International Homeless Animals Day - Aww, doesn’t it just break your heart that there are homeless animals out there, just like there are homeless people?The good thing about this is that there is a day which is sponsored by the International Society for Animal Rights that educates the public on the millions of animals that are abandoned, mistreated and in some cases killed. I’m an animal lover, so this day is extremely important in my eyes. I treat my dog like a member of the family, as do many people. Pets are a full-time responsibility, so if you know you can’t and won’t take care of it, then reconsider your decision to get a pet. For those of you who are deeply touched, perhaps because you lost your own pet, then adopting a homeless pet from a shelter will be the second best decision you ever make! PETCO has pet adoptions programs including, “Think Adoption First” which matches a homeless pet with a potential prospect. Once you’re ready to take home your furry friend, use PETCO coupons to save 15% on discount pet food, toys and supplies on orders of $60 or more.

Bratwurst Day - Now, don’t get it confused, hot dogs and bratwursts are not the same type of food. You get some much more meat (and bites) in a bratwurst compared to a measly, thin hot dog. Although Bratwursts are not typically a staple item of barbeques, I protest that they should be! What’s not to love? If you love Italian or Polish sausages, then you’ll love German bratwurst. If you don’t already know, bratwurst is a term basically describing how the sausage is made. Here’s what I love most about bratwursts: You can marinate the meat in beer. Oh my! Then you have the option of grilling it or baking it in the oven (it’s leaner) and the best part is: you don’t have to eat it with bread! Is your mouth watering yet? Well, these suggestions may all sound really good, and if you’re feeling adventurous, I say go for it. Orrrrrr, you can check out Omaha Steaks and order yourself some thick and juicy bratwursts. Use Omaha Steaks coupons and save up to 63% on discount gourmet bratwursts, plus receive 12 free burgers!

Assistance Dog Day - Today is just one more reason to celebrate how truly special dogs are! Aren’t you amazed when you see dogs assisting people with disabilities or working for the police? Besides being a person of disability, a dog is the best companion you’ll ever have because they’re attentive, good listeners, bundles of fun and will never fight with you! Now that’s what I call a great friend. We should all remember how much dogs do for us and for members in our community. So, instead of neglecting and mistreating our dogs, I believe we must be able to assist and help our own dogs when they’re not feeling their greatest. On this Assistance Dog Day, we should honor and commend all those brave dogs who guide people through life and come to our rescue. And, we should also shop at PetCareRX for all of our dog and pet needs. Use PetCareRX coupons and save $15 on discount pet medications, vaccines, pet supplies and more on orders of $100 or more.

National Navajo Code Talking Day - Navajo code talkers played a huge role in WWII and helped to defeat the Japanese thereby ending WWII. This was the only code that the Japanese could not decipher. If you didn’t know, Navajo is a Native American language still used on the reservations in Southwestern United States. It is the oldest preserved Athabaskan language and is a tonal language which means that depending on how the vowels are pronounced, the meaning changes. Come to think of it, I used to speak in code with my friends so that our parents wouldn’t understand us (it wasn’t that long ago actually…). Languages have always fascinated me, and when I was younger, I wanted to be a professional interpreter (no joke). Today, we should use the theme of language and check out Rosetta Stone so you can learn a new language and speak in “code.” Get 2 free day shipping in the U.S. when you use Rosetta Stone coupons.  

Goodbyes are tough - especially when you’re bidding your furry friend a fond farewell. Pooch doesn’t know how long you’re gone. To him, it’s always an eternity. Travel can be stressful for your dog, but a week at the kennel can be even worse - better bring him along.

More and more hotels nowadays cater to pets, and the Professor is bringing you the picks of the litter. Book through Orbitz and grab the guaranteed lowest rate every time.

Plus, act now and redeem your Orbitz coupons to drop an additional 10% off your stay! Choose from plenty of pet friendly hotels in Chicago:

Pet Friendly Hotels Magnificent Mile Chicago

• Hotel Indigo Chicago Downtown - Bright styles & colors, plus only a small fee for dogs up to 50 lbs
• InterContinental Chicago - Landmark hotel with low fees for dogs up to 30 lbs

Chicago Loop Pet Friendly Hotels

• Hotel Monaco Chicago - Luxury downtown hotel welcomes well-behaved dogs of any size without a fee
• W Chicago City Center - Sleek & modern rooms with pet amenity kits for dogs up to 50 lbs

Pet Friendly Hotels near Chicago O’Hare Airport

• Hilton Chicago O’Hare Airport - Top services & extras, plus a low one-time fee for dogs up to 75 lbs
• Wyndham O’Hare - Pets stay free at this top airport hotel

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Susan Kimmelman Off-Leash Dog Beach (Open Now)

Whether you have a tiny Pug or a towering Irish Wolfhound, your pooch loves to get outside. And how often does it get the chance to run along a beach and take a dip? Chicago is one of the only big cities with a dog beach, so take advantage!

