This Christmas, don’t limit the holiday cheer to just the humans in your life, give your dog a Christmas gift too! Your furry, four-legged friend deserves something special for Christmas as well. Even though your dog will probably not realize it’s Christmas or even comprehend the concept of Christmas or holidays in general (every day is a holiday for your dog), you can expect your dog to be as appreciative as ever when he or she receives a gift from you. Expect all the love and affection a dog can give in return, not that your furry friend would withhold those things from you anyway. People don’t deserve a dog’s love, but they can give them Christmas presents to make up for that.
There are loads of Christmas present ideas for dogs as well as gift ideas for pets. From Christmas gift baskets and boxes for dogs to practical items like dog collars, beds, houses, costumes and toys, there are any number of things you can treat your dog to this Christmas holiday season. Get your dog a costume as a Christmas present, and you will be able to enjoy the sight of your pet running around wearing the Christmas gift you gave your favorite pet (or one of your favorite pets).
Perhaps you’ve also seen the videos on YouTube where a