It has been reported that Ashley Cole is planning to invest in items such as dog food and a dog collar and lead as he intends to buy his former wife a dog for her birthday.
According to the Sun, the Chelsea footballer is looking to win back Cheryl Cole and he believes getting her a Chihuahua will help show her he is committed to her.
A source told the news provider: "Ashley has wanted to get her another pup for some time, but the moment hasn't been right till now.
"He now knows he's well in and has called a breeder."
Ms Cole, who was famously fired as judge on the US version of the X Factor recently, turns 28 on June 30th.
Ashley and Cheryl Cole should beware of the dangers of getting a dog together in case they break up again.
A recent survey by The Co-operative Pet Insurance found that a fifth of separating couples enter a custody battle over their pets.