It’s National Spoil Your Dog Day — Not That Your Dog Needed an Excuse

Go ahead. Give them the good treats. They’ve earned it just by existing.

If your dog is currently staring at you with those eyes, today is the universe’s way of telling you to just give in. August 10th is National Spoil Your Dog Day, and honestly, most of us have been training for this holiday all year long.

Let’s be real — spoiling the dog isn’t exactly a stretch for most people. According to Just Food For Dogs, 70% of people already spoil their pup on a regular basis. So if you thought you were overdoing it, congratulations — you’re actually just average.

And it gets better. A survey by PuppySpot found that 80% of people pamper their puppy as much as possible. As much as possible. That’s not spoiling — that’s a lifestyle.

Your Dog Might Be Getting More Love Than Your Partner
No judgment here, but the numbers don’t lie. According to a survey by Pollfish, 46% of people spoil their dog more than they spoil their significant other. Nearly half. Your partner might want to have a conversation about that. Your dog, however, is thriving.

How People Are Spoiling Their Pups Today
Not sure where to start? According to a survey by Figo Pet Insurance, here’s how most people show their dogs some love:

🦴 Extra treats — 62%
🐾 Petting them — 55%
🎾 Playing with them — 54%
💛 Extra attention — 52%
🧸 Lots of toys — 52%
And according to PuppySpot, the go-to moves are treats and cuddles, followed by long walks and new toys. Basically, your dog has better self-care habits than most people.

Because They Were Home Alone, Obviously
Feeling guilty about leaving for work? You’re not alone. According to Lily’s Kitchen, 30% of people ramp up the pampering specifically when their dog has been home alone for too long. It’s basically a tax. You leave, they sit on the couch and look sad, and you come home with a new chew toy. Fair deal.

And if you’re more of a treat person — same. Natural Instinct found that 14% of people go straight for the extra treats when it’s time to spoil their pup.

Denver, It’s a Great Day for a Spoil
If you’re in the Denver area, today is a solid excuse to hit up a local pet boutique, grab some high-end treats, or just take your dog on a longer trail than usual. They won’t complain. They never do.

Bottom Line
Your dog doesn’t know what day it is. They don’t need to. They just know that you showed up, you’ve got snacks, and you’re willing to sit on the floor and give belly rubs for an unreasonable amount of time.

That’s the whole holiday. Go enjoy it.

— Happy National Spoil Your Dog Day