We used to do really big "gotcha days" (as opposed to bday parties, since my guys are adopted and I don't know their bdays) and big christmas w/ new collars, clothes, treats, toys, etc. I loved spoiling them
I've stopped all that recently. Their toys were overrunning the house, and they don't play with most of them. Laney (my pit bull mix) had like 20 collars, which to me is really ridiculous since she can only wear one at a time. Slade had drawers full of clothes, that he rarely wears now since I rarely take him out anywhere anymore b/c I'm working full time and just like to be at home when I'm not working. As oppossed to when I was a student and had tons of free time and would tote him to stores, sporting events, parades, etc.
This year they might get one or two new toys a piece. And I'll probably make a donation to the rescue I used to foster for. |