The best time to throw a dog birthday party
Dog birthday parties aren't just cute—they're the perfect excuse for a small gathering. Here's how to keep it low-key, fun and actually enjoyable for everyone (including the birthday dog).
The UK's Independent newspaper recently ran a story about a London couple who threw their dog a birthday party. Balloons, a cake made from liver and oats, miniature sausage rolls, tote bags with the dog's face on them. The total came to around £120 — just over 1,000 kroner, give or take the exchange rate.
Cue the comments section. "Ridiculous." "Sweet." "More than I spent on my wedding." A familiar mix of eye-rolls and quiet admiration.
But maybe the more interesting question isn't whether it's too much. It's what it's for.
Because no dog asks for a party. They don't need decorations or themed biscuits or a guest list. What they notice is the attention. The extra fuss. The people they love in one place, passing them bits of cheese. The quiet fact of being celebrated.
So maybe the point of a dog birthday party isn't the party. Maybe it's just another way of saying: you're here, you're loved, and we're glad you are.
Of course, 1,000 kroner is still a choice. Even if the tote bags were tasteful. But scale aside, it makes you wonder. What does a dog birthday look like here? What should it look like? A long walk through the woods? A cinnamon swirl from the corner bakery, shared grudgingly? A splash in the harbour or just a few more minutes before heading home?
One to think about. Especially if your dog has a birthday coming up.