11/02/2026
Every year, during the first full week in November (beginning with a Sunday), The Humane Society of the United States observes National Animal Shelter Appreciation Week.
The goal of the week-long celebration is to recognize and show appreciation to animal shelters and the individuals who care for homeless animals.
According to Martha Speaks from pbs.org:
“There are approximately 3,500 animal shelters across the United States, available to serve the estimated 6–8 million homeless animals that seek refuge each year, but only about half are adopted. While 63 percent of American households include pets, fewer than 20 percent of them were adopted from shelters.”
Dog Guard appreciates everyone who cares for the animals who don't have forever homes!
