Heart-Shaped Thoughts: Valentine's Day Ideas for Your Dog and Cat

Or is that fur? Whatever it is, February means it’s time to celebrate Valentine’s Day (sorry Presidents’ Day). And who better to celebrate the holiday with than the one that gives you unconditional love? HINT: We’re talking about your pet.

Save the cards for someone who won’t accidentally eat them. We have all kinds of Valentine’s Day ideas for your dog and cat that’ll win their hearts.

Make yourself jealous. Book a Valentine’s Day date for your dog with a grooming salon. Imagine your furry friend in the comforts of a Pet Supplies Plus Salon getting a massaging bath, floof-relieving haircut, rejuvenating blow-dry, invigorating brushout and more. Your pup will feel like a whole new dog. Sorry, we don’t do humans at this time.

For a pet-friendly Valentine’s Day you’ll never forget, get a picture of you and your pet. Hire a private photographer, go to a photo studio or have someone help you take a photo that’s more than just a selfie. And for you single adults, it’s something you can show your folks when they ask, “When are you going to give us grandkids?”

Your pets will never say “no” to a new dog or cat toy because, well, they can’t talk. But trust us, they’ll love meeting this kind of Valentine’s Day date. It’s the perfect time to replace a toy that has seen better days or bring a new toy friend into their lives.

Since getting four dinners is probably not going to happen for your fur babies, give them some extra dog or cat treats for a pet-friendly Valentine’s Day. Or better yet, get them something extra special from a local pet bakery. At Pet Supplies Plus, you’ll find bakery cases filled with cookies and other seasonal sweet treats.

There’s no law that says dogs and cats can’t have it all. PlayBox by Pet Supplies Plus gives them both fun toys and yummy treats that have been curated by pet lovers like you. And for cats, they get the bonus gift of a box they can sit in.

Plan a play date with your friends and their dogs. Or if it’s nice enough outside, take them to a dog park. Get-togethers like these are also the perfect occasion to show off some new doggie Valentine’s Day bling, i.e., a new collar, leash or ID tag.

If you live somewhere that’s warm in February, lucky you! And lucky dog. Spend a day with your best friend hiking in the woods or relaxing at the beach for some quality bonding time. And if you don’t live somewhere that’s warm in February, no problem. You can get away to a pet-friendly hotel. And yes, the bonding time will be just as “fetch.” (See what we did there?)

The best kinds of pet-friendly gifts are the ones that come from the heart—and articles like this one. And don’t limit your displays of affection to Valentine’s Day. Share the love throughout the year, even on Presidents’ Day.