Mutt’s Day

Mutt’s Day: Mix It Up With A Mutt 

Mutt is not an insult; it’s a badge of honor for mixed breed dogs, often overlooked in the canine world.
Mixed breed dogs, or as they’re affectionately known, “mutts,” often get overlooked because humans sometimes get carried away breeding extremely fancy dogs of all sizes, colors, and shapes. They come in all shapes, sizes, and colors, and they are just as special and deserving of love as any purebred dog.
Mutt’s Day, celebrated on July 31st and December 2nd each year, aims to change that narrative by celebrating these marvelous mongrels not just one day per year, but twice!
Forget designer labels, mutts are the ‘one-of-a-kind’ fashion trend you want to snuggle with!

Defining the ‘M’ Word

The word “mutt” is often used as a derogatory term for mixed-breed dogs.
“Mutt” is derived from “muttonhead,” which was once used to describe a person with unconventional or odd features. Over time, it got its paws into the world of dogs, labeling those with mixed ancestry as “mutts.” However, many mutt owners and advocates are reclaiming the word and using it as a term of endearment. After all, there is nothing wrong with being a mutt!
In a world where purebred dogs often hog the limelight, mixed breeds have their own set of perks. Mixed breed dogs carry the legacy of countless canine ancestors, resulting in a diverse gene pool that often makes them healthier and heartwarmingly unique.
The diversity in their appearance doesn’t hurt either; it’s a parade of cuteness that never ends!

The Original Canine Mixtape

Purebreds often steal the spotlight with their elegance and regal lineage, but mutts often end up in shelters, not because they’re inferior, but due to the misconceptions and biases that surround them. Beauty is in the eye of the beholder, and mutts often come with a unique blend of characteristics that make them stunning in their own right. Their diverse gene pool often means they’re less prone to certain genetic health issues that can affect purebreds.

Mutts are like a mixed tape of your favorite songs, providing you with the best of all worlds. They understand that life is a mix of joy, challenges, and everything in between. Each mutt is a living, breathing work of art. They are Mother Nature’s remix of doggy DNA, creating the happiest, healthiest, and most huggable pups on the planet.
Mutts are one-of-a-kind, just like you!

The Origin of Mutt’s Day

Mutt’s Day, the day dedicated to the celebration of mixed breed dogs, is the brainchild of animal welfare advocate Colleen Paige, who launched this holiday in 2005.
Paige was inspired to create the holiday after seeing so many dogs with unknown pedigrees in shelters and rescues. In a world often enamored by purebreds, this day was created to bridge the gap and show that mutts are just as extraordinary.
To make it twice as nice, she marked not one but two days on the calendar, July 31 and December 2, to ensure that mutts get double the love and give them the chance for a well-deserved forever home.
Over the years, Mutt’s Day has gone from being a niche celebration to a global movement.

How You Can Be a Part of the Paw-ty

Ready to show your love for mutts on Mutt’s Day?
Here are a few ideas:

• Adopt a Mutt:
  If you’re considering adding a furry family member, why not adopt a mutt from a shelter or rescue organization? This is the best way to celebrate Mutt’s Day and give a deserving dog a loving forever home. 
• Support Rescue Organizations:
  Donate to your local animal shelter or rescue organization. This will help to support their efforts to care for and find homes for all of the animals in their care. Mutts in need will appreciate your kindness.
• Volunteer at Shelters:
  Spend your time volunteering at animal shelters. Your efforts can make a significant difference in the lives of mutts waiting for their forever homes.
• Mutt Quiz:
  Host a “Guess the Mix” contest, challenging friends to identify the lineage of their favorite mutts. You can also combine it with a “Mutt Bingo” for those extra-mixed mutts.
• Host Mutt’s Day Events:
  Throw a mutt party! Invite all of your mutt-loving friends and their dogs to celebrate. You can have a costume contest, play games like a “Best Trick” contest or a mutt fashion show.
• Spread the Word:
  Share stories, photos, and facts about mutts on social media using #MuttsDay and #MuttsAppreciation.

Let’s celebrate diversity, one wag at a time!

Who Needs A Pedigree?

Now that you’re clued in on Mutt’s Day, let’s raise our paws and unleash the love for these four-legged originals. Where every dog is a one-of-a-kind masterpiece in a world full of cookie-cutter breeds and every bark has its own unique spark!
And if anyone asks why you’re walking around wearing a furry tail and crossing off breeds on your “Mutt Bingo” card in the dog park, just let them know that Wild Calendar gave you permission to unleash the fun.
Wishing you a happy Mutt’s Day full of tail-wagging fun!