{"id":3612,"date":"2022-04-15T18:11:51","date_gmt":"2022-04-15T12:41:51","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/vetsupply.thepethost.com\/?p=3612"},"modified":"2022-04-18T09:58:26","modified_gmt":"2022-04-18T04:28:26","slug":"the-aussie-guide-to-celebrating-anzac-day-with-pets","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"http:\/\/vetsupply.thepethost.com\/the-aussie-guide-to-celebrating-anzac-day-with-pets\/","title":{"rendered":"The Aussie Guide to Celebrating Anzac Day with Pets"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.vetsupply.com.au?utm_source=blog&amp;utm_medium=seo&amp;utm_campaign= the-aussie-guide-to-celebrating-anzac-day-with-pets\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"700\" height=\"350\" src=\"http:\/\/vetsupply.thepethost.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/VS-Anzac-Day-FbTwt-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-3624\" srcset=\"http:\/\/vetsupply.thepethost.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/VS-Anzac-Day-FbTwt-1.jpg 700w, http:\/\/vetsupply.thepethost.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/VS-Anzac-Day-FbTwt-1-300x150.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>ANZAC stands for&nbsp;Australian and New\nZealand Army Corps, and Anzac Day falls on the 25th of April each year. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The aim of observing Anzac Day is to remember\nall Australians killed in military operations that set out to capture the\nGallipoli peninsula during World War I. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"has-vivid-cyan-blue-color has-text-color wp-block-heading\"><strong>Why are\nPets an Important Part of Anzac Day?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery columns-1 is-cropped wp-block-gallery-1 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\"><ul class=\"blocks-gallery-grid\"><li class=\"blocks-gallery-item\"><figure><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1024\" height=\"691\" src=\"http:\/\/vetsupply.thepethost.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/3527158388_7a4ba655c1_o-1024x691.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-id=\"3640\" data-full-url=\"http:\/\/vetsupply.thepethost.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/3527158388_7a4ba655c1_o.jpg\" data-link=\"http:\/\/vetsupply.thepethost.com\/?attachment_id=3640\" class=\"wp-image-3640\" srcset=\"http:\/\/vetsupply.thepethost.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/3527158388_7a4ba655c1_o-1024x691.jpg 1024w, http:\/\/vetsupply.thepethost.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/3527158388_7a4ba655c1_o-300x202.jpg 300w, http:\/\/vetsupply.thepethost.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/3527158388_7a4ba655c1_o-768x518.jpg 768w, http:\/\/vetsupply.thepethost.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/3527158388_7a4ba655c1_o-1536x1037.jpg 1536w, http:\/\/vetsupply.thepethost.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/3527158388_7a4ba655c1_o.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure><\/li><\/ul><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>While Anzac Day is celebrated to commemorate\nthe lives of our courageous ancestors, we pet-loving Australians also honour\nthe ultimate sacrifice of our four-legged friends\u2019 ancestors during these times.\n<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It is believed that approximately 16 million\nanimals were used as a part of the war effort in World War I. Dogs, horses,\ndonkeys, pigeons, mules, and so many other animals that sacrificed their lives\nin this war remain unappreciated. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Dogs were used to sniff out enemies and attack\nenemy dogs; horses were used in cavalry; donkeys were used to carry supplies;\ncanaries were used to warn of danger; and other animals were used as mascots\nand companions. Each and every animal played an influential role in the world\nwar back then.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>VetSupply wants to remind people to reflect on\nthe contributions of the animals who risked their lives in the war. Therefore,\ntoday\u2019s blog is solely dedicated to paying tribute to these animals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>With Anzac Day fast approaching, here\u2019s how you can also pay tribute to these animals by including your pets in the Anzac Day activities. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"has-vivid-cyan-blue-color has-text-color wp-block-heading\"><strong>Anzac\nDay Traditions in Australia You Can Follow With Pets <\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Whether you have a cat, dog, rabbit, horse, or any other lovely pet companion, include them in the traditional activities and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.vetsupply.com.au\/blog\/commemorate-anzac-day-with-your-pet\/?utm_source=blog&amp;utm_medium=seo&amp;utm_campaign=the-aussie-guide-to-celebrating-anzac-day-with-pets\">commemorate Anzac Day<\/a> with them to make it a memorable one.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>The Dawn Service<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"http:\/\/vetsupply.thepethost.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/51136867894_8d4091b977_h-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-3619\" width=\"557\" height=\"371\" srcset=\"http:\/\/vetsupply.thepethost.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/51136867894_8d4091b977_h-1024x683.jpg 1024w, http:\/\/vetsupply.thepethost.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/51136867894_8d4091b977_h-300x200.jpg 300w, http:\/\/vetsupply.thepethost.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/51136867894_8d4091b977_h-768x512.jpg 768w, http:\/\/vetsupply.thepethost.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/51136867894_8d4091b977_h-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, http:\/\/vetsupply.thepethost.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/51136867894_8d4091b977_h.jpg 1599w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 557px) 100vw, 557px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The first event of Anzac Day is the commemorative services that are held at dawn&nbsp;&#8211; the about time of the original landing of ANZAC in Gallipoli. These services commence at the war memorial at 5.30 am. It is a ritual and a moment celebrated by most veterans. You can go there to watch these services or watch them live on the internet along with your pet. