National Grief Awareness Day Feelings and emotions are part of life; they’re what makes us human and unites us in ways that nothing else in this world can. They say no man is an island, and it’s true. We’re hardwired to form bonds with others whether we like it or not—it doesn’t even have to be with another human. We become attached to our pets, our jobs, or our hobbies. We outwardly express all sorts of emotions because of these connections—from happiness and excitement to anger and frustration. However, one emotion, in particular, is usually hidden under a façade rather […] Read more »
National Dog Day National Dog Day is a yearly celebration dedicated to amazing canines across the nation. Founded by Pet & Family Lifestyle Expert and Animal Advocate, Colleen Paige, National Dog Day is observed every 26th of August and is meant to acknowledge the importance of man’s best friend and raise awareness about the reality dogs everywhere are experiencing behind closed doors. This National Dog Day, let’s all work together to stop breed banning, animal abuse, and the buying of dogs from unreputable pet stores supplied by puppy mills or backyard breeders. Lots of wonderful dogs are stuck in shelters, […] Read more »
Giraffe Facts Giraffes are native to Africa, but each subspecies inhabits a different area where exist diverse types of vegetation. While giraffes used to roam most of the continent, now all subspecies dwell in defined areas where several of them are national parks. There are four beautiful species of giraffe (Masai Giraffe, Reticulated Giraffe, Rothschild Giraffe, West African Giraffe) that embellish the African landscapes, and although they are similar to each other, each one has its own characteristics. Giraffes are the tallest mammals on Earth. Their legs alone are taller than many humans—about 6 feet. They are social animals that live in herds with dozens […] Read more »
National Aviation Day In 1939, former President Franklin D. Roosevelt declared August 19th as National Aviation Day to recognize and celebrate the history and development of aviation. Falling precisely on the same date as Orville Wright’s birthday, it’s considered to be one of America’s most treasured holidays. Orville Wright, together with his elder brother, Wilbur Wright, invented the world’s first powered fixed-wing aircraft in the year 1903. It was called the Wright Flyer and was the first of its kind to have built-in controls and execute a sustained flight. Orville Wright flew the aircraft for the first time in Big […] Read more »
Black Cat Appreciation Day Black cats have always been linked to negative superstitions. Even now, many still believe that they bring bad luck or bad omen. Some even go as far as to claim that these felines can attract death, or are associated with witchcraft. It’s because of these crazy, not to mention completely untrue, superstitions that black cats have a bad rap and are avoided by most. Another reason that may cause people to shy away from adopting black cats is that they find solid black coats to be ‘boring’ or ‘unappealing’ compared to those with colorful coats and […] Read more »
National Creamsicle Day Did you know that creamsicles were created entirely by accident? In 1905, an eleven-year-old boy from San Francisco named Frank Epperson made fruit-flavored soda from soda powder and water, which was pretty popular at that time, and used a wooden stick to stir everything together. He never finished drinking it, though, and accidentally left the cup of soda outside overnight. The next morning, he saw that the soda had completely frozen around the wooden stick. So, he ran the cup under warm water, pulled out the frozen treat, and the rest was history! The first time Frank […] Read more »
Immortal Jellyfish Facts The immortal jellyfish (scientific name – Turritopsis nutricula) was discovered in 1883 in the Mediterranean Sea. However, it’s extremely unique regeneration powers were not known to researchers and scientists until the mid-1990s. The unique regeneration process of the mature immortal jellyfish is quite unique. When it is injured or starving, it will attach itself to a surface in warm waters and turns into a sort of living blob. From this blob state, its cells will undergo a process called “transdifferentiation”. Transdifferentiation is a process wherein cells will turn into different kinds of cells. For instance, the muscle cells […] Read more »
National CBD Day Today marks exactly one year from the day cbdMD founded National CBD Day. It took many weeks of vigorous planning on their part, but on August 8, 2018, everything finally came together and National CBD day became an official holiday. So, you may be wondering: what’s so special about CBD to receive that much recognition? Well, first of all, great question! You see, CBD or cannabidiol, is a naturally occurring substance found in cannabis plants, such as marijuana and hemp. It’s known for its incredible ability to help the body regulate and produce neurotransmitters called endocannabinoids, which […] Read more »
National Fresh Breath Day Do you brush your teeth twice a day? Brushing after meals and flossing before bed is an important routine to follow in order to keep up with your oral hygiene! August 6th is National Fresh Breath Day, and we would like to remind you of the importance of keeping your pet’s teeth clean, too! Prevent loose teeth, sore and infected gums, among many other pet oral health problems by taking a good look inside your pet’s mouth. Common Pet Oral Health Problems Listed below are some common pet oral health problems that can occur if […] Read more »
National Work Like A Dog Day August 5th marks a day dedicated to celebrating a common idiom that we often use in our daily lives: Today is National Work Like A Dog Day! This holiday was inspired by the amazing work ethic of dogs and the many jobs that they perform to help us. Spend today thanking the people who work especially hard, in addition to our canine coworkers! A Big Thank You To Working Dogs Although the history of the phrase “Work like a dog” is not known, many believe it most likely refers to actual working dogs. […] Read more »