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Puppy Party

Kid's Birthday Party Theme

Whether it’s a birthday party, a “just because your child wants to have a party” party, or a celebration of man or woman’s best friend, there’s nothing like a Puppy Party. These sweet, loving animals are the perfect theme party for either a boy or girl (and how often does that happen?) and your 4-legged friend will delight in being the center of attention.

Dog Theme Party Invitations

How excited will the guests be when they get an invitation to a dog party? This personalized puppy dog invitation that would be perfect for your puppy party!  (There is even a matching candy bar wrapper that you can put a picture of your child and his or her dog!)

Another great option are these THE DOG party invitations that you can fill in and mail quick as 2 shakes of a puppy dog's tail! There are even matching thank you notes!

If your kids want to be involved in the party planning process let them design the invitations. With puppy stickers, markers, and pictures of dogs from magazines or hand-drawn, you will have unique, one-of-a-kind invitations!

Whatever invitation style you choose, sprinkle a little dog bone confetti in the envelope to add some sparkle!

Puppy Theme Decorations and Party Supplies

Your guests will know they’re in for fun when they see a dog theme banner hanging over the door. As everyone walks in they will be delighted to see a puppy dog sign in board where they can leave the birthday boy or girl a message.

As the guests walk in, give them a pair of doggy ears and a name tag made to look like a doggy collar. Too cute!

Make the entrance even more festive with bunches of paw print balloons too. Why not use balloons all around the party room? Balloons are an easy and inexpensive way to decorate and everyone loves them. Make the bunches in odd numbers since it is most pleasing to the eye, and add in a DOG theme Mylar balloon to each one. There are 2 designs so you can alternate them for a varied yet cohesive look! For a fun touch use dog bean bags as balloon weights!

A fun yet inexpensive decorating idea is to use plastic squeak toys and dog bones from the dollar store as decoration. They make great balloon weights, and you can leave piles of them around to room. Consider donating them to an animal shelter after the party.

We love wall decorations because they are an easy way to bring color to a party room. There are some great DOG giant wall decals that match the rest of your decorations!

Puppy Theme Table Decorations and Menu

Set the table with puppy dog paper goods. They are cute, match the theme, and are easy to clean up. How can it get better?

You can add more fun to your tables with a DOG theme centerpiece. Or make your own centerpiece with new plastic dog bowls filled bone shaped cookies (use a dog bone shaped cookie cutter).

If the party’s for lunch then hot dogs, full size or minis, are a must! Serve with chips, fruit and milk, chocolate or plain, and you’re done – except for the cake of course. A bakery can make one in the shape of a dog or buy a cake pan in the shape of a dog and make your own. And, don’t forget the ice cream!

If the party isn’t for lunch or dinner, you can serve silly snacks. Everyone will be laughing when you serve round and crunchy cereal in a bowl. Is it really dog food, or does it just look like it? Make delicious cookies in the shape of dogs, dog bones or even dog houses and let the kids decorate them with sprinkles and frosting. It’s great fun and a great tasting activity.

Dog Theme Party Activities

Gather everyone in a room and spread some cozy blankets on the floor. Have each guest bring their favorite stuffed dog and read one of the best dog story’s ever Go Dog Go. And while they’re all seated, why not play some fun party games? Doggie, Doggie Where’s Your Bone and Pass the Puppy (a variation on Hot Potato) will have everyone giggling and ready to eat.

Looking for a more active game? Kids of all ages love piñatas. Hang a dog bone piñata filled with candy and toys and let the kids (carefully) start swinging! When it breaks, look out, there will be treats and laughter everywhere.

Puppy Theme Party Favors

Send your guests home with tasty treats that are just too good for their 4-legged friends. For a truly special gift, choose a milk or dark chocolate candy bar with a personalized puppy wrapper from Creations For You. It’s sure to be the best party favor ever! The DOG party favor box is the perfect choice. Another great option are dog bone crayons that will offer hours of entertainment even after the party’s over.

With Party411.com’s help, your guests will have such a great time at the Puppy Party; they won’t be able to wait for next year’s event. And who knows what that may be…wizards, superheroes or may be even dinosaurs!