2024 Holiday Gift Guide for Pets
It’s been a couple of years since I’ve done a gift guide for pets, because frankly, when it comes to pets, it’s really either a gift for you, or it’s a toy and/or treat (which we all know the pets are perfectly okay with!). Another reason this gift guide isn’t a yearly for me as I’m only ever purchasing for dogs and cats – between my dog, and our family’s various dogs and cats, I don’t find myself looking into gifts for other animals like bunnies, reptiles, or anything in between. So if you’re here hoping for those kind of ideas, I’m sorry to say this isn’t the blog for you!
But, if you’re looking for a little gift that you may (or may not) have thought of for a pet; or you know that someone you’re shopping for this holiday season would love it for their pet, check out these gift ideas below.
01. Carhartt Dog Jacket | 02. Dog Puzzle Toy | 03. Yeti Pet Bowl | 04. Sweet Potato Dog Treats | 05. Pet Bow | 06. Furbo | 07. Moving Ball Toy | 08. Cat Tree | 09. Moving Fish Cat Toy | 10. Casper Dog Bed | 11. Treat Dispenser Cat Toy | 12. Wand Cat Toy
We actually have this jacket for our dog, and while he’s a Bernese Mountain Dog, and doesn’t really “need” a jacket, we love this one! We have it in bright orange so it’s great to spot him in forested areas. This is a great option for a dog with a lighter coat, or someone who likes to hike trails with their dog.
02. DOG PUZZLE TOY
If you live in Canada, we all know that the cold, bitter winter days are ahead, and sometimes that means you just can’t take your dog for a walk, so enrichment is a must. Puzzle toys are my absolute favourite for this because I just load it up with treats and place it down for Freddie to go to town on, and it exhausts him! We also use this when it’s way too hot in the summer.
03. YETI PET BOWL
Another item we have for our dog – in fact, we have two; one is a food bowl, and one is a water bowl. Frankly, if you’re familiar with Yeti, you know you’re getting a high quality item that will last you a lifetime. My husband and I both have tons of Yeti products as well, so it’s safe to say we’re just a Yeti family!
These are one of my favourites, and Freddie’s too! Anytime we bring these with us to hang out with our friends & their dog(s), their dog(s) always go insane for them. The best part is they’re single ingredient & made in Canada, so you don’t have to wonder what all of the ingredients are in it!
05. PET BOW
Okay, this one is definitely more for the pet owner, but have you ever met a dog or cat who doesn’t look adorable in a bow?
06. FURBO
Another one that is a bit more for the pet parent is a Furbo. It’s really nice to have peace of mind about what your pet is up to while you’re not home, and checking in throughout the day to make sure they’re safe; plus, the pets can get treats… so it’s kind of a win-win!
07. MOVING BALL TOY
Onto the cat toys! This moving ball toy looks like the ultimate gift that I may have to get my brother & sister-in-laws cats for Christmas this year. I feel like this would be entertainment for the owners too, watching their cat try to catch the ball.
08. CAT TREE
Not all cats are into cat trees, but if they are, there’s a chance that they may need a newer, or bigger one! If you’re shopping for someone else, check in to see if their cat likes cat trees or if they need a new one first.
This is personally my favourite toy to gift to pet owners because I have yet to meet someone who said their cat didn’t like it. It’s a fish, and it moves around… it’s hilarious! Plus, a lot of them have pockets that you can stuff cat nip into – double the fun!
10. CASPER DOG BED
The older I, and my dog get, the more I realize having a good bed for him is so important for joint support. This is definitely an investment piece, but it’s one that I think your dog will love (if they like beds!), and will help them as they age.
We actually have something quite similar to this for our dog, but this is the cat version! I am personally obsessed with the chicken shape, but I think I might have to get the mouse shape for my brother & sister-in-law’s cats for Christmas this year.
12. WAND CAT TOY
Last, but certainly not least – these wand toys are so fun to enjoy with cats. They go absolutely bananas, and I love that this package comes with two and different things to put on the ends!
Another day, another gift guide! I hope that this blog inspired you, or at least got some ideas flowing. If you’re planning to get anything from the list, let me know in the comments below! Don’t forget to check out my 2024 Canadian Small Shop Holiday Gift Guide, 2024 Holiday Gift Guide for Her & 2024 Holiday Gift Guide for Him before you leave, and check back soon for my 2024 Stocking Stuffer Gift Ideas very soon!
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