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Pool Pawties 101 - The Ultimate Pool Party for Pups

June 19, 2023

That's right folks, your next invitation-only event on the social calendar may very well be a pool party for pups!

If you want to be the first in your circle to host a fun day for all your friends' furry friends, here are some of our favorite ideas that will make your Pool Pawty the best on the block!

a dog party celebration

Start with a fun theme, and head on over to Zazzle to get those creative juices flowing with custom invitations and coordinating supplies. And who doesn't love decorating   these personalized Doggy Themed banners are pawsitively adorbs.

Refreshments: Making the short list as our furry friend's favorite puppy tummy and teeth friendly treats are Pup Cups ice cream treats from Salt and Straw:  

Image via Salt & Straw

Or if you're a home baker and want to impress your guests, our floofs go apeshit over this Pupcake Recipe  by Love from the Oven.

If you're expecting the whole pack to come party, fill up the treat table with homemade Dog Donuts decorated with rosemary and cream cheese.  Almost enticing enough for the hooman chaperones.

plush dog toy looks like corona beer and cooler

Of course, no actual alcohol for pets, but keep the pawty raging with a "Please Chew Responsibly" Zone for your canine guests age 3 yrs and up (thats 21 in dog years) -fully stocked with the a selection of White-Paw Barkling Water chew toys, Grrrrrona Interactive Dog Toy, and Cassamuttgos Chew Toys.-.and plenty of bowls full of actual water to keep ragers hydrated.

Keep in mind your whole backyard can be in full party mode with dog friendly activities like a DIY doggie agility course made from pool noodles!  

Of course, the swimming pool is center stage. Have plenty of Paw-some pool toys like this Floating Shark Fin available - they make great door prizes and will provide hours of fun for your guests. Although our canines are happy to jump in the water for an actual stick, we thought this stick toy was hilarious.

Shade is super important to keep your party guests comfortable and safe, here are some inexpensive suggestions for making a DIY Shady R&R Shelter to cool your guests who are partying too hard.  

Of course, some pups just want to lay back and sniff the sun.  Set up an area for the chill crowd, perhaps poolside Canine Cabanas with VIP Milk-Bone Service for your luxe party guests.  

Remember to have plenty of water bowls out and a lifeguard on deck to keep an eye on rambunctious rough-housers!  If this is your first ever Pool Pawty, this quick read provides safety tips to keep your guests happy and carefree!

Most of all, Stay safe, Keep cool, and have FUN!