Leap Year Traditions and French Brittanys: An Extra Day of Love

 

Hello, dog lovers! Today is a special day, and no, it’s not just because it’s the last day of February. It’s Leap Day – that magical extra day we get every four years to keep our calendar in alignment with the Earth’s revolutions around the Sun. So, why not spend this bonus day celebrating with your loyal companion, your French Brittany?

 

In France, Leap Year has its own set of traditions1. One such tradition involves ‘La Bougie du Sapeur’, a humorous newspaper that only gets published once every four years2. While we don’t have a newspaper to publish, we can certainly create our own traditions with our French Brittanys.

 

An Extra Day of Adventure

 

French Brittanys are known for their adventurous spirit. Why not use this extra day to explore a new trail or park? You could even take a page out of Guirec Soudée’s book, who took his chicken Monique on a boat trip around the world3. While a global adventure might be a bit much, a local one can be just as exciting!

 

Quality Time and Cuddles

 

A Reddit user wondered if Brittanys love to cuddle4. The answer is – absolutely! These dogs are known for their affectionate nature. So, why not spend your Leap Day showering your furry friend with love and cuddles?

 

Leap Day Training Challenge

 

French Brittanys are intelligent and quick to learn5. Use this extra day to teach them a new trick or command. It’ll be a fun challenge for both of you and a great way to strengthen your bond.

 

A Treat for Your Treat

 

We all love finding an extra fry at the bottom of the bag6. Imagine how your French Brittany will feel when they get an extra treat! You could even make it special by preparing a dog-friendly version of the French Financiers cake1.

 

Remember, Leap Day is all about making the most of your extra time. So, whether you’re embarking on an adventure, spending quality time, or simply enjoying the company of your French Brittany, make sure to savor every moment. After all, this day won’t come around for another four years.

 

Happy Leap Day!

 

Footnotes

  1. https://thegoodlifefrance.com/leap-year-traditions-in-france/ 2

  2. https://www.amusingplanet.com/2020/03/the-newspaper-that-is-published-only-on.html

  3. https://www.pinterest.com/pin/leap-day-the-story-behind-this-quirky-calendar-event–357262182934744961/

  4. https://www.reddit.com/r/BrittanySpaniel/comments/c9czu8/hows_the_company_of_a_brittany/

  5. https://homeandfielddogs.com/faq-french-brittany-puppies/

  6. https://powerfulprayersandwishes.com/leap-year-quotes/