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As the weather warms up, what better way to celebrate summer than by throwing a fun pool party for your furry friend and other neighborhood pups? Dog pool parties are a great way for dogs to cool off, get some exercise, and socialize, while you get to relax and enjoy some summer fun with fellow dog owners.
To help you plan one of the awesome dog pool parties this year, here are 7 cool ideas to make it a major success:
1. Pool Party Invites
Set the tone for your dog pool party by creating cute invites to send out to your puppy pals. You can make simple ones on your computer or get creative with dog bone or fire hydrant shaped invites. Be sure to include important details like date, time, location, any items guests should bring, and if humans are invited too.
2. Pupcakes
What’s a party without treats? Make adorable “pupcakes” to serve your four-legged guests. Bake miniature peanut butter or pumpkin dog treats in cupcake liners and pipe frosting on top made from plain yogurt. Dye the frosting with dog-safe food coloring and add fun sprinkles. Your furry friends will lap them up!
3. Pool Games & Toys
Plan some entertainment for your pool party pups! You can’t have dog parties without them. Bring dog-safe fetch toys, balls, and rings for them to chase after and retrieve in the water. Or set up a sprinkler for them to run through. An agility obstacle course would be fun too. And don’t forget the classic game of “Marco Polo” – just use treats instead of Polo!
4. Pool Party Photo Booth
Capture all the fun with a doggie photo booth! Set up a cute backdrop and fun props like hats, bandanas, sunglasses and signs. Provide pools of clean water for occasional fresh drinks. Treats to hold their attention and capture those adorable head tilts. Then send the photos home with guests as pool party favors.
5. Pup-aritas
For the human guests, serve up some “pup-aritas” – frozen margaritas with dog toys and biscuits for garnish. You can also make other dog-themed cocktails like “Lab”-radors, Golden “Retriever” Iced Tea, and Pomeranian Polynesian Punch. It will help you throw one of the best dog pool parties that you can think of.
6. Doggie Bags & Prizes
When the party winds down, send your four-legged guests home with sweet parting gifts. Customizable doggie bags filled with toys, bandanas, treats, and a medal or rosette for categories like “Best Swimmer”, “Fastest Lap Dog”, or “Most Enthusiastic Retriever” make pawsome takeaways.
7. Dog Pool Party Favors
Speaking of party favors, these are a must to thank your puppy pals for coming. Ideas include personalized dog bowls, bandanas, Frisbees, collapsible water bowls, and doggie life jackets. For owners, gift ideas include “Top Dog Parent” mugs, dog breed car magnets, and dog parent business card holders.
Don’t Forget the Decorations
What’s a party without decorations? Go all out with fun and colorful decor to set the mood for a doggone good time. Use dog-themed materials like tennis balls, ropes, squeaky toys, leashes, and rubber bones.
Make Pawty Banners out of bandanas, paw print flags, and dog toy garlands. Set up a self-serve treat bar and water station. Mark off the pool perimeter with mini fire hydrant cones. Use inflatable palm trees, flamingos, and pineapples in the pool. Line the deck with dog dish centerpieces overflowing with tennis balls and pets toys. With festive decor from pool to deck, your dog’s pool party will look like the ultimate canine celebration bash!
Final Words
With cute invites, yummy pupcakes, fun games and toys, a photo booth, doggie cocktails, prizes, and favors your dog's pool party this summer will be a major splash hit! Both furry friends and pet parents alike will have a splashing good time.
These are just a few ideas to get your creative juices flowing. So, grab your four-legged friends and start planning an unforgettable dog pool party bash this summer! With a little imagination, the sky's the limit for what you can do to give your puppy pals a day of aquatic fun in the sun.
