National Dog Day is Coming Soon!

A Great Excuse to Help a Rescue!

If you ask us, we'll tell you that every day is dog day (of course!), but we're wagging our tails that since 2004, dogs and dog rescues have had a designated day to be honored! So, what's National Dog Day all about? It's about raising awareness about adoption and dog rescue and thanking those who have spent countless hours for the cause.

What can you do? First and foremost, on August 26th, give your furry friends big hugs and special treats (maybe an especially long walk to a favorite spot?). When you're done, go help a rescue or shelter! Walk some less fortunate dogs, help with an adoption event, or just go to a rescue event and say "thank you" to the volunteers. Kind words go a long way to reinvigorating that rescue fire!

Educate Yourself

The best weapon against cruelty is knowledge, especially when we share our knowledge with others to help them make good choices about pet acquisition and care. The following links contain materials to help you be a champion in the fight:

Fetching Fido...a booklet about how to locate a rescue or breeder and avoid puppy mill pitfalls.

Mill Dog Manifesto...a first-hand account of dog rescue and puppy mills.

Animal Welfare Handouts (PDFs)...to print and distribute.

Road to Rescue: Dog Rescue Best Practices Manual ...to help you be the best rescuer you can be!


Reprinted from Up For Pups Web Site.