White Dog and The White Dog Army are Thankful on this Thursday that today is National Pet Day. It is a day designed to celebrate the joy that pet companions bring to our lives. At White Dog Ranch every day is a grateful sharing of the richness and sense of completeness that each member has added to our day and to our family. Today we took extra time with each of the White Ones to remind them of their day of joining the Army, how much they contribute to our Pack, and how uniquely special they are to all of us...and we celebrated with extra treats (which even Nuka enjoyed).
But there is a sad reason that this day was created. More than 16,000 pets die in shelters on a daily basis unloved and homeless. Many more roam the streets and are feral. If each person who reads or hears about National Pet Day takes the time to share with one other; imagine the awareness that will be raised! And if one out of every 100 people who hear makes the decision to volunteer at a rescue or shelter, to foster or adopt, or to sponsor community efforts to decrease the senseless deaths (667 per hour)...what a difference will be made!
Finally, in recognition of Preventing Animal Cruelty month, National Pet Day advocates for a pet population that is spayed or neutered, that is treated with compassion by an educated public, and that is appreciated as valued members of their families (not yard living or chained accessories).
Spread the word...and celebrate your furred ones!
