3 Ideas for a Winter “Paw Bar”

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Pick one or try all three!

(1) Winter Paw Bar Party

(2) Pet Treat Station Grab & Go

(3) Virtual Contest: Guess How Many Treats

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Winter Paw Bar Party

Calling all pet-friendly communities to a paw-some winter celebration! This is the pet event of the year. Whether you live in a chilly climate or just want to bring the frosty fun indoors, the Winter Paw Bar is a simple, heartwarming way to celebrate your four-legged residents and their humans.

How to Set It Up:
Create a cozy, winter-themed station where residents can stop by with their pets to grab a treat (or two).

Start with a table or counter draped in a winter or snowflake-patterned tablecloth.
Add our fun event signs in frames. They are pawesome!
Use clear jars or labeled bowls to display an assortment of dog treats—from small training bites to bone-shaped biscuits.
Include a few bins or baskets filled with small toys like tennis balls, squeaky toys, or rope chews.
Offer cute goodie bags so residents can take home a few items for their pups.
Add some decorative touches like faux snow, string lights, or paw-print cutouts for a fun photo opportunity.

Why It Works:
Pet-centered events are always crowd-pleasers—and December is the perfect time to show appreciation for the furry family members that make your community feel like home. It’s low-cost, easy to host, and creates a warm, feel-good connection with residents. Plus, it gives your team an easy way to engage residents, boost pet-owner satisfaction, and capture adorable photos for your community’s social media!

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Grab and Go Pet Treats

Offering pet treats is a simple yet powerful way to bring people together! Set up a small, winter-themed “treat station” near your leasing office or mail area with assorted dog biscuits, cat treats, and maybe even a few fun pet toys. Add a touch of seasonal décor—think snowflakes, pinecones, and a “Fur-tastic Winter Treats” sign—to make it extra inviting.

This easy grab-and-go event creates spontaneous moments of connection between residents (and their furry friends) while showing that your community cares. After all, the simple act of making animals happy has a ripple effect—spreading joy, warmth, and satisfaction to everyone involved. A true win-win for residents and pets alike!

Guess How Many Treats

Bring some fun to your residents’ screens (or your leasing office) and challenge their guessing skills — get ready to have a treat-ful time!

How to Play:
Fill a clear mason jar or container with small dog treats or bone-shaped biscuits, then snap a bright, well-lit photo to share digitally or display at your community office. Ask residents to submit their best guess for how many treats are in the jar!

If you’re hosting this virtually, post the photo on your community’s social page or resident portal, and have residents comment or message their guesses. If in-person, display the jar at your Winter Paw Bar or community clubhouse with entry slips or a QR code for easy submissions.

Pro Tip:
Make it extra festive by tying a ribbon or mini ornament around the jar and surrounding it with a few plush toys or winter decorations.

Prize Idea:
Offer a small reward for the closest guess — a gift card to a local pet store, a dog toy bundle, or a holiday treat bag for their furry friend.

Why It Works:
This quick and easy game adds a burst of joy and interaction during the busy season. It’s low-effort, highly shareable, and perfect for boosting resident engagement—whether they’re pet parents or just joining the fun for the guessing challenge!