August 5th is “Work Like a Dog” Day. Some people tend to get by doing as little as possible. That’s alright with us. Others do only what they have to. That’s okay, too. And then there are the people, who, as the day’s namesake goes, “Work Like a Dog” (no offence intended to the dogs we love and care for, of course!). You know who these people are. When a mountain of (usually undesirable!) work builds up and needs to get done, “Work Like a Dog”-gers are the efficient ones who rise to the challenge and push forward relentlessly until the job is thoroughly completed!
Work-A-Holic Day was celebrated exactly one month ago today, so some may question the necessity of even having a “Work Like a Dog” Day, but the notable difference between those who "Work Like a Dog" and those who are Work-A-Holics lies mainly in the distribution of energy and effort. Work-A-Holics can always be found working - after work, weekends, on holidays - even though they may not necessarily be working at peak energy levels every single minute. Those who “Work Like a Dog,” on the other hand, may not be working all of the time, but when they do take on a task, they give it their all.
“Work Like a Dog” Day is another one of those human calendar days with no known origins, but it is a welcome day in which we can show appreciation for the rescuers and volunteers who carry more than their load and fair share at times, and “Work Like a Dog.” We recognize and honor you for all that you do: thank you!
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