When is International Homeless Animals Day 2023
International Homeless Animals Day 2023
Saturday, August 19, 2023
When is International Homeless Animals Day 2024
International Homeless Animals Day 2024
Saturday, August 17, 2024
Why we celebrate International Homeless Animals Day?
Humans began domesticating animals thousands of years ago. Today, these animals cannot live a long life without human help. Unfortunately, more than a million cats and dogs are left on the streets homeless. It is our fault that they starve, fall ill, are mistreated, and die. But it’s up to us to change the situation. International Homeless Animals Day is dedicated to the problem of homeless animals. It is celebrated to help animals live a good, long life and eradicate the problem of homeless animals.
It is believed that Japan was the first country to raise this issue. The first animal shelter was created there back in 1695. And Great Britain was the first to pass a law against cruelty to livestock. A law to protect animals from cruel treatment was enacted in the country in 1822. Even if they are the property of a person, they cannot be subjected to violence because animals are living beings and deserve the right to a long, healthy life. An International Society for Animal Rights (ISAR) was founded in 1959. Their purpose is to educate people about a responsible attitude toward animals.
But despite all these efforts, animals are still treated unfairly and they end up homeless, while shelters are overcrowded. This is not only unfair but also dangerous for society. For example, a homeless dog sick with rabies can attack a person and infect him. This is a global problem that needs to be addressed by the whole world. Thus, ISAR has begun to hold International Homeless Animals Day since 1992.
What Do People Do?
On this day, people’s activities are aimed at solving the problem of homeless animals. Shelters, services, veterinary clinics, and volunteers organize charity events. They urge not to buy pets from breeders but to adopt from shelters, as well as to sterilize them. This will reduce the number of stray animals. Caring people bring food and toys to shelters and also help find owners for pets. ISAR and other animal organizations hold various events to help our little friends. Anyone can join their activities.
How to Celebrate International Homeless Animals Day?
International Homeless Animals Day is celebrated annually on the third Saturday of August. This day is widely celebrated in the USA, France, and other countries. Also, International Cat Day and International Dog Day is celebrated in August. Provide assistance to homeless animals. Don’t pass them by, think about what you can do for them. Try to do this every day; and one day, the need for this holiday will cease.
Interesting facts about homeless animals
- The Japanese ruler Tokugawa Tsunayoshi was a tyrant but was merciful to animals. He issued a decree that equates dogs to human life. If someone killed a dog, then the death penalty awaited him;
- Richard Martin from the UK was the initiator of law against a cruel attitude toward animals. Once, he challenged to a duel a dog killer and also brought to trial a man who had beaten a donkey;
- Costa Rica has the largest shelter for stray dogs called Territorio de Zaguates. All dogs are looked after and treated by veterinarians;
- There are no homeless animals in the Netherlands. This is the only country in the world that has managed to solve the issue of homeless animals. Pet owners must sterilize pets, as well as pay taxes for their maintenance;
- Germany is the first country to settle the protection of animals in the Constitution.
International Homeless Animals Day Observances
List of dates for other years
| Weekday | Date | Year | Name |
|---|---|---|---|
| Saturday | 19 August | 2023 | International Homeless Animals Day |
| Saturday | 17 August | 2024 | International Homeless Animals Day |
| Saturday | 16 August | 2025 | International Homeless Animals Day |
| Saturday | 15 August | 2026 | International Homeless Animals Day |
| Saturday | 21 August | 2027 | International Homeless Animals Day |
| Saturday | 19 August | 2028 | International Homeless Animals Day |
| Saturday | 18 August | 2029 | International Homeless Animals Day |
| Saturday | 17 August | 2030 | International Homeless Animals Day |
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List of Common Holidays in 2023
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