If your a dog owner theres nothing more exciting than being invited to a puppy party, so success is not hard to reach when creating your own.

Plan ahead

All parties need a guest list, so send those invitations out.
Buy them online or personalize them yourself by heading to your nearest craft store.

Knowing how many guests will arrive can help prepare your home and pocket for what supplies may be needed for the event.

Know the temperament of your guests

Be sure to have a FRIENDLY guest list.
Food and toys present among dogs can mean trouble, depending on the dog.

Invite dogs that you know have been around others for playtime.
Friends fom the local dog park or yappy hour that you may have attended.  Playtime buddies.

Dogs that are new to the group may be destructive in the home or aggressive when it comes to food or toys.

Arrange play areas for your friends so theres no need to ask.

Create your own signs for the appropriate areas with colorful construction paper.  Maybe green for tennis balls.

A Fun Zone with a Zoomie Course.  Clear an outdoor area to run thats safe.  Or create a splash zone if its a hot day.

A goodie bar thats unreachable for the pups.   Give your puppy parents the opportunity to control their treats.
All guests should be aware if there’s a cake to follow for the special moment, so that pets are not over eating.

Add healthy snacks.
Yummies are always good but add some healthy snacks to your goodie bar.

Have a designated poop area. 
Maybe put a plastic fire hydrant or place a sign in the area with red construction paper in the shape of a fire hydrant.

Prepare for guests arrival with welcome gifts

Create a fun pack for your guests as they arrive.
Something that has a little action to it.
Maybe fill a a box with kongs or toys, and add their pups name to it.  Having to search  for it will get things started right away.

Get EVERYONE involved in the fun.

Create games to play….

Have a box of silly dog outfits, and whoever can find the most pieces to fully dress their pet the fastest wins.

Maybe the best treat catcher, or best trick.
Keep eveyone involved in the fun.

Show your appreciation

Have a parting gift ready at the door.
Something simple like a dog key chain or tennis ball.
Attach a thank you note with a paw print from your pet to remember the good time.

And now you just started the trend of more puppy parties to come!

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