OCTOBER
National Animal Safety and Protection Month
Adopt a Dog Month – sponsored by the American Humane Association
Adopt a Shelter Dog Month – sponsored by the ASPCA
National Pet Wellness Month – encouraging owners to be aware of their pet’s health and make an appointment with the vet.
Fire Pup Day – Fire pups are fireman’s mascots. They have a special job, traveling to schools and teaching children fire safety.
October 1st – 7th – National Walk Your Dog Week – the exercise is important for your dog and good for you too!
October 4th – World Animal Day
October 6th – 12th – Animal Welfare Week
October 14th – National Pet Obesity Awareness Day
October 9th – 15th – National Vet Technician Week
October 16th – National Feral Cat Day
Late October – National Pit Bull Awareness Day
October 29th – National Cat Day
NOVEMBER
Pet Cancer Awareness Month
Pet Diabetes Month
November 6th – 12th – National Animal Shelter Appreciation Week
November 17th – National Black Cat Day
Last day of the month – Fur-Free Day – Fake fur is in – today’s products look real for those who wish to wear fur.
November 28th – December 4th – Puppy Mill Action Week
DECEMBER
December 2nd –National Mutt Day – Honor your mixed breed, today and every day.
December 15th – Cat Herders Day
