5 Ways To Pamper Your Pup This Fall
Make your dog’s day and treat them to spa services, snacks, snapshots and more!
The dog days of summer may seem so long ago, but now is the perfect time to celebrate them. OK, let’s clarify: This Tuesday, Oct. 22, is National Make A Dog’s Day, an opportunity to show our furry family members just how much we adore them. Though many dog owners already put pooches at the center of attention, this is a day set aside just for Fido, whether the pup is a relaxed lap dog, a hard worker or guardian of the home. Here are five ways to keep your pet’s tail wagging all day long:
Tricks And Treats. Your dog may have learned how to “sit” and “stay,” but don’t reward them with your own food. Instead, take them for the perfect doggie treat—places like Woof Gang Bakery in Glen Rock or Westwood Pets Unlimited stock top-of-the-line wet, dry, frozen and fresh goodies. You can also grab a puppuccino at Starbucks or a special doggie snack at American Bulldog Coffee Roasters in Ridgewood or Ramsey for a treat on the go.
Pamper Your Pup. You’d sign up Mom for a massage and facial for her special day, so why not do similar for your doggo? BERGEN Readers’ Choice winner Fur the Love of Pets in Oradell as well as The Pet Lodge and Spa in River Vale, for example, will treat your dog like a king or queen, offering everything from baths and grooming to pedicures and massages. Most spas also have full lines of apparel and toys, so be sure to let them pick up a new squeaker they can play with later.
Play It Safe. Your yard has a lot of space and maybe a giant pile of leaves to dive into, but there are plenty of unknowns past your property. It’s always ideal to keep dogs in an enclosed space. For puppies and small breeds, an adjustable play pen like this one from Petco has the right amount of room for play and exercise. But for larger breeds and pets who like to roam, consider installing a fence around your yard or try an invisible fence with smartphone technology.
Make A Run For It. Don’t have a yard large enough for your dog to run in? Take your good boy or girl to a Bergen County dog park. Most facilities in the area are open to the public, but check with individual towns before you go. Remember to bring toys and extra poop baggies—because you’ll never know when a dog has to take care of business.
Snap Some Pics. How many blurry photos of your dog do you have on your smartphone? Get the photos you want by setting up an outdoor session with a pet portrait photographer. North Jersey has plenty of professional photographers, such as David Eric Photography, who can capture your pooch at play or simply posing with a big smile on their face.
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