DOTHAN, Ala. (WDNews) — Wednesday is going to the dogs — and that is something worth celebrating.
Aug. 26 is National Dog Day, an annual observance celebrating dogs of all breeds while also bringing attention to dogs waiting for homes in shelters and rescues.
National Dog Day was founded in 2004 by animal welfare advocate Colleen Paige. Aug. 26 was chosen because it was the date Paige’s family adopted her first dog from a local animal shelter when she was 10 years old.
For dog owners across the Wiregrass, the day is also a chance to give their four-legged family members a little extra attention.
That could mean an extra walk, a trip to the park, a favorite treat, a new toy or simply spending some extra time together. National Dog Day also encourages people who are considering adding a dog to their family to consider adoption from a shelter or rescue.
Now, we want to see your dogs!
WDNews is asking our readers to celebrate National Dog Day with us. Post a picture of your dog in the comments and tell us their name, where they are from and what they are doing to celebrate National Dog Day.
Whether your dog is spending the day playing outside, going for a ride, enjoying an extra treat or taking over the couch for an afternoon nap, we want to see them.
Happy National Dog Day to all of the pups — and the people who love them — across the Wiregrass!
