August DogDays Calendar – DoggieUK9

Things to observe or celebrate for the month of August. Lots of days to help us be more aware of our furry family and friends.

August highlights two month-long things to be aware of for our pets.  Two special weeks in August and many special days.

Awareness for the Entire Month 

  • National Immunization Awareness Month
  • Itchy Pet Awareness Month

Awareness Weeks

  • August 6–12 | International Assistance Dog Week (first full week of August)
  • August 6–12 | Give a Dog a Bone Week (first full week of August)

Holidays and Awareness Days

  • August 1 | DOGust Universal Birthday for Shelter Dogs
  • August 4 | Assistance Dog Day
  • August 6 | Fresh Breath Day
  • August 8 | International Cat Day
  • August 10 | Spoil Your Dog Day
  • August 14 | World Lizard Day
  • August 15 | National Check the Chip (or get a Chip) Day
  • August 16 | Saint Roch’s Day (patron saint of dogs)
  • August 19 | International Homeless Animals’ Day
  • August 23 | Blind Dog Day
  • August 26 | National Dog Day
  • August 30 | National Holistic Pet Day