Better make sure you have all the latest grooming supplies from Petco because a day at the beach can get a little messy. Shop with Petco coupons and get 15% off orders of $60 or more!

Mutt’s Day - So, here I was, all pumped to finally talk about dogs, when I realized that the word ‘mutt’ didn’t mean what I thought it meant. A ‘mutt’ possesses mixed characteristics of two different types of dogs, normally called a half breed. In my world and in my personal dictionary, I identify these dogs as the hilarious names breeders and pet owners come up with. My personal favorite - the Goldendoodle, a mix between a golden retriever and a poodle! I am astonished at how many dog owners there are nowadays. I myself have a ten-year-old Pomeranian named Brandy. He is not a mutt; however, that doesn’t mean we shouldn’t use this day to be thankful for all dogs. If Brandy could walk around the block without getting tired, I would definitely take him for a walk. I’m sure he’ll settle for a delicious, yummy dog treat instead. If you love your dog as much as I do, then check out PETCO, a pup’s home away from home! Save 15% on discount pet products like brand name dog food, beds, meds and toys when you spend $60 or more just by using PETCO coupons.

Jump for Jelly Beans Day - Jelly beans are quite possibly the oldest known candy to mankind and are as loved and treasured as they were back in the 17th century. Now that’s what you call longevity! What’s your favorite flavor? I love the red ones, and when I’m out of reds, I go straight for the blues. I don’t know what it is with me - every time I think of jelly beans, I usually think of sweet things (besides the fact that they give you an instant sugar rush). Whenever I see a bowl of jelly beans, I imagine all things sweet and innocent, like fairies, unicorns, innocent happy children, and ME! So I was thinking, sure we can all do the boring thing by sticking to the holiday rule book and eating a bag of jelly beans. Or, we could approach it from a sweet angle. Know what I mean, jelly bean? Tackle your hectic day by smelling sweet! FragranceNet is your one stop shop for oh so sweet fragrances that are good enough to eat. Take advantage of FragranceNet coupons and save 15% on discount designer perfumes, colognes and skin care. SWEEEEEEEEEEET!

When it comes to gas, it seems like the sky’s the limit. There has never been a better time to save the planet by promoting conservation. Forget about driving to the mall. Let Fingerhut ship everything you want right to your front door. It’s the eco-friendly thing to do.

And applying the free Fingerhut coupons to your order is the economical thing to do. From now ’til July 23 (tomorrow), enjoy 10% off orders of $150 or more!

Quick! You haven’t a moment to lose. Be fast on the draw, and snag these useful products right now:

• GPS Navigation for Dummies - Yes, the same people who brought you the popular Dummies series now helps to guide you to your roadside destination
• Infant Toy Set - Contains 30 pieces (including stacking rings & linking ducks) that make playtime a fun time
• LifeMax Folding Treadmill - Get a buff bod with compact fitness equipment that takes up less room than conventional treadmills

You will also like the following:

• Deer Family Lawn Ornaments - If you can’t make it out to enjoy the wildlife, then bring the animals to you with these decorative sculptures
• 10K Baguette Birthstone Couples Ring - Show off your & a loved one’s name plus birthstones on keepsake jewelry
• G-Unit Show Off Foiled Handbag - Show major fashion savvy even when you’re just chillin’ in the club & sippin’ on some Bud

As you can see from the merchandise I mentioned above, Fingerhut has everything that you want to, well, get your fingers on! Enjoy a pleasant shopping experience, and have the last laugh when it comes to those gas tycoons.

July 21st - It was on this day in history that the world’s strongest dog, weighing 80 kg, pulled a 2,909 kg load a distance of 27 meters. Sooooo, I don’t have coupons for doggie steroids. However, I do have coupons that’ll make your pup strong and healthy. Use our free PetCareRX coupons for discounts on delicious and healthy pet food and pet medications. Save 15% when you spend $75 or more at PetCareRX today!

1990 - Pink Floyd’s Wall Is Performed - This legendary band sang this song where the Berlin Wall once stood, creating a super sentimental moment for hardcore fans. Are you a fan of Pink Floyd? Do you still reminisce about the days when you’d blast their songs as you drove your beat-up car? If so, then you’ll appreciate Wolfgangs Vault coupons. Head over to Wolfgangs Vault and save 10% on Pink Floyd merchandise and memorabilia!

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Josh Harnett, 30 - This heartthrob drives the ladies mad!  He’s got that gorgeous chiseled face, bedroom eyes with thick lashes, and a smile that can hypnotize you. Sorry ladies, I don’t have coupons that’ll get you Josh Harnett. But if the guys out there grab a hold of these coupons, there’ll be Josh Harnettes floating all over the place, so you can take your choice, girls! Guys, to get the soft skin that women love, head over to ZIRH for magical skincare products made specifically for men. Use ZIRH coupons to save 16% when you spend $20 or more! 

Museums, aquariums and planetariums are cool. It’s as simple as that. And when you find all three at the Museum Campus in Chicago, you’re in the pink. There’s enough to keep your vacation chock full of fun for days on end.

