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Last Minute Mother’s Day Gifts from the Pets

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Mother’s Day in the U.S. is this Sunday, the 8th. If you haven’t gotten mom anything from the pets you still have time! Here are some creative, handmade gifts that you can help your pets make in under an hour.

Custom Artwork

You will need:

  • 1 gallon-size Ziploc bag
  • A piece of 8.5″ x 11″ paper or card-stock
  • Non-toxic paints – You can find these at any craft store in the kids section
  • Xylitol free peanut butter

Directions:

  1. Place a piece of paper or card-stock inside the Ziploc bag.
  2. Add a few globs of paint in various colors to the piece of paper. Try to keep clear of the edge of the bag. If you get any outside of the bag, start over.
  3. Seal the bag.
  4. Add some peanut butter on the upwards facing side of the bag. You don’t want to spread this out so just some globs of peanut butter is fine. Try to place them not on top of paint globs.
  5. Let your dog lick the peanut butter.
  6. Once your dog has licked off all of the peanut butter or looses interest, let the artwork dry for a few hours before removing from the bag.
  7. Continue to let artwork dry if needed.

As your dog licks the peanut butter they’ll push around the paint that is safely inside the bag. You’ll be left with a one-of-a-kind custom artwork that your dog painted.

Is your dog not a fan of peanut butter? You can use anything that encourages them to lick. Wet food, apple sauce, or goat-milk yogurt also work great.

DIY Card

While you’re at the craft store picking up paint, why not also pick up a non-toxic stamp pad? You and your pet can create a DIY Mother’s Day card that she is sure to treasure.

You will need:

  • A piece of 8.5″ x 11″ paper or card-stock
  • Non-toxic stamp pad
  • Pet-safe wet wipes OR wet paper towels

Directions:

  1. (Optional) Decorate the paper or card-stock before having your pet help. You can also make a design the incorporates your pets paw print at the end.
  2. Wipe off your pets paw with a wet paper or a pet-safe wet wipe to remove any debris.
  3. Place their paw into the non-toxic stamp pad. You may need to move their paw around a little bit to ensure good coverage and transfer of the ink.
  4. Place their inked paw onto the paper or card-stock and press down gently for 2-3 seconds.
  5. Lift up your pets paw and clean it off with a pet-safe wet wipe or a wet paper towel.

There you have it! A custom Mother’s Day card that your pet helped you make.

This activity is best done on a surface that is easily cleaned. Ink can be difficult to get off fully. You don’t want little blue paw prints on mom’s white carpet after all!

Book a Future Visit

Okay, we know this one isn’t technically handmade. But it’s still a great gift idea!

Mom will love having a Wet Noses Pet Sitter help her out while she’s busy. We don’t just offer dog walking but general pet sitting services.

Did you completely forget about Mother’s Day? It’s okay! Book with us and tell mom we were already booked for Mother’s Day. We won’t tell anyone you need a few extra weeks to plan that incredible Mother’s Day getaway.

Support Local Pet Businesses on Small Business Saturday

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How to Support Local Small Pet Businesses

Supporting small businesses is especially important in 2020 when so many have already been hard hit. Thankfully Small Business Saturday gives us a chance to really focus on local businesses and bring them some holiday cheer, and sales! If you are wondering how you can help this year, here are some ideas for you:

  • Presents – Which of your friends have pets, or just like animals? Many stores sell novelty items as well as pet supplies. Consider which gifts you can purchase at a local store instead of from a big-box competitor.
  • Presents for the Pets – Sometimes it is easier to get presents for the pets than for the people, and the people appreciate them just as much! So check out those dog beds, scratching posts, toys and treats.
  • Get a Gift for Yourself – Have you been holding off on a purchase? Maybe now is the time! Since many stores run sales, check out the deals to see if anything is of interest. If not, buy that special item anyway. You are supporting a local business!
  • Gift Cards – If you don’t know what to buy, always go with a gift card to your favorite local shop. Then your friend or family member can pick their own present! Gift cards do not have to be large amounts and can make fantastic stocking stuffers for those hard-to-buy-for folks.

Northern Colorado Small Businesses to Support

Not sure which business to support? You want to find something locally owned that appeals to you. Think about all types of pet business when looking for presents. Groomers, dog trainers, pet sitters, etc. The easiest local businesses to support are pet supply stores since they offer a wide variety of products and have items that appeal to all the people on your list. Here are local pet supply stores in Northern Colorado:

Need gift ideas? Check out these ideas and then contact your local store to see if they carry these items, or can order them:

5 Easter Presents for Your Dog

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Spring is here!  … Okay, well almost, but it is so close.  We can feel the changing temps and see the buds start to bloom as we shake off the cold of winter.  Plus, Easter baskets are popping up everywhere, but did you know that kids aren’t the only ones who would love to get some extra goodies this spring? Our fur-children deserve a little something for Easter too. Check out these “pawesome” presents that you can get for you dog this Easter.  They are sure to love them!  

 

Edible Easter Card – This all natural card is more like a treat

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Easter Treat Basket  – Full of Fido friendly treats, 16 treats in 12 flavors

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Easter Egg Box of Dog Treats – 8 fantastic truffles and a tiny rabbit cake bite

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Happy Easter Tank Top – It’s still a little chilly around Easter, so keep them cozy with this cute little shirt

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Hide-an-Egg Squeaky Plush Toy – Keep your dog entertained with this awesome toy

 

 

 

 

 

Easter is definitely a wonderful time to enjoy the warmer temperatures with your loved ones.  We celebrate the things that are important to us and that includes our pets!  Make sure to pick you pet up some a little something special this Easter season so that they feel included.