They’re fluffy and playful, they yip and bark; that’s right, we’re talking puppies! Observed each year on March 23rd, National Puppy Day celebrates the unconditional love and affection puppies bring to our lives. Be prepared for an overload of cuteness! Read on some ideas on how to celebrate this day. And remember, we can help ensure your puppies grow to be well-behaved dogs and respectful members of your pack!
Think … puppies! Cute, tail-wagging, adorable little puppies. There, you’ve got a smile on your face now, right? In honor of National Puppy Day, March 23rd, we explore how turning to those little balls of fluff can help us weather the storm.
History Of Puppy Day
The goal of National Puppy Day is not only to celebrate the offspring of man’s best friend, but to encourage people to adopt puppies. It was also founded to create awareness of and put an end to the cruel practice of puppy mills and farms, and encourages people to “Adopt. Don’t Shop.”
5 Fun Facts About Puppies
Here are some fun facts you may not have known about these adorable creatures.
- Puppies spend up to 20 hours a day sleeping, which helps develop their brain, bodies, and immune system. In comparison, human babies spend about 16 hours a day sleeping.
- Puppies are toothless until they are about 4 weeks old. Their hearing and vision aren’t fully developed until this time as well.
- Researchers have discovered that looking at pictures of puppies can actually help you focus better.
- Puppies start their canine vocalization at around 3 weeks of age, with full barks at around 16 weeks.
- They have all their adult teeth by the time they’re 6 months old.
Ways To Celebrate National Puppy Day
Even if you can’t adopt a puppy, there are still many ways you can help puppies—on National Puppy Day or any day!
Be A Virtual Volunteer
Spring is a time when animal shelters are especially in need of volunteers, as they tend to see an increase in the amount of puppies during this time. And volunteering doesn’t have to be an in-person event. You might not be able to play with the puppies, but you will still be helping them.
For example, if your local shelter is cutting back on volunteer hours and public admissions, there are things you can do from home, like spread the word on social media. Share infographics that encourage spay and neuter programs, as well as pictures and stories of new puppies up for adoption.
If you’re an accounting whiz or have other business expertise and you’re willing to donate your time, contact your local shelter and ask what you can do to help from home. Start by filling out an online application on their website (don’t show up unannounced).
Be A Foster Mom or Dad
Donate
Many shelters have put an end to donations of blankets and sheets for the time being, but they’re always looking for canned food, bagged dry food, unused toys, bowls, and other supplies. Consider starting a supply drive; ask your local shelter what they need most, and then email friends and neighbors to see if they have extra canned food they can leave on doorsteps in bags. When things return to normal, a neighborhood supply drive is a fun way for kids to get involved helping animals.
Concerned about how your puppies will grow and mature or how your dogs will behave in front of the guests? AlphA and Omega can train your dog on social etiquette and obedience, and teach you how to lead your pack – so you can all enjoy any party to the fullest. Visit our Facebook page or give us a call at 844.739.0990 for a consultation.
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