6 Ways to Celebrate Your Dogs Birthday or Gotcha Day!
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For most people, it’s safe to say that our dogs are considered part of our family which means that celebrating their birthday is a must! If you’re looking for the perfect way to celebrate your dogs birthday or gotcha day this year, you’re in the right place. From birthday parties to special treats, today, I’m sharing 6 ways to celebrate your dogs birthday or gotcha day!
Throw a Birthday Party!
No birthday is complete without a birthday party! To celebrate your pup this year, throw them a birthday party with all of their doggy bff’s. I already have a post with all of my tips for throwing the perfect doggy birthday bash that you can check out here.
Dog parks and beaches make great locations for a birthday party, but you could even throw a party at your house! Don’t forget the games and cake!
Note: Be sure that all the pups on the invite list are dog friendly to keep everyone safe and having fun!
Get them a Pupcuterie Board!
Charcuterie boards became all the rave during the 2020 pandemic and have remained a huge hit for parties, gatherings, and nights at home! Who doesn’t love a board full of meat, cheese, crackers, and more?? But did you know you can get your dog a charcuterie board of their own?
Pupcuterie Boards is a small, woman owned business that creates charcuterie boards made specifically for dogs! The “board” is a lick mat which I love because it can be reused over and over again. She tops the board with dog friendly peanut butter and a large variety of canine treats!
I love that the majority of the treats used are on the healthier side. The board she sent to Luna included treats such as turkey and blueberry hearts, dehydrated carrot, and freeze dried chicken heart! The use of healthy treats makes it a guilt free treat to give your pup. She can also customize every board for any diet restrictions or preferences!
You can check out Pupcuterie Boards on her website, or follow her Instagram @pupcuterieATX. Her boards can be shipped or delivered if you’re local!
Paige was so gracious to send me and Luna a board to review!
Take them Shopping!
What’s a birthday without a shopping spree? A great way to celebrate your dogs birthday or gotcha day this year is to take them to their favorite pet store and allow them to pick out a present of their own!
Bake a Cake!
Every birthday needs a birthday cake! Luckily, making a dog friendly cake can be super simple. A few of my favorite recipes include:
Make it extra fun by using a dog bone or paw print shaped baking pan and topping it with some of your dogs favorite treats!
Go on an Adventure!
If you have an active dog breed, going on an adventure is a great way to celebrate their special day! Find a local park or natural trail to go on a long walk and allow them to smell and explore their surroundings.
Other great adventure ideas include dog friendly stores, a dog beach, or even a road trip! If your pup enjoys swimming, finding a swimming pool, pond, or lake would be a great adventure for them as well!
Have a Movie Night!
On the opposite spectrum, if your pup would rather spend time cuddled on the couch than out exploring, plan a movie night! Choose a dog themed movie and cuddle on the couch with your pup. Be sure to bring in plenty of blankets to make things extra cozy.
And of course, no movie night is complete without the snacks! Popcorn is a safe snack for your dog as long as you limit the amount of butter and salt.
When is your dogs birthday or gotcha day and how do you plan to celebrate?