Maple's Halloween Adventure: A Dachshund’s Guide to a Fun, Fur-Friendly Halloween
Halloween is here, and Maple the dachshund is ready for a full day of fur-friendly festivities! From pumpkin picking to spooky playtime, and ending with some trick-or-treat “tasting,” Maple’s Halloween adventure is the ultimate guide for dachshunds and their hoomans who want a safe and enjoyable celebration. Let’s dive into her Halloween day!
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Morning: Pumpkin Picking Like a Pro
Maple kicked off her Halloween with a trip to the local pumpkin patch, her nose wiggling at every scent of fresh hay and leaves. Decked out in her festive Pumpkin Pup costume (complete with a little green stem hat), she was all set to search for the perfect pumpkin to bring home.
After inspecting nearly every pumpkin within reach (and nosing her way through a few!), Maple picked out a mini pumpkin just her size. She even managed to charm the farm stand owner into giving her a little dog-safe pumpkin treat—a bite-sized piece of pumpkin that was just right for her!
Maple’s Tip for Pumpkin Pups: If you’re taking your dachshund pumpkin picking, look for patches that allow pets and bring a few treats along to make the experience even more exciting!
Afternoon: Spooky Playtime in the Leaves
Back home, Maple wasn’t done with her Halloween fun yet. With her mini pumpkin safely in her toy pile, she trotted off to the backyard for some playtime in the leaves. Her mum raked up a big pile, and Maple had the time of her life burrowing, sniffing, and diving into it.
And because no playdate is complete without a snack, Maple enjoyed a DIY Pumpkin Pup Treat after her romp. Here’s the recipe her mom made:
DIY Pumpkin Pup Treat Recipe
Ingredients:
1/4 cup cooked, pureed pumpkin (make sure it’s plain with no added sugar or spices)
1/4 cup plain Greek yogurt
1 tablespoon peanut butter (unsweetened and xylitol-free)
Instructions:
Mix the pumpkin puree, yogurt, and peanut butter in a small bowl.
Pour into a silicone mold or ice cube tray and freeze for 1-2 hours.
Pop out the frozen treats and serve! Maple loved licking her treat slowly, savouring each bite.
Maple’s Tip for Treat Lovers: Keep portions small, and freeze any extras so they last longer. These treats are great for playtime breaks and help keep you cool after a good run in the leaves!
Evening: Trick-or-Treat Tasting Adventure
As night fell, Maple and her family were ready for trick-or-treating. Of course, Maple’s version of trick-or-treating meant going door to door with her hoomans, giving all the kids in costume an excited little bark hello, and being rewarded with plenty of pets and adoring “aww”s.
Maple’s humans kept her safe by bringing along a few extra treats in case she got peckish—her Halloween snack bag had a few pieces of dehydrated apple, tiny bites of carrot, and some of her homemade pumpkin treats.
Safety Tips for Trick-or-Treating with Dogs
Stay Visible: Maple wore a reflective collar to help her stand out, especially as it got darker.
Bring Your Own Treats: Candy is off-limits for dogs, so Maple’s hoomans had her favourite snacks on hand.
Keep Calm: Maple met a few ghosts and goblins along the way, but her hoomans reassured her with pets and calming words to keep her feeling safe.
Maple’s Trick-or-Treat Takeaway: Nothing beats going door-to-door, even if the treats are human-only! Just remember to keep an eye out for dropped candy, and always bring your own stash of dog-friendly snacks.
Maple’s Final Treat: Her Pumpkin Pup-kin
After a full day of Halloween fun, Maple’s mini pumpkin made its grand debut…as her final snack of the day! Her mum carved out a small, safe hole in the pumpkin, and Maple had a blast nibbling around the edges. She even played a little game of pumpkin-hide-and-seek, where her mum placed a few treats inside for Maple to sniff out and enjoy. It was the perfect ending to her Halloween adventure.
A Howl-o-Ween to Remember!
Maple’s Halloween was all about fun, flavours, and festivity without any of the fear. With her mum’s careful planning and Maple’s enthusiasm for every pumpkin and treat, Halloween became a dachshund’s dream.
If your pup is ready for their own Halloween adventure, Maple’s guide will help you create a spooky day to remember! And don’t forget—you can get your own pumpkin costume for your dog right here to start the festivities!
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Disclaimer: Always double-check with your vet before giving your dog new treats or foods, especially on Halloween when certain ingredients might not be dog-safe. Maple hopes all her furry friends have a safe and delicious Halloween!
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