# Dr. Pet Mom

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## Posts

- [Mobile Veterinary Clinics: Pros and Cons 🚚](https://drpetmom.com/2026/02/27/mobile-veterinary-clinics-pros-and-cons-%f0%9f%9a%9a-2/): In 2026 in the United States alone, over 94 million pets are living in their forever homes. Worldwide, over 8.4 million cats and dogs live with their pet families. Pets need veterinary care and mobile veterinary clinics are stepping up to fill the gap. Mobile clinics give veterinarians the benefit of running a business. And … Continue reading ""
- [Pet Parent Puzzle: Indoor Or Outdoor Cats? 🤔](https://drpetmom.com/2026/02/19/pet-parent-puzzle-indoor-or-outdoor-cats-%f0%9f%a4%94/): Many of you know that I am a volunteer coordinator for a local cat rescue group. I am the first pair of eyes to review and evaluate the adoption application. One of our biggest concerns is if the potential adopter plans to keep the kitty indoor or outdoor.
- [February Pet Awareness Days 🗓️](https://drpetmom.com/2026/02/13/february-pet-awareness-days-%f0%9f%97%93%ef%b8%8f/): February is a month right in the heart of winter. This month we’re celebrating how to train your dog, dental health for pets, and responsible pet ownership. The biggest highlight of the month is usually the Westminster Kennel Club Annual Dog Show. In 2026, the 150th Annual Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show happened on February … Continue reading ""
- [Pet Diseases: How You Can Keep Your Pet Healthy 😷](https://drpetmom.com/2026/02/05/pet-diseases-how-you-can-keep-your-pet-healthy-%f0%9f%98%b7/): We’re in the middle of the winter and the flu season. Flu is preventable if we avoid contact with sick people, avoid touching our mouth, nose and eyes, and wash our hands with soap and water. As a pet parent, you can also prevent disease in your family pet. Pet diabetes, dental disease, and obesity … Continue reading ""
- [Does Your Fire Department Have Pet Oxygen Masks? 🚒](https://drpetmom.com/2026/02/05/does-your-fire-department-have-pet-oxygen-masks-%f0%9f%9a%92/): Animals lovers everywhere can help their furry friends and help firefighters save lives. For less than $100, your local fire department can save pet lives with pet oxygen masks. You may have seen firefighters save a pet using CPR and administering oxygen. The masks are made for people, and are not ideal for pets.
- [Delightful Pet Menagerie Newsletter - January Edition 🗞️](https://drpetmom.com/2026/01/31/delightful-pet-menagerie-newsletter-january-edition-%f0%9f%97%9e%ef%b8%8f-2/): Greetings and Happy New Year! Welcome to the January edition of Dr. Pet Mom’s Delightful Pet Menagerie (DPM) NewsletterPet. A new year is a great time to plan ahead for your pet. Learn all about pet planning for 2026. Enjoy!
- [Senior and Special Needs Pet Tips ♿️](https://drpetmom.com/2026/01/23/senior-and-special-needs-pet-tips-%e2%99%bf%ef%b8%8f/): I stopped to pet some on my favorite doggy friends, Stanley and Grace. Stanley is a tiny special needs Chihuahua and Grace is his seven-year-old Chihuahua sibling. When I see them in town, I always talk to there pet dad – he’s happy when I stop to pet his little pals. Grace and Stanley remind … Continue reading ""
- [Estate Planning: Your Pet Legacy ⚖️](https://drpetmom.com/2026/01/16/estate-planning-your-pet-legacy-%e2%9a%96%ef%b8%8f/): Do you know what will happen to your pet if something happens to you? Do you ever wonder if your pet will outlive you? Do you have a pet trust? Do you have a will? If you’re like most pet parents, these questions are not on your radar. But they should be… Why? Because over … Continue reading ""
- [January Pet Awareness Days 🗓️](https://drpetmom.com/2026/01/08/january-pet-awareness-days-%f0%9f%97%93%ef%b8%8f/): Welcome to 2026! January is a time for fresh starts and new beginnings. It’s a month to walk your dog, change a pet’s life and rescue a bird. All month long you can train your pet and celebrate a special anniversary for Seeing Eye Guide Dogs on January 29.
- [Delightful Pet Menagerie Newsletter - December Edition 🗞️](https://drpetmom.com/2025/12/31/delightful-pet-menagerie-newsletter-december-edition-%f0%9f%97%9e%ef%b8%8f/): Greetings! Welcome to the December edition of Dr. Pet Mom’s Delightful Pet Menagerie (DPM) Newsletter. The holiday season is all about family. If your family is starting the new year with a new furry family member, this edition is for you! Learn all about some helpful pet care tips for kids and teens. Enjoy!
- [Holiday Heroes Interviews: Whispering Willows Senior Dog Sanctuary 🐶](https://drpetmom.com/2025/12/26/holiday-heroes-interviews-whispering-willows-senior-dog-sanctuary-%f0%9f%90%b6/): Merry Christmas to all! I’m happy to share a project that has come full circle. And just in time for the holidays! You may recall my Quilting For Rescue Pets blog about my small kennel quilts to fit pet carriers for cats and small dogs. Again this year, I sent quilts to several animal rescue … Continue reading ""
- [Tax Breaks For Pet Parents 💰](https://drpetmom.com/2025/12/12/tax-breaks-for-pet-parents-%f0%9f%92%b0/): In our evolving world of pet adoption and fostering, more people are embracing pet parenting to ease their anxiety. Pets bring love, joy, laughter, and companionship to our lives. But pets also have tax benefits. Yes, the IRS allows tax deductions for specific cases.
