International Dog Day: All About the Special Day for Dogs
When is International Dog Day?
International Dog Day is celebrated annually on August 26. In 2024, it will fall on Monday, August 26.
The History of International Dog Day
International Dog Day was created in 2004 by pet lifestyle expert and author Colleen Paige. Her goal was to bring awareness to the condition of animals in shelters and to encourage adoption.
The first International Dog Day was celebrated in 2004, and it has since become a global event. It is now celebrated in over 100 countries around the world.
How to Celebrate International Dog Day
There are many ways to celebrate International Dog Day. Here are a few ideas:
*- Spend time with your dog. Take them for a walk, play fetch, or just cuddle on the couch.
- Adopt a dog from a shelter. This is a great way to give a homeless dog a loving home.
- Volunteer at a local animal shelter. Help with feeding, cleaning, or walking the dogs.
- Donate to a dog-related charity. This could be a local shelter, a national organization, or even an international charity.
Why is International Dog Day Important?
International Dog Day is important because it raises awareness about the plight of dogs in shelters and encourages adoption.
According to the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (ASPCA), there are approximately 3.1 million dogs in shelters in the United States each year. Of these, approximately 670,000 are euthanized.
International Dog Day helps to reduce these numbers by encouraging people to adopt dogs from shelters. By adopting a dog, you are not only saving a life, but you are also giving a loving home to a deserving animal.
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