Where else can you come face to face with a 42-foot-long T. rex skeleton? Or check out undersea reef creatures? Or see the galaxy up close and personal? That’s right - only at the Museum Campus. Good luck trying to get that much coolness out of a shopping trip.

Stay close to Museum Campus by booking hotels near Grant Park, Chicago. Make the smart move and reserve your room with your Orbitz coupon - you save an additional 10% off your stay!

• Best Western Grant Park Hotel - Affordable comfort from a name you trust
• Hyatt Regency McCormick Place - Swankier digs with the latest in electronic amenities
• Congress Hotel at Grant Park - Classic Chicago hotel with old-world hospitality

It pays to book a hotel close to the Museum Campus, because there’s simply so much to see and do at the 3 titans of Chi-Town museums:

• Field Museum - Ancient Egypt, Ancient Americas, Lions of Tsavo & dinosaurs galore
• Shedd Aquarium - Amazon River, Caribbean and Wild Reef exhibits, huge Oceanarium & more
• Adler Planetarium - Two full-size planetarium theaters, plus a stunning Henry Moore sundial sculpture

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Lizards and the Komodo King at Shedd Aquarium (Now Until Labor Day)

Don’t miss your chance to see the 8-foot-long, 178-pound Komodo dragon “Faust” and his posse of 25 exotic lizards. King Faust is the first Komodo dragon ever to be on display in Chicago - and he won’t be in the Windy City much longer.

With their venom-and-bacteria-laced mouths, Komodo dragons don’t make the best pets. But chameleons, iguanas and turtles are safer reptilian alternatives. Shop for food, habitats, medication and more for your reptile with PetSmart coupons and get 15% off $55 or more!

It seems like everyone except you fled the city for the 4th of July long weekend. But don’t worry. You’ll have the last hurrah because while they’re stuck in bottleneck traffic, you’ll be sitting pretty at home, scouting out fantastic free coupons for Boot Barn, Cooking.com, and National Pet Pharmacy. (Maybe you’ll even be sippin’ on some refreshing iced tea, too.)

Cooking.com Coupons - Expire July 9

Don’t wait until a special event before you attempt a new recipe. Try it in advance so you get it just right. Save on a spatula, frying pan, or any other cooking essential. Get 15% off a single item!

Boot Barn Coupons - Expire July 8

Kicking and screaming when you find the perfect pair because the shoes cost an arm, a leg, and a quarter of your month’s pay? Keep your voice down, and start cooing because you can enjoy 15% off your order of sandals, heels, and more!

National Pet Pharmacy Coupons - Expire July 11

Hey, the holidays don’t always have to be about you. Treat Fluffy, Fido, or your fine feathered friend to a new cozy bed or flea and tick remedies. Okay, so flea and tick products aren’t really a treat, but your pets will appreciate being rid of the annoying critters. And so will you.

Hurry though! These free discount coupons won’t last forever. Save while you still can! And check out my previous 2 Bargain Bonanza posts today for more July 4th celebration sales.

Dream homes start with a vision. And then you see how much it costs to hire a professional, and you start to see visions when you’re handed the bill. Save money, and enjoy the results of honest labor when you do it yourself.

To avoid daunting tasks, be sure to thoroughly plan ahead, work on one small project at a time, and shop at Ace Hardware for your material and equipment. Until June 30, use the Ace Hardware coupons to score $10 off orders of $100 or more!

These are just some items in store for you:

• Indoor Furniture & Home Decor
• Sawhorses & Work Benches
• Storage Sheds & Pest Control
• Power Tools & Knives
• Ladders & Wallpaper

Be a smart do-it-yourselfer when you get your supplies for less from Ace Hardware.

June 23rd - It was on this day in history in 1848 that Antoine Joseph Sax patented the saxophone. The silky sound that this instrument plays can coax you into extreme relaxation. If you’re looking for a high-quality instrument for less, then head over to Instrument Pro. Use our free Instrument Pro coupons for 10% off your purchase!

1982 - 45lb Cat Breaks World Record - Himmy, a domestic cat from Australia, was weighed in at 45lbs! I want to know what this cat’s diet consisted of. It’s sounds like it might be better than mine. If you’re a pet owner concerned with your pets weight, head over to Petco for discount pet food & medication for cats. Use our free Petco coupons to save 15% when you spend $60 or more!

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Selma Blair, 36 - She was the snobby-brunette rival of Reese Witherspoon in Legally Blond. I wish that I could have her glowing, ivory skin for just one day. And couple her complexion with big almond-shaped, wrinkle-free eyes and puffy lips…well, she’s becoming my rival too since I’m so envious. But realistically, with the right products, anyone can have the allure of Selma. Just head over to Drugstore.com for discounts on cosmetics and skin care products that smooth your skin and give you a radiant glow. Use our free Drugstore.com coupons for 10% off your entire order when you spend $50 or more.