A puppy party activity and favour in one
Painting the pugs is the craft table, and once they dry they're the take-home gift. That's two jobs off the party list.
The pug bends into a sit, a stretch or a full zoomies pose, and magnets in the head and at the back keep it stuck to the fridge, a locker or a whiteboard.
Dog painting ideas
A pug is a great starting point for almost any dog:
- A classic fawn pug with a black face and ears.
- Their own dog, or the dog they wish they had.
- A dalmatian with black spots on white.
- A superhero dog with a painted cape and mask.
- A collar and name tag with the dog's name on it.
Make it a puppy adoption
Set the painting table up as a 'puppy shelter'. When each guest finishes, they name their pug and fill in a little adoption card with the name, breed and favourite snack. The card sits beside the pug while it dries, so nobody goes home with the wrong one.
Got a cat person in the group? Mix cats into the same pack so every guest gets the pet they'd pick.
Questions parents ask
- How much does a puppy party pack cost?
- It depends on how many critters you choose (minimum 6) and whether you add paint marker sets or kids' mess kits. Every pack ships free within New Zealand, and the builder shows the total as you go. See prices and build your pack →
- What age is it suitable for?
- Ages 6 and up, with an adult supervising. The critters contain magnets and small parts, so keep them away from younger siblings.
- What should the kids paint with?
- Acrylic paint markers. They grip the smooth plastic and there are no brushes or water pots to manage. Ordinary felt-tips and washable markers smudge and won't stick. Our marker sets have 8 colours, and one set covers about 3 kids.
More answers on the FAQ page.