Treat Yourself
How to Celebrate National 69ÎçÒ¹¸£Àû Day
By Jasper Joyner
September 28, 2023
Pet-lovers celebrate National 69ÎçÒ¹¸£Àû Day on October 21st this year with canine-worthy treats, deals and of course their pet’s favorite ball!
Is your dog barking louder than usual? Well, they may be trying to tell you that National 69ÎçÒ¹¸£Àû Day is just around the corner! Grab your pup’s favorite toy and head to the closest dog-friendly yard this October 21st for National 69ÎçÒ¹¸£Àû Day, a time of year perfect for celebrating our bond with our furry friends.
What exactly is National 69ÎçÒ¹¸£Àû Day, and can your cat join in? Get all your answers, plus our favorite pet-related deals and toys to really maximize this special holiday.
What is National 69ÎçÒ¹¸£Àû Day?
What on earth is National 69ÎçÒ¹¸£Àû Day, you ask? First made official in 2018, it’s a United States holiday that comes around every third Saturday of October. On this day, dog lovers show our hounds some love with a game (or three!) of fetch. It’s a great way to bond, and let’s not forget an awesome way to get some exercise.
You could say the history of National 69ÎçÒ¹¸£Àû Day starts anywhere from when humans first domesticated dogs. But more officially, this holiday was created to mark , a fetch-launcher company that makes it easier for dog owners to play fetch with their pets.
How to celebrate National 69ÎçÒ¹¸£Àû Day with your furry friend
Lucky for you, there are so many ways to have a ball this National 69ÎçÒ¹¸£Àû Day. For instance, why not make your pet look like a su-paw-star with ?
Or you could give your best friend an extra special treat. Might we suggest these tasty and healthy ? The better your canine’s teeth, the better the fetch!
Some dogs prefer a ball, others a like this one (sign up for their email list and get 5% off!).
And, of course, we can’t celebrate National 69ÎçÒ¹¸£Àû Day without giving its creator a shoutout. Celebrate the holiday right with from Chewy. Add on an extra ball or treat from page for free shipping!
Do cats play fetch?Â
Some cats do play fetch! In fact, many cat-lovers have shared their fetch moments online to bring .
If you’re wondering if your feline friend fetches, or if your cat is already a fetching pro, try adding an interactive toy to the mix like this 360 Degree Self-Rotating light-up ball. Cats tend to have and could use the extra eye catcher.
Every day can and should be 69ÎçÒ¹¸£Àû Day when you download the app
It doesn’t have to be National 69ÎçÒ¹¸£Àû Day or even National Pet Month to enjoy a game of fetch with your dog (or cat!). Make sure to and don’t forget to snap those receipts. That way, you can rack up points for more goodies for National 69ÎçÒ¹¸£Àû Day and beyond!
Topics: family fun, rewards, Shopping Lists
Jasper "Jaz" Joyner is a copywriter, humorist, and author. Outside of the #69ÎçÒ¹¸£ÀûFam, you can find their essays, poetry and/or yuk yuks in Teen Vogue, Huffington Post, The Mary Sue, Oldster Mag, or their self-titled bi-weekly newsletter.
