December is one of the most popular months for proposals, with a whopping 20% of proposals happening throughout the month. It’s no surprise that December is magical- it is a month of reunions for families and loved ones, and romance follows closely through the holidays. So who wants to start the new year with a ring on their partner’s hand?

Dog adoptions have also been through the ‘woof’ since COVID, making it a great time to get help from your favorite four-legged friend in asking the big question. After all, they’ll be joining the family, so why not have them help with a pawsome proposal?

With ideas like this, ‘no’ will not be the answer

Here are some ideas to help plan the pawfect dog proposal:

Puppy Tag Proposal

Get a unique custom-made tag for your pup’s collar and propose right when she sees it. It is a unique proposal that she will likely not see coming. Plus, who can say no to those puppy dog eyes?;) The advantage is that it can be done anywhere- in your home, outdoors, or in that special place you met.

Also, you can frame the collar with the tag for an anniversary present or incorporate it into the wedding theme!

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Puppy Ring Proposal

You could have the dog be the ring bearer for the proposal and the wedding. There are cute ways you can attach an engagement ring- either with a little pouch on the collar, a specially made tuxedo bandana with a ring option, or a cute little pillow that will display the ring in its full glory.
This pup-posal can be as big or as small as you want, and there are many different ways it could happen. For example, have your dog lead your significant other to a place where you will be waiting on one knee and then show them the dog’s collar. Or, have your dog enter the room after your four-legged child is sitting down (or in the purrfect place) and you are ready for your speech.

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A Riddle to Solve

Some couples enjoy games and riddles more than others, and why not make a fun game out of the proposal? For example, you could tie a little riddle on your dog’s collar with clues to lead your significant other to the ultimate prize- a proposal!
If you choose to do a riddle, you could have the dog help lead the way by hiding treats they can sniff out along the path. You would be waiting at the end of this scavenger hunt – ring in hand.

It is getting Chilly Pawfect Sweater Weather

How about that Snuggly Sweater that your dog will hate but you will love?
You can always get a customized sweater to declare your ultimate love… or how about that cute bandana. The advantage of that is that they are very customizable. You can pawrint a picture of the two of you on the front.

Dog Treats- Yes, we do!

Nothing says I am mutts about you as dog treats.
Try laying a trail of Sir Bark’ a lot’s favorite treats that lead both him and your future wife/husband to the big question. You can customize the treats, so each one says something different, or you could spell out “Will you marry me/us?” with each pup-cookie being one letter. It would be not only fun for you but can also be quite a memorable experience for the dog in your life.

Dog Friendly Restaurant And That Pawfect Dog Proposal

Mr Hairy Pawter might not be a dog that is very reliable. So you might not want to put all your treats in his basket, but into yours. Going to a dog-friendly restaurant that you all love can be just the place to say the ‘I do’s’. Planning to have a photographer on the next table (or hidden in the restaurant) can get the pawfect pictures at the purrfect time as you get down on one knee. The photos will last you a lifetime and you will always have a great place to go to and reminisce.

In the Age of Cell Phones Why Not Have Some Fun

Each couple has their own ritual and ways of doing things. In the age of instagram and snapchat a picture is worth 1000 treats. Why not send a picture of your dog with a sign or a message. It can say- “will you marry us?” or you can propose a date. Make it yappy and fun.

A Dog Proposal Is Just what your relationship needed

Anyone have a spare Go-Pro?

Want to catch your future Mrs. (or Mr.) to saying yes at the pawfect time? Why not have your Kim Kardashund carry a Go-Pro around their neck, or on their back, and let your pup be the camera dog! You can tie it right next to the ring but make sure to do a couple practice runs first. Check out how Roo helped to capture the big moment.

This is another one that could be incorporated into the wedding. Imagine the video of your pup running down the aisle as the ring bearer, from two different points of views (the dog’s Go-Pro, and the videographer)!

What about including Your Cat in Your Proposal?

We, at Furever Us don’t discriminate and love our felines just as much as we do our canines. However, we do understand that they might not be as cooperative as your friendly Fido. So we have some fun ways you can include them too. Check them out.

The Pawssibilities are endless when including you dog in that memorable proposal

These are just a few ideas we have in our arsenal. The possibilities are endless. We would be happy to help anyone- near or far- construct that pawfect dog proposal. Contact us for an engagement consultation, and we can start from there. We love happy tails, and what is better than adding your four-legged baby to the mix? We would be happy to film it if we are close to you.

Once you finally said ‘I do’ then the fun part begins and you can plan your heart out. There are so many ways your dog can be with you from the beginning of the planning to the big day. Let’s help you get inspired.

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