which honestly, is every day around here…
It’s so easy to take for granted the gifts that our furry four-legged companions bring into our lives — from their unconditional love to those unforgettable moments of pure joy and fun they share with us. While we all have our endless “to do” lists and responsibilities pulling us in a million different directions, National Love Your Pet Day (which just happens to be today, Feb. 20) is the perfect occasion to go all out to show our pets just how much we treasure them.
This year one of my dogs is approaching the end of his days. My boy, Twister, has seen me through so much through the years, brought me boundless joy and has the absolute biggest heart. And while love can’t stop the inevitable I will make every moment count with my bestest boy. So for this Love Your Pet Day I am giving him a day filled with all the special things I can squish into 24 hours.
So what would your pet like most for Love Your Pet Day? Special treats, an extra long walk, more belly rubs? Let’s get creative and make this an extra-special occasion. I’ve come up with a few ideas for my dogs, so let’s pamper them in style:
- Bake them some special treats (or buy them if you’re not all that great in the kitchen…).
- Check out a new hiking spot.
- Keep them company all day long (a perfect excuse for a day off work in my opinion).
- Take a road trip for a pup cup or a doggie ice cream (don’t forget something for yourself too)
- Hit the beach for a romp with some doggie friends.
- Donate to a shelter or animal charity to help dogs who haven’t found their person yet.
- Take them out to a dog-friendly brewery or restaurant for your celebration.
- Let them choose the show to watch on TV.
- Take them to the pet store to pick out a new toy.
- Extra cuddles!
However you choose to spend today, I hope you and your favorite four-legged family member have an amazing day!
Does your pet have to share you with another human? Check out this blog post by Gretchen Decker with Gretchen Decker Photography, sharing ways to involve your dog in your wedding celebration. https://www.gretchendeckerphotography.com/…/Involvingdo…
