Don’t have a dog? Why not volunteer at a dog shelter? There are rescues full of dogs who would love some extra cuddles, playtime or walks! You’ll make a dog’s day by showering them in much-needed affection, it is sure to make their day!
Here are a few of our favourites:
https://www.blisscavalierrescue.org/
https://www.westwalespoundies.org.uk/
Or if you’re short on time, buy an item listed on their Rescue Wishlist or donate some food, blankets or toys.
If you are lucky enough to share your life with a canine sidekick, try out some of our favourite pet activities:
Buy a new toy, or better yet, make one!
Play a brain game. Tug of war, fetch, find it, the cup game… The list goes on!
Put some treats in a puzzle feeder for a rewarding challenge!
Have a cuddle, or a “cwtch” as us Welsh say.
Pamper your pooch with a grooming session.
Upgrade their dog bed – if they don’t already sleep on yours…
Go to a doggy adventure park like ours! https://johnburnsfoundation.org/dog-park/
Plan a dog-friendly adventure. Where will you go?
Go on a dog-friendly break– paw on over to dogfuriendly.com for ins-paw-ration.
Learn a new trick, and don’t forget the Burns Training Bites!
Try your paw at paddle boarding!
Get creative with treats! Hide them around the garden, or maybe bake your own? Try our recipe for our Pumpkin Biscuits. https://burnspet.co.uk/nutrition-blog/easy-three-ingredient-pumpkin-dog-biscuits/
Blow some dog-friendly bubbles for your dog to chase and pop!
Arrange a doggy play date!
Try a new hobby, such as fly ball, heelwork to music, agility, scent work or canicross.