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The Inside Scoop On Best Friends Animal Society

Best Friends Animal Society was established in 1984 to help furry friends in need. The non-profit started as an Animal Sanctuary, located in southern Utah, which is still open. Over the past four decades, Best Friend Animal Society has expanded and has several locations in Los Angeles, New York, Atlanta, Houston, Northwest Arkansas, Florida, and Pennsylvania. Here’s what you need to know about the organization.

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Why Adopt A Shelter Dog Month Should Be Celebrated All Year Round

October is coming to an end, meaning that Adopt A Shelter Dog Month is officially over. For those unaware, the celebration was launched by the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (ASPCA) 40 years ago to bring awareness to pups in shelters and rescues. According to the ASPCA, over 3 million dogs are placed in shelters annually, meaning many furry friends need a forever home. For this reason, here at Woof Republic, we believe that Adopt A Shelter Dog Month should be celebrated all year round by helping dogs in need.

Here are some ways dog-lovers can help canine companions who do not have a permitted home.

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What DOGust Means For Rescue Dogs

If you adopted your canine companion from a shelter, you likely don’t know their actual birthday, which is a shame because dogs are really into birthday parties. Thankfully, thirteen years ago, North Shore Animal League America decided to make August 1st “the Universal Birthday for Shelter Dogs and rescue pets,” as reported by the Union Springs Herald. The annual celebration is known as DOGust.

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