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National Dog Day
A US day celebrating dogs and encouraging adoption from shelters and rescues, held every year on 26 August.
- UK (not marked)
- USA
- International (not marked)
OrganiserColleen Paige
ListingAdded by us from official sources
Last checked19 October 2026
First held2004
About the day
Pet lifestyle writer and animal welfare campaigner Colleen Paige founded the day in 2004. It aims to raise awareness of the number of dogs needing homes.
Dates for the next three years
| Year | Date | Where | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 | Thursday 26 August 2027 | USA | Same date every year |
| 2028 | Saturday 26 August 2028 | USA | Same date every year |
| 2029 | Sunday 26 August 2029 | USA | Same date every year |
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