Dogs Rule Day - An International Holiday for Dogs October 10, 2009

On this fur filled day, pet owners across the world are celebrating Dogs Rule Day, An International Holiday for Dogs brought to you by Pedigree. Created to celebrate your favorite four legged friends and everything special that they bring to your life.

You may ask, how does one celebrate this canine holiday? Check out Pedigrees top 10 ways to spend the day with your doggies -

• Adopt a dog! What better way to celebrate than with a new best friend. Find more information on Pet Adoption.
• Give an extra minute of bellyrubs.
• Play fetch 'til your arm falls off.
• Make a donation to The PEDIGREE® Adoption Drive, your local shelter, or the dog-loving charity of your choice. You can donate here.
• Get your dog a gift basket full of snacks and treats.
• Volunteer at a shelter.
• Donate a bag of PEDIGREE® Food for Dogs to your local shelter.
• Hold a dog walk/parade to benefit dogs in your town.
• Give him/her the other half of your sandwich. Just this once.
• No baths. None.

For more great ways to make your pet feel special on Dog Rules Day (or any day!), visit http://www.pedigree.com/dogsruleday/.

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Celebrating National Dog Day

Did you know that Wednesday, August 26 is National Dog Day?

So, what exactly is this annual event? Well it was founded in 2004 by pet lifestyle expert and author Colleen Paige and was created to honor our four legged friends for all that they do. This special day also serves to help the public recognize the number of dogs that need to be rescued each year.

Spend the day celebrating your furry friends and remember the number of animals that help our society every day. Say thank you to your puppy pal with a game of fetch, a tasty dog treat or maybe just a big hug.

For more information on National Dog Day, visit http://www.nationaldogday.com/.

This National Dog Day, give the gift of adoption. Click here for helpful adoption tips and links.