Doggy Date Ideas for Your Fur-baby

It is the perfect time of year to take your special four-legged pal out for excursions around your city! The month of love returns to allow you the opportunity to show special attention to the floofy friends we cherish the most. Every now and then, we might get in the cycle of “what are we going to do today?” and want to spice things up with our partners and pups. If you are looking for some doggy date night ideas, look no further!

Treat Your Pet

Arguably, the most effective form of self-care is to ‘Treat Yourself’! From bedazzled collars to themed bandanas to cozy sweaters, there are plenty of dog-friendly stores brimming with ‘bling’ for your fur-baby to check out and take with them. Your pet can help peruse the aisles lined with giant bones, tantalizing toys, and delicious Evolve Oven-Baked Biscuits and chewy Jerky Bites. Not sure what stores are pet-friendly? You can always call ahead to check or do a quick internet search to find the perfect outing for your family.

Plan a Playful Picnic

Depending on where you live, you might have the ideal climate for a picnic lunch at a local park! If the weather does not allow an outdoor excursion, you can always move the party inside for a living room picnic instead. All you need to do is pack a bag or basket of your favorite finger foods, a blanket, and some beverages. You can always go by the grocery store to find the essential items you need for the pawfect picnic! If you want to live more like a local, find out where and when your local Farmers Market meets up to stop by for some home-grown goods and tasty treats. Dogs are typically allowed at outdoor markets, but if you are not sure go ahead and call before making the trip.

Enjoy a Sunrise (or Sunset) Saunter

Whether you are a night owl or an early bird, there is a chance to catch the sun show hues of orange, pink, and red across the spacious sky! Catch the rays first thing in the morning and take your fur-baby on a nature stroll as the sun rises to peak over the mountains, skyscrapers, or houses. If mornings are not your thing, take your four-legged friend out for an evening sunset saunter. Pro-tip: find a city overlook as you watch the sun set and the city lights come on or if you are lucky, you live near a dog-friendly beach. Your pet will appreciate exercise and relish the view and companionship. You will also have the pawfect opportunity to take some golden hour photos of your pet.

Be a Model

When you head to the photo gallery in your phone, there is a good chance that you scroll past thousands of pictures of your fur-baby, but have you ever planned an actual photoshoot with your pet? You can go about this process in three ways: hire a professional photographer, pay a friend, or set up the scene yourself. Once you have a photographer lined up, decide on a theme. You can pick anything you want, from movies, holidays, games, and more, the list is endless for topics near and dear to your pet’s heart. Lastly, get ready to strike a pose! It is not always easy to get your pet to behave for photoshoots but a few Evolve treats could help get the job done and the poses pawfect.

Grab a Brew

Nobody wants to drink alone! You do not have to at certain breweries that allow four-legged companions to visit. Over the years, an uptick of breweries has allowed dogs to participate in bar life and hang out with their humans in select sections of the establishment. Oftentimes, there is a patio available for pooches to sip some water and meet other puppy patrons. If the breweries are in a downtown-type scene, show your pet the sights! Go by the city parks or take a memorable mural tour. You might find new spots to explore as you play tourist in your town.

Take a Class

Get out and get active with your furry friend for a date night! Most dogs love to run and 5Ks can be a perfect opportunity to spend time with your pet, give back to the community, and reach your own fitness goals. The training can be a pain, but with a faithful friend the memories and mess ups will be worthwhile. If running is not for you, find local fitness events that allow you to bring pets. A growing trend is yoga with pets like cats, dogs, and sometimes goats. There are also courses to teach your pet some new skills such as agility, rally, and scent work. Find a local training center to sign up.

Date nights are the pawfect way to bond with your fur-baby and give them some special attention.