You'll Go Wild Over Them - National Dog Day By Photographer and Contributor Simie Seaman
National Dog Day By Photographer and Contributor Simie Seaman
National Dog Day is an annual event celebrated on August 26.
This day was founded and created by Colleen Paige, an animal behaviorist and rescue advocate who is also nicknamed the “Animal Oracle”. She has a formidable ability to connect with dogs and loves them dearly. She was only 10 years old when her family adopted her first pet dog from a local animal shelter on the 26th of August 2004.
Her mission is to reach out to people and encourage them to rescue dogs and give them a forever home. It is also to create an awareness of the number of dogs that are in rescue centers and encourage their adoption.
Colleen learned how to train dogs at the National Institute of Dog Training in Los Angeles. With her unique approach and understanding of animal behavior, she has trained dogs all over the world across Ireland, England, Belgium, and the Philippines.
Ever since its inception and recognition as National Dog Day in 2004, the 26th of August has been recognized worldwide in commemoration as International Dog Day due to its global recognition. Its global outreach has also given it the title of International Dog Day as well.
Sadly, each year, millions of dogs become homeless because they are unwanted or their owners are unable to care for them. National Dog Day aims to encourage people to adopt dogs from shelters and rescue organizations.
Having a dog is much more than just having a pet. There are many dogs out there who need saving, who need a home to be loved and cared for. National Dog Day serves as a reminder that dogs have every right to live a loving, abuse-free life.
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Simie Seaman, enthusiast amateur photographer, history buff and collector of beautiful things. Simie is President of the Wilmington Historical Society.
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