How to celebrate your pup on National Dog Day

The day has finally come – it’s National Dog Day! A day that is completely dedicated to your pups – as if every day isn’t already dedicated to them. If you need help coming up with some paw-some ideas to celebrate this great day, then look no further!  We’re about to give you the best ways to show your fur-ball how much you appreciate them.

Go enjoy the great outdoors:

Whether it’s a visit to your pup’s favorite dog park, a hike to the top of the mountain, or frolicking in the ocean, go out and get active with your furry best friend! Or you can try something new, like agility, sheep herding, or flyball to switch up your usual routine!  Your dog will appreciate every second of it.

Spoil them with a shopping spree:

Take your pup to the pet store and let them pick out an awesome new toy, or get them fitted with a brand new collar or harness!  While you’re there, snag some of the yummiest treats you can find – your dog will be sure love you for it!

Throw a dog-themed party:

Invite everyone you know with a dog and have a ball!  Put your cooking hat on and make some delicious pupcakes or churn up some frosty dog ice cream!  If you have a plastic kiddie pool, set it out and fill it up for the water-loving dogs to splash around in.  Make sure every dog that attends does well with other dogs, because the last thing you want is a nasty fight breaking out.

Lend a helping hand:

Think about the poor pups at your local shelter who don’t have a home and don’t have someone to spoil them on this incredible day!  Spare some of your time to go volunteer or donate.  If your dog has old blankets or toys they no longer enjoy playing with, consider taking them to the shelter and letting other dogs appreciate them.  If you’re wanting to really make a difference, think about fostering a dog – fostering helps both the dog in-need and the shelter.