National days
National Pie Day
Do you love pie? If so, then you’re in luck! It’s National Pie Day and everyone is encouraged to celebrate the occasion by baking, cooking, or buying their favorite pie! National Pie Day was founded by an engineer, brewer, and teacher named Charlie Papazian in 1975 when he declared that the special day be observed every 23rd of January—his birthday. However, because pie is such a crowd favorite, it’s also celebrated on the 1st of December! Pretty amazing, right? While most would think there’s a deeper meaning behind the pie-filled holiday, it’s actually just born out of Papazian’s love for […] Read more »
How to Have a Pet-Friendly Thanksgiving
Thanksgiving is one of the most treasured holidays in the United States—it’s also one of the busiest. Everything, from grocery shopping and food prepping to setting up home decorations and sending out invitations, needs careful planning. However, for pet parents, there are a few more things to consider. Thanksgiving is a food-centered celebration and with most pets being avid eaters, it’s so easy for them to accidentally ingest something that they shouldn’t. On top of that, strangers going in and out of the household can lead to feelings of stress, anxiety, and discomfort to some pets. We believe that pets […] Read more »
National Sardines Day
Packed in olive oil, tomato sauce, water, butter, or even mustard, sardines are one of the most widely consumed foods in the world. Although not everyone is a fan of their texture and smell, sardines are favored by most because of how inexpensive and convenient they are. However, that’s not all. Sardines are also known for being packed with vitamins and minerals, including Vitamin B12, which helps maintain normal brain and nerve function; and copper, which helps the body create healthy red blood cells. Who knew such a tiny fish could have so many health benefits, right? In celebration of […] Read more »
National Stuffing Day
Today is November 21st, also known as National Stuffing Day! The first mention of stuffing was actually in the Roman cookbook, Apicius De Re Coquinaria, and now, National Stuffing Day is observed annually. Traditional Thanksgiving stuffing is made with dried bread, onions, celery, seasonings, spices, and herbs. Many people also put meat or giblets from animals into the mixture as well. Stuffing received its name due to the fact that the ingredients are often stuffed into an animal or other foods, like turkey, chicken, or pork. While most people think of stuffing as the food associated with Thanksgiving Day, there […] Read more »
National Take A Hike Day
The holidays are sneaking up quickly, and on November 17th, get ready to hit the trails to get some exercise before all of the holiday sweets and treats are around! Bring your dog with you to join in on the activity and to keep you company on the trails. Is My Dog Ready To Hike With Me? There are many factors to consider before taking your dog on a hike with you. One important thing to think about is if your dog has good leash manners. While on a trail, you need to make sure that your dog […] Read more »
National Pickle Day
National Pickle Day is observed annually on November 14th. The history of the pickle goes way back to around 2030 B.C. when cucumbers were just starting to be pickled in India. Even though the food started in India, the Dutch are the ones who can take credit for the name. The original name, “peke,” translates to “brine.” Fitting, right? Whether you prefer Dill, Gherkin, Cornichon, Brined, Kosher Dill, Polish, Hungarian, Lime, Bread and Butter, Swedish, or Danish, grab a jar of your favorite type of pickles and celebrate today with a crunchy snack! What Is A Pickle? A pickle […] Read more »
Veterans Day
Veterans Day This November 11th, take some time out of your day to honor the military veterans that have served in the United States Armed Forces. This day honors all of those who have served the country, and it is intended to thank the living veterans for their sacrifices. On Veterans Day, don’t forget about the K9 heroes that have selflessly served across seas as well to help their human companions! Holiday History On the 11th hour of the 11th day of the 11th month of 1918, an agreement made between Germany and the Allied nations came into effect. […] Read more »
National Canine Lymphoma Awareness Day
This national holiday was submitted by Terry Simons, a well-respected and popular dog agility trainer and competitor who lost his furry best friend, Reveille, to lymphoma in 2011. Simons felt the need to educate himself about the disease and wanted to help others who may be going through the same thing. He created CLEAR (Canine Lymphoma Education Awareness and Research), a 501(C)3 non-profit dedicated to increasing the awareness and understanding of canine lymphoma through clinical research, as well as arming dog owners with the knowledge of prevention and treatment of this devastating disease. What Is Canine Lymphoma? Canine Lymphoma […] Read more »