Spoil Your Pup on National Dog Day with Walks and Treats (Of Course)
Canine lovers don’t need an excuse to smother their animal besties in affection, belly rubs and doggie treats. That’s pretty much done on a daily basis due to dogs’ tendency to be irresistible and all-around awesome creatures. However, since it’s officially National Dog Day, more doggo spoiling activities are in order so humans listen up and brace yourselves for endless hours of fetch and more.
Dogs are pretty easy to please (see: treats and belly rubs), but it doesn’t hurt to get creative when coming up with ideas to make this day of pup appreciation stand out from the rest.
First off, the easiest way you can show your pooch some National Dog Day love is to well, walk ‘em like a dog. Seriously, dogs get so pumped to go for a walk, not to mention the fact that their humans benefit from these routine strolls as well. To commemorate the day, Rover.com released Dog’s Day Out, its inaugural set of guided city walks that feature dog-friendly trails, parks, city monuments, restaurants and area businesses. Humans can choose from routes that range between one and three miles plus there’s audio file available for download that narrates certain pathways and includes helpful canine-related tips. To compile this comprehensive guide, Rover relied on the expertise of professional dog walkers, pet sitters and pet lovers, so rest assured that you and your doggie definitely can’t go wrong with any of the suggested options.
Now, on to the treats! National Dog Day is a cause to go big: Sure your pup will gobble up those generic pet store snacks but why settle for that when you can order your fur-child a Petible Arrangement ($44.99)? The idea is a result of a partnership between Edible Arrangements and Pooch Perks, and it’s as cool as it sounds. The curated gift box is filled with every dog’s favorite swag, like special treats, toys, leashes and more. Expect to get a ton of wet kisses, enthusiastic tail-wagging and doggie licks in response to this lovely arrangement.