Talk about lifting workplace spirits on a ruff day.
The launch is the first time in Ben & Jerry's 42-year history that its ice cream makers have crafted a tasty treat specifically intended for an animal . Though the business has run into some backlash over how some of its dairy cows are treated , Ben & Jerry's animal welfare practices reflect the original founders' passion for politics and environmentalism, including their love for four-legged creatures.
The treats come in two flavors, both of which are sold individually in 4-ounce mini cups or in packs of four for $3 and $5, respectively. With a sunflower butter base, Pontch's Mix has frozen peanut butter, pretzel swirls and was named after a little Frenchie bulldog who is a fixture in the office. Rosie's Batch, an ode to a rescue mutt by the same name that frequents the corporate HQ, has creamy pumpkin and mini, pup-friendly cookies.Keep an Eye On Your Dog Around Water (Especially Pools). Not all dogs are great swimmers, and when it comes to pools they can be very dangerous for a dog. Keep an eye on your dog if they’re out in the yard by the pool and make sure your dog knows where the steps in & out of the pool are.
To sweeten dogs' days even more, Ben & Jerry's also partnered with some pet suppliers to create an leash (in the company's iconic tie-dye, of course) made out of recycled water bottles. In addition, they created a dog toy that looks like an ice cream cone and stuffed with recycled filling. Both are available with other merchandise online at Ben & Jerry's Gift Shop.
