Fun Ways to Pamper Your Pet

Pets play an important part in many people's lives, bringing companionship and entertainment and rewarding their owner's love and care with unswerving loyalty. Take a little extra time to show your pet how much you care by planning some fun pampering activities that you will enjoy as much as your pet.

  1. Pet Spa Day

    • Give your pet the top-to-toe treatment. For dogs, begin with a bath and shampoo. Cats generally dislike being bathed, so give them a good brush or comb instead. Trim long hair hanging over a dog's eyes, and clip nails. If you are not confident grooming your pet yourself, make an appointment at your local pet grooming parlor. Rabbits, guinea pigs and hamsters benefit from gentle brushing and will enjoy it more as they become used to it.

    Homemade Treats

    • Make some homemade dog or cat treats for your pet in place of regular store-bought ones. By making your own treats, you can control the quality of the ingredients and make sure they are appropriate for your pet. Links to some suitable recipes are provided with this article. Have fun using cookie cutters to make bone-shaped treats for your dog or fish-shaped treats for your cat.

    Pet Playtime

    • Your dog will enjoy an extra-long walk. Take along some of his favorite toys, and spend time playing ball games and fetch games with him. Cats love to play hiding and chasing games and will often be sent into a frenzy of excitement if presented with a catnip toy. Even rabbits enjoy fetching and chasing games and can be quite mischievous.

    Pet Portrait

    • After a long grooming session, capture your pet at her best with a pet portrait session. Take some photographs yourself, or book her in with a professional pet photographer. Turn your own photos into works of art by having them enlarged and printed on canvas to take pride of place in your home.