Pictures And Facts To Celebrate Dogs for National Puppy Day Adoption And Rescue

New information - Even if you don't have a furry friend, National Puppy Day is cause for celebration. Thursday's holiday aims to not only show appreciation for man's best friend but also to raise awareness about puppy mills and the importance of rescuing and adopting orphaned puppies. It’s estimated that there are at least 10,000 puppy mills operating in the United States, according to the Puppy Mill Project. Puppy mills often house hundreds to thousands of dogs, prioritizing profit over the animals’ well-being. Many live in unsanitary conditions and receive little to no veterinary care. While those dogs are being bred for profit, more than 3 million dogs live in animal shelters throughout the U.S. each year, according to the ASPCA. More than 1 million of those are euthanized every year. Most states have no laws or minimal laws regulating puppy mills and commercial breeding. Founded in 2006 by celebrity pet expert and author Colleen Page, National Puppy Day ha...