Celebrate the Birthday of your Dog
According to recent reports, owners have recently
celebrated the birthdays of over 700,000 pets in the United States. This craze
for "pet parties" has spread to China, Japan, and England, among
other nations. Here is a list of party safety requirements to ensure that all
party animals have a pleasant and safe time if you are planning a party for
your pet, especially your dog. Although this is by no means an exhaustive list,
it serves as a solid foundation for ensuring the safety of your pet's party.
When deciding what is acceptable for your pet and the other pets at the party,
always use your best judgment. The following are some safety measures for a dog
party:
There should be at least one person at the gathering
with whom every dog feels at ease.
The dog should not fare as well if its owner is
unable to attend your celebration. If you don't feel comfortable personally
monitoring the dog, you won't be held responsible for anything that happens to
it.
Make sure you have enough waste bags on hand in case
any of the dogs' guardians forget to bring any. This is especially true when
the event takes place in a dog park or another public location. Keep the venue
in the same condition you found it before the party.
Invite only dogs that your dog already knows and
trusts, as this will keep any potential fights among the party animals to a
minimum. Keep your dog off the guest list if your best friend's dog is nice but
doesn't get along with your dog for any reason. Make arrangements for a meeting
between your dog and the other dog prior to the party if you want to invite a
dog that your dog has never before. It is inappropriate to invite dog bullies.
In the event of inclement weather, you should ensure
that you have a backup plan if you are hosting an outdoor celebration in your
backyard or at a dog park.
You can plan the party for as long as you like in
terms of duration; However, keep in mind that dogs can quickly become restless.
Don't be afraid to call it a night if you notice that a few of the visitors are
becoming irritable.
Check to see that the location where the party will
be held is securely secured and that there are no "cracks" through
which any partygoers could slip. This is especially true for the younger guests
at the party. Make sure the hole your Rottweiler has dug under your backyard
fence isn't big enough for your friend's Shih Tzu to get through. Fill the hole
before your party if you think it will be troublesome.
Make sure each puppy gets their own treat when it's
time to give them one. Allow the guardian of each dog to present the reward to
that dog.
The parents of any other dogs attending the party
should be informed if you invite dogs that have not yet been spayed or
neutered. Also, if you think it's necessary, make sure the dogs' owners keep an
eye on their pets.
Only give treats that have been found to be safe for
dogs. If you are unsure about whether any of the party favors will be toxic to
dogs, consult your veterinarian. In addition, it's a good idea to check with
the dog party attendees' owners ahead of time to see if their pet is allergic
to any particular food or ingredient.
