3 Best Holiday Puppy Activities by Pet-Sitting Experts

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You are looking for some holiday puppy activities? You came to the right place. It’s that time of year again! The holidays are approaching, and if you’re like most people, it’s not just the season of goodwill. It can also be a difficult time of year.

But one thing that everyone loves about the holidays is bringing home a new puppy. There are many fun holiday activities to do with your new pet. Just be sure you keep them safe by following these tips from pet-sitting experts.

Holiday puppy activities can be fun, and educational and provide a great way to bond with your new pal. Holiday puppy activities can also help you get your puppy used to new environments and people.

Here are some ideas if you’re looking for some holiday puppy activities that are both enjoyable and beneficial for you and your new friend.

Take Your Puppy to a Local Holiday Light Show

  • If you live in a place where it snows, take your puppy outside and let him or her run around in the snow as much as possible. Dogs love this.
  • If you don’t live in a cold weather area, but want to get out of the house for some fresh air, consider taking your dog to go see a parade or festival. There are sure to be plenty of other dogs that will keep her or him busy. Be sure though that before you leave for the event, bring along some sweaters for both of you. It can get chilly at night.

DIY Puppy Christmas Balls and Ornaments (for puppies under 6 months old)

For young puppies, it’s best to keep them away from the Christmas tree. But you can still make them their own festive decorations.

For the doggy lovers in your life who just can’t get enough of that adorable puppy face, these DIY holiday decorations are a thoughtful and fun way to celebrate the season. We all love celebrating the holidays with our pets, and there’s no reason why that should stop at humans.

Puppy Christmas
Puppy Christmas

The do-it-yourself dog Christmas ball is easy to make if you have time on your hands while your puppy is napping. You’ll just need a few supplies and a little bit of patience. You can have a cute little sphere on the tree in no time, and your puppy will love playing with it when he or she wakes up from their nap.

If you’re looking for a way to make this project even more personal, consider making it in the shape of your dog’s paw print. This would be an excellent gift for a new pet owner and an easy way to commemorate the lasting bond between man and best friend. That way, every year when they put up their tree, they’ll be reminded of how much they love their pup.

Make Your Own Treats and Deliver them to Neighbors

If you’re looking for a way to keep your puppy occupied while you’re away and give back to the community at the same time, consider making and delivering homemade dog treats to friends and family.

The holiday season is a time of giving, not only to our fellow humans but also to the pets that share our homes. In addition to treats and toys that you can buy from pet stores and specialty shops, you can also make your own. There are plenty of recipes available online for making homemade treats for cats and dogs, many of which include ingredients you probably already have in your home.

Here are some of the best tips for making homemade gifts for your pets this holiday season:

  • Choose fresh ingredients over dried ones. Your furry friends will appreciate the fresher taste more than anything.
  • If you’re making treats to give out to neighbors, make sure they are sealed properly before giving them to your pets. You may want to consider using resealable bags or containers. Don’t forget to label each container so that your neighbor knows what’s inside.

Separate Your Puppy From the Tree or Decorations

Make sure your puppy is not able to chew on or eat any of the tree decorations. If you have a decorated tree, make sure that it is out of reach from your puppy. They love eating tinsel, so make sure any decorations with this material are safely stored away until after the holidays.

Tree skirts are another thing that puppies love to chew on and eat, so make sure you keep them out of reach as well. The same goes for the stand itself if there’s an empty hole in it where your puppy could stick their head inside and get stuck.

Christmas Puppy
Christmas Puppy

Tree stands are also great places for dogs to go potty, so keep an eye on your pup in this area if they ever go near it (which they will).

There are many fun holiday activities you can enjoy with your new puppy

Puppies love to play. The holidays are a great time to get your puppy involved in some of the activities you plan out for yourself. Decorate the tree and let him tug on the lights while they’re still unplugged. When he’s older, give him a stocking filled with toys and treats on Christmas morning.

Puppies are curious and will investigate anything new, so be prepared for them to find any decorations that aren’t tied down. They’ll likely rip them off of whatever they’re attached to. If there are presents under the tree, make sure they’re wrapped tightly so that if your pup sniffs at one it doesn’t fly open (or worse, gets eaten).

Holiday lights can also provide hours of entertainment for both yourself and your new friend. Walk around outside at night in front of houses with lots of festive decorations, and don’t forget about twinkly lights too.

You can even take walks through parks or fields where these elements abound without needing electricity from above. just remember that snow isn’t always present during winter months but sometimes we see rain instead so keep an umbrella handy just in case.

Conclusion

In the end, it’s all about having fun with your puppy. Whether you decide to take them on a trip to see the local holiday lights or make treats for neighbors, your puppy can be a great asset in making this time of year more enjoyable for everyone. And if nothing else, remember that puppies need love and attention just as much as any other pet does.

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