Yes, that’s a thing. And yes, it’s today.
The 11-year-old celebration sponsored by Animal Planet focuses on the joys of adoption, training tips, and the overall benefits of pet ownership.
Even if you don’t own a puppy, today makes for a great reason to scroll through puppy videos on social media.
Carlin, an 8-week-old pit bull, asks if he’s going to forever home in March 2015.
Author Colleen Paige began the tradition of National Puppy Day in 2006, and the celebration gains traction with each passing year.
#NationalPuppyDay was the top hashtag on Twitter for most of the day Thursday, with more than 220,000 posts by noon Pacific Time.
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Major retailers like Amazon participate in National Puppy Day, offering discounts and specials on products like canine carriers and toys.
Visit the National Puppy Day’s official site for suggestions on how to celebrate–or to simply see more pictures of dogs.