Fun Ways To Make Memories With Your Furry Family Members

Our furry friends bring so much love and laughter into our lives, it’s no wonder we enjoy their company so much.

Whether it’s hanging out at home, going to the local park, or on a playdate with other animals—spending time with your four-legged family members is always a great experience.

From spoiling them with high-quality pet accessories, to bringing them into bed with us—we love to make sure they have the best life possible.

Need some new ideas for spending that quality time with your fur baby? Here are five ways you can make lasting memories and enjoy an adventure along the way. 

Go on Holidays Together

There’s nothing better than going on holidays; the thought of relaxing with those you love is always a pleasant thought.

It can be hard leaving when you spot those big brown eyes staring longingly at you through the window.

If only Fido could come too. The good news? With the rise in pet-friendly accommodation, now they can! 

Not only can you get away and have some much needed fun, but your furry family members can get out in the fresh air, and explore new scenery and sights with you.

Pet friendly hotels can cater to your furry family members in a variety of ways from providing basics like food dishes, water bowls, and outdoor play areas, to room service menus especially tailored to pets, organised excursions, and pampered grooming—depending how fancy you want to get!

Host a Pet Party

Whether you’re celebrating a special occasion or it’s ‘just because’, a pet party is always a great way to have fun, make memories and socialise (for you and your pet). You could even dress them up in their own party bandana so they look the part! 

But how to host a pet party? There are a few things to consider, like the location, decorations, food, and activities.

With the location, you’ll want to have the party somewhere that is pet-friendly and spacious, like the local dog park or easy-to-clean indoor spaces.

When it comes to the decorations, keep things simple but festive with edible decorations and pet toys.

For snacks, you can try pre-making some home-made cat and dog treats, or find some pet-friendly food at a local market or pet store.

And now, what will they get up to? Some fun pet-safe activities can include throwing toys and balls around, or a ‘treat treasure hunt’—this is particularly great for getting pups to use their powerful noses! 

Get pampered together

Another way to create unforgettable memories with your furry family members is by getting pampered together.

And this doesn’t always mean the basics, like a nail trimming or haircut. It can be a little more bougie, like getting “pawdicures” and pet massages.

Pawdicures usually consist of a nail trim, paw hair trim, and a paw health check-up that can be done by either your vet and/or a pet groomer.

Sometimes it can even include some pet-friendly moisturiser on their toe beans—how lovely!

Pet massages can boost your furry family members’ physical and mental health by increasing circulation to their muscles and joints, easing pain, and relieving stress and anxiety.

Pet massages can be done by your vet and/or a qualified animal massage therapist.

You can turn the pampering into a group activity by getting a pedicure and massage of your own on the same day, or by learning how to give your furry family members a pawdicure and massage and then doing it yourself. 

Make Them a Pet-Friendly Cake

Just like pet parties, whether it’s for a special occasion or ‘just because,’ making and giving a pet-friendly cake to your furry family members will be a memory both of you will never forget.

The best ingredients for a pet-friendly cake can include: peanut butter, non-grain flour, honey, eggs, fish (for cats), pet biscuits, and vegetables.

By including these ingredients, you can give your furry family members a treat, the nutrients they need, and have fun at the same time.

If you want to add or substitute ingredients, make sure to read the labels and/or consult with your vet. 

Making your furry family members a pet-friendly cake will not only be fun and memorable for you, but for them as well as they get to demolish and devour their special treat.

Get a Pro to Snap Some Pictures

One of the best ways to preserve memories of you and your furry family members is through pictures, and although you may have taken plenty of selfies and pictures together already, nothing beats professional photographs.

Getting professional photographs done is a great way to capture your fur baby’s unique personality.

Professional photographers have years of experience, a multitude of skills, and technical equipment that will produce high-quality photographs that will last for years to come.

Some photographers may even offer to print the photographs on mugs or blankets, so you can also have some extra mementos.

When taking your furry family members to have their photographs taken, plan ahead by making sure that they are well-rested and fed, and bringing treats and toys along for both great shots and to give them a break when needed. 

Whatever you decide to do with your fur baby, they are going to love spending any extra time with you!

By going the extra mile to create these wonderful memories, you and your furry family members will have the time of your lives together.