National Dog Dad Day🐶

About National Dog Dad Day

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Summary
Celebrate the bond on National Dog Dad Day, a day for proud pet parents to enjoy and honor their furry friends.

Celebrated the day before Father’s Day, National Dog Dad Day honors men of all ages who are proud pet parents.

The national holiday aims to strengthen the unique bond between dogs and their male owners as a day to prioritize spending time together.

The holiday was established in June 2021 by Ashley Bercaw. Though not a dog dad, Bercaw saw a need to honor the special relationship between men and their canine companions.

How do you celebrate National Dog Dad Day?

National Dog Dad Day is about celebrating the canines that feel like children.

This can be done in a variety of ways, like taking a long walk, baking a dog-friendly treat or gifting your dog a new chew toy.

Another way to celebrate the holiday is taking your dog to a local dog park

Is there a National Dog Mom Day?

Yes, National Dog Mom Day is celebrated annually on the second Saturday in May, before Mother’s Day. The holiday was founded in 2018 by “Dig,” a dating site for dog people. Similar to National Dog Dad Day, the holiday honors the special bond between women and their furry friends.

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