- [How To Avoid Buying The Wrong Pet Toy Gifts 🎁](https://drpetmom.com/2025/12/05/how-to-avoid-buying-the-wrong-pet-toy-gifts-%f0%9f%8e%81-2/): The holiday season is in full swing! And there is still time to find the perfect pet toys for your pets. Do you know how to toy shop for your pet? Here’s my holiday pet parent shopping tip: Shop with a pet strategy in mind.
- [Delightful Pet Menagerie Newsletter - November Edition 🗞️](https://drpetmom.com/2025/12/01/delightful-pet-menagerie-newsletter-november-edition-%f0%9f%97%9e%ef%b8%8f-2/): Greetings! Welcome to the November edition of Dr. Pet Mom’s Delightful Pet Menagerie (DPM) Newsletter. I hope you and your families enjoyed a wonderful Thanksgiving holiday! Holidays include travel days for your family and your pets. If you plan to fly with your pet, airline travel tips will come in handy. Let’s talk about traveling … Continue reading ""
- [Celebrating Adopt A Senior Pet Month in November 🥳](https://drpetmom.com/2025/11/20/celebrating-adopt-a-senior-pet-month-in-november-%f0%9f%a5%b3/): The holiday season is a time of celebration. I’m happy to celebrate Adopt A Senior Pet Month in November to help senior pets find their new families. “To create a pet parent community to encourage adoption of rescue and shelter animals. We want to help pets find their forever homes.” My mission statement keeps me … Continue reading ""
- [Autumn Pet Safety Tips 🎃](https://drpetmom.com/2025/11/14/autumn-pet-safety-tips-%f0%9f%8e%83/): Fall is in the air! Schools are opening and families are getting ready for the holiday season. Fall is a wonderful time of year, but pet parents should be aware of the hidden hazards that come with cooler weather.
- [Pet Parenting Basics: Don't Hurt Your Doggy 🐶](https://drpetmom.com/2025/11/06/pet-parenting-basics-dont-hurt-your-doggy-%f0%9f%90%b6-2/): Pet parenting might seem like a no brainer. We love our pets. We want to keep them safe, happy and give them a good quality of life. But do you know the basics of pet parenting? Do you know the most common pet parenting mistakes? Are you hurting your doggy by teasing, punishing and leaving … Continue reading ""
- [Delightful Pet Menagerie Newsletter - October Edition 🗞️](https://drpetmom.com/2025/10/31/delightful-pet-menagerie-newsletter-october-edition-%f0%9f%97%9e%ef%b8%8f/): Greetings! Welcome to the October edition of Dr. Pet Mom’s Delightful Pet Menagerie (DPM) Newsletter. Throughout the year, you can find lots of days, weeks and months to celebrate animals. This edition highlights some of my fave national animal days in October. Enjoy!
- [Cure College Campus Blues: Try Therapy Dogs 🐶](https://drpetmom.com/2025/10/24/cure-college-campus-blues-try-therapy-dogs-%f0%9f%90%b6/): School can be fun, but stress is a way of life for most college and university students. Long days of classes and studying can challenge your well being. But time spent with a furry friend can turn a frown upside down. And smiles and joy will do wonders for our mental health!
- [Holiday Fun: Doggy Campgrounds 🏕️](https://drpetmom.com/2025/10/17/holiday-fun-doggy-campgrounds-%f0%9f%8f%95%ef%b8%8f/): Dogs love the great outdoors! Pet parents and their furry pets can now enjoy the outdoors safely together. Try a doggy campground designed for canines and their human caregivers. You won’t find a description of a doggy campground in Wikipedia, but these safe doggy spaces are popping up around the country.
- [Halloween Pet Safety 🎃](https://drpetmom.com/2025/10/09/halloween-pet-safety-%f0%9f%8e%83/): Halloween can be a fun time of the year! Pet parents love to dress up their furry friends in costumes of all kinds. Your pets may want to wear outfits, but pet parents should be aware of some Halloween hazards…
- [October Pet Awareness Days 🗓️](https://drpetmom.com/2025/10/03/october-pet-awareness-days-%f0%9f%97%93%ef%b8%8f/): October feels like the start of the holiday season. The cool weather reminds us that fall is here. It’s not quite Autumn, the start of the seasonal change from summer to winter. October is also a great month for celebrating family pets and animals everywhere!
