National Fire Pup Day: October 1st

October 1st is National Fire Pup Day! In honor of…

National Black Dog Day: October 1st

If you’ve ever spoken to anyone who does rescue work…

National Dog Week: September 20th through 27th

It’s time to recognize the beloved dogs in our lives…

National Craft For Your Local Shelters Day: July 21st

Have you ever heard of National Craft For Your Local…

How to Celebrate All American Pet Photo Day: July 11th, 2020

July 11th is All American Pet Photo Day, a day…

Take Your Dog to Work Day: June 26th

June 26th is an extra special day for many -…

National Dog Party Day

Pet Health & Safety Coach, Arden Moore, is a big…

Warm Weather Tips and Treats To Stimulate Your Dog’s Mind

Most pet owners know their dogs need physical exercise to…

National Tabby Day: April 30th

The domestic cat of today did not transform from a…

May the 4th Be With You – and Your Pet

Petfirst finds Princess Leia tops Star Wars names for dogs…

Respect Your Cat Day: March 28th, 2020

We love our cats — but it might feel like…

6 Things Your Pets Might Do If They Had Thumbs

We love our pets just the way they are, but…

Take a Walk! Celebrate National Walk Your Dog Week

Does your pup love to get outside and enjoy a…

How To Celebrate Your Cat  

Today, August 8th, is International Cat Day. It is a…

5 Reasons To Love A Black Cat  

Ask any cat parent who shares his or her life…

How To Enjoy The Dog Days of Summer with Your Pup

We all feel a bit more relaxed during the summer…

How to Do Doga With Your Pup

You’ve heard of yoga — but have you heard of doga?…

Celebrate National Mutt Day

We all love our dogs and with that celebrating them…

How To Teach Your Cat To Walk On A Leash

You can teach an old cat new tricks! That may…

Dog Walk Essentials: What You Need For Your Dog’s Next Adventure

Heading out the door to take your furry friend on…

Tips for Doggy Beach Time

The summer season is the time for your dogs (and…

5 Ways to Show Your Cat Love on International Hug Your Cat Day

Happy International Hug Your Cat Day! Before you grab onto…

5 Ways To Celebrate National Pet Month With Your Cat

It’s National Pet month and because of that, we are…

12 Fun Ways to Celebrate National Pet Month

May is National Pet Month in the United States — a time…

National Pet Week: May 5th-11th

As almost all pet parents know our pets are more…

Can You Teach An Old Dog New Tricks?

Chances are you have heard the adage “you can’t teach…

Pets Named after Mascots Show Team Loyalty

T-shirts wear out. Face-paint washes away, but one expression of…

Celebrating K-9 Veterans Day

March 13 is National K9 Veterans Day. This is a  day…

Tips for Proper Puppy Socialization

Socialization is a key part of your responsibilities as a…

Things Your Pets Might Do if They Had Opposable Thumbs

Your pets watch you nonstop.  You are their whole world.…

How to Travel Safely with Cats

Who wants to be in a car on a long…

Valentines for Pet Lovers

We know Valentine's Day is all about love. So in…

Most People Choose Pets Over Partners for Snuggles

Valentine’s Day is the day for snuggling – but 71…

In Super Bowl of Pet Names, Patriots have the Edge

The “Super Bowl of Pet Names” is an annual test…

Tips For A Happy & Safe Thanksgiving

The holidays are quickly approaching! Here are some tips on…

Matching Monday with Kentucky Humane Society

On Monday, Nov. 12, PetFirst Pet Insurance will match online…

Halloween Pet Safety Tips

Halloween is a fun time of year for everyone, but…

Celebrate National Spoil Your Dog Day

It’s National Spoil Your Dog Day! Although it seems like…

PetFirst Getaway Giveaway

Is your pet ready for a summer getaway? Share a…

The Most Unbelievable (But True) Pet Insurance Claims Of All Time

As the approximately 85 million families in the U.S. who…

Presents for Your Pets: The Best Holiday Gifts for Your Best Friend

It’s that time of year – stockings are hung, trees…

Tips for Throwing a Puptastic Halloween Bash for Dog Owners

The spooky Halloween season is finally here, and what better…

Halloween Pet Costume Ideas

  Fall is officially in the air, and you know…

Black Cats and Halloween

  Halloween is rife with icons, and black cats rank…

Top 20 Disney-Inspired Pet Names

Pet-owners often exhibit careful consideration when it comes to naming…

Homemade Doggy Pumpkin Treats

Did you know that pumpkin is completely safe for dogs…

September is National Happy, Healthy Cat Month!

  You may not know it, but every September, we…

15 Most Common ‘Game of Thrones’ Pet Names

With the recent Season 7 finale of Game of Thrones,…

Snickers – The Ice Cream Boat Dog

As someone who lives in the Midwest, I spend much…

The Cat & I Didn’t Want A New Dog, But I Caved In & Brought One Home… Here’s the story

Our dog, Sadie, came to us in a very roundabout…