org | Aug 26, 2026 | Pet Safety Tips
Preparation makes evacuation faster and less stressful. September is National Preparedness Month, a reminder to prepare before an emergency happens. Companion animals should be part of that plan from the start. When Hurricane Katrina struck the Gulf Coast in 2005,...
by 600milliondogs.org | Jul 15, 2026 | Pet Safety Tips
No two mixed-breed dogs are exactly alike, which is part of what makes them special. July 31 is National Mutt Day, a day that celebrates mixed-breed dogs and encourages people to adopt them from shelters and rescue. About 75% of dogs in shelters are mixed breeds,...
by 600milliondogs.org | Jul 14, 2026 | Pet Safety Tips
Dehydration can develop quickly during periods of heat. July is National Pet Hydration Awareness Month, a time dedicated to raising awareness about dehydration and heat-related illness in animals. Did you know water makes up about 70% of a dog’s body and 60% of...
by 600milliondogs.org | Jun 30, 2026 | Pet Safety Tips
Vulnerable kittens need protection long before they find a home. Today is National Kitten Day, a day that celebrates kittens while drawing attention to the many young cats still waiting for safety, care, and a home. Nearly half of all cats entering U.S. shelters are...
