DOG lovers rejoice! Today is International Dog Day, the day the world celebrates its love for man's best friend.
Read on to see how you can celebrate your furry friends to the fullest...
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International dog day is today, August 26Credit: Alamy
What is international dog day?
International Dog Day began in the US as
It was started by by Pet & Family Lifestyle Expert and Animal Advocate, Colleen Paige.
The day, August 26 is especially poignant for Colleen as it's the date that Colleen's family adopted her first dog "Sheltie."
On their website, National Dog Day describes its aim as "to help galvanize the public to recognize the number of dogs that need to be rescued each year and acknowledges family dogs and dogs that work selflessly each day to save lives, keep us safe and bring comfort."
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has a great directory of affiliate organisations who organise dogs for the deaf, guide dogs, therapy dogs and many more.
You can also volunteer with many animal charities, for instance who provide specially trained assistance dogs for disabled UK Armed Forces and Emergency Services personnel whose quality of life can be improved by a partnership with a pooch.
If you're thinking about getting a pet dog - what better day to get the ball rolling than International Dog Day? The has a whole host of information on how, and why you should re-home a dog.
If you're not quite prepared to take the plunge and a adopt a dog full time, why not sponsor a dog? Check out .
And if you've got your own furry friend, treat them to a lovely long walk or some treats - they deserve it!
Today is the day to treat your furry friendsCredit: Alamy
Take your dog on a nice long walkCredit: Alamy
Dog Day was started to support all dogs - not just petsCredit: Alamy
You can get into the spirit of International Dog Day by helping out an animal charityCredit: Alamy
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Volunteer, donate or sponsor a dog via a dog charityCredit: Alamy
Today is the day to show all pups they're specialCredit: Alamy
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