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Watch these compelling canine tales on National Dog Day


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We love our dogs. More than 65 million U.S. households own one, making dogs our most popular pets.

Watch the video above to see an ecstatic family reunited with its runaway dog.

National Dog Day, held every year on August 26, celebrates the bond between humans and their dogs and encourages dog ownership of all breeds.

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The most popular US dog breeds of 2023
French bulldogs continue their reign as the most popular dog breed in the US, according to the American Kennel Club rankings.
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National Dog Day was established in 2004 by pet and family lifestyle advocate, Colleen Paige. The date marks the anniversary of the day her family adopted her first dog from an animal shelter when Colleen was 10 years old.

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Watch Marine run with shelter dogs so they can be adopted
27-year-old Marine Wesley Swainston runs with shelter dogs in Jacksonville, North Carolina, documenting their journey to help them find forever homes.
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National Dog Day isn’t just about celebrating our dogs, it’s also focused on promoting canine adoption and welfare to ensure that all dogs live happy, safe, and abuse-free.

More of a cat lover? This is when our feline friends are celebrated each year

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Dog in shelter for nearly 600 days gets limo ride to new owner
After spending 587 days in an Ohio shelter, Chester the pit bull leaves for his new home with cheers and a limo ride.
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Dogs fill many important roles in our lives, providing companionship, therapy, and service. National Dog Day honors those roles and offers a big thank you to our most popular four-legged friends.

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Watch emergency dispatch workers get a healing puppy visit
A therapy dog visited 911 emergency dispatch workers in Nelson County, Kentucky to offer cuddles and comfort after a community tragedy.
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