August 26th is a day marked as National Dog Day. But for pet owners everywhere, you know that one day would never be enough to celebrate the love and joy your dogs have brought into your life. Every day is a great day when you have a dog to greet you at the door each day. So today, let’s celebrate that love a little more in honor of the “holiday”! And see some photos of my pups below!
History Of National Dog Day
According to NationalDogDay.com, this special day was founded in 2004, which means this year is the 20th anniversary of the special day. It was founded by Animal Welfare Advocate, Author, and Pet Lifestyle Expert Colleen Paige. It’s a day to celebrate all breeds while also bringing attention to the many dogs that need to be rescued each year from shelters and rescues.
The day celebrates and honors family dogs, as well as working dogs. Whether it’s the family dog protecting his home and family, a police K-9, a service dog, a bomb or drug dog, or a search and rescue dog, these animals work hard day in and day out. National Dog Day is a special day dedicated to these beloved animals that supply us with endless love and loyalty.
Deals For National Dog Day
There are some specials you can find to treat your pup today, although some of these you’ll find at locations all year round.
According to AARP, Mars, Inc. has a special treat for dogs and their owners. On August 26th only, visit MarsSummerTreatPack.com at 10 a.m. ET to claim a free limited-edition treat pack. The bundle comes with M&M’s Ice Cream Cookie Sandwiches for the pet parent and Greenies Dental Treats for Dogs.
BarkBox, a popular subscriber-based dog toy and treat company, is offering new subscribers their first monthly BarkBox for just $5. The deal ends on August 27th. You can also get a free treat bundle with a $30 purchase at barkshop.com on National Dog Day using the code DOGDAYBUNDLE at check out.
BarkBox also has a National Dog Day Tattoo Contest. Now through September 6th, you can enter the contest with a photo and brief summary of why you deserve a free tattoo of your dog. Two hundred people will be selected to win a $150 Visa gift card to use toward a dog-inspired tattoo.
From now through September 30th, PetSmart has partnered with DOGTV to offer two months of free access for PetSmart Treats Rewards members (a free program offered by PetSmart).
New customers on Chewy.com can get a $20 e-gift card with an order of $49 or more with the code WELCOME. The offer is good through 6:29 a.m. ET on September 23rd.
Purina also has a deal for pet owners. They currently have a smart ID tag promotion. You can simply fill out a form to receive a complimentary Dynotag SuperPetID smart tag. These tags store basic information that can help find your pet if they ever get lost.
Celebrating Fur Babies
I couldn’t celebrate National Dog Day without sharing some of my favorite photos of my own pups. So, without further ado, here are my two: Harley (8-year-old female) and Waylon (2-year-old male)!
