Happy Valentines Day for Your Dog: 9 Ideas
Posted by STACY BRAVERMAN
Dogs give you cuddles when you need them and gaze longingly at you from the other side of the room. They're cute, they're funny, they're smart, they're a major hit with your family, and they will be your best friend through thick and thin.
Your doggo is truly the ultimate Valentine!
February 14th is fast approaching, and now is the perfect time to start thinking about how you will shower your dog with the love they deserve. After a long year of comforting one another through lonely periods of quarantine, when you've been separated from your human friends for weeks at a time, you and your dog deserve to celebrate all you've been through and a Valentines Day dog date is the perfect way to do it.
Here are our top 9 ways to show your pup just how much they mean to you. Happy Valentine's Day, dog lovers!
Tips for Valentine's Day Dog Care
The most important part of celebrating this loved-up holiday with your number one canine is to make sure you and your fido are safe. Here are a few things to consider as you make plans to shower your pooch with love.
Size is Important
If you're picking out a spangly new collar or jacket for your wee love, remember that their comfort is the most important thing. Choose a size that fits snugly around your dog's body or neck. If the garment is too tight your pet will feel restrained, and if it fits too loosely it may hang off them or cause them to trip. Refer to our sizing guides to find the perfect fit!
When selecting toys and treats, ensure that they match the size of your dog's mouth and chew strength, rather than the dog's physical size. If your tyke likes to overeat, it may be a good idea to separate treats into portions.
Dogs Love to Receive Healthy, Safe Treats
Safety is one of the most critical aspects to consider when offering your dog treats. Avoid any edibles that contain:
- Xylitol (artificial sweetener)
- Chocolate
- Lilies
These products can make your dog unwell and are some of the leading reasons dogs end up in the veterinary clinic on Valentine's Day. Fortunately, all of the delectable food products below are handmade in small batches from preservative-free human-grade organic and natural ingredients that are safe for dogs to eat.
All meat and egg ingredients are free-range and free from antibiotics and hormones. The treats contain no chemicals, salt, sugar, or artificial flavors and colors. Just the best quality ingredients for a fun and festive feast!
Supervision is Key
Make your celebration more enjoyable with your pup by supervising them with new toys! Try to be frugal with decorations such as wrapping, ribbons, and balloons to make sure your chum doesn't inadvertently/recklessly chomp them up in delight!
Now we've covered the basics to ensure you and your canine companion are set for an amazing celebration of your special bond. Let's dive in and see all the wonderful ways you can show your special doggie just how much you love them.
Paws and Kisses Dog Treats
A gorgeous love heart-shaped box filled with organic puppy treats will make your dog the happiest V-Day buddy on the planet! Paws and Kisses Velvet Heart Treats come jam-packed with six delectable truffles made from our free-range chicken recipe. They are decorated with cute squiggly designs that your doggo will love. A crunchy texture will satisfy your pup's chew cravings, and the treats are soft enough for large and small dogs to happily munch on.
Also included in the gift box are seven assorted crunchy cookies wrapped in beautiful festive pink foils to match the day's amour theme. Be sure to unwrap the cookies fully before feeding them to your little love.
The box comes with a soft red velvet lining and a brightly colored bow! There's even a gift tag for you to write a love poem to your pooch to show them the special place in your heart that they hold!
Puppy Love Dog Toy
Your fido will agree that two hearts beat as one when they unwrap this beautiful plush Puppy Love Dog Toy gift set. Included in the set is a pair of cupid hearts that demonstrate the bond you share, as well as a bunch of roses you can guarantee your pooch will accept! Finally, you can toast to the most heartwarming friendship including all of the fun times you have shared with some bubbles (even if the pup's version comes in a chewable toy).
These tokens of love are handmade for durability, and the interiors come filled with eco-friendly 100% post-consumer recycled plastic stuffing. They are machine washable and dryer friendly to help you care for your puppy's toys with ease.
Each plush toy comes with an interior squeaker for hours of tail-wagging fun!
Personalized Dog Bowl
Pick the perfect feeder for your pet with these personalized Ceramic Dog Food Bowls! No matter what breed your pooch is, or their favorite activities, you can show how much you know and love your pet with these bowls featuring hand-painted images.
