International Dog Day, held on August 26, is a worldwide celebration of man’s best friend honoring all dogs from the tiniest Chihuahua to the greatest of Great Danes. Your furry friends deserve a little pampering and special attention, and this day gives you a great excuse to spoil them and have some extra fun together. International Dog Day is also a special time to raise awareness for dog adoption services and to help more canine companions find their forever homes.
Pet-related specialty stores and a variety of small businesses serving dogs may offer additional discounts in celebration of International Dog Day, so be on the lookout for this year’s deals. Here are just a few of the past discounts that could be available this year as well.
In years past, Whistle GO has offered special deals on some of its quality pet trackers that help keep your dog safe and accounted for. For International Dog Day, look for specials on the Whistle GO site and at retailers such as Amazon where Whistle GO products are sold.
Wisdom Panel offers you the opportunity to get to know your furry friend even better with their animal DNA test kits. This company has offered special dollar-off discounts in the past on this special occasion, so keep an eye on their website around International Dog Day to catch any new doggy discounts that may pop up.
Chewy loves to celebrate International Dog Day by offering special savings opportunities for pet owners. Previously, the online store has offered dollar-off discounts on qualifying purchases plus extra savings on e-gift cards that let you share the puppy love with other dog owners. Watch Chewy.com for this year’s deals for your dog.
Ollie is offering free treats for life as well as 50% off your starter box! Valid only 8/26-9/1.
BarkBox will be offer 2 fre bubble paths with a 6 month Bark Bright plan through 8/31.
Save up to 47% off travel supplies and car seats for your doggo at Dogs.com, plus up to 40% off flea & tick, dog crates, treats and more.
Save up to 50% with AutoShip orders up to $75 with code DOGDAY through 8/26.
A variety of well-known national pet stores may also be offering special doggy deals for International Dog Day. Be sure to visit your local Petco, PetSmart, Pet Supplies Plus and others to find out what freebies and unique discounts they may be sponsoring in celebration of the playful pups in your city.
Besides the large chain stores, you may find some of your favorite small community businesses offering deals in celebration of International Dog Day. Check your local newspaper and social media feed to snag deals from local pet groomers, dog training schools, community pet supply stores and more.
There are plenty of great ways to spend some quality time with your favorite furball on International Dog Day. With a little bit of planning and brainstorming, you can create an inexpensive celebration for your pup.
For most dogs, there is nothing better than exploring the great outdoors with their favorite humans. Whether you prefer a trip to the local beach, a wilderness hiking excursion or a visit to your favorite dog park, getting outside to run and play together costs you nothing and can become a priceless memory with your dog. Throw in a new, inexpensive toy, and you and your pup are set for the day.
With so many pooches in need of loving homes, one great way to support the adoption effort is to spend some time volunteering at a local animal shelter. Many shelters may host special adoption drives around International Dog Day to help find homes for their residents, and they can always use extra helping hands and donations to help support the effort.
If you really want to get creative, there are plenty of do-it-yourself ideas for Fido’s big day. Here are just a few fun ideas to add to the celebrations.
Gather the neighbors and get ready to show off your furry friends with a pup parade. Encourage the human participants to dress up their dogs (and even themselves) in fun costumes, create doggy parade floats, add a little music for extra pizazz and then march the block together in celebration of International Dog Day. Be sure to advertise to the neighborhood ahead of time so you can have a cheering crowd for your dog’s special day.
Check your favorite pet stores or hit the internet for some new at-home pet food recipes to try on International Dog Day. Be sure to focus on your pup’s favorite flavors, include some treats as well as healthy options and try your hand at some homemade pet cuisine.
International Dog Day began in 2004 when pet and family lifestyle expert Colleen Paige decided the world needed a special day to celebrate man’s best friend. She chose the date of August 26 because that is the day her family adopted their first dog, Sheltie. Being an animal advocate, Colleen also wanted to use the day to raise awareness for dogs who need a forever family and to help more pups get settled into loving homes.
Yes! International Dog Day is celebrated annually on August 26.
International Dog Day is set aside as a day to honor dogs of all sizes, colors and breeds and to raise awareness for pet adoptions.
August 26 is known as International Dog Day across the globe.