Purrs & Paws: The Ultimate Kid’s Paw-ty Guide

Set the scene from the moment guests arrive! These editable cat & dog party invitations (Canva-ready and customizable) let you personalize names and themes effortlessly. My girls wore coordinating kitty and puppy dresses—ideal for irresistibly cute pictures. I used themed tablecloths and plates that not only look ...

Keep the little guests happily on the move with four imaginative activity stations: Pet Adoption, Collar Creation, Carrier Decoration, and Vet Check-Up. The “Adopt-a-Pet” station lets kids pick a plush cat or dog, fill out a printable adoption certif...

Keep snack time creative, simple, and totally on-theme! Offer “bones” with Scooby Snacks, “fish” with Goldfish crackers (and bonus Swedish Fish for a treat), and pretzel rods that double as “scratching posts.” Hydrate with mini water bottles labeled ...printable bundle! For that eye-catching centerpiece, I made a donut cake instead of a traditional dessert—easy, fun, and morning-party friendly. A few themed cake toppers, tiny dog figures, and a paw print candle turned it into a memorable, photo-worthy moment every...

Your guests' furry friends and their creativity become the gift! Each child leaves holding their newly adopted plush pet plus any crafts they made—practically a built-in favor. Plus, we added cute treat bags filled with glittery bouncy balls, cat & dog stickers, and fun temporary tattoos—so no one left without a smile. We couldn’t resist adding “Make-a-Face” sticker sheets (cat and dog versions) for extra creative fun—they were a huge hit and kept kids giggling all the way home.