- [Delightful Pet Menagerie Newsletter - September Edition 🗞️](https://drpetmom.com/2025/09/30/delightful-pet-menagerie-newsletter-september-edition-%f0%9f%97%9e%ef%b8%8f/): Greetings! Welcome to the September edition of Dr. Pet Mom’s Delightful Pet Menagerie (DPM) Newsletter. This month, I’m reminded about why I created this blog: to encourage people to adopt rescue and shelter animals. My kitty Oscar who passed away last year, was adopted from a rescue. My latest family member, Mingus, was a feral … Continue reading ""
- [Planning Ahead: Your Pet Emergency Plan ⚠️](https://drpetmom.com/2025/09/25/planning-ahead-your-pet-emergency-plan-%e2%9a%a0%ef%b8%8f/): September is National Preparedness Month. And June 1 through November 30 is the Atlantic hurricane season. We are keenly aware of the power of hurricanes like Hurricane Dorian this year, and Hurricanes Florence and Michael in 2018. The damage from hurricanes is life threatening and devastating, for pet parents and their pets. One way you … Continue reading ""
- [Mobile Veterinary Clinics: Pros and Cons 🚚](https://drpetmom.com/2025/09/19/mobile-veterinary-clinics-pros-and-cons-%f0%9f%9a%9a/): In 2023 in the United States alone, over 393.3 million pets are living in their forever homes. Worldwide, over 1.1 billion pets live with their pet families. Pets need veterinary care and mobile veterinary clinics are stepping up to fill the gap. Mobile clinics give veterinarians the benefit of running a business. And pet parents … Continue reading ""
- [September Pet Awareness Days 🗓️](https://drpetmom.com/2025/09/05/september-pet-awareness-days-%f0%9f%97%93%ef%b8%8f/): September is a good month for cooler weather and promoting animal awareness events. September awareness events encourage pet adoptions for less-popular animals. Supporters can use creative social media to help special needs pets gain attention. The month ends with a day to remember homeless animals around the world.
- [Delightful Pet Menagerie Newsletter - August Edition 🗞️](https://drpetmom.com/2025/08/30/delightful-pet-menagerie-newsletter-august-edition-%f0%9f%97%9e%ef%b8%8f/): Greetings! Welcome to the August edition of Dr. Pet Mom’s Delightful Pet Menagerie (DPM) Newsletter. In the lead up to the fall season, let’s close out the month on a high note for our pets. This edition celebrates National Holistic Pet Day on August 30. Enjoy!
- [Affordable Vet Care: An Affordable Alternative 😷](https://drpetmom.com/2025/08/22/affordable-vet-care-an-affordable-alternative-%f0%9f%98%b7/): Veterinary care is expensive for any pet. Many pet parents have trouble paying for vet care, especially emergency vet care for their pets. Is pet insurance the answer? Are there other options to pay for costly veterinary bills?
- [Treating Dog Depression and Anxiety 🐶](https://drpetmom.com/2025/08/21/treating-dog-depression-and-anxiety-%f0%9f%90%b6/): What is a health condition common to dogs and humans? Mental illness. Depression, loss of appetite, anxiety, withdrawal, self-injury, and changes in behavior are symptoms of mental illness. Anxiety and depression go hand in hand. Loss of a family member, a new baby, moving to a new home, boredom, or spending too much time alone … Continue reading ""
- [10 Cat Parenting Tips: Quality of Life 🐱](https://drpetmom.com/2025/08/14/10-cat-parenting-tips-quality-of-life-%f0%9f%90%b1/): Cats like their alone time. And they like to be social. Cats don’t like to be bored. Let’s face it, people still think cats are mysterious, aloof and not affectionate. People also think living with a cat is easier than living with a dog… But cat pet parents know differently. Your cat will let you … Continue reading ""
- [August Pet Awareness Days 🗓️](https://drpetmom.com/2025/08/08/august-pet-awareness-days-%f0%9f%97%93%ef%b8%8f/): August is a big month for cats and dogs everywhere. Assistance Dog Week, International Cat Day and National Dog Day are some examples. Celebrate and enjoy some special days with your cat and dog friends!
- [Delightful Pet Menagerie Newsletter - July Edition 🗞️](https://drpetmom.com/2025/08/03/delightful-pet-menagerie-newsletter-july-edition-%f0%9f%97%9e%ef%b8%8f/): Greetings! Welcome to the July edition of Dr. Pet Mom’s Delightful Pet Menagerie (DPM) Newsletter. The second week in July is National Farriers Week. This edition celebrates those special folks who take care of our pet horses. Farriers are the podiatrists of the horse world. Enjoy!
- [PAWS Act (Puppies Assisting Wounded Servicemembers): Help for America's Veterans 🎖️](https://drpetmom.com/2025/07/24/paws-act-puppies-assisting-wounded-servicemembers-help-for-americas-veterans-%f0%9f%8e%96%ef%b8%8f/): America’s veterans deserve all the best services we can give them. Many veterans served in Operation Iraqi Freedom, the Gulf War or the Vietnam War. But between 11% and 30% veterans (more women than men) suffer from post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD).
