Who doesn’t love a great party? If your pet has a birthday coming up or your mama dog or cat is expecting, why not throw a special event that’s fun for your pet, household, and friends and their pets?! Whether you want to commemorate your cat or dog’s ‘gotcha day’ or their official birthday, you can create a memorable and enjoyable experience for your human, canine, or feline friends alike. Here, we’ll explore how to throw a pet party that promises to be loads of fun for all your guests.
Pets Are Family
The practice of keeping pets predates recorded history. Humans have lived in close proximity to pets since before the development of the first civilizations. When we adopt them and bring them into our homes, of course they become part of our family. People’s love for their pets is genuine and rewarding, so why not plan an event to celebrate your pet? The entire household is sure to enjoy planning and experiencing your special celebration.
Organize a Pet Party
When people host a party, they often celebrate their pet’s adoption date or birthday. Still, you could just as easily throw a pet party to celebrate a pending birth or a pet’s recovery after an injury or illness. Whatever the reason, there’s nothing like a party to add some excitement to your pet’s day and provide an excellent excuse for gathering with friends and family.
1. Location
Where do you want your party to be at? You can have it at your house, a dog park, or another dog-friendly location. Maybe you want the throw the party in your backyard or go to the beach! Keep in mind, a group of dogs roaming free inside your house will certainly spell disaster for you if you aren't careful. Always make sure you are allowed to be at the location you chose.
1. Your house
Pros: You don't have to worry about whether or not you have permission to throw your dog party there. It is your home, after all! You can serve the food inside.
Cons: If you throw the party inside your house, there is a good chance that your belongings might be destroyed before the party is finished. Your house might not be large enough to hold a group of dogs. Even if you throw the party in your backyard, there still might be limited space.
2. The dog park
Pros: There is lots of space for dogs to play at the dog park. There are often other dogs to play with that are already there.
Cons: Decoration will most likely not be permitted.
3. The beach
Pros: There is plenty of space. The dogs that love water can even go for a short swim.
Cons: There is no fence. The dogs that are prone to wandering away might see their chance and make a break for it.
4. Renting a room
This option is often the best location for your dog's birthday party. Contact your local doggy day care or boarding facility to see if they will let you rent a room in their facility.
Pros: You get your very own private room. You can put up all of the decorations you want.
Cons: There is limited space.
