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Is your dog’s birthday coming up? Whether you're a full-on party planner or a low-key cuddler, there are so many fun, thoughtful ways to make your pup feel special. The key? Match the celebration to your dog’s personality.

For social butterflies, consider a pup-friendly gathering in the backyard or at a dog beach. A fenced-in space, some decorations, and a few familiar furry friends go a long way. Dog-safe cake or cookies can be the perfect dessert—just check the ingredients and skip anything with chocolate or xylitol.

More introverted pups might prefer a quiet day with you—think a sniff-filled hike, a trip to the pet store to choose a new toy, or just an extra-long cuddle session on the couch with treats and a movie.

And yes, doggie gift bags are definitely a nice touch. Some squeaky toys, treats, or even a tennis ball wrapped in a towel for unwrapping can make your dog’s birthday feel like, well, the best day ever.

If your dog could choose their own birthday treats, they'd go straight for something from Three Dog Bakery.

They specialize in dog-friendly versions of the snacks we love including party-time favorites — from sweet birthday confetti cookies to savory peanut butter-filled pretzel bites.

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Daily Dig reader Rita shared this joyful birthday girl—Sapphire! With her party hat on and tongue out, she’s clearly ready to celebrate in true Great Dane style.

Sapphire’s got the perfect mix of elegance and goofiness, and she brings big love wherever she goes. Whether she’s towering over her pals or soaking up the spotlight, there’s no missing this spotted sweetheart.

Thanks for sharing your beautiful birthday pup with us, Rita! Want your dog featured as the Daily Dig Dog of the Day? Send in a photo and a few fun facts—they might be next!

We know our dogs love us. But have you ever considered that they might also love life more than we do? It may explain how your dog finds joy in the same old walk, day after day. Maybe it’s not boredom—it’s brilliance.

Some philosophers believe dogs love their lives more than we love ours. Without the burden of overthinking, they live fully in the moment, focused on that ball, that smell, that squirrel they’ll never catch but chase anyway. It's not about winning, it’s about doing.

Dogs don’t dwell. They don’t second-guess their worth or wonder if they’re doing life right. They wake up, they play, they love—without needing a reason.

It’s a powerful reminder that meaning doesn’t have to be complicated. Maybe happiness lives in the chase, not the catch. And that simple, wholehearted way of living might be the most meaningful life after all.

From puppy stars to bedtime rituals, here’s what’s trending:

• 🎂 If your dog had a wish list, these birthday treats would be on it. See them here.

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• 🛁 This dog’s nighttime self-care routine is goals. Face masks, snacks, and serious relaxation. Watch the video.

• 👻 This rescue dog looks like a Ghostbusters gargoyle. And yes, he’s as unhinged as he is lovable. Meet him.

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