Let’s Celebrate
Today on August 26th, we celebrate National Dog Day 2022! This holiday was created to show our appreciation for all the ways our dogs, our fur babies, enrich our lives. We celebrate by spending time with our furry friends, playing, hiking, paddle boarding, bathing and making homemade dog treats.
Dogs have been our loyal companions for millennia. They were the first animal to be domesticated and have since been bred to become the perfect companion for humans. Dogs have been by our side through thick and thin, and there’s no denying the special bond we share with them.
On National Dog Day 2022, we celebrate all the ways dogs make our lives better. From the wagging tail that greets us at the door after a long day to the furry friend that cuddles with us on the couch or in bed, dogs bring joy into our lives in a million different ways.
Dogs also provide us with important health benefits. Studies have shown that dog owners have lower blood pressure and cholesterol levels, are less likely to suffer from depression, and have a longer life expectancy. We like to give back to our furry friends and keep them healthy by going on regular walks, hikes and even a little paddle boarding. Our boys love to stand at the front of the board and take in all the fresh air.
Let’s Make Some Treats
Something else we like to do for our fur babies is make homemade dog treats using our Vitamix Blender. Check out how we make them:
Scroll down for the recipe.
Bath Time!
Another great way to show your love and affection for fur babies is through grooming and bath time. Bath time is super important and a great way to bond with your puppy dog. Our all-time favorite soap to use is Susan’s Canine Creations Shampoo Bar. Over the years we have tried so many different dog soaps and this one is by FAR the absolute best one, it leaves their fur feeling so soft and silky. You’ll just have to try it for yourself.
So on August 26th, let’s take a moment to show our appreciation for the furry friends who make our lives better in so many ways.
Spend time with your dog, donate to a dog charity, or simply spread the word about responsible dog ownership. And don’t forget to give your furry friend a big hug—they’ve earned it!
Homemade Dog Treats ~ Vitamix ~ Freezer No Bake
Ingredients
- 1 whole chicken bones We eat most of the meat off the bones first 😉
- 3 carrots
- 1 cup frozen blueberries
- 1 handful parsley
- 10-15 tablets COSEQUIN DS for dogs
- 3 tbsp coconut oil
- 10-15 capsules fish oil
- 1/2 – 1 tsp CBD depending on strength
- 4-6 cups water or bone broth
Instructions
- Put all ingredients into a large 64 ounce Vitamix container.
- Start on speed 1 and gradually increase to high.
- Blend on high for roughly 2 minutes or until completely smooth. As you blend and grind the chicken bones it will sound loud, this is totally normal, you’re grinding bones!
- Once you have a smooth creamy gravy consistency, pour into silicone freezer trays and freeze!