It’s not every day that your dog gets to play with their best furry friends and indulge in some of the finest gourmet treats, and what better day to do so than their birthday? A dog birthday party may seem a little far-fetched (no pun intended), but to most dog parents, it only seems natural to shower your fur baby with gifts and love on their special day. Luckily, we’ve got you covered when it comes to finding the best tips for throwing an epic birthday bash for your dog.
How to Celebrate a Dog Birthday Party
A dog birthday party may seem simple enough – after all, dogs won’t complain about your choice of venue or the type of food served – but there are a few things one should consider before hitting up the guest list.
Prepare the Invitations
A dog birthday party is never complete without other canine friends to share it with. Invite friends from the dog park, family members, and every other dog parent you can think of to the special event. Most dogs love being social and it is a great opportunity for your dog to exercise and burn off some energy. Plus, it never hurts for you to meet and socialize with other dog parents as well!
Choose the Perfect Venue
Depending on how many dogs attend the birthday bash, always ensure the dog birthday party takes place at a location with plenty of space for all dogs to roam freely and safely. This can be in your well-sized backyard, at a local dog park, or even at a doggy daycare in a rented room. Wherever it may be, make sure that it’s in a dog-friendly area, preferably outdoors.
Make Tasty Pet-Friendly Treats
Although humans may be present at the event, the center of attention is your dog – which means you will need to serve food they can eat. Bake up a dog-friendly cake made with peanut butter and pumpkin puree and top it off with some fresh dog treats to give your dog the best birthday bash ever. If this dog birthday party takes place during summer, consider cooling off the pack with some yummy “pup-sicles.” Just blend plain, non-fat yogurt, banana, and peanut butter and pour it into some popsicle molds to be frozen for a refreshing party snack!
Put Up Decorations
Your dog’s canine friends may not be too concerned with how well-decorated the place is, but their parents might! Consider going with a special theme, such as a costume party or a retro theme, and having all dogs and their parents dress up for the event. Decorate the venue with streamers, posters, and anything else that tickles your furry friend’s fancy.
Plan Dog-Friendly Games & Activities
Dogs are forever curious creatures, which means you’ll need to keep your dog’s guests occupied throughout the day with a series of games and activities. Consider some fun ideas to occupy your furry friends like filling up a kiddie pool with tennis balls and squeaky toys or sending them off on a scavenger hunt to find peanut-butter-filled Kong toys.
Hand Out Doggy Bags
When it comes to your dog’s birthday party, the term, “doggy bags” couldn’t be more fitting. At the end of the party, hand each dog owner a small goodie bag filled with little treats and knick-knacks that their dogs will enjoy. This can be homemade dog biscuits, chew toys, canine clothing, or any other dog-related item.
Looking to Host A Dog Birthday Party?
Planning your dog’s birthday may not always be a piece of cake, but the right venue can help take off some of the load. If you’re looking for the perfect, stress-free environment to host your dog’s birthday party, Paws Play Cleveland offers a great place for dogs to run around and enjoy dog-friendly cake and decorations for their birthday pawties. Contact us today at (216) 777-3177 or visit our website to learn more!
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