We love our dogs. For most people, we care for them like they're our children. In the warm summer weather, be sure to have fun with your pup. Explore and try new things together! This is the time to cross items off your bucket list, and who's to say none of them were on your dogs bucket list too?
Blow Bubbles
My pups love to pop bubbles in the summer, they can go for hours and hours without a break. Their tongue might be a little sudsy but it's worth the smile on their face! Bubbles are cheap and inexpensive so you won't be breaking your bank either. Sit back, relax, and blow some bubbles!
Play Frisbee or Catch
All you need is a tennis ball or frisbee to get the party started. Both are easy to find toys that all dogs love! Make sure you don't lose the frisbee to the wind though! Getting the tennis ball back might be a little difficult... but it's an added game of chase!
The Park
Dogs love parks! You can walk trails or pack a picnic, and spend the day enjoying some new scenery. Let your pup lead you down a different path while he follows his nose. Just remember how to get back to the car!
Paw Painting
Head to your local craft store and pick up a canvas and finger paints. Finger pants are safe and washable! Paint your pups paws and make a picture to commemorate the bond you have together!
Outdoor Baths
Baths are hard. Very hard. But in the summer you can grab the hose and dog shampoo and bathe them in the grass! This might also involve chasing your dog around the yard but much less stressful than being stuck in a bath tub
The Ocean
I think every pup should be able to feel the sand on their paws and the ocean air in their fur. Be sure to find beaches that allow dogs and let them experience the biggest pool in the world!
Hikes
Sometimes a walk around the block just isn't enough. Splurge a little and take a drive to a hiking path. Let your dog not only meet the ocean, but the terrain of the world outside of your home.
Sun Bathing
After all the fun and adventures, make sure to lay out in the summer sun with your pup. Fall asleep accidentally (just don't get burnt!) and wake to their warm fur right next to you.