National Brown Dog Day is celebrated on February 2nd to honor and appreciate brown dogs and their companionship. Established by Debra Loveless Williams, the day encourages dog lovers to engage in activities such as learning about brown dog breeds, adopting brown dogs from shelters, and watching movies featuring brown dogs, like "Lady and the Tramp" and "Scooby Doo." While primarily observed in the United States, other countries like the UK and Australia also participate by hosting adoption drives and themed gatherings. The day aims to combat biases against brown dogs, often facing longer shelter stays due to misconceptions about their temperament. Activities may include organizing "brown dog parades" or fundraising bake sales to support shelters.