National Rescue Dog Day Dates for 2027,2028

When is National Rescue Dog Day Dates 2027–2035

Quick Facts:

• Holiday Name: National Rescue Dog Day
• Date: May 20, 2027 (Observed annually on May 20)
• Founder: Lisa Wiehebrink, author and founder of “Tails That Teach,” established the day in 2013 after rescuing her dog Cooper in 2009.
• Purpose: To raise awareness for millions of shelter dogs seeking homes and to promote adoption, fostering, volunteering, and spaying/neutering.
• Key Shelter Statistics: Approximately 3.1 million dogs enter U.S. shelters every year, and around 2 million are adopted annually.
• Animal Abuse Fact: Dogs account for 65% of all abused animals, making them the most frequently abused pets.
• Ways to Observe: Adopt or foster a dog, volunteer at local shelters, donate supplies, or share awareness using #NationalRescueDogDay.

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