Thursday, February 20, 2020

February 20 - National Love Your Pet Day


Happy National Love Your Pet Day! On February 20th, pet lovers everywhere observe this day. This holiday focuses on giving extra attention to our pets. The day encourages pampering our pets and focusing on the special relationship pets hold in our lives. 

Click play below to hear the story on why National Day Calendar® celebrate National Love Your Pet Day.

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Did you know that most households in the United States have at least one pet?  While there are more cats than dogs in the United States, more households have dogs than cats, but not by much.  
  
Pets are not limited to the canine and feline categories. There are quite a few who prefer the companionship of birds, reptiles, fish or rats.  

Whoever your pet companion is, we are sure you will enjoy spending a little extra time with them on National Love Your Pet Day and reap the benefits, as well such as stress relief and lower blood pressure. So on February 20th (and every day) be sure to show your appreciation to your pets! 
  
HOW TO OBSERVE 

Bring your pet a special treat, take an extra-long walk or give them more attention. Other ideas include:

  • • Check that their vaccines are up to date. 
  • • Watch a pet video with them full of cats, dogs and other critters.  
  • • Give them a few extra strokes with the brush while grooming.  
  • • Practice their favorite commands – sit, shake, rollover.  
  • • Play their favorite game or bring out their best toy. 
  • • Inspect their toys to make sure they’re in good shape. Throw out any broken toys.  
  • • Wash their bedding, even if it’s not their laundry day. Let them fluff it up just the way they like it. 
Whatever you decide to do, spoil and appreciate your pets!  Use #NationalLoveYourPetDay to post on social media. 

HISTORY 

National Day Calendar® continues researching the origins of this pet-friendly day. While they do, they don’t mind if they snuggle an extra minute with their furry friends as well! 

Do you have any pets? If so, how can you show your love to them today?

#NationalLoveYourPetDay
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@PetSmart 
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February 20 - 70th Berlin International Film Festival Begins


Today, the 70th Berlin International Film Festival has officially been opened! 

Also known as the Berlinale, this is the first of the three most prestigious film festivals in the world. 

The other two events are the Cannes Film Festival and the Venice Film Festival. These festivals are sometimes called the "Big Three". 

Polish screenwriter and film director Krzysztof KieÅ›lowski's ('Dekalog', 'The Double Life of Veronique', Three Colours trilogy) were each made for these festivals, with Blue for Venice, White for Berlin, and Red for Cannes. 
  
Of the "Big Three", the Berlinale is the largest festival in the world. 

Each year, it draws over half a million people, including film professionals from one hundred and thirty-plus countries from around the globe. 
  
This year, English actor Jeremy Irons will be serving as Jury President for the Berlinale Competition section. 

Other notable judges include American film director, playwright and screenwriter Kenneth Lonergan ('Manchester by the Sea') and French-Argentine actress Bérénice Bejo. 
  
The films that were selected and to be shown for the main competition are each eligible to receive the Golden Bear and Silver Bear awards. 

However, only one will win the Golden Bear; the highest prize awarded for the best film. 
  
The event will take place at the Friedrichstadt-Palast VIVID SHOW in Berlin, Germany

For decades and decades, the Berlinale has been welcoming the world of film to the capital of Germany; an indispensable forum for the global film community. 
  
Best of luck to the winner! 
  
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#berlinfilmfestival 
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