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National Dog Day highlights pet safety, adoption opportunities

By ABC 4 · August 26, 2026 · 1 min read
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SALT LAKE CITY (ABC4) — It's National Dog Day. This yearly event was established 22-years-ago in 2004. According to the American Red Cross, National Dog Day was established not only to celebrate dogs, but also to raise awareness and encourage people to consider adoption.

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