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National Lost Dog Awareness Day - April 23
Tue, Apr 23, 2024

National Lost Dog Awareness Day

National Lost Dog Awareness Day is an American holiday dedicated to missing dogs. Lost pets can quickly die if they are not taken to a shelter or their owners are not found. They are not adapted to life on the streets. It is celebrated annually on April 23.

History

The history of National Lost Dog Awareness Day begins in 2014, when it was established by Lost Dogs of America. It is dedicated to finding missing animals and bringing them home. Owners must give the staff full information about the missing animal: appearance, breed, distinctive features (physical injuries, collar, etc.). According to the company’s statistics, with their help, more than 75% of the missing animals that are reported are successfully found and returned to their homes.

We are now looking at cases of specifically missing dogs. It also happens that owners purposely throw an animal out on the street because they are bored with it and don’t have time to take care of it. It is not uncommon for dogs to be thrown out due to relocation. Such an act is inhumane: the owners must take responsibility for the life and health of their pets, otherwise what is the point of having them?

Interesting facts

  • Statistics show that one pet goes missing every minute in the United States.
  • Of all the cases of missing pets, only about one-third of owners contact the appropriate organizations to find their pet.
  • Approximately 80% of the missing animals that are never returned to their owners end up in shelters where they are put to sleep.

How to celebrate

Make sure your pet is safe: buy a GPS tracker, and only walk your dog on a leash or in enclosed areas so he doesn’t run away.

Spread the word about the holiday on social media. Ask users if their pets have gone missing? Were they able to bring them home?

When National Lost Dog Awareness Day celebrated in 2024?

National Lost Dog Awareness Day is observed on April 23 each year.

Observations

Weekday Month Day Year
Tuesday April 23 2024
Wednesday April 23 2025