- [Microchipping Can Save Your Pet's Life 💻](https://drpetmom.com/2025/07/18/microchipping-can-save-your-pets-life-6/): July is National Lost Pet Prevention Month. This week’s blog is a re-post tidbit to microchip your pet to keep them safe. My daily walks take me through a maze of different neighborhoods, including mansions, low-income and middle income homes. But I noticed some strange things in my neighborhood: An uptick in posters of missing … Continue reading ""
- [July is Lost Pet Prevention Month 🔍](https://drpetmom.com/2025/07/10/july-is-lost-pet-prevention-month-6/): July is in full swing. Pets and pet parents are spending more time outside. This month is about keeping a pet first aid kit for home and travel. July is also Lost Pet Prevention Month. You’re a good pet parent and try to keep your pet safe and away from danger. But sometimes a cat … Continue reading ""
- [Delightful Pet Menagerie Newsletter - June Edition 🗞️](https://drpetmom.com/2025/07/01/delightful-pet-menagerie-newsletter-june-edition-3/): Greetings! Welcome to the June edition of Dr. Pet Mom’s Delightful Pet Menagerie (DPM) Newsletter. You might remember that my wonderful boy Oscar passed away last Fall. To fill the hole in our hearts, we brought a feral cat into our lives. He arrived with a different set of challenges: little socialization, food anxiety, trust … Continue reading ""
- [Ten Years Later: My Passion For Animals and My PhD 👩🏾‍🎓](https://drpetmom.com/2025/06/27/ten-years-later-my-passion-for-animals-and-my-phd/): 2023 was the year I tossed out my plethora of research materials saved for my dissertation. I was required to retain records from research papers, interview tapes, spreadsheets, questionnaire result, case studies, handouts, and scholarly journals until five years after my published dissertation. Ten years last month, I finished my PhD. Tossing out old documents … Continue reading ""
- [How to Recognize and Treat Pet Anxiety 🐶 🐱](https://drpetmom.com/2025/06/19/how-to-recognize-and-treat-pet-anxiety-3/): Separation anxiety is a growing worry for pet parents returning to the workplace. Many rescue pets adopted during the 2020 lock down, came from unknown pedigrees. But some breeds are more prone to separation anxiety. Breeds like the Alaskan Klee Kai, German Shepherds, Labrador Retrievers, Border Collies, Vizslas and Cocker Spaniels are just a few. … Continue reading ""
- [Top 10 Pet Safety Tips for July 4th 🎆](https://drpetmom.com/2025/06/13/top-10-pet-safety-tips-for-july-4th-7/): Summertime is a scary time for many pets. The summer season is the start of thunderstorms in June and fireworks in July. Dogs, cats, horses, cows and other farm animals are often terrified by loud noises, flashing lights, and vibrations in the ground. This week’s blog is a reminder to keep your pets safe and … Continue reading ""
- [June Pet Awareness Days 🗓️](https://drpetmom.com/2025/06/06/june-pet-awareness-days-5/): June is here and summer is in the air! Any reason is a good reason to celebrate the gift of love from your pet! Embrace their unbridled love to warm your heart!
- [Delightful Pet Menagerie Newsletter - May Edition 🗞️](https://drpetmom.com/2025/06/01/delightful-pet-menagerie-newsletter-may-edition-3/): Greetings! Welcome to the May edition of Dr. Pet Mom’s Delightful Pet Menagerie (DPM) Newsletter. Warmer weather feels like a great time for the best traveling tidbits for your pet. Enjoy!
- [Silly, Catnaps and Wonder: What We Learn From Our Pets 🃏](https://drpetmom.com/2025/05/30/silly-catnaps-and-wonder-what-we-learn-from-our-pets-5/): Pet parents and animal lovers already know how much pets help our well being. As we continue to spend time indoors with our furry friends, we are reminded of other ways that our pets make us better people. We could all use more help from our furry friends!
- [Memorial Day: Remember Our Military Service Dogs 🎖️](https://drpetmom.com/2025/05/23/memorial-day-remember-our-military-service-dogs-5/): Memorial Day is a day to remember and honor the men and women who died while serving in the U.S. military. Dr. Pet Mom asks that we also remember our military service dogs.
- [Long Overdue: Emergency Care For K-9 Officers (Police Dogs) 🚔](https://drpetmom.com/2025/05/16/long-overdue-emergency-care-for-k-9-officers-police-dogs-4/): Did you know that in many states, it’s against the law to give oxygen to a dog rescued in a house fire? Many fire fighters save them anyway. These kinds of outdated laws are changing and police dogs or K-9 officers are getting the emergency care they deserve.
- [May Pet Awareness Days 🗓️](https://drpetmom.com/2025/05/09/may-pet-awareness-days-6/): May is a wonderful month to celebrate our loving pets! And the month of May is National Pet Month. Take time to meet new animals and their pet people and post your best pet photos on social media. Best of all, keep spoiling your pets all month! Happy National Pet Month and enjoy a summary … Continue reading ""
- [Delightful Pet Menagerie Newsletter - April Edition 🗞️](https://drpetmom.com/2025/05/01/delightful-pet-menagerie-newsletter-april-edition-3/): Greetings! Welcome to the April edition of Dr. Pet Mom’s Delightful Pet Menagerie (DPM) Newsletter. Spring time is here! Feels like a good time to revisit and read all about your pet parenting tidbits for 2025. Enjoy!
- [Why I Volunteer for Cats in Need 😿](https://drpetmom.com/2025/04/24/why-i-volunteer-for-cats-in-need-3/): This week, I leaped back into the world of volunteering. I’m working with a local animal rescue group, Bay State Animal Cooperative (BSAC) in the greater Boston area. Springtime is their busy kitten season. Kittens are in demand right now, and BSAC needs some extra hands to help process adoption applications. I volunteered for a … Continue reading ""
- [Prevent Animal Cruelty and Keep Pets Safe at Easter 🐰 🥚](https://drpetmom.com/2025/04/18/prevent-animal-cruelty-and-keep-pets-safe-at-easter-5/): April is a good time to celebrate our pet friends. Spring is finally here! If you’ve been indoors too long, it’s time to get outside. Enjoy a long walk with your favorite pet and shake off the winter doldrums. The American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (ASPCA) offers a few ideas to … Continue reading ""
- [National Therapy Animal Day: Interview with Denise Cochran of North Star Therapy Animals 🐶](https://drpetmom.com/2025/04/11/national-therapy-animal-day-interview-with-denise-cochran-of-north-star-therapy-animals-2/): April 30 is National Therapy Animal Day, a day to recognize the amazing work of therapy animals. And promote public education about the role of therapy animals in the well-being of humans and other animals. We also honor the thousands of compassionate handlers who volunteer their time. Together, these dedicated teams bring sunshine into the … Continue reading ""
- [April Pet Awareness Days 🗓️](https://drpetmom.com/2025/04/04/april-pet-awareness-days-5/): Many things are on our minds these days including family, surviving and thriving. Pets are important family members. And this month, we celebrate pet first aid and therapy animals.
