I grew up in a household that always had at least one dog so it was natural that when I moved out, with enough planning and thought, I wanted one. I was excited because it wasn’t just the family dog… it was going to be my dog!
After some months of debate and researching through the breeds I came back to the one that I had always wanted during my childhood: a Husky.
For the most part, I knew what I was getting into but I didn’t know exactly how the relationship would grow. The result? Plenty of adorable things I had never thought I’d see myself doing.
Making a calendar
I couldn’t stop taking pictures of my new Husky puppy because she was oh-so adorable. Of course I was getting a ton of likes on Facebook and then I noticed some ad where I could make a calendar for a few bucks and immediately knew that’s what I was going to have in 2014.
After a few days of taking hundreds of shots (here’s a handy guide if you need), I finally selected the 12 (+1 for the cover) and had it uploaded and shipped back. I now proudly display it right in the kitchen (which has certainly got a few chuckles and eyebrow raises from friends and family when visiting).
Painted her toes
I found pet-safe nail polish at one of the bigger pet retail stores on clearance. The idea of having Suki with bright red, painted nails made me immediately burst out in laughter so I had to grab it up.
Needless-to-say… she (and I) got a ton of strange looks when we went to the dog park, ha!
Dress up thing
I think I inherited this one from my mom… I like to buy dog costumes and take pictures for the holidays (and whenever I find something cool that would make for a neat picture).
So far I’ve done a few:
- Christmas – Where she had reindeer antlers and a red ribbon for her collar
- Halloween – Where she had a spooky skeleton mask and cape
- Birthday – Where she was all dressed up with little balloons and a party hat
Come to think of it I think I have a whole bin of dog costumes but it’s totally worth the smiles it brings.
The amount I have spent on toys
I think I’ve spent at least a thousand bucks on various chew and play toys for Suki. Most of them were discarded because she was able to chew through them in a matter of minutes while others have held up quite well so far. I think the most adorable thing is that I’ve created her own little bin of play toys in her corner of the room where she can pick and choose – it’s even decorated.
Yup… she has a Facebook
I’m fairly active on the social sites like Facebook and Twitter and of course a lot of that banter these last few months has been a lot about my Husky. One bored night I decided it would be a laugh if I created her own Facebook account (which isn’t as odd as you’d think).
The account did get shut down because Facebook changed its rules but for a while she was starting to amass a following, posting “dog insights” about life, and sharing pictures with everyone. A little silly, I know, but my mom certainly got a laugh out of it (and that’s a thumbs up in my book).
Julie Wood says
I love dogs and think it is great to have a dog. My son loves his dog and it is a good way for us to get exercise. I did not even think about getting a dog his own Facebook. How cool.
Penelope says
Oh my gosh, she has a facebook?? Hahaha, love it!
Tiffany Dover says
THIS is adorable! I’m with you though….never thought I’d do these things and I did!! It’s like we turned into crazy dog ladies!
LyndaS says
Gotta love our fur babies. They become an important part of our lives.
Rhiannon Rowland says
Missing having a dog, but love my cat too! We can’t help but to love and adore our pets!
RICHARD HICKS says
Our furry friends have a way to melt your heart.
Alicia S. says
My pup already has a massive ego. I can’t imagine how she’d act if she built a social network following. Hilarious!
Sarah L says
No account for non-humans on FB? I saw a gerbil with an account.. Love the idea of red (safe) polish on her nails.
Kelsey Apley says
Aw sounds like you pamper your pets! I love my dog, he is family to us. If he was a girl I would totally paint his nails!
Jo-Ann Brightman says
I think it is great that you were able to have a Facebook for her for a while. A dog is a member of a family so why shouldn’t she have all the attention you would devote to a family member. I didn’t know that pet nail polish was being made. I love the idea!
ellen beck says
There are lots of pet owners who have faceboook ppages for their cats, dogs and you name it. I have a dog and caats. Odin tolerates most things but dressing up he might not care forr.
Angela says
Having a dog is a lot like having a child. You will do things you never thought you’d do. Amazing how fast you can get wrapped around their little paws, lol.
Theresa Gould @ Faith and Family Reviews says
My kids dressed up our pooch (until he got too big :)) and I dressed up my dogs when I was younger. This is a great list! It’s amazing what we’ll do for our pooches.
Crystal says
I got so annoyed with how much I was spending on toys that I tried making some of my mine. But then I got really sad when the dog chewed them apart (as they inevitably do). Back to the toy store!
Marcie W. says
We definitely spoil our Harvey with treats toys, and costumes, but also in many non-traditional ways as well. He has pet insurance that costs $360 a year.
Flea says
But … but … those are pugs in the photo! 🙂
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