April 11th is National Pet day!
Yeay! Today I bring you a few tips and ideas to spoil your furry family members on this special day. How did National Pet day come about? Well, according to PetDayUSA.com,
“National Pet Day was founded in 2006 by Pet & Family Lifestyle Expert, Animal Welfare Advocate Colleen Paige, to celebrate the joy pets bring to our lives and to create public awareness about the plight of many different kinds of animals awaiting a forever home in shelters and rescues all around the globe.”
Those of us that are pet owners, past or present, know all about showing our fur kids lots of love. If you recently suffered pet loss or just looking for new ways to help animals, consider donating, volunteering or adopting from your local animal shelters.
Let’s get started by checking out this helpful infographic with 10 Ideas to celebrate pets on National Pet Day!
10 Ways to Celebrate pets on National Pet Day! [Infographic]
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If you are looking for more ideas for activities to do with your pets, check out my other blog post 6 bucket list ideas to try with your pet.
Did you like these ideas? Would you add any other ideas? Which one is your favorite? Comment and share your thoughts below!
Talent Hounds says
April 12, 2018 at 2:50 pmLovely ideas. Kilo the Pug thinks every day is National Pet Day or actually Kilo day. We do photo shoots often – he now goes and sits on his spot and looks at me expectantly hoping for treats if he sees the phone or camera. Speaking of treats, he gets lots while training every day. He loves his food (we just filmed a product review yesterday so he couldn’t believe his good luck- some dinner at lunch time). I got some new toys from Global so I gave him one yesterday. It was kind of nasty outside so we played games inside. I was finally able to hobble around after knee treatment so that made him very happy. Then we had a little nap in the afternoon. I also promoted our video Forever so we can donate to his rescue if it gets shared more. XS
Kamira Gayle says
April 13, 2018 at 11:07 pmAww Kilo had a great day. I remember your Forever video. So sweet. Sounds like you both had a productive lovely day. Hope you feel better soon and back to 100% after your knee treatment.
Christine AnimalHealer says
April 12, 2018 at 2:08 pmEveryday should be National Pet Day!! Pet parents love their animals and make them part of their families moreso than ever before so always time to celebrate. My fav on your list is watching pet movies. I love them all. The best are the Air Buddies movies. So fun and cute!!
Kamira Gayle says
April 13, 2018 at 11:08 pmChristine,
I couldn’t agree more! Everyday should be National pet day! Hmm my favorite is an oldie — Milo and Otis! Classic.
Sadie says
April 12, 2018 at 12:21 pmIt was a cold, rainy and gross day here in Ontario, yesterday. We spent our time together playing hide-and-seek, fetch, and cuddling. Love these ideas!
Kamira Gayle says
April 13, 2018 at 11:08 pmSadie,
Ah yes! Indoor games! Good one hide and seek!
Katie Sample says
April 12, 2018 at 10:59 amThese are great ideas! We went for a walk, played fetch in the backyard, and I had a friend over for them to play with! Today we have a play date with Echo’s litter mate at the park!
Kamira Gayle says
April 13, 2018 at 11:09 pmKatie,
Sounds like you all literally had a fun filled day! 🙂
Heather Wallace, Bridle & Bone says
April 12, 2018 at 8:19 amFor National Pet Day we spent the entire day at the vet! First Beau had his general wellness exam. Then I had clients in the office I share with an integrative veterinarian. So I got to spend time with dogs the entire day! Can’t think of a better way to spend National Pet Day.
Kamira Gayle says
April 12, 2018 at 8:43 amHeather,
Oh my ! You are one busy bee! A day with animals is heaven to me. Glad you had a great day.
Hindy Pearson says
April 12, 2018 at 5:28 amYou have some fab ideas for ways to celebrate our special bond. My favourite way to celebrate would be to volunteer at a shelter. Nothing is more rewarding or better for the soul!
Kamira Gayle says
April 12, 2018 at 8:42 amHindy,
This is so true. I feel most satisfaction when helping other animals /people. Fills the heart and soul with purpose.
Cathy Armato says
April 11, 2018 at 11:23 pmDefinitely fun ways to celebrate Nat’l Pet Day together! I love your info-graphic, it’s beautiful! I pinned it.
Love & Biscuits,
Dogs Luv Us and We Luv Them
Kamira Gayle says
April 12, 2018 at 8:41 amCathy,
Thanks so much! I appreciate it!
Beth says
April 11, 2018 at 11:04 pmHappy National Pet Day! All of these are great ways to celebrate!
Kamira Gayle says
April 12, 2018 at 8:40 amThank you! Glad you liked these ideas.
Sweet Purrfections says
April 11, 2018 at 10:17 pmWhat wonderful ways to celebrate together. We stayed in bed together extra time this morning.
Kamira Gayle says
April 12, 2018 at 8:40 amSnuggle time is the best time!
caren gittleman says
April 11, 2018 at 7:45 pmI think those ideas are pawesome!!
Kamira Gayle says
April 12, 2018 at 8:40 amThank you.
The Dash Kitten Crew says
April 11, 2018 at 5:06 pmI am going to try the Pet Photo shoot I can have so much fun with that. Can you imagine our cats, what a bunch of mini divas LOL!
I love the infographic!!
Kamira Gayle says
April 12, 2018 at 8:39 amThanks so much!
Sonja of Montecristo Travels says
April 11, 2018 at 2:57 pm#4 is our go to!! Every time! Always fun to discover a new town, trail … I can’t wait for this eternal snow to finally go so we can get back at it!
Kamira Gayle says
April 12, 2018 at 8:39 amYes! You all are always ready for a big adventure. 🙂
The Daily Pip says
April 11, 2018 at 2:55 pmI love all these tips especially watching a pet movie together. How fun! Of course, adopting an animal (if are able) is always a wonderful thing to do any day of the year.
Kamira Gayle says
April 12, 2018 at 8:38 am😀
Ruth Epstein says
April 11, 2018 at 2:22 pmLove this and Layla woofs Happy National Pet Day. She is getting a bath today which she hates LOL but sun is shining so want to do it, BUT she has been spoiled also by getting a bag of her favorite treats which is chicken jerky with bacon wrapped around it so she cannot complain that I do not spoil her LOL. Plus I am not teaching today so I might take her to the park to spend the afternoon, quality time with no electronics.
Kamira Gayle says
April 12, 2018 at 8:38 amRuth,
Oh hope your day was great Layla! It’s always nice to take time and unplug. Hope you had a great day.
Seville at Nerissa's Life says
April 11, 2018 at 1:51 pmToday is National Pet Day? Today our peeps are supposed to be spoilin’ us rotten with nip and toys and treats and games and stuff? CLEARLY, my peeps didn’t get the memo. Gonna have to do something ’bout that, for sure. MOUSES!
Kamira Gayle says
April 12, 2018 at 8:37 am😀