In celebration of National Dog Month this August, Smith Brothers Farms, a family-owned Pacific Northwest grocery delivery service, is honoring the loyal pets that greet their delivery drivers at doorsteps across the Seattle, Tacoma, Vancouver, Wash., and Portland, Ore. metro areas. The company has teamed up with Blue Dog Bakery to offer weekly prize packs throughout the month, each including a Blue Dog Bakery Prize Pack and a $50 Smith Brothers grocery delivery credit.
Peter Olson, Senior Marketing Manager at Smith Brothers, highlighted the tradition of rewarding dogs during deliveries: "Leaving treats for our four-legged friends is a tradition we're proud to carry on all year long. Our Milkmen and Milkwomen keep complimentary dog treats on their trucks and love rewarding the pups who eagerly greet them at the door. It's a small thing that helps make delivery day a little more special."
Beyond the celebration, Smith Brothers is using the occasion to remind pet owners about the dangers of summer heat. The Humane Society offers several crucial safety tips: never leave pets in a parked car, as temperatures can become dangerously hot even with cracked windows; protect sensitive paws by testing pavement with the back of your hand before walks and scheduling walks for cooler times of day; ensure pets have access to fresh water at all times; provide shaded and cool resting areas, possibly including a shallow kiddie pool; watch for signs of overheating such as heavy panting, excessive drooling, lethargy, vomiting, diarrhea, rapid heartbeat, or difficulty walking; and adjust outdoor activities during the hottest hours, especially during wildfire season.
To participate in the National Dog Month giveaway, customers can follow @smithbrotherspnw on Instagram for details. Each week in August, one winner will be randomly selected and announced every Friday, receiving a Blue Dog Bakery Prize Pack and a $50 grocery delivery credit. This initiative not only rewards pet owners but also reinforces Smith Brothers' commitment to community engagement and customer appreciation.
Smith Brothers Farms, founded in 1920, is a fourth-generation, family-owned company headquartered in Kent, Wash. It delivers fresh milk and a selection of Northwest-inspired essentials to more than 60,000 customers weekly across King, Pierce, Snohomish, Thurston, and Kitsap counties in Washington, and in Clark, Multnomah, Washington, and Clackamas counties in Oregon. More information is available at www.smithbrothersfarms.com.
The partnership with Blue Dog Bakery and the focus on pet safety highlight how a local delivery service can foster customer loyalty and promote responsible pet ownership. As the summer heat persists, these reminders are invaluable for ensuring the well-being of pets in the community. By combining a fun giveaway with educational content, Smith Brothers Farms demonstrates its role as a neighborly business that cares about more than just grocery delivery.
