Hey {{first_name}} Dog Parents 💌,
Happy New Year. ✨
January doesn’t have to be about strict resolutions or doing everything perfectly. For dog parents, it can be about something much simpler, and honestly, more meaningful.
Moving together.
This month, we’re inviting you and your dog to join our January Fitness Challenge, a gentle, feel-good way to stay active, build routines, and shake off those winter blues, one walk, one game, one moment at a time.
No pressure.
No perfection.
Just consistency, care, and connection.
🐾 Read on, then grab the Snowy Blueberry Bliss Bites recipe below before you go. Your pup will thank you.
❄️ The January Fitness Challenge
The goal is simple:
Move with your dog every day in January, even if it’s just a little.
Here’s how to do it in a way that fits real life:
🧡 Your Daily Goal
✔ At least 15–30 minutes of movement with your dog
✔ Indoors or outdoors
✔ Slow or energetic
✔ Whatever works for you and your pup
A short walk counts.
A sniff break counts.
A game of tug or hallway fetch counts.
If you showed up, you did it.
🐕 Weekly Ideas to Keep It Fun
Week 1: Start Gentle
• Short daily walks
• Indoor play
• Let your dog set the pace
Week 2: Add Variety
• Try a new route
• Hide-and-seek with treats
• Puzzle toys or sniff games
Week 3: Build Momentum
• Slightly longer walks if weather allows
• Light training sessions
• Backyard or snow play
Week 4: Celebrate the Habit
• Stick with what worked
• Notice your dog’s energy and mood
• Keep it going beyond January
The win isn’t distance.
The win is showing up together.
🐾 Read on, then grab the Snowy Blueberry Bliss Bites recipe below before you go. Your pup will thank you.
❤️ Why This Matters More Than You Think
Movement helps dogs burn energy, yes, but it also helps them feel calm, confident, and secure. And for us? It does something just as important.
It gets us outside.
It clears our heads.
It creates routine when winter feels long.
Your dog doesn’t care if you miss a day. They care that you come back.
🧥 Dress for Success, For Both of You
Active dogs are more willing to move when they’re comfortable. The same goes for us.
If your dog shivers, slows down, or lifts their paws, it might be time for a warm layer. And if you’re bundled up too, you’re more likely to stay out just a little longer.
Cold mornings don’t cancel walks. Prepared dog parents show up anyway.
🧠 TRIVIA CORNER
Question: Did you know dogs can burn more calories in cold weather because their bodies work harder to stay warm?
❤️ Real Talk: Movement Is About More Than Energy
Exercise isn’t just about burning off steam. It’s about balance.
Movement helps dogs:
• Reduce anxiety
• Improve sleep
• Stay mentally sharp
• Feel confident and calm
And for us, winter movement does something important too. It pulls us outside. It grounds us. It reminds us that even on cold days, life keeps moving forward.
That feels like a pretty good New Year lesson.
🥣 A Cozy Treat to Match the Season
Cold weather calls for comfort food. For dogs too.
Our Snowy Blueberry Bliss Bites are soft, no-bake winter treats made with blueberries, banana, and coconut. They’re gentle on tummies and perfect for a post-walk reward.
These chilly little “snowballs” are made for cozy winter days and wagging tails. Snowy Blueberry Bliss Bites are soft, gentle, and full of holiday cheer, the kind of treat that makes your dog trot into the kitchen like they know something special is happening.
Blueberries add a pop of natural sweetness and antioxidants, banana keeps everything tender and easy to chew, and coconut gives each bite that snowy winter look dogs can’t resist. They’re no-bake, fridge-friendly, and perfect for pups of all sizes, including seniors and gentle chewers.
🐾 Enjoy today’s newsletter, then don’t miss the download button below to grab the Snowy Blueberry Bliss Bites recipe and treat your pup to something homemade and festive.
🐾 Makes about 15–20 mini bites
❄️ Serve chilled for a fun winter treat
🧡 Great for Christmas week, movie nights, or quiet evenings together
🧥 For the Walks That Happen No Matter the Weather
Active dogs still need their outings, even when the air is cold.
Our “My Best Friend Has Paws” Hoodie was made for dog parents who bundle up and head out, rain or shine or snow. Soft, warm, and easy to layer, it’s perfect for winter walks and early mornings.
Even better, every hoodie purchased helps feed dogs in shelters.
🐶 Jokes & Puns
❄️ Why did the dog love the January Fitness Challenge?
Because every walk came with bonus sniff breaks. 😂
💬 LET’S REFLECT
What kind of movement makes your dog happiest?
Fast and playful.
Slow and curious.
Inside. Outside. Together.
There’s no right answer, just the one that fits your dog best.
“The journey doesn’t have to be fast. It just has to be consistent.”
🧡 Featured Winter Safety Essential:
The Save Our Pets Emergency Sticker
Emergencies spike in winter.
Heaters. Candles. Frozen pipes.
And when something happens, first responders need to know your pets are inside.
Place this sticker on your door or window near your entrance.
It tells firefighters and rescue teams: “My pet is inside. Save them too.”
It is waterproof, high visibility, and takes two minutes to install.
👉 Get your Emergency Sticker Pack today. Your dog’s safety is worth it.
Know a dog parent whose pup is bouncing off the walls this winter? Share this newsletter with them. Movement advice is always better when it’s passed along.
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🐾 See You Next Time
This year doesn’t need to be about perfection or pressure. It can be about consistency, care, and finding joy in simple routines.
Bundle up. Keep moving. And let your dog remind you that every day is a chance to start fresh.
Wags & gratitude,
Mark
USA Dog Owners Association
Because every dog deserves to feel their best. And so do you. 🐾
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