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Gunfire Breakfast<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"http:\/\/vetsupply.thepethost.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/42090189220_48a0d024d8_h-1024x576.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-3621\" width=\"557\" height=\"371\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>&#8216;Gunfire&#8217; is a British ritual. Gunfire is the usual term for\u00a0the early cup of tea served out to troops in the morning before going on the first parade, whenever possible. Many communities follow this tradition and have a Gunfire breakfast. Traditional gunfire breakfast includes many delicacies, including bacon, coffee, eggs, sausage, stew, etc. You and your pet must go out to gorge on the traditional gunfire breakfast.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Anzac Day March<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"http:\/\/vetsupply.thepethost.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/8470896-3x2-940x627-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-3625\" width=\"557\" height=\"371\" srcset=\"http:\/\/vetsupply.thepethost.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/8470896-3x2-940x627-1.jpg 940w, http:\/\/vetsupply.thepethost.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/8470896-3x2-940x627-1-300x200.jpg 300w, http:\/\/vetsupply.thepethost.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/8470896-3x2-940x627-1-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 557px) 100vw, 557px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The Veteran\u2019s March has always been the focal\npoint of Anzac Day celebrations, from large cities to small communities. Later\nin the day, active duty veterans, ex-army men, children, and women march in\nhonour of their lost ancestors. On this Anzac Day, you can also join the march\nor just take your pet to watch one.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Wearing Rosemary<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"http:\/\/vetsupply.thepethost.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Rosemary-Appeal-featured-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-3630\" width=\"557\" height=\"371\" srcset=\"http:\/\/vetsupply.thepethost.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Rosemary-Appeal-featured-1024x683.jpg 1024w, http:\/\/vetsupply.thepethost.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Rosemary-Appeal-featured-300x200.jpg 300w, http:\/\/vetsupply.thepethost.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Rosemary-Appeal-featured-768x512.jpg 768w, http:\/\/vetsupply.thepethost.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Rosemary-Appeal-featured-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, http:\/\/vetsupply.thepethost.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Rosemary-Appeal-featured.jpg 1600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 557px) 100vw, 557px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>As rosemary grows wild on the Gallipoli\nPeninsula, it has special significance for Australians on Anzac Day. It is\ntraditionally pinned to a coat lapel or held in place by medals worn on the\nbreast pockets. Rosemary is non-toxic to dogs, cats and horses so, you can pin\nrosemary to your pet\u2019s collar or tie to make them a part of Anzac Day. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Anzac Biscuits<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"http:\/\/vetsupply.thepethost.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/images-13.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-3639\" width=\"557\" height=\"331\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>During wartime, Anzac biscuits or Soldiers\u2019 biscuits were sent to the soldiers by their friends and families. Biscuits were chosen as they had to send foods that would remain edible for a longer period of time. Anzac biscuits are available in most Australian stores, but you can also bake them up at home. This time bake Anzac cookies with rolled oats, sugar, plain flour, coconut, butter, etc for your pets too!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"has-vivid-cyan-blue-color has-text-color wp-block-heading\"><strong>VetSupply\nPays Homage to Four-Legged Soldiers Who Fought For Us: Anzac Special Discounts<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>As a company dedicated to animals, we pay our heartiest respect to all the brave ancestors of our pets who sacrificed their lives for us in military operations. In order to honour them, we have come up with the Anzac Sale on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.vetsupply.com.au\/offers.aspx?utm_source=blog&amp;utm_medium=seo&amp;utm_campaign= the-aussie-guide-to-celebrating-anzac-day-with-pets\">VetSupply<\/a>, where you will get grand discounts on a wide range of pet care products and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.vetsupply.com.au\/petfoods\/t200.aspx?utm_source=blog&amp;utm_medium=seo&amp;utm_campaign= the-aussie-guide-to-celebrating-anzac-day-with-pets\">pet foods<\/a>. We want you to take the best care of the grandchildren of our brave furry friends who are not here with us today. Hence, pet care has been made more affordable on this day.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-button aligncenter\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-text-color has-very-dark-gray-color has-background has-pale-cyan-blue-background-color\" href=\"https:\/\/www.vetsupply.com.au\/offers.aspx?utm_source=blog&amp;utm_medium=seo&amp;utm_campaign=%20the-aussie-guide-to-celebrating-anzac-day-with-pets\"><strong>Click here to view best Anzac Day offers!!!<\/strong><\/a><\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>ANZAC stands for&nbsp;Australian and New Zealand Army Corps, and Anzac Day falls on the 25th of April each year. The aim of observing Anzac Day is to remember all Australians killed in military operations that set out to capture the Gallipoli peninsula during World War I. Why are Pets an Important Part of Anzac Day? 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