- [Delightful Pet Menagerie Newsletter - March Edition 🗞️](https://drpetmom.com/2025/03/28/delightful-pet-menagerie-newsletter-march-edition-3/): Greetings! Welcome to the March edition of Dr. Pet Mom’s Delightful Pet Menagerie (DPM) Newsletter. Here’s a repost about some of my fave people in celebration of Women’s History Month. Read all about 12 wonderful women dedicated to saving animals. Enjoy!
- [Celebrating Wangari Maathai Day 🥳](https://drpetmom.com/2025/03/21/celebrating-wangari-maathai-day-%f0%9f%a5%b3/): March is Women’s History Month. In celebration of women everywhere, we celebrate Wangari Maathai Day on March 3. Re-posing my blog about one my heroines, Wangari Maathai. It’s the little things citizens do. That’s what will make the difference. My little thing is planting trees. ~~ Wangari Maathai
- [Honoring Our Brave K-9 Veterans on March 13 🎖️ 🇺🇸](https://drpetmom.com/2025/03/13/honoring-our-brave-k-9-veterans-on-march-13-%f0%9f%8e%96%ef%b8%8f-%f0%9f%87%ba%f0%9f%87%b8/): We have many reasons to celebrate everything our doggy friends do for us. March 13 is a day set aside to honor the service and sacrifices of American military and working dogs throughout history. March 13 is National K-9 Veterans Day in honor of military service and working dogs in the United States military.
- [March Pet Awareness Days 🗓️](https://drpetmom.com/2025/03/06/march-pet-awareness-days-%f0%9f%97%93%ef%b8%8f/): March is here and spring is in the air! We’re moving into Daylight Saving Time, looking forward to longer sunny days, and spending time with our furry family members outside. All month long learn how to keep your pets safe from poison around the house, and celebrate a very special day, K-9 Veterans Day on … Continue reading ""
- [Delightful Pet Menagerie Newsletter - February Edition 🗞️](https://drpetmom.com/2025/02/28/delightful-pet-menagerie-newsletter-february-edition-3/): Greetings! Welcome to the February edition of Dr. Pet Mom’s Delightful Pet Menagerie (DPM) Newsletter. Something different this month – let’s talk about 50 fun facts about animals. Enjoy!
- [Pet Parent Puzzle: Indoor Or Outdoor Cats? 🤔](https://drpetmom.com/2025/02/21/pet-parent-puzzle-indoor-or-outdoor-cats-2/): Many of you know that I am a volunteer coordinator for a local cat rescue group. I am the first pair of eyes to review and evaluate the adoption application. One of our biggest concerns is if the potential adopter plans to keep the kitty indoor or outdoor.
- [Pet Diseases: How You Can Keep Your Pet Healthy 😷](https://drpetmom.com/2025/02/13/pet-diseases-how-you-can-keep-your-pet-healthy-3/): We’re in the middle of the winter and the flu season. Flu is preventable if we avoid contact with sick people, avoid touching our mouth, nose and eyes, and wash our hands with soap and water. As a pet parent, you can also prevent disease in your family pet. Pet diabetes, dental disease, and obesity … Continue reading ""
- [Delightful Pet Menagerie Newsletter - January Edition 🗞️](https://drpetmom.com/2025/02/11/delightful-pet-menagerie-newsletter-january-edition-2/): Greetings! Welcome to the January edition of Dr. Pet Mom’s Delightful Pet Menagerie (DPM) Newsletter. January is a time for a fresh start. Let’s kick off the year with some of my fave monthly pet days to celebrate in 2025. Enjoy!
- [When Kitty Stops Using the Litter Box 🐱](https://drpetmom.com/2025/01/24/when-kitty-stops-using-the-litter-box-5/): As any cat parent knows, cats can be stubborn. Cats generally have five types of personalities. Cats can be dominant and take over resources like toys or food. They can also be insecure, shy or skittish. Other cats are social butterflies and easy going. Some cats are spontaneous and respond differently in any situation. Finally, … Continue reading ""
- [Senior and Special Needs Pet Tips ♿️](https://drpetmom.com/2025/01/16/senior-and-special-needs-pet-tips-8/): I stopped to pet some on my favorite doggy friends, Stanley and Grace. Stanley is a tiny special needs Chihuahua and Grace is his seven-year-old Chihuahua sibling. When I see them in town, I always talk to there pet dad – he’s happy when I stop to pet his little pals. Grace and Stanley remind … Continue reading ""
- [January Pet Awareness Days 🗓️](https://drpetmom.com/2025/01/09/january-pet-awareness-days-5/): Welcome to 2025! January is a time for fresh starts and new beginnings. It’s a month to walk your dog, change a pet’s life and rescue a bird. All month long you can train your pet and celebrate a special anniversary for Seeing Eye Guide Dogs on January 29.
