Valentine’s Day isn’t just for the 2-legged! Your dog (and other pets!) deserve just as much love and affection on February 14th as your other lovers. In 2015, it was estimated that Americans spent $703 million on their pets on Valentine’s Day! Give your dog a little extra loving with these few tips:
Bake them homemade treats:
One of the most cost-effective ways to treat your dog on Valentine’s Day is with some healthy homemade treats. Homemade dog treats are ideal because they don’t have preservatives, and you can customize them to your dog’s dietary preferences. Try these healthy dog treats, but cut them in the shape of a heart instead of a bone!
Take them for an extra long walk:
Plan out a few extra minutes in the morning or evening for your a walk with your dog. Your dog will appreciate the extra time to go outside and adventure, and you’ll be happy to get some fresh air too!
Cuddle Session
After a long, hard week, who doesn’t love a good cuddle session with their dog? In fact, the American Pet Product Association estimates that 62 percent of small dogs, 41 percent of medium-sized dogs, and 32 percent of large dogs sleep in their human’s beds. Dogs and humans alike both reap physical and social benefits from cuddling, so treat your dog (and yourself) to some cuddle time on Valentine’s Day. Also, here’s a list of 10 breeds who love to cuddle the most.
Play date
If you’re going to be spending time with your loved ones on Valentine’s Day, why not ask them to bring along their dog for a doggie play date? This way, you can kill two birds with one stone: you socialize with you friend or lover, and so does your dog! Meet them for day in the park, or bring your dogs along for a coffee date.
Have something else planned for you and your pup this Valentine’s Day? Let us know in the comments below, and pay us a visit at Laveen Veterinary Center to get your dog a check up!