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October 29 is National Pit Bull Awareness Day!
October 29 is National Pit Bull Awareness Day, a day to celebrate the sweet, squishy blockheads of the dog world. Here at Roice-Hurst Humane Society, we love our pit bulls! Most days, you're almost guaranteed to find at least a few pitties waiting in our kennels or...
August 26 is National Dog Day!
Although every day is the perfect day to celebrate your dog, National Dog Day offers yet another opportunity to treat your dog a little extra special than an average day. On August 26, 2004, National Dog day was created by animal advocate Colleen Paige to provide an opportunity for all dogs to be celebrated and loved, but also to bring attention to the dogs in shelters waiting for their loving homes. Need some inspiration on how you can make the most of National Dog Day this year? Here are just a few of our favorite ways to celebrate!
Caring for Your Dog as a Full Time Worker
As creatures with emotional, mental, and physical needs, our beloved dogs truly are a daily commitment – and this is especially true for brand new pups! We love them wholeheartedly and wouldn’t want things any other way, but it can sometimes be complicated for working professionals to balance caring for their dog while meeting the demands of a full-time job. Here are some tips for balancing both sets of responsibilities.
National Kitten Day: 4 ways you can help kittens!
Kitten season is officially in full swing! Kitten season is the time of year between spring and fall when cats most frequently give birth. A feline pregnancy lasts for about 64 days, which means that they can have multiple litters per kitten season, with litters...
4th of July: Prepare for Your Pet’s Safety!
The 4th of July is just around the corner, which means now is an important time to prepare for the safety of your furry friends. Booming and shrieking fireworks can cause pets to become frightened, disoriented, and startled, and many will try to escape.
National Heat Awareness Day: How to protect your pet this summer!
Because of the diverse landscape across our state, we often forget that our beautiful home of western Colorado is actually classified as a desert, as evidenced by our hot, dry summers. If you live here, you know that this region offers incredible recreation like hiking, biking, and other outdoor excursions that just aren’t complete without the company of our canine friends! But before you hit the trail with your dog this summer, keep these tips in mind to keep your companion safe.
May 14 is International Chihuahua Appreciation Day!
Despite being the world’s smallest breed of dog, the Chihuahua isn’t lacking when it comes to personality, companionship, and things to love about them. Here are some fun facts about this tiny breed in honor of International Chihuahua Appreciation Day!
April 30 is National Therapy Animal Day
We all love to cuddle up with our animals when we get home after a long day. Snuggling with an animal can provide comfort, companionship, and many other benefits. In fact, the company of an animal can decrease stress and anxiety levels, lower blood pressure, ease pain...
10 Activities to Help Your Dog Spring into Fitness!
Dogs who are active tend to live longer and happier lives, and with the warmer weather and longer days, it is the perfect time for you and your dog to spring into fitness this Canine Fitness Month! Here are 10 activities to help you kick off a healthier, more active lifestyle with your pup!
Primal Dog: Behaviors Your Dog Still Has From His Ancestors
While dog breeding throughout the millennia altered characteristics such as size, coat patterns, temperament, and ability to communicate with humans, some ancient attributes have remained internalized in our dogs. These traits are known as primal instincts and are healthy for your dog to express as it’s what they know to do in their core, even if they don’t know why.