Everybody loves a birthday…. Rescue dogs deserve birthday celebrations and that was the thinking when North Shore Animal League America declared the first day of August as DOGust 1st^®, the official birthday of all rescue dogs or as we like to call them, Mutt-i-grees.

This year we’re getting the party started with 50% off adoption fees for all dogs 6 months and older throughout the month of August at our Alex and Elisabeth Lewyt Canine Adoption Center in Port Washington, NY.*

*All adoptions are subject to approval. Offer applies to adoptions of dogs 6 months or older only. Must be 21 or older to adopt. Spay/neuter deposit may apply. Available at our Port Washington, NY Adoption Center only.

Happy Birthday!

Find an Adoptable Mutt-i-gree Near You

You can find more amazing dogs closer to home when you enter your zip code below to find a shelter near you!

Did you catch our puppies as they stole the show on Good Morning America? Check them out here and maybe they could celebrate DOGust 1st with you next year as your new best friend!

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Get Your Celebration Kit

A kit full of fun including a Dogust 1st party banner, party hat, crown and many other entertaining props.

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Celebrate with a Gift for Our Mutt-i-grees

Select a gift from our AmazonSmile Charity Wish List. Our dedicated team has curated a special list of items for our dogs and puppies that are sure to brighten their day.

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You can also celebrate by making a donation to North Shore Animal League America to help us continue to find loving, responsible homes for all homeless animals in need.

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Celebrate on Social Media

Everyone can join the fun on social media! Share your favorite photos of your own rescue dogs and pups using #DOGust1st. Start posting today, we can’t wait to see how you’re celebrating!

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