You've probably heard the phrase "dog days of summer" — it refers to the hottest, most sluggish stretch of the season. The name actually comes from ancient astronomy: it marks the period when Sirius, the "Dog Star," rises alongside the sun, which early Romans associated with the year's peak heat. Fittingly, International Dog Day also lands this month (August 26)!
So whether you're melting in the heat, powering through a slow August at work, or just soaking up the last of summer, we want to hear how you're spending your dog days.
Task: Share one (or more!) of the following:
- 🐶 A photo of your pet living their best summer life
- 🧊 Your go-to trick for beating the heat or staying productive when everyone else has slowed down
- 🌅 A "dog days" moment — a lazy weekend, a summer routine, or how you're winding down before fall
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