Celebrate National Hot Dog Day with free dogs, specials at these local spots

Five excellent hot dog spots in Philadelphia.
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Hot dog! Thursday is National Hot Dog Day, and to celebrate, some local spots are giving out free dogs and other specials.

Check out these area deals to indulge in the American favorite.

FREE Dogs

Philly Pretzel Factory is giving the first 300 customers a free pretzel dog.

Dollar Dogs

7-Eleven is giving out Quarter Pound Big Bite hot dogs for $1 at select locations. 

Sonic is also selling $1 All-American Dogs or Chili Cheese Dogs all day.

Pilot Flying J posted a coupon on social media Thursday morning for a free Oscar Meyer hot dog. Find nearby locations.

You could also check out these five spots for franks in Philly.

If you're looking for a free dog that's more like the one above, don't forget about "Clear the Shelters" Day on Aug. 15.