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Category: Animals, Insects, Birds, Fish & Reptiles
Events celebrating or highlighting animals, fish, insects, birds, reptiles, and other forms of non-plant life.
If it is a living entity with mobility and not human, it falls into the category of animals, insects, birds, fish, and reptiles.
Animals Fish Insect & Birds Events
Have a Heart for a Chained Dog Week, Ntl:...
Weekly
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...
January
Hedgehog Day: February 2
Daily
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.
January
Hippo Day, World: February 15
Daily
Hippopotami, or hippos, are the world's third largest animal by weight (after the whale and elephant). Their name is Greek for 'river horse,' and they do spend hours a day submerged in water. Each animal...
January
Hoof Care Month, Intl.: February
Monthly
American Ferriers Magazine champions International Hoof Care Month throughout February. It emphasizes the significance of hoof care for animals like horses, camelids, and other hoofed animals. Its goal is...
January
Humpback Whale Awareness Month: February
Monthly
Humpback Whale Awareness Month is an environmental observance dedicated to raising awareness about the humpback whale, which has faced numerous threats from human activities. This month-long event highlig...
January
Invasive Species Week II, Ntl.: February 2...
Weekly
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...
January
Justice for Animals Week, Ntl.: February 1...
Weekly
National Justice For Animals Week was founded in 2008 by the Animal Legal Defense Fund. It typically occurs in mid-February. The week draws attention to animal cruelty and encourages reporting such to t...
January
Ladbrokes Launceston Cup (AU-TAS): Februar...
Daily
The Launceston Cup, a prominent event in Tasmanian horse racing, has a rich history dating back to 1865. It is a Group 3 open handicap thoroughbred horse race, run over 2400 meters at the Launceston Racec...
January
Lichun (CH/TW): February 3-18
Weekly
Lichun, traditionally regarded as the start of the lunar new year, holds significant cultural importance in China and Taiwan. Falling typically between February 3 and 5, Lichun is one of the 24 solar term...
January
Line the Litter Box with Your Ex: February...
Weekly
"Line the Litter Box with Your Ex" fundraiser is a humorous and unique way for animal charities to raise funds around Valentine's Day. Participants can donate a small amount (usually $5-$10) to have their...
January
Love Your Pet Day: February 20
Daily
Love Your Pet Day doesn't appear to have an official sponsor, but several local humane society groups have adopted it as a day to focus on your pet's well-being. 1. Are your pet's shots up to date? 2....
January
Marmot Day: February 2
Daily
In the lower 48, we celebrate Groundhog Day. In Alaska, it is known as Marmot Day (an animal part of the same family. This event was established in 2009 by the state of Alaska. Marmots, native to the No...
January
Pangolin Day, World: February 15
Daily
World Pangolin Day raises awareness about the importance and plight of the pangolins. One aspect making pangolins unique is their scales, as no other mammal has them. Quiet and diligent, pangolins range...
January
Pet Dental Health Month, Ntl.: February
Monthly
Pet Dental Health Month is an educational outreach forum to teach pet parents how to care for their pet’s teeth and the importance of regular dental cleanings by a veterinarian. Dental health problems lea...
January
Pet Theft Awareness Day, Ntl.: February 14
Daily
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...
January
Polar Bear Day, Intl.: February 27
Daily
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...
January
Puppy Bowl: February 9
Daily
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...
January
Rabbit Month, ASPCA Adopt-a-Rescued: Febru...
Monthly
Rabbits make wonderful pets, and they can be trained to use a litter box. They’ll come when called, and some will engage their owners in a daily game of tag! Domestic rabbits are delightful companion anim...
January
Responsible Pet Owners Month: February
Monthly
Responsible Pet Owners Month, an unofficial event, is observed annually in February in the United States, serving as a reminder of the importance of responsible pet ownership. It focuses on educating pet...
January
Safety Pup's Birthday (1985): February 12
Daily
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...
January
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