Cornell Riney Canine Health Center

The experts have spoken, and today, August 10th, is Spoil Your Dog Day! Our experts are very knowledgeable in this subject, because they have four legs and a tail. 🐶 Our experts are, our dogs. 😂 So please make sure to spoil your furry friend a little extra today.

It's ! Help us celebrate with pictures of your favorite canine friends. Don't be shy, let's see those dogs! 📷🐶

August 4 is Assistance Dog Day! Honoring the extraordinary dogs whose skill, dedication, and partnership helps people live more independent lives. From guiding individuals who are blind or visually impaired to alerting their handlers to medical emergencies, these remarkable dogs perform life-changing tasks every day.

Beyond their specialized training, assistance dogs provide unwavering companionship, confidence, and support to the people who rely on them. This August 4, take a moment to recognize these incredible canine partners and the organizations that train and place them. Together, we can celebrate their impact and help ensure more people have access to these invaluable companions.

Happy DOGust! August 1st is the Universal Birthday for Shelter Dogs. To celebrate the Maddie's Shelter & Community Medicine at Cornell University, in collaboration with the Cornell Riney Canine Health Center, is sharing information on the benefits of adopting a shelter dog.

Benefits of Adopting a Shelter Dog:

Ready to Roll: Adopting a pet from the shelter means they will already be vaccinated, spayed/neutered and microchipped.

Variety to Choose From: You can often find a dog of any age, or size, from puppies to seniors.

Adopt 1, Save Many: Adopting one dog automatically helps save more dogs by making space in the shelter for another in need!

Foster to Adopt: You can consider fostering pes before adopting, to see how they fit into your home and lifestyle.

Enjoy the Love: It’s all worth it for the love and companionship you’ll get back.

If you are interested in adoption visit your local SPCA or Humane Society today! Many shelters are currently at capacity and need your help.

To find out more information about all things canine health check out the Riney Canine Health Center website.

Here is a look at some of the important dates and themes coming up! We'll have more info and showcase additional days as we progress through the month. 🐶

August | National Immunization Awareness Month
August | Itchy Pet Awareness Month
August 3-9 | International Assistance Dog Week
August 1 | DOGust Universal Birthday for Shelter Dogs
August 4 | Assistance Dog Day
August 6 | Fresh Breath Day
August 10 | Spoil Your Dog Day
August 15 | National Check the Chip Day
August 17 | International Non-Profit Day
August 26 | National Dog Day
August 26 | Women’s Equality Day
August 28 | Rainbow Bridge Remembrance Day

Happy National Mixed Breed Dog Day! 🐶 Today we’re celebrating the one-of-a-kind pups that come in all shapes, sizes, and shades of adorable. 🎉 From scruffy to sleek, curly to spotted — mixed breed dogs are full of endless love. 💕
Tell us about the special dog who wiggled their way into your heart and home! 🐕👇

Happy International Friendship Day from the Cornell Riney Canine Health Center. 🐾

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