- [Delightful Pet Menagerie Newsletter - December Edition 🗞️](https://drpetmom.com/2025/01/05/delightful-pet-menagerie-newsletter-december-edition-3/): Greetings! Welcome to the December edition of Dr. Pet Mom’s Delightful Pet Menagerie (DPM) Newsletter. December is all about winter and the holiday season. If you’re a pet parent for a variety of animals, this very special edition is for you. Let’s close out the year talking about bipetual pet parents. Enjoy!
- [Collage of Pet Parenting Tips for 2024 🔧](https://drpetmom.com/2024/12/27/collage-of-pet-parenting-tips-for-2024/): Another year is winding down. The new year is on the horizon. I’m looking forward to a brighter and peaceful future for the planet! And it’s time to publish my favorite pet parenting tips for 2024!
- [Holiday Heroes Interviews: Whispering Willows Senior Dog Sanctuary 🐶](https://drpetmom.com/2024/12/20/holiday-heroes-interviews-whispering-willows-senior-dog-sanctuary-3/): Merry Christmas to all! I’m happy to share a project that has come full circle. And just in time for the holidays! You may recall my Quilting For Rescue Pets blog about my small kennel quilts to fit pet carriers for cats and small dogs. Again this year, I sent quilts to several animal rescue … Continue reading ""
- [Tax Breaks For Pet Parents 💰](https://drpetmom.com/2024/12/13/tax-breaks-for-pet-parents-5/): In our evolving world of pet adoption and fostering, more people are embracing pet parenting to ease their anxiety. Pets bring love, joy, laughter, and companionship to our lives. But pets also have tax benefits. Yes, the IRS allows tax deductions for specific cases.
- [Delightful Pet Menagerie Newsletter - November Edition 🗞️](https://drpetmom.com/2024/12/02/delightful-pet-menagerie-newsletter-november-edition-%f0%9f%97%9e%ef%b8%8f/): Greetings! Welcome to the November edition of Dr. Pet Mom’s Delightful Pet Menagerie (DPM) Newsletter. This month is all about emotional support or comfort animals, therapy animals, and service animals. Read all about what makes these animals special. Enjoy!
- [PAWS Act (Puppies Assisting Wounded Servicemembers): Help for America's Veterans 🎖️](https://drpetmom.com/2024/11/21/paws-act-puppies-assisting-wounded-servicemembers-help-for-americas-veterans-5/): America’s veterans deserve all the best services we can give them. Many veterans served in Operation Iraqi Freedom, the Gulf War or the Vietnam War. But between 11% and 30% veterans (more women than men) suffer from post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD).
- [Pets For Life in Pet Service Deserts 🐱 🐶 🐇 🦜](https://drpetmom.com/2024/11/14/pets-for-life-in-pet-service-deserts-4/): Have you ever heard of a pet service desert? It’s a community where services for pets are not available or affordable. Families in pet service deserts live in low-income areas. But the Humane Society of the US (HSUS) Pets For Life (PFL) program is working to close the gap in pet wellness services. Throughout the … Continue reading ""
- [November Pet Awareness Days 🗓️](https://drpetmom.com/2024/11/08/november-pet-awareness-days-4/): The month of November is the middle of the holiday season. It’s a month to honor our military veterans, give thanks, and promote animal awareness events. November animal events celebrate shelter animals, senior pets, and pet awareness.
- [Delightful Pet Menagerie Newsletter - October Edition 🗞️](https://drpetmom.com/2024/11/02/delightful-pet-menagerie-newsletter-october-edition-3/): Greetings! Welcome to the October edition of Dr. Pet Mom’s Delightful Pet Menagerie (DPM) Newsletter. Fall is my favorite season of the year. This month, let’s talk about pet insurance and pet wellness plans. Enjoy!
- [Cure College Campus Blues: Try Therapy Dogs 🐶](https://drpetmom.com/2024/10/25/cure-college-campus-blues-try-therapy-dogs-4/): School can be fun, but stress is a way of life for most college and university students. Long days of classes and studying can challenge your well being. But time spent with a furry friend can turn a frown upside down. And smiles and joy will do wonders for our mental health!
- [Holiday Fun: Doggy Campgrounds 🏕️](https://drpetmom.com/2024/10/18/holiday-fun-doggy-campgrounds-4/): Dogs love the great outdoors! Pet parents and their furry pets can now enjoy the outdoors safely together. Try a doggy campground designed for canines and their human caregivers. You won’t find a description of a doggy campground in Wikipedia, but these safe doggy spaces are popping up around the country.
- [Halloween Pet Safety 🎃](https://drpetmom.com/2024/10/11/halloween-pet-safety-5/): Halloween can be a fun time of the year! Pet parents love to dress up their furry friends in costumes of all kinds. Your pets may want to wear outfits, but pet parents should be aware of some Halloween hazards…
- [October Pet Awareness Days 🗓️](https://drpetmom.com/2024/10/04/october-pet-awareness-days-4/): October feels like the start of the holiday season. The cool weather reminds us that fall is here. It’s not quite Autumn, the start of the seasonal change from summer to winter. October is also a great month for celebrating family pets and animals everywhere!
- [Delightful Pet Menagerie Newsletter - September Edition 🗞️](https://drpetmom.com/2024/09/30/delightful-pet-menagerie-newsletter-september-edition-3/): Greetings! Welcome to the very special September edition of Dr. Pet Mom’s Delightful Pet Menagerie (DPM) Newsletter. This month, my lovely boy, Oscar, passed away. Yes, my heart is breaking but his memories always make me smile. Please enjoy my memories of Oscar’s joyful life!
