PetPlate is a Black-Owned Business and Juneteenth is very close to our hearts. We're happy to be a resource for you today as you look for more information. Let's Talk the History of Juneteenth Juneteenth takes place each year on June 19th, and, though it just became a federal holiday in 2021, it
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Beat the Heat this Summer Summer is here! With longer days and warmer weather, you and your pup are bound to spend your days soaking up the sun. The strong summer heat can be hard for some dogs to deal with, especially if you aren’t up on the dos and don’ts of canine summer safety.
Is Fostering Right for Me? In our last blog, we wrote about how fostering rescue animals can be a great way to see if adopting a dog is right for you while providing a loving warm home to in-need pups. We are here to help answer the questions you may have to see if fostering
Debunking Rescue Dog Myths It is National Rescue Dog Day, and we want to give a big shout-out to all of the pet parents out there who gave their rescue pups a forever home. According to the ASPCA, over 3.3 million dogs are taken in by shelters across the United States over the course of
Traveling with Your Dog: Tips, Tricks, & Prep! With the fun summer months coming up, you and your dog might be ready to take some time off and hit the open road. And while traveling with your pets can be fun, there is a lot of planning and preparation we pet parents need to do
Anxiety Awareness Month It can be hard to tell our dog’s day-to-day’ moods, especially when it comes to anxiety. Their anxiety often comes from things like fireworks, trips to the vet, or being away from their home and family. Small changes to your dog’s routine might give them anxiety as well, and it might manifest
All The Reasons We Expanded to Retail Big news! PetPlate is now available at PetSmart and online at Amazon and Chewy, as well as PetSmart online. We are so excited to give pet parents new and convenient ways to order fresh human-grade food from PetPlate. Why make the move to other retailers? We have a
Dog Appreciation Month All pet parents know that dogs provide great companionship and help us feel secure, safe, and loved–the same way they feel about us! But sometimes we can get bogged down in our daily routines and forget all of the amazing ways our dogs make our lives better mentally, emotionally, and physically. Dog
Canine Fitness Month April is Canine Fitness Month, and with the beginning of Spring, it is the perfect time to take a look at your dog’s fitness and wellness routine. A strong fitness routine centered around your dog’s specific needs not only leads to a healthier and longer life for your pet, but is
It's spring and our pups are ready to run around in the fresh, warm air, but with the changing of the seasons comes a slew of seasonal allergies, for us and our pets. Spring blooms create more airborne allergens that can trigger your dog’s allergies and lead to symptoms like sneezing, itching, and watery eyes.