A couple without children who adore their dog like a ‘child’ have shared how they threw a grand first birthday bash for him. Sandra Macedo and Jessie Magana, both 27, spared no expense for their beloved long-haired Dalmatian named Ryder, hosting a $200 party with a fiesta theme on May 21. The dog-loving pair from Georgia adorned their canine companion in a party hat and tie, invited five friends over, and decked out their home for the special occasion. Ryder enjoyed a custom ‘pupcake,’ a tennis ball piñata, and received plenty of rubber chew toys and tasty treats from the attendees.
A couple without children who treat their dog like a member of the family celebrated their beloved pet’s first birthday with a luxurious party.
Sandra Macedo and Jessie Magana, both 27 years old, went all out to celebrate their cherished long-haired Dalmatian named Ryder with a lively fiesta-themed party that cost them $200 on May 21st.
In July 2022, Sandra and Jessie welcomed Ryder into their family after adopting him from a nearby breeder. Upon bringing the 13-week-old puppy home, they wasted no time in showering him with extravagant gifts like plush toys and a cozy bed.
Sandra, a freelance marketer, and her partner Jessie, who works in finance, went all out to make Ryder’s birthday a truly special occasion, capturing the festivities in a heartwarming TikTok video.
According to Sandra, they filled their home with balloons, treats, and decorations, spending half an hour dressing Ryder up in a fancy hat and tie. Despite some thinking it was excessive, Sandra felt it was worth it to see Ryder so happy.
Ryder is their beloved pup, the light of their lives, and Sandra wanted to celebrate his first year in a memorable way. He clearly understood that the party was for him, eagerly opening his presents and enjoying every moment.
The highlight of the evening was the $20 personalized cake that read “Yappy Barkday,” which Ryder happily devoured. Sandra mentioned that Ryder doesn’t get many treats regularly, as they follow a high-reward training method for him.
The dog enthusiasts from Georgia went all out for their furry friend’s celebration, dressing him in a festive party hat and tie. They welcomed five guests to join in the fun and transformed their home with colorful decorations for the special occasion.
The pair stuffed the Tyrannosaurus rex pinata with tennis balls, and Ryder gleefully pulled its strings until it exploded, sending tennis balls bouncing throughout the room.
Sandra shared that the highlight of the evening was the personalized $20 cake for her beloved pup, Ryder, with “Yappy Barkday” written on it. She expressed her joy in having friends gather at their home to celebrate Ryder’s special day.
Since Ryder is not yet neutered, they couldn’t invite other dogs to the party, but five friends attended and even brought along toys that Ryder loved. Sandra acknowledged that some may view throwing a lavish party for a dog as excessive, but she and Ryder enjoyed every moment of it.
Recognizing that dog owners only have a limited time with their furry companions, Sandra expressed her desire to make the most of the time she has with Ryder. She declared the party a huge success and eagerly anticipates making it even bigger next year.
Despite some friends and family finding her spending habits on Ryder to be unusual, Sandra firmly believes that he is worth every penny and considers him to be like a child to her. She explained that dogs have become the new children for millennials, and Ryder holds a special place in her heart.
Sandra dismissed the idea of having children until her thirties, as she has witnessed the challenges her friends with kids face. For now, she is content with pampering Ryder and creating unforgettable memories with her beloved fur baby.
Sandra is absolutely crazy about her dog, Ryder, and in August of 2022, she created a TikTok account to showcase his daily escapades. Surprisingly, Ryder has gained an impressive following of over 125,000 fans online. “Having a pet is a big responsibility, but it fits perfectly with my current lifestyle,” Sandra revealed. Sandra and her partner, Jessie, brought Ryder home in July 2022 from a local breeder when he was just 13 weeks old. Since then, Sandra has spoiled him with lavish treats like plush toys and a cozy bed. To celebrate his first birthday this year, Sandra went all out with a huge bash. While Ryder’s social media presence may be more for Sandra’s enjoyment, the pair have a blast sharing content and bringing smiles to their followers.
Sandra enjoys dressing up with Ryder, as shown in this photo of them coordinating their Halloween costumes. They decided to go as Cruella de Vil and one of the 101 Dalmatians from the iconic movie.
Sandra thoroughly enjoys getting into the holiday spirit with Ryder. Here’s a snapshot of her planting a sweet kiss on him for Valentine’s Day.
Ryder was all smiles as he enjoyed the holiday season with the Grinch on a family trip to a tree farm.
“We’ve been fortunate to have a great community of followers who support us, leading to some fantastic partnerships with companies like PetSmart, Bounce, and Wag Wellies,” Sandra shared. “Any proceeds we make will go towards covering Ryder’s vet bills, including his upcoming neutering procedure. We also plan to treat him to a fun beach trip and plenty of new chew toys.”
Jessie is just as excited about Ryder’s social media success as Sandra, with even some of their colleagues following the adorable pup online. Sandra joked that managing Ryder’s accounts isn’t too different from her freelance work and expressed a desire for it to become a full-time job in the future.
It seems Sandra and Jessie are not alone in celebrating their dog’s special occasions. According to research, 75% of dog owners throw birthday parties for their furry friends, with 58% even singing ‘Happy Birthday’ to their beloved pups.
