We have been following Venus as she moves through the zodiac, noticing how love, beauty, and connection take on a different tone as she passes through each sign. Venus is the planet of affection and attraction, of what and who we value. She shows us how we express love and how we like to receive it.
Now Venus moves into Leo, a sign ruled by the Sun and fueled by warmth, confidence, and a flair for the dramatic. Where Venus in Cancer was about quiet care, and Venus in Gemini was about curiosity and conversation, Venus in Leo is bold, generous, and ready to shine.
For dog parents, this is the moment to see yourself the way your dog already does — as the sun in their sky. It is a season to celebrate not just your dog, but also the care, attention, and love you give them every single day.
You Are the Center of Their Universe
Leo is ruled by the Sun, and your dog sees you as their personal star. You are the steady warmth in their world, the constant they look for in every doorway, the reason the day feels safe.
Celebrate it: Sit on the floor with them for a few minutes today, no distractions. Let them soak in your full attention. Whisper something you are grateful for about them.
Pride Is a Love Language
We are taught not to brag and to keep our wins small. But when it comes to the love you give your dog, pride is powerful. Pride says, I am showing up for you and I know it matters.
Celebrate it: Write down three things you are proud of in your dog parenting this year. Share one with a friend or in a photo caption so you can let that pride be seen.
Play Like You Mean It
Leo energy thrives on joy in motion. No half-hearted fetch or lukewarm belly rubs. This is the season to bring your whole self to play.
Celebrate it: Invent a new game just for the two of you. Give it a silly name. Try a toy you have never used before. Take a detour to the park you know will make them wiggle with excitement.
Lead With Heart
Dogs thrive when their person is confident and consistent. Venus in Leo reminds you that leadership and love are not opposites. Every time you set a routine, guide them through a new skill, or calmly navigate a stressful moment, you show them they can trust you.
Celebrate it: Teach them one new cue or trick this week. Keep the training short and upbeat. End each session with praise like they have just won the gold medal.
Your Love Is Worth Showing Off
Your dog does not just love you. They are proud of you. Venus in Leo wants you to be proud, too. Stand tall in the care you give, the bond you have built, and the joy you share.
Celebrate it: Post the goofy photos. Tell the story about the time they surprised you. Wear the matching bandanas. Invite a friend to join you for a dog-friendly outing and watch how your love brings light to everyone around you.
Venus in Leo is a reminder that love is meant to be shared, celebrated, and seen. Your dog already knows you are worthy of pride. Now it is your turn to claim it. How will you honor this golden season of love in your life together?