National Rescue Dog Day

National Rescue Dog Day Quick Facts - CA

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2023 Date	May 20, 2023
2024 Date	May 20, 2024

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National Rescue Dog Day in 2023

Saturday, May 20

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National Rescue Dog Day History

National Rescue Dog Day seeks to raise awareness about all the dogs waiting to be adopted in shelters. This day seeks to encourage adoption, promote humane education, and encourages pet owners to spay/neuter their pets. It highlights the mutual benefit of owning a rescued dog. Rescued dogs are provided with a loving home, and in return, they can provide comfort and security to their owners.

National Rescue Dog Day was created in 2018 by Tails That Teach, Inc. It is observed annually on May 20th.

National Rescue Dog Day Facts

About 3.3 million dogs enter shelters in the US every year according to the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (ASPCA).
About 1.6 million dogs are adopted every year in the US according to the ASPCA.
Every year in the United States, about 250,000 animals fall victim to hoarding.

National Rescue Dog Day Top Events and Things to Do

Adopt an animal companion if you have the available time and resources. Remember to make sure they get their shots and to spay or neuter them.
Donate to the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (ASPCA) to help prevent animal cruelty and rescue pets in need,
Watch a movie that highlights the bond between people and their pets. Here are our suggestions:
A Dog's Journey 2019
Isle of Dogs 2018
Hachi: A Dog's Tale (2009)