Most Amazing Things to do on This National Dog Day

It’s not the size of the dog in the fight, it’s the size of the fight in the dog.                                                          

                                                                                                                             – Mark Twain

Every year National Dog Day is celebrated to bring awareness about the rescue of dogs and the importance of dogs in the family. Dogs are the best companions that work selflessly to keep us safe and bring comfort. They make the best lovable partner offering unconditional love and many benefits for our mental and physical health. Before moving further, let’s first figure out the major facts related to this special day.

Important Facts about National Dog Day

  • A report from the American Human Association states that most dogs are left out nearly 29%, due to non-acceptance of pets in the place of residence.
  • There were about 1,200 dog teams in action at one time in Iraq and Afghanistan. When these war dog teams are involved, the per cent of bomb detection rate can be higher.
  • The percentage of animals in shelters that are spayed or neutered is as low as 10%.
  • According to a survey, the United States alone has 13,600 animal shelter homes.

Many dogs in breeders home and shelter homes lead a terrible life without any proper facilities and health care. The main aim of National Dog Day is to throw light on such conditions of dogs. It is bringing awareness about the number of dogs that need to be rescued. Therefore, on this special day, there is nothing more than taking a pledge to bring a difference in a life of a dog by doing something special that brings a smiley curve on four-legged friend’s face.

Wonderful Things to Enjoy with Your Pet on This National Dog Day

  • Rescue shelters are always in need of volunteers. On this day, volunteer your time at animal rescue centres. There are a lot of tasks to be taken care of like walking a dog, administering flea and tick treatment, playing with the dogs, feeding them and cleaning up the animals.
  • The best thing you can do to praise a dog on this day is to adopt one. There are animal shelters and rescue homes that pick up stray or lost animals and provide them shelter and care. You can adopt a furry pal providing the life they actually deserve.
  • Donate to any one of the organizations that serve for the cause of animal welfare. You can donate food, clothes, medications like Dog heartwormers, joint supplements for dogs and cats, dental treats or nutritional supplements, and toys to your local shelter home.
  • Sign up for dog training sessions for your dog. Some organizations offer special discounts on this day.
  • Buy pet supplies in bulk on this day as reputable online pet stores offer huge discounts and amazingly low prices on various dog and cat supplies. You can check VetSupply.com.au that usually brings surprising sales on top brands on this special day.
  • Have binge-watching movies or TV series cuddling with your furry pal.

You can even create your own list to spend this day with your furry friend. Call your friends home to learn more about dogs, arrange food for stray dogs, take your pet to a café or buy a premium dog food for your dog on this special day. National Dog Day is all about protecting dogs and helping them live a normal life rather than ending their lives in dungier conditions.