With hundreds of designs to choose from, your wee baby will adore a design that matches their breed and personality perfectly. You can select from shepherds, terriers, beagles, basset hounds, and SO many more. There are endless options to choose from so you can be sure you've got the best Valentine's dog food bowl for your pet.
There are even bowls that depict your doggo sharing some love with their best dog or cat friends.
Luna Love Dog Collar for Girls
Make your baby girl's heart flutter with this stunning coral Luna Love Dog Collar. Perfect for smaller frames and short-haired pooches such as chihuahuas or doxies, this faux leather band will make her look and feel like the most loved-up pup in the park this Valentine's Day.
Embedded with little silver heart studs, this collar will make her look like she's wearing kisses all day long! There is a big, soft pink matching bow at the back of her neck and a wee heart-shaped tag embellishment to match.
The collar has a super slick buckle application, so you'll find it simple and easy to put on. It should be very easy to take off as well - provided she will let you!
Valentines Day Dog Outfits
Nothing says you're part of the same gang like matching denim jackets. A Sleeveless Kiss Me Denim Jacket that fits large and small dogs will help fight off the late winter chills as you and your pooch show off your BFF love on a long valentine's day walk.
You can layer the jacket with a cute tee or Designer Dog Dress, and even embellish it with a selection of personalized Embroidered Patches that express your dog's personality and attitude. Whether cutesy, tough, or sporty there's something for every pup here - and why not grab a few matching patches for your denim jacket too?
Love Graphic Dog Collar
The season of love is the perfect occasion to spruce up a tattered and worn collar. These adjustable Graphic Dog Collars offer durability and style, featuring woven ribbon fixed to nylon webbing in all sorts of colors and styles to please your pup.
A snap clasp and nickel-plated D-ring make it easy to put on and take off these beauties, and the flexible fabric makes the accessory comfortable for big dogs with short and long fur!
Why not create a sublime set for doggo with a matching leash!
Bella Dog Blanket
Make your dog valentines day restful and tranquil by celebrating with a quiet date night in. This fluffy Bella Dog Blanket is the perfect comforter for the two of you to snuggle up on the couch and watch a film together. Bonus points if it's a dog film!
Wrap your pup in the ocean of soft threads they deserve, so they have access to long-lasting company and cuddles even when you're not there. Or, go the extra mile and match this snug wee blanket with a floofy bed in the same color to give them the sweetest of dreams for the years to come.
Bella blankets are all handcrafted with care, so your pup receives the ultimate indulgence. It doesn't matter what your doggo's favorite color is - there are so many to choose from, you can even mix and match!
Candy Hearts Brownie Bites
Finding healthy and tasty treats for our bodies may be a challenge for us humans, but luckily it's much easier to access delicious and nutritious delights for your dog.
These BFF Candy Heart Brownie Bites are decorated with cute notes that say "Love Bug" and "Bite Me" so your pup knows for sure who their valentine is!
They have been baked with the dog's favorite chewy texture, similar to brownie crossed with biscotti, and are made from our special peanut butter apple cake recipe.
Le Pooch Dog Fragrance
As all dog parents know, our canine friends love to delight in all of the strange and not-so-wonderful smells they encounter on a stroll through the park. Le Pooch Dog Fragrances are the perfect antidote for not only your funny-smelling pets but for you as well.
After taking your puppy on a long and romantic "scent walk" where they can soak up all the aromas of their favorite setting, these elegant dog fragrances will come as a godsend for you both. Enhanced with two of the most luxurious dog conditioners, these beautiful scents will not only take care of your pups' smell but their coat as well.
From lingering hints of leather and spice for male dogs, and spritely notes of spring flowers for female fidos there is a scent for all breeds and all seasons. They're so good you might even want to try it out yourself!
Final Thoughts
It can be a real challenge finding a suitable valentine among humans, which is why a lot of people prefer to celebrate dog Valentine's Day!
It doesn't matter whether you're cozying up with blankets and chewy treats this valentine's or strutting your stuff with matching jackets and dazzling collar/lead combos. The most important thing is to show your love how much you truly care about them with a Valentine's Day dog gift.
To explore our full range of personalized products and pamper your pet silly, check out Bitch New York's full range of dog treats and accessories for a happy and love-fuelled puppy. Happy Valentine's Day dog parents!