Celebrate National Pet Day on Patch!

In recognition of National Pet Day, Largo Patch is taking some time out to honor those special critters that often make our lives just a little more complete, but we need your help!

Whether they’re furry, feathered or just a little bit scaly, pets are awesome. That’s a point that a large percentage of Americans seem to agree upon. The Humane Society of the United States says there are about 78.2 million dogs owned in the United States. An estimated 86.4 million cats have homes to call their own. Collectively, Americans spent a whopping $53.33 billion on pet-related expenses in 2012, according to the American Pet Products Association. We’re on track to break that number in 2013 by more than $2 billion. The numbers speak volumes about just how much Americans love their pets. So does this interesting tidbit from the American Veterinary Medical Association’s website: “In 2011, six-out-of-ten pet owners, or 63.2%, …

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SHARE: National Dress Up Your Pet Day

Upload your photos of your furry friends sporting their best attire to share with your neighbors here on Patch.

If you think you have the cutest pooch or cat on the block, now is your time to prove it. Jan. 14 is National Dress Up Your Pet Day, so get out your animal’s best sweater, costume or tiara and get them dressed to the (ca)nines. Every animal can join in on the fun, and we want to see! Take pictures of your beloved companion and post photos here. What clothing are you putting on your pet today? Leave a comment below.  Want the news delivered to your email box every morning? Subscribe to the Largo Patch newsletter. It's free and we don't give out your email address. Sign up here.

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Melissa Lattman

7:58 pm on Monday, January 14, 2013

Thanks Karen for sharing the cute holiday kitty pic!   more ›

Holiday Celebration is Saturday at Animal Services in Largo

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