National Mutt Day Mutts, crossbreds, and mixed-breeds- no matter what you call them, these dogs of many breeds are really something pretty special. These oftentimes overlooked dogs make the best companions and come along with so many benefits. I mean come on, we are all mutts if you think about it! We all come from different backgrounds and are all blends of different countries, nationalities, and races. What could be better than a dog of a similar background? National Mutt Day was created by Celebrity Pet Expert and Animal Welfare Advocate, Colleen Paige, and founded in 2005. The holiday […] Read more »
Grab your bathing suit and floaties because today is National Waterpark Day! The summer heat can be just as unbearable for dogs as it is for us humans. Just think about all that warm fur that dogs have to wear all day! Let your pet cool off in the water and join in on today’s fun activities! Visit A Dog-Only Waterpark in St. Louis Unfortunately, most waterparks are not pet-friendly and do not allow you to bring your pup along on your day trip. Can you imagine all of the dog hair that would be in the pools? Yuck! […] Read more »
National Drive-Thru Day Today is National Drive-Thru Day, a day dedicated to the convenience of getting food without leaving your car! America’s first drive-thru restaurant opened in 1947 ( and no, it wasn’t a McDonald’s). It is claimed that Red’s Giant Hamburg on Route 66 in Springfield, Mo., developed the drive-through window service. Red’s closed in 1984, so the award for the longest-running burger drive-thru goes to the original In-N-Out Burger that opened in 1948 in the Los Angeles area. So who created this holiday? The first drive-thru-focused chain restaurant opened in 1951 as Jack in the Box. The original […] Read more »
National Hammock Day Kick your feet up and relax because today is National Hammock Day! On July 22nd, enjoy the perks of summer by resting, swinging, or sleeping in a comfortable hammock under your favorite pair of trees. We live in such a busy world, so it is so important to take the time to slow down from the hustle and bustle of daily life! Hammock History…Did You Know? Did you know that hammocks were originally developed by Central and South American natives for sleeping? The first hammocks were made from tree bark, and later the bark was replaced […] Read more »
National I Love Horses Day Every July 15th, we get the opportunity to celebrate an animal that is strong, beautiful, and has had a significant role in history. Today is National I Love Horses Day! With over 350 breeds of ponies and horses in the world today, these animals have given humans so many reasons to love them. Horses and History Horses have played a major role in our country’s history. They have helped revolutionize agriculture and farming, served as a form of transportation, aided in communication, and helped the military during the war. Before the invention of tractors, […] Read more »
National French Fry Day French fries. If you’ve ever been through a drive-thru, then you know all about the golden, crispy, sizzling hot fried food that we’re talking about! Whether you enjoy your fries plain, with chili cheese sauce, waffle-style or curly, today is the day to celebrate the greasy food! According to National Day Calendar, some people believe that french fries got their name during World War I when the American soldiers arrived in Belgium and tried Belgian fries. French was the official language of the Belgian Army at that time, so it is possible that the American soldiers […] Read more »
National Different Colored Eyes Day William Shakespeare once said, “The eyes are the window into the soul.” Well someone with two different colored eyes must point to a pretty unique individual! Today, July 12th, we celebrate those individuals with multi-colored eyes, whether they have just a splash of color or two completely different colored eyes. Did you know that not only people but pets can also have two different colored eyes? Why Do Some Individuals Have Different Colored Eyes? A person or pet having two different colored eyes is very rare and can be caused by several factors. The […] Read more »