Dogs in Yellow

Do you know what it means if a dog is wearing Yellow? It means that the dog needs SPACE.

National Dogs in Yellow Day #DogsInYellow

On the 20th of March, we celebrate National Dogs in Yellow Day, #DogsInYellow, a day dedicated to raising awareness about anxiety in dogs and promoting the colour yellow as a signal for dogs needing space. The National Dogs in Yellow Day is a powerful initiative born out of empathy and understanding for anxious dogs. These dogs, symbolised by wearing the colour yellow, need SPACE. The more people understand this, the better we can create a world that respects their needs.

Why does a dog wear Yellow?

A dog might be wearing yellow for several reasons. It could be reactive, fearful, elderly, or recovering from an accident, illness, or operation. They might also be in training or have a history of trauma. Each dog has its own story, and understanding their needs is crucial. The last thing they need is to be approached or jumped on by other dogs who wants to play.

Sarah Jones, who runs My Anxious Dog, is behind the national day.

Here is Sarah’s story: ‘I have a dog called Bella. She was attacked by another dog when she was a puppy, and this is where her fear of dogs started; it left her terrified. She would react to other dogs if they came too close, either growling or lunging, because she was scared. It prompted pitiful looks from passers-by as if you were stupid to own a vicious or aggressive dog. It felt so infuriating to watch people tut and drag their dogs away once they managed to grab their collars! People don't realise what some of these anxious dogs have been through. So, I wanted to find a way for our #dogsinyellow to be understood. We will reach more unknowing dog owners through compassionate awareness-raising and spread the understanding far and wide.

All our #dogsinyellow want and need is space, and the world feels much less frightening.’

Why the colour Yellow?

Yellow was chosen for its visibility and universal recognition as a cautionary colour. It’s easily noticeable in various lighting conditions and stands out against different backgrounds. Yellow is commonly associated with caution and warning signs, making it a natural choice to signal that a dog requires space and should not be approached. Yellow is also a vibrant and warm colour that reflects the love, dedication and bond you share with your dog.

My Anxious Dog Website

Sarah sells a variety of yellow items on her website, My Anxious Dog. Here is the link; https://myanxiousdog.co.uk

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IF YOU'RE IN OUR YELLOW ARMY, LET'S GET OUR DOGS IN YELLOW TRENDING. Post a photo or lots of your gorgeous anxious dog, and don't forget the hashtag #dogsinyellow. This hashtag helps us track the movement and spread awareness about the importance of giving anxious dogs space.

Together, we can make a difference for anxious dogs everywhere.