Date Specific
- National Suicide Prevention Awareness Month: Take an opportunity to remind your audience and the people you love that you’re glad they’re here and that you appreciate them.
- Animal Pain Awareness Month
- September 4: Labor Day – if you’re closed on this day, post your holiday hours!
- September 10: National Pet Memorial Day – Today we honor our sweet pets that have crossed over the rainbow bridge. If you feel inclined, share a photo and story with your audience about a pet you’ve lost.
- September 11: National Make Your Bed Day: Share a photo of your pet’s bed (or beds you have for animals in the office) and ask your audience to share their pet’s bed!
- September 16: Guacamole Day! Answer the question: Are avocados good for your pets?
- September 16: Responsible Dog Ownership Day
- September 17-23: Farm Safety & Health Week: Do you treat farm animals? Talk about your most recent farm animal appointment. Even if it was just a routine check up.
- September 18-24: Adopt a Less Adoptable Pet Week
- September 23: Dogs in Politics Day: Vote on your favorite (and most current) White House Pets
- September 23: International Rabbit Day
- September 24-30: National Deaf Pet Awareness Week: As a veterinarian, how do you adjust your behavior to accommodate for deaf dogs to ensure a successful visit?
- September 24-30: National Dog Week: What is something your dog does that you’re grateful for? Either answer this question or pose is to your audience. Or both!
Misc
- Do you have any goals set this month? Inside or outside the office?
- Share a recent patient success story.
- What fall preventatives should people be taking with their pets?
- Happy Cat Month
- Iguana Awareness Day: If you service exotics, now is your time to shine! Talk about what a routine Iguana (or reptile) exam consists of!
- What sports teams will you and your staff be cheering on this season?
- Confession Time: Talk about something your audience may not know about your educational journey to become a Vet (or other related field)
- What is one thing (product) your pet can’t live without? Tag the creator in your post if possible.
- Ask your audience what you can do to make their trips to the vet smoother!
- When did you first know you wanted to be a part of the veterinary industry?
- What pet food brands do you recommend to your patients and why? If your recommendation varies for each, explain the differences and encourage them to talk to you about their pet’s diet.
- Share a photo or video of your workspace! Include PEOPLE in the photo! It’s not required that people are looking at the camera. This can be candid!
- Responsible Dog Ownership Month
- Are there any local shelters in the area that you work with? Post about your working relationship and recommend them to your audience.
- Client Spotlight! Post a picture of one of your pet patients. Include staff members if possible.
- Pet Insurance: talk about what companies you accept and how to know if insurance is the right choice.