• Daily Dig
  • Posts
  • 🐕 The reason for puppy-dog eyes

🐕 The reason for puppy-dog eyes

Monday 12/29: Sponsored by Constant Contact and Cornbread Hemp - Dog thinks you're a superhero, dotd, puppy dog eyes

Golden Retriever Running GIF

Happy Monday:

  • 🦸‍♀️ To your dog, you’re basically a superhero

  • 🐶 Dog of the day, Bingo

  • 🐾 Help your business run itself

  • 🥺 The reason behind puppy-dog eyes

  • 🦴 The key to quality sleep

…And more! ❤️

Did you know…

Dogs can smell ______ left behind on clothes.

(scroll to the bottom to find the answer!)

To Your Dog, You’re Basically a Superhero

You may not wear a cape or leap tall buildings, but to your dog, you’re a full-blown superhero. Every time you refill their bowl, chase off the vacuum, or show up with that calming voice, you’re saving the day in their eyes.

Research shows dogs use us like kids use their parents: as a “secure base” to explore the world. They’re more confident, more curious, and more at ease when we’re around. Whether it’s the sound of your voice or your daily routines, you’re their stability.

To them, you even seem to work magic. Meals appear on schedule, scary noises are soothed, and just being near you makes everything better. Your scent alone can calm them when you’re out of the house.

You may think you're just doing the basics, but to your dog, you’re the one who always shows up when it counts. Pretty super if you ask us!

Dog of the Day, Bingo

Meet Bingo, New Hampshire’s newest adventure buddy and the star of her own adoption story!

Bingo found her forever home with Daily Dig reader Linda, and as you can see, she’s already living her best life. From rocky shorelines to big smiles, this blue heeler is all heart and happy feet.

Whether she's exploring or cuddling, she’s got her pack, and that’s all she ever wanted. Welcome home, Bingo. You’re already a pro at bringing joy wherever you go.

Thanks, Linda, for sharing Bingo with us! Want your pup featured as the Daily Dig Dog of the Day? Send in a photo and a few fun facts—they might be next!

Image courtesy of Daily Dig reader, Linda.

Marketing That’s Always On — Even When You’re Not. Get Automation Tools That Send Your Messages for You

You can’t be everywhere at once — but your marketing can.

With Constant Contact’s automation tools, your emails, texts, and offers go out at the right time, every time — without you having to lift a finger.

Want to show your audience you care about them? Use an automaton template to send birthday messages. Working on driving sales? Set up an abandoned cart email automation to gently urge almost-shoppers to become actual shoppers. Looking to bring lapsed customers back into the fold? Send automations with offers and promos to entice them to buy again. You can even create custom automation paths that work best for your business.

It couldn’t be easier. Just set up automatic triggered messages based on your customers’ behavior, and watch those messages run while you focus on everything else.

Daily Dig readers, if you’re ready to save time and put pesky administrative tasks on autopilot, give Constant Contact’s marketing automation tools a try. Get started today — for free.

Thank you to Constant Contact for sponsoring Daily Dig.

The Reason Behind Puppy-Dog Eyes

There’s a reason you drop everything when your dog hits you with those big, round eyes. According to new studies, that expression may have evolved to get exactly that response.

Scientists found that dogs developed a small facial muscle near the eyebrow that wolves don’t have. It helps raise their inner brow, aka the “puppy dog eyes” move. Dogs who made this expression more often may have had a better chance of being adopted, forming tighter bonds, or just getting more treats.

This trait shows up across breeds, especially in companion dogs like Cavalier King Charles Spaniels. It’s part of what makes eye contact so meaningful in dog sports, training, and everyday bonding.

In other words, that look isn’t just cute, it’s also a form of communication. And yes, it works every time.

The Key To Quality Sleep

As the days shorten and the nights grow longer, nothing matters more than restorative rest! Cornbread Hemp’s USDA organic Sleep Gummies are designed to help you fall asleep faster and stay asleep longer. The best part? They’re made without melatonin, so you can skip the weird dreams and the next-day grogginess.

Each gummy combines full-spectrum hemp with calming botanicals, including valerian root, chamomile, and lavender. They work naturally to help relax your body and quiet your mind, promoting a restful sleep cycle. Because good days start with great nights!

Thank you to Cornbread Hemp for sponsoring Daily Dig.

Minnie’s Picks

From begging looks to bonding walks, here’s what’s trending:

A Special Message From Our Best Buddies

Daily Dig is inspired and brought to you by our wonderful dogs. Our dogs, and all the other pups out there, make the world a happier, brighter place. ❤️

With lots of love,

Stitcher, Minnie, & Finnegan 🐾

🦴 A Little Treat

🤔 Did You Know: Dogs can smell emotions left behind on clothes. Scents from fear or happiness can linger, and dogs can often tell how someone felt just from your laundry.

🐶 DOTD: Give your pup the spotlight by submitting them for the dog of the day! Reply to this email with the best pictures of your dog. Be sure to include their name and a short description so they can be featured in an upcoming newsletter.

🥰 Spread positivity: Do you enjoy starting your day off with our community? If so, please consider forwarding this email to help us spread our love of all things dogs!

💌 Reply for a surprise: If you are reading this reply with a picture of your dog’s puppy-dog eyes for a surprise in your inbox!

🐶 Is this your first time here?

Welcome to Daily Dig! We’re a small team of dog lovers who strive to bring a pawsitive dose of pup content to your inbox every morning. Join our pack of over 180,000 paw pals when you subscribe today!