The Pedigree people have christened this Saturday, October 11 International Dogs Rule Day. I know Dog Art Today readers celebrate their dogs every day with passion and creativity. And I am in awe by the generous ways you support issues that impact the welfare of dogs, especially shelter dogs, but why not give our friends their own super, extra special day, too?
It's a great excuse to upload all those photos sitting in your camera. Or download them and make that collage you've been meaning to make (that one is for me.) Or sleep in late with extra belly rubs. Or get up early for a long walk. Let your dog decide, as if s/he doesn't already.
There are 101 ways to celebrate at DogsRuleDay.com. Here are some of my favorites:
#29 Get a professional photo taken. The best selection of dog photographers from all over the country is right here on Dog Art Today. Find one in your area and make an appointment.
Sabrina Helas, Los Angeles
#41 Give up your favorite chair.
Squeak by Sharon Montrose, Santa Monica
# 45 Get a tattoo of your dog. If you're in LA go to Onizuka Tattoo like my friend Allison did.
Tattoos of a Dog Lover by tby_v
#47 Get your dog a fire hydrant. The Hydrant Dog Bed by For the Dogs would be perfect.
#54 Go a shelter and give the dogs some love and attention. Check out the sweeties that Dog Art Today reader, Grace Chon of LA's Shine Pet Photos, photographs for the rescue Paw'd Squad. You might just come home with this little guy, Helio, an 8 week-old American Staffordshire Mix. Or simply make a donation.
Helio needs a home today.
#74 Watch a dog movie marathon. Or better yet, sneak your dog into Beverly Hills Chihuahua.
via Gowanus Lounge
And here is my tip…
#102 Save the date November 15 to bid on the Dogs Rule Fatbook, a labor of love created by 13 different dog artists from across the country (myself included). All proceeds from the auction go to the animal rescue A Place to Bark. Watch the sneak peek video:
And last but not least, stop by facebook and join the Dog Rule Day celebration by uploading photos + videos of your precious pup.
