1. Take a Stroll!
   Yes, yes, a stroll in the park might seem rather ordinary, but the fact of the matter is dogs love going outside with their owners. Plus it is great exercise! Put a twist on this outing by taking your pooch somewhere new where they can savour exciting smells and run around like an excited maniac!

2. Massage Time!
   Doggie massage is a terrific way to bond with your dog, because it is an activity that is calming, relaxing and lets them know that you entire focus is upon them. Also, dogs are very physical creatures, meaning they respond to touch and some studies show that dogs who are massaged regularly have better circulation and reduced stress. And bonus, the effect is contagious! Owners experience reduced stress too!

3. Play!
   All a dog wants, besides a look-in at the table scraps, is to engage with their person and play is viewed as a prized activity in their chocolate brown eyes! So take a break from work and challenge your devoted dog to a game of tug-of-war, Frisbee or chase!

4. Treats!
   Rarely do you find a dog who wouldn’t bend over backwards for a savoury treat! So treat them to a delicious biscuit or pupcake this year! Click here for a great DIY recipe we mentioned earlier this month, tested by some of the PAWSH pets and deemed gobble-up-worthy.

   From Rusty-Dawg Pet Products

5. Valentine’s Collar and Leash!
   Silly? Perhaps. Cute? Most definitely! There are so many beautiful pink, red and heart decorated collar and leash designs floating around the pet world these days it seems a shame not to bestow a clever collar design upon your beloved canine friend. We love this large bones collar from Rusty Dawg Pet Products. And remember, Valentine’s is about love which can be worn on your sleeve (or on your collar!) all year round!

When the next special occasion comes a wagging, raise a glass of Mutt Lynch Winery’s fine wine. Award-winning vintages and sassy whimsical labels flavoured with some dog-awesome inspiration makes this winery truly one-of-a-kind. The fun names also make these bottles a joy to enjoy! Choose from Unleashed Chardonnay, Merlot Over and Play Dead or Fou Fou le Blanc Sauvignon Blanc (to name a few!) And the best part is a portion from every bottle sold is donated to a local animal rescue organization. Fresh, fine and fabulous, Mutt Lynch Winery — perfect for Valentine’s!

Not sure what to do for Valentine’s this year? We suggest a lovely snog — literally! This beautiful hardcover book entitled, SNOG: A Puppy’s Guide to Love is such a beautiful compilation of Rachel Hale’s stunning photos that you really do want to cry while flipping through the pages. Rachel Hale, in case you didn’t know, is an absolute goddess when it comes to stylish pet photography. Her environmental style captures a simplistic sort of charm and grace that is almost impossible to describe. Stamped with the PAWSH seal of approval, you cannot go wrong giving this adorable title to your loved one this year. We promise!

We all know that peanut butter and jam are meant to be together, but who knew this common household spread worked wonders with a pair of nail clippers too? This has got to be one of the most innovative tricks for trimming a dog’s nails we’ve ever seen!