- [Interview: Pup N' Iron Canine Fitness Owner, Laurie Williams 🐶](https://drpetmom.com/2024/09/27/interview-pup-n-iron-canine-fitness-owner-laurie-williams-3/): This year, 2024 marks the 76th anniversary of National Dog Week. From September 24 through September 30, we celebrate the wonderful relationships between dogs and their humans! Many of you know about my ‘bipetual’ nature – I love cats and dogs!! Oscar, my adopted rescue cat, is my best friend. And I keep a warm … Continue reading ""
- [Mobile Veterinary Clinics: Pros and Cons 🚚](https://drpetmom.com/2024/09/20/mobile-veterinary-clinics-pros-and-cons-4/): In 2023 in the United States alone, over 393.3 million pets are living in their forever homes. Worldwide, over 1.1 billion pets live with their pet families. Pets need veterinary care and mobile veterinary clinics are stepping up to fill the gap. Mobile clinics give veterinarians the benefit of running a business. And pet parents … Continue reading ""
- [September Pet Awareness Days 🗓️](https://drpetmom.com/2024/09/13/september-pet-awareness-days-6/): September is a good month for cooler weather and promoting animal awareness events. September awareness events encourage pet adoptions for less-popular animals. Supporters can use creative social media to help special needs pets gain attention. The month ends with a day to remember homeless animals around the world.
- [Remembering 9/11 Rescue Dogs 🇺🇸](https://drpetmom.com/2024/09/11/remembering-9-11-rescue-dogs-%f0%9f%87%ba%f0%9f%87%b8/): I was wondering how our pet blog should remember 9/11 then I remembered all the valiant service dogs that lent a helping hand. All these doggies are now in heaven with God watching over us. We will never forget the hero dogs of 9/11. We thank you…
- [Delightful Pet Menagerie Newsletter - August Edition 🗞️](https://drpetmom.com/2024/08/31/delightful-pet-menagerie-newsletter-august-edition-3/): Greetings! Welcome to the August edition of Dr. Pet Mom’s Delightful Pet Menagerie (DPM) Newsletter. Summer is near an end and cooler days are ahead. Fall is one of my favorite seasons. This edition offers a collage of pet parenting tips for the Fall season. Please enjoy these helpful tips for your pet!
- [10 Cat Parenting Tips: Quality of Life 🐱](https://drpetmom.com/2024/08/23/10-cat-parenting-tips-quality-of-life-5/): Cats like their alone time. And they like to be social. Cats don’t like to be bored. Let’s face it, people still think cats are mysterious, aloof and not affectionate. People also think living with a cat is easier than living with a dog… But cat pet parents know differently. Your cat will let you … Continue reading ""
- [Pet Adoptions: Kittens, Special Needs and Senior Cats Too! 🐱](https://drpetmom.com/2024/08/16/pet-adoptions-kittens-special-needs-and-senior-cats-too-4/): The month of August seems to be a peak season for kittens. Weather permitting, kitten season can run from spring into winter. I volunteer for a local animal rescue, Bay State Animal Cooperative (BSAC). Since late July, I’ve processed adoption applications mostly for kittens. But I’m excited to share that more people are also looking … Continue reading ""
- [Affordable Vet Care: An Affordable Alternative 😷](https://drpetmom.com/2024/08/09/affordable-vet-care-an-affordable-alternative-3/): Veterinary care is expensive for any pet. Many pet parents have trouble paying for vet care, especially emergency vet care for their pets. Is pet insurance the answer? Are there other options to pay for costly veterinary bills?
- [Delightful Pet Menagerie Newsletter - July Edition 🗞️](https://drpetmom.com/2024/08/05/delightful-pet-menagerie-newsletter-july-edition-3/): Greetings! Welcome to the July edition of Dr. Pet Mom’s Delightful Pet Menagerie (DPM) Newsletter. This month I want to share my interviews with some of my fave animal rescue groups. Please enjoy and celebrate their stories!
- [August Pet Awareness Days 🗓️](https://drpetmom.com/2024/08/02/august-pet-awareness-days-3/): August is a big month for cats and dogs everywhere. Assistance Dog Week, International Cat Day and National Dog Day are some examples. Celebrate and enjoy some special days with your cat and dog friends!
- [Summer Dangers for Cats: Heatstroke and Bug Bites 🌞](https://drpetmom.com/2024/07/19/summer-dangers-for-cats-heatstroke-and-bug-bites-6/): Summer is outdoor time for people and pets. Cats might get excited about summer. Unsure if indoor cats really feel the need to wander outdoors in the good weather (or if that’s what their pet parents think they feel.) Either way, if you let your kitties out for some fun in the sun, be aware … Continue reading ""
- [July is Lost Pet Prevention Month 🔍](https://drpetmom.com/2024/07/05/july-is-lost-pet-prevention-month-5/): July is in full swing. Pets and pet parents are spending more time outside. This month is about keeping a pet first aid kit for home and travel. July is also Lost Pet Prevention Month. You’re a good pet parent and try to keep your pet safe and away from danger. But sometimes a cat … Continue reading ""
- [Delightful Pet Menagerie Newsletter - June Edition 🗞️](https://drpetmom.com/2024/07/01/delightful-pet-menagerie-newsletter-june-edition-2/): Greetings! Welcome to the June edition of Dr. Pet Mom’s Delightful Pet Menagerie (DPM) Newsletter. Summer is the time for pets and their pet families to be outdoors. Summer is also the start of the hurricane season from June 1 to November 30. This edition is about Pet Preparedness Month in June. Learn how to … Continue reading ""
- [Top 10 Pet Safety Tips for July 4th 🎆](https://drpetmom.com/2024/06/28/top-10-pet-safety-tips-for-july-4th-6/): Summertime is a scary time for many pets. The summer season is the start of thunderstorms in June and fireworks in July. Dogs, cats, horses, cows and other farm animals are often terrified by loud noises, flashing lights, and vibrations in the ground. This week’s blog is a reminder to keep your pets safe and … Continue reading ""
- [June 21, 2024: Take Your Dog To Work Day 🐶 💻](https://drpetmom.com/2024/06/20/june-21-2024-take-your-dog-to-work-day/): Pet Sitters International (PSI) started Take Your Dog to Work Day in 1999. Now in 2024, Take Your Dog to Work Day (TYDTWD) is celebrating 25 years. The goal is to raise funds and awareness to support animal rescue and shelter dog adoptions. TYDTWD celebrates the “joys of pets in the workplace for one day … Continue reading ""
- [Summer Dangers for Cats: Heatstroke and Bug Bites 🌞](https://drpetmom.com/2024/06/14/summer-dangers-for-cats-heatstroke-and-bug-bites-5/): Summer is outdoor time for people and pets. Cats might get excited about summer. Unsure if indoor cats really feel the need to wander outdoors in the good weather (or if that’s what their pet parents think they feel.) Either way, if you let your kitties out for some fun in the sun, be aware … Continue reading ""
- [June Pet Awareness Days 🗓️](https://drpetmom.com/2024/06/07/june-pet-awareness-days-4/): June is here and summer is in the air! Any reason is a good reason to celebrate the gift of love from your pet! Embrace their unbridled love to warm your heart!
- [Delightful Pet Menagerie Newsletter - May Edition 🗞️](https://drpetmom.com/2024/06/01/delightful-pet-menagerie-newsletter-may-edition-2/): Greetings! Welcome to the May edition of Dr. Pet Mom’s Delightful Pet Menagerie (DPM) Newsletter. This month, I’m sharing a different story about animals. I have lots of ideas for DPM – one of my dreams is to create an animal sanctuary. Time to think about the process and I’m excited to begin the journey. … Continue reading ""
- [Memorial Day: Remember Our Military Service Dogs 🎖️](https://drpetmom.com/2024/05/24/memorial-day-remember-our-military-service-dogs-4/): Memorial Day is a day to remember and honor the men and women who died while serving in the U.S. military. Dr. Pet Mom asks that we also remember our military service dogs.
- [Long Overdue: Emergency Care For K-9 Officers (Police Dogs) 🚔](https://drpetmom.com/2024/05/17/long-overdue-emergency-care-for-k-9-officers-police-dogs-3/): Did you know that in many states, it’s against the law to give oxygen to a dog rescued in a house fire? Many fire fighters save them anyway. These kinds of outdated laws are changing and police dogs or K-9 officers are getting the emergency care they deserve.
- [Silly, Catnaps and Wonder: What We Learn From Our Pets 🃏](https://drpetmom.com/2024/05/10/silly-catnaps-and-wonder-what-we-learn-from-our-pets-4/): Pet parents and animal lovers already know how much pets help our well being. As we continue to spend time indoors with our furry friends, we are reminded of other ways that our pets make us better people. We could all use more help from our furry friends!
- [May Pet Awareness Days 🗓️](https://drpetmom.com/2024/05/03/may-pet-awareness-days-5/): May is a wonderful month to celebrate our loving pets! And the month of May is National Pet Month. Take time to meet new animals and their pet people and post your best pet photos on social media. Best of all, keep spoiling your pets all month! Happy National Pet Month and enjoy a summary … Continue reading ""
- [Delightful Pet Menagerie Newsletter - April Edition 🗞️](https://drpetmom.com/2024/04/30/delightful-pet-menagerie-newsletter-april-edition-2/): Greetings! Welcome to the April edition of Dr. Pet Mom’s Delightful Pet Menagerie (DPM) Newsletter. We’re in the middle of the spring season, and it’s a great time to celebrate our pets. Be Kind To Animals Month starts in May. Enjoy, celebrate and be kind to animals everywhere!
- [Celebrate "Tree Lady of Africa" on National Arbor Day 🥳](https://drpetmom.com/2024/04/26/celebrate-tree-lady-of-africa-on-national-arbor-day-4/): April 30 is National Arbor Day, a celebration of trees and promoting tree planting and care. I’m re-posting my 2019 blog about Dr. Wangari Maathai, the “tree lady of Africa” and Founder of the Green Belt Movement.
- [National Therapy Animal Day: Interview with Denise Cochran of North Star Therapy Animals 🐶](https://drpetmom.com/2024/04/19/national-therapy-animal-day-interview-with-denise-cochran-of-north-star-therapy-animals/): April 30 is National Therapy Animal Day, a day to recognize the amazing work of therapy animals. And promote public education about the role of therapy animals in the well-being of humans and other animals. We also honor the thousands of compassionate handlers who volunteer their time. Together, these dedicated teams bring sunshine into the … Continue reading ""

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