Trust marketers to come up with ever newer ways to make you spend money you may not even have (remember those credit cards you keep using?). As if Valentine’s Day, Father’s Day and Mother’s Day were not enough, there is now National Dog Mom’s Day in the USA, which falls on the second Saturday of May, a day before the day dedicated to human mamas. And if it’s happening in the USA, can the rest of the world be far behind?
Award-winning singer, songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist Meghan Trainor, mother to two children, a dog mum, and the first celebrity partner for pet food brand Freshpet, has shared tips on making the day memorable for dog mums and their furry babies.
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“It’s a day to honour the love and loyalty that our pets give us every day,” said Trainor, who burst on the music scene with the diamond-certified smash single ‘All About That Bass’ in 2014. “I’m planning some fun activities with my dogs in order to celebrate Dog Mom’s Day,” she continued. “We have playdates, time with my two boys, a picnic, and I’m determined to spend some quiet time alone with my dogs.”
Whether celebrating alone or with other dog mums, here are some tips for those who want to make the day special:
- Put together a dog mum playdate: Gather your dog mum friends, and along with all of your pups, plan a trip to a dog park, the dog beach, or even a dog-friendly cafe. Not only is this a great way to catch up with friends, but your dogs will also benefit from the opportunity to socialize with one another. Trainor’s new song, “I’m a Dog Mom”, will be a great anthem for the day—play it for the whole group to dance to and enjoy.
- Capture some special memories: The first option might be difficult in most Indian cities, so the next is to take your own photos or hire a professional! Not only is this another fun way to spend the day together, but you have a keepsake to capture the memories. You can:
- Frame the photos for your family wall
- Make a photo book
- Print them on a mug or T-shirt
- Have your favourite photo turned into a woven blanket
- Commission a piece of art: In addition to photos, there are artists who create beautiful pieces of art for pet owners. The choice of medium is endless, but some popular options include paintings, sculptures, digital art, or engraved jewellery.
- Go for a picnic (Trainor’s favourite tip): “Going for an outdoor picnic is another way to celebrate,” says the musician. “There are dog-friendly parks or beaches or even your own backyard. Once you have decided on a location, consider bringing along your comfiest blanket for lounging and some toys for your dog to make the picnic even more fun.” This, however, might be easier said than done in many parts of India, given the heat-wave conditions.
- Plan a special meal together: If the weather isn’t cooperating, or you would just prefer to eat at home, you can always make a tasty meal to pair with your dog’s favourite food. If you want to go the extra mile, you could create a tasty barkuterie board with a variety of dog-friendly foods, such as fruits, vegetables, meats, and cheeses. Make sure to only include items that are safe for dogs, like carrot and cucumber strips, blueberries, bananas, and strawberries, as well as a low-sodium turkey jerky.
Freshpet is the leading fresh food for dogs and cats in North America, feeding fresh to over 12 million pet households, while pushing the boundaries of sustainable practices. The recipes are developed by veterinarian nutritionists and made with natural whole ingredients, like fresh meats, vegetables and fruits, which are cooked in small batches at lower temperatures to preserve their natural goodness. Sustainably made in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania, and their new kitchen in Ennis, Texas, Freshpet foods and treats are kept refrigerated until they arrive at Freshpet fridges at the local market, or are delivered to the customer’s door. The food is now available in a growing number of mass, grocery, natural food, club, and pet speciality retailers across the USA, Canada and Europe, as well as online in the USA for direct delivery in select markets.
Source: PR Newswire
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