Happy National Dog Day!

By Hope Bidegainberry on August 26, 2019

Guy and his dog, golden retriever, nature

 Give your dog an extra treat or two, because it’s NATIONAL DOG DAY.  Here are a few quick stats from a recent survey about man’s best friend . . .

1. 86% of dog owners tell their dog “I love you” at least once a month.
2.   73% buy their dog at least one gift a month.
3. 68% sometimes let their dog sleep with them in bed.
4. 79% of women and 67% of men think that showing love toward a dog is attractive.
5. 39% of women and 23% of men with dogs would rather hang out at home with them than go on a date.
6. 86% of dog owners say their dog helps comfort them.
7. 65% say owning a dog makes them more loving.
8. 64% look forward to coming home because of their dog.
9. And just under two-thirds say that having a dog teaches them to be more patient.