Every March 23rd is International Puppy Day. This day was established to raise awareness about the reality of puppy abandonment and illegal breeding, and to promote the adoption of abandoned dogs. It is a meaningful day to reflect on our boundless love and affection for dogs and raise awareness about the promotion of animal welfare.

International Puppy Day, the epitome of love for companion animals

1. Established to raise awareness of dog abandonment

In 2006, American pet scholar Collin Page proposed International Puppy Day. This stemmed from the desire to emphasize the value of all dogs and raise awareness about the realities of dog abandonment and illegal breeding. It was meant to commemorate unconditional love for dogs and to establish a culture of adopting abandoned dogs. It is said that this initiative has helped to rescue millions of animals.

2. Commemorative activities of companion families on SNS

On International Puppy Day, companion families around the world engage in various activities on SNS. They share photos of their dogs with the hashtag #nationalpuppyday and send messages promoting the adoption of abandoned dogs.

Ways to celebrate International Puppy Day

1. Activities with companion dogs

Companion animal owners celebrate International Puppy Day by spending time with their dogs. They engage in various activities together, such as walking, playing, and exchanging gifts. If you haven't prepared, do it now and take your dog out…

2. Adoption and donation activities for abandoned dogs

Another good way to celebrate is to donate to abandoned dog shelters or animal protection organizations. You can help abandoned animals by volunteering at shelters or providing temporary care.

3. Participation in campaigns and events

You can also participate in various campaigns and events that promote the adoption of abandoned dogs and raise awareness of dog welfare. Some examples include Pitpet's dog adoption promotion campaign and an AI photo exhibition of abandoned dogs.

Meaning of adopting an abandoned dog

1. Becoming a family for children who haven't received love

Adopting an abandoned dog has a meaningful significance: becoming a new family for children who have been abandoned. Most abandoned dogs have painful memories of being abandoned by a family more than once, so we become a warm family for them.

2. Responsible adoption is necessary

However, a responsible attitude is necessary when adopting an abandoned dog. Due to the trauma of being abandoned, abandoned dogs may take a long time to open their hearts to humans. You need to be patient and care for them consistently. You also need to consider the financial burden associated with caring for a companion animal.

On this International Puppy Day, I hope companion dog families will have a happy time with their beloved dogs. And for those who don't have companion animals, I hope this meaningful day will prompt you to think about adopting an abandoned dog. It will be a big change for a dog's life.