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If it is a living entity with mobility and not human, it falls into the category of animals, insects, birds, fish, and reptiles.
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National Wildlife Day, founded in 2005, falls on the birthdate of conservationist "The Crocodile Hunter," Steve Irwin, born February 22, 1962. Irwin Died September 4, 2006. Colleen Paige created this even...
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Stargazing, wildlife watching, and even ghost walks are just some of the activities available during the United Kingdom's Dark Skies Festival in Yorkshire, England. It's a chance to appreciate the beauty...
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The Puppy Bowl is Animal Planet's answer to the Super Bowl. It is a football game played by real puppies with kitten cheerleaders and other animal announcers. It typically airs during the half-time show...
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Have a Heart for Chained Dogs Week is an annual awareness campaign highlighting the plight of chained, penned, abused, and neglected dogs. There are times when an outdoor dog is tethered for its protectio...
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Meet the original groundhog from the times of ancient Rome, the hedgehog. This little rodent is the original inspiration for shadow or no shadow day and is still celebrated as a European folk holiday.
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Galgos are an ancient breed of sighthound used in competitions and hunting hares (wild rabbits). Unlike greyhounds, galgos are built for distance running rather than speed. They're relatively quiet dogs t...
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The Georgia State Rodeo is one for the bucket list. There is nothing quite like a rodeo, and everyone should get an opportunity to experience one in their life, even if it has to be through virtual realit...
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National Sled Dog day honors Balto, perhaps the most famous sled dog in history. In 1925, during a diphtheria epidemic in Nome, Alaska, Balto and his master Gunnar Kaasen braved the Alaskan wilderness w...
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World Wetlands Day began in 1997. Ever since, government agencies, non-government organizations, and community groups worldwide have recognized World Wetlands Day, focusing on the benefits and necessity o...
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ALL THINGS AGRICULTURE: THE WORLD AG EXPO The World AG Expo in Canada is a premier agricultural trade show that showcases the latest innovations, technologies, and trends in the agricultural industry. Th...
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Pets get stolen and sometimes "sold" back to their owners for a reward. The National Humane Education Society encourages pet owners to take precautions each Valentine's Day to ensure they have current inf...
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If your cuddly kitten is over five months old, she could quickly become a litter. Fix by Five Months is a public awareness campaign that encourages new pet parents to get their cats and dogs spayed and ne...
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The Audubon Society and Cornell University Lab of Ornithology created the Great Backyard Bird Count in 1998, with Bird Studies Canada joining in 2009. In 2013 it became a global event, with people in all...
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Created by Congressional decree in 1994, National Bird Feeding Month occurs each year during the height of winter, when finding food for many birds is difficult. This campaign encourages people to provi...
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Introduced to the world on February 12, 1985, the National Child Safety Council marks the birthday of their beloved mascot Safetypup® on children's safety each year on this date. The mascot has been instr...
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Dog Training Education Month in the US and Canada falls in February. A trained dog is a delight to be around and much safer in its own right. This month is about educating owners about the benefits of do...
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Going into heat is when a female animal becomes fertile and can conceive a litter. Each year tens of thousands of kittens and puppies are born, exploding the population of unwanted pets and overwhelming s...
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International Polar Bear Day raises awareness of the plight of the polar bear. Activities of acknowledgment include: Turning down the heat at schools and offices to "live like a polar bear" for a day. Tea...
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National Invasive Species Week is one of two each year, focusing on outreach and education. Invasive species can be plant, animal, or insect-based. When they land in an area, they can devastate an entir...