Author: Nancy Cope

Tips for a Fabulous Doggy Birthday Party

Gone are the days when dogs were simply animals, now many people consider their dogs to be an integral part of the family. As a family member, many dogs are now celebrating birthdays, and in style too. In order to have a fantastic party there are some issues that require consideration, and a little bit of planning to do as well. If you are getting ready to have a wonderful birthday party for your dog, here are some tips to help you along.

Who to Invite

The dogs you invite to the birthday party could make or break the festivities. If the dogs don’t get along then fights could break out which would really put a damper on the spirit of the party. Try inviting dogs you know your pooch is friendly with, such as neighbor’s dogs or dogs from the dog park. The more familiar the dogs are with each other the easier it will be for them to socialize.

The Food

It is important to have a separate menu for the dogs, because human food is full of sugars and fats that are bad for animals. There are many recipes for wholesome dog treats, and you can even bake a dog cake at home with carob chips or meat flavors. Try to have each owner give his or her dog food directly, because food left on the ground is just begging for a squabble.

Play Games!

Don’t just sit there; get your guests involved and active! Dogs love to play games, and they love the rewards even more. Try playing doggy musical chairs, where the guests circle until the music stops, and then each dog has to sit. The last dog to sit is out, and so on. Have prizes for the winners, both human and canine.

Keep it Brief

Dogs reach a point where all the noise and social activity simply becomes too much. The ideal time for a dog party to run is about an hour. After this most dogs have simply had enough, and would probably enjoy a nice long nap.

Other things to remember: set out lots of water and a large trash can for any waste. Also, don’t forget to thank your guests for coming! Have fun planning your dog’s birthday, I’m sure he’ll have a blast.