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Calling all dog owners! September 1 marks the start of Responsible Dog Ownership Month. This month-long celebration was created to promote responsible pet ownership and educate people on how to properly care for their furry friends. Did you know that dogs have been domesticated for over 15,000 years? They truly are man's best friend and deserve to be treated with love, care, and respect. So let's take this opportunity to show our appreciation for our loyal companions and learn how we can be responsible dog owners together!
<div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1800s</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>First Dog License Law</div><div class='timeline-text'>In the 1800s, New York issued the first dog license law as a measure against rampant dog bites, starting a trend towards responsible pet ownership.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1931</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Formation of Seeing Eye, Inc.</div><div class='timeline-text'>Seeing Eye, Inc., the first guide dog school in United States, was founded in 1931. Guide dogs represent an important aspect of responsible dog ownership.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1974</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Establishment of Delta Society</div><div class='timeline-text'>Delta Society (now Pet Partners) is established in 1974 to study the effects of pets on human health and promote responsible pet ownership.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1987</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Start of Therapy Dogs International</div><div class='timeline-text'>Therapy Dogs International, a volunteer based organization that regulates, tests and registers therapy dogs and their handlers for visitations to hospitals, nursing homes, and other facilities, was founded.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2004</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Responsible Dog Ownership Month</div><div class='timeline-text'>September declared as Responsible Dog Ownership Month by the American Kennel Club to promote care and responsibility among dog owners.</div></div></div>
<div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>1</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Adopt a rescue dog</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>What better way to celebrate Responsible Dog Ownership Month than by giving a loving home to a rescue dog in need? Visit your local animal shelter or search online for rescue organizations to find your new furry family member.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>2</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Train your dog</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Responsible dog ownership involves proper training for your furry friend. Sign up for obedience classes or work on training at home to ensure a happy and well-behaved dog.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>3</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Volunteer at a local animal shelter</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Give back to the community and help homeless dogs by volunteering at a local animal shelter. You can walk dogs, help with cleaning and grooming, and even assist with adoption events.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>4</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Throw a dog-friendly party</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Gather your dog-loving friends and their furry companions for a dog-friendly party. Have treats and toys available for the pups and celebrate responsible dog ownership together.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>5</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Educate others on responsible dog ownership</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Spread awareness about responsible dog ownership by educating others. Share tips on proper care, training, and adoption, and encourage others to be responsible dog owners as well.</p></div></div>
<div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>A</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Promotes the wellbeing of dogs</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Responsible dog ownership means taking proper care of your furry friend - from providing a healthy diet and regular vet checkups, to ensuring they get enough exercise and socialization. This ultimately leads to a happier and healthier dog!</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>B</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Creates safer communities</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>A responsible dog owner knows their dog's behavior and takes necessary precautions to prevent any harm to others. By promoting responsible ownership, we can reduce instances of aggressive or uncontrollable dogs in our neighborhoods.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>C</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Educates owners on pet welfare laws</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>On Responsible Dog Ownership Month, many organizations use the opportunity to educate pet owners on local laws regarding animal welfare. This helps ensure that dogs are treated properly and not subjected to abuse or neglect.</p></div></div>
<div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>1</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Dogs are as smart as a two-year-old toddler</h3><p class='facts-content'>Canine researchers have found that on average, dogs can understand about 165 words, possibly more with training. They can also count up to five and can perform simple mathematical calculations, akin to a two-year-old child.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>2</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Dogs have an incredible sense of smell</h3><p class='facts-content'>A dog's sense of smell is estimated to be between 10,000 to 100,000 times more sensitive than humans'. This is why dogs are employed in detection duties across various law enforcement agencies.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>3</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Dogs are capable of understanding human emotions</h3><p class='facts-content'>Dogs are able to pick up on subtle changes in their owner's scent, which can help them figure out how their human is feeling—such as smelling your perspiration when you become nervous or fearful. </p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>4</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>There are hundreds of different dog breeds worldwide</h3><p class='facts-content'>The American Kennel Club currently recognizes 197 dog breeds, though there are surely many more less-common breeds around the world which showcases the diversity of canine companions.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>5</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Dogs have been domesticated for over 15,000 years</h3><p class='facts-content'>Dogs were likely the first animals to be domesticated, before any plants were cultivated or other animals were tamed. The bond between humans and dogs extends back thousands of years.</p></div></div>
Responsible Dog Ownership Month is celebrated on September 1 every year. In 2024, Responsible Dog Ownership Month will occur on a Sunday.
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