Take Care of Your Canary

In the old days, miners brought canaries into the coal mines. The birds were small, bright, and beautiful—but they weren’t there for decoration. They were there for survival. When the air turned toxic, the canary would feel it first. If the bird stopped singing, it was a sign: get out now. Something’s not right.

At Animalz, we’ve adopted the canary as more than just a logo. It’s a symbol of mental health awareness. Because for many people struggling with anxiety, depression, or suicidal thoughts, there’s a moment—quiet, almost invisible—when something shifts. When something inside them feels off. That moment is what we call a Canary Moment.

It’s the warning sign that something deeper is going on. It’s the stillness before the silence. And most importantly—it’s the opportunity to reach out, to speak up, to choose life.

We believe recognizing that moment is powerful. And we believe in encouraging people to take care of their canary—to protect their mental wellbeing before it reaches a breaking point.

Wear the canary as a reminder:
– To check in with yourself.
– To check in with your people.
– To stay loud when the world gets quiet.
– To never ignore the signs.

This isn’t just a brand. It’s a movement to make mental health part of everyday conversation—one shirt, one board, one story at a time.