The Best Gifts That Any Dog Owner Will Love
So: Someone in your life loves dogs. This is an ideal way to give gifts if you are careful about your choices. It’s not always easy to find an item that your friend or family member doesn’t already have or isn’t too picky about. However, with our help you can make the perfect gift.
Toys for parents of puppies.
The one universal truth about puppies is their teeth: they cling to absolutely everything they can, including fingers. The Good Cuz/Bad Cuz line of rubber dog toys is perfect. Hold them between your fingers, clenched into a fist, fingers hidden, and your puppy has something to chew. There has never been better puppy padding. They come in different sizes, so choose based on the size of your puppy.
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Good because : $7.99 and up.
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Bad Reason: $6.64
Gifts for the parents of a newly rescued dog
Helping a newly adopted dog feel safe, secure and loved is one of the main goals for people who bring care into their homes. One of the cutest things I saw this year, just before I adopted, was a TikToker who hosts spa days for adopted pit bulls, literally showering his dog with attention and care. Spending time together has brought my rescue dog and I closer together, so the interpretive spa kit is a truly thoughtful gift. Even if your dog doesn’t like showers, simply rubbing a little coconut oil into his skin every now and then can be soothing and beneficial.
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Burt’s Bees Dog Shampoo : $7.48.
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Coconut Oil for Coat and Skin: $8.99.
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Pet MD Dog Paw Balm – 3-in-1 Moisturizing Cream for Paws, Nose/Face and Elbows: $15.49
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Dog Bathrobe Towel : $35.99 and up.
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Pet Grooming Gloves : $13.99.
Dog parents who lost a dog in the past year
Instead of buying someone a new dog (which you should never do ), give them some dog experience . For example, you might suggest they visit Golden Dog Farm in Vermont and roll around with “at least 10 Golden Butternuts.” If a trip to Vermont isn’t in the cards, there’s this lovely custom pet memorial stone they can place in their garden.
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Golden Retriever Experience : $75.00.
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Dog Mountain : free
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Custom Pet Memorial Stone : From $25.42.
Parents of an elderly dog
Some photographers specialize in shooting with older dogs. Treating your loved ones to a photo shoot with their loved one is something they will likely treasure forever, but let them customize it to their own schedule and parameters. Google “senior dog photography” and your city to find a suitable service provider. Or create your own portrait based on your favorite photo. (This would also make a thoughtful gift for anyone who has lost a beloved pet.)
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West & Willow Pet Portraits: Starting at $68.
Pet parents back at the office
Dogs aren’t the only ones who struggle when their humans return to the office; their people are also worried about this. Pair outdoor toys with a pet camera to take everyone’s worries away. Last month we recommended the Eufy N140 for its 360-degree rotation, excellent resolution, and ability to serve treats to your dog. WickedBone is an interactive smart toy designed to stimulate your dog while you control it using an app on your phone.
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Eufy n140 Pet Camera: $209.99.
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WickedBone Interactive Toy: $43.99.
Great gift ideas that any dog owner will love.
No dog can ever have enough Kongs or Chuckits , so new ones are always welcome. Consider collecting 20 or more tennis balls for your furry friend. The sight of the pure joy they will feel when they unpack and are covered in eggs will make it all worth it. For the perfect holiday gift, give your friend a pair of pajamas with his dog’s face on them , and then give his dog a pair of matching pajamas with your friend’s face on them.
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Kongs: price varies
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Chuckitas (pack of two) : $5.30.
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Mini Pet Tennis Balls (50): $29.99.
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Custom Printed Pajamas: $46.95.
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Custom Print Dog Pajamas : $25.95.
All prices shown are subject to change.