Today, as the world marks the 2024 International Day of Veterinary Medicine, we pause to recognize and honor the vital contributions of veterinary medicine workers.
In the vibrant community of Playa del Carmen, compassion for animals took center stage during Coco's Animal Welfare's 2024 Free Spay and Neuter Campaign. This incredible initiative resulted in the sterilization of 1,088 animals
International Cat Day, celebrated on August 8th each year, is a global event dedicated to honoring and appreciating our feline friends. It’s a day to recognize the joy and companionship that cats bring into our lives, and to promote their welfare and well-being.
Throughout history, few relationships have been as enduring and impactful and intertwined as that between humans and dogs. From ancient hunting companions to modern-day emotional support animals, dogs have woven themselves into the very fabric of our existence.
April 10th marks National Hug Your Dog Day, a US holiday dedicated to celebrating the unwavering bond between humans and their beloved canine family members. On this special day, dog owners nationwide come together to shower their furry friends with an extra dose of love, affection, gratitude and a loving squeeze.
Each year on April 8th, we commemorate National Dog Fighting Awareness Day, a poignant reminder of the enduring scourge of dog fighting—a cruel and barbaric practice that continues to lurk in the shadows despite being outlawed in all 50 states. This day serves as a clarion call to raise awareness about the insidious nature of dog fighting and galvanize efforts to eradicate it.
Cats have long been cherished companions, adored for their soft fur, playful antics, and calming purrs. But beyond being cuddly couch potatoes, there's a growing body of evidence suggesting that feline friends can offer surprising benefits for our physical and mental health.
For many cat owners, the image of their feline companion basking in the sun or stalking a butterfly in the backyard is idyllic. However, the reality is that allowing your indoor cat to roam freely outdoors exposes them to a multitude of dangers. While the idea of an independent hunter may be romanticized, the truth is that life outside presents significant risks for a domesticated cat.
The animal community of Quintana Roo is in mourning. An animal rescuer died on February 11 due to rabies contracted on January 4 from the bite of a feral cat that he suffered on his hand while trying to help the feline.