Ask a pet parent what they want for Christmas and there's a good chance they'll start talking about their dog. Or their cat. Or a funny thing their cat did to the Christmas tree.
That's the secret to shopping for pet lovers: a gift that includes their pet is a gift for them. Here are our favorite ideas for both ends of the leash.
Gifts the pet will wear (and the owner will photograph)
Festive pet knitwear is pure joy. It takes thirty seconds to put on and produces a year's worth of photos.
- Christmas Pet Neckwear: a soft knit collar in festive colors, sized for cats and small to medium dogs.
Good to know: keep accessories comfortable and loose enough to fit two fingers underneath, and take them off when your pet isn't supervised.
Gift boxes for the pet
A gift box gives the pet something to open on Christmas morning, which is half the fun.
- Interactive Cat Toy Gift Box: mint-infused toys and a sunflower hat for curious cats.
- Dog Gift Box: a squeaky plush toy, a hat, balls and a knitted collar.
- Puppy Gift Box with Hat & Squeaky Toy: a great pick for a new puppy's first Christmas.
- Puppy Gift Box with Propeller Hat: toys, a handmade collar and a hat that guarantees a laugh.
Good to know: pick the size that matches the pet, and supervise play with new toys at first.
Everyday gear that gets used
Practical gifts are underrated. Something used on every walk is a gift they'll appreciate twice a day.
- Gradient Anti-Pull Dog Leash & Collar Set: durable, colorful and made for medium to large dogs.
Gifts for the pet parent
Sometimes the human deserves a treat too, especially after a year of early walks and vet visits.
- A handmade leather French bulldog keychain: a small, sweet stocking stuffer for any frenchie fan.
- A cozy self-care box for the nights they finally get the couch to themselves. Our Christmas gift guide has plenty of ideas.
Meaningful ideas that cost nothing (or very little)
- Offer pet-sitting. A handwritten "one free weekend of pet-sitting" card is gold to anyone who travels.
- Print a favorite photo. Frame the best photo of their pet from this year.
- Donate in their pet's name. A small donation to a local shelter is a lovely way to honor a beloved animal.
- Plan a dog-friendly outing. A walk, a cafe with a patio, and a friend who loves their dog as much as they do.
A quick holiday safety note
Christmas brings a few hazards for pets. Keep chocolate, raisins, grapes and anything sweetened with xylitol out of reach of dogs, and keep ribbon and tinsel away from cats. If you're ever unsure whether something is safe, check with your vet.
When to order
Orders arrive within 10 days in the US and in about 5 to 8 days in Europe, so we suggest ordering by mid-December. Add a gift message at checkout and we'll include a handwritten card.
From all of us at GiftHug, and from every pet who has ever stolen a ribbon off a present: Merry Christmas.
P.S. Code XMAS25 takes 25% off Christmas gifts through the end of December.
