04/24/2026
So, the Chief stepped out of his office, and I did what anyone would do . I googled a few things. After some careful research, I feel obligated to share these important definitions before any rumors get out of hand.
Hot dogs are primarily composed of finely ground meat trimmings (beef, pork, chicken, or turkey), fat, water, preservatives, and spices. These ingredients are emulsified into a smooth paste, stuffed into casings, and cooked.
Dog treats, on the other hand, are small rewards designed to strengthen the human-canine bond through training and positive reinforcement. They are not meant to replace meals and typically make up only about 10% of a dog’s daily intake.
Now, a few fire station facts:
1. Crews have one minute to board the apparatus and be ready to roll.
2. Food gets cold very quickly, especially hot dogs.
3. Leaving hot dogs unattended in a station with a dog is, frankly, poor planning.
4. After consuming 7–8 hot dogs, one should locate a doggy door, not hide evidence in the laundry room. Just saying.
In my defense, given the choice between a hot dog and a dog treat (small), clearly the hot dogs had to go. No brainer.
Unfortunately, the call turned out to be what firefighters call a “turnaround,” meaning they came back very quickly right as I was finishing the last hot dog.
Yes, I was caught.
For the record, I do exercise. I walk on the property daily. But let’s be honest hot dogs go straight to the hips. So now I spend time on the apparatus floor mostly supervising while the guys work out.
Thank you for your love and support and for the appreciation you show our firefighters, who always answer the call. Pray for them as they go past every ride could be their last.
Back to the dog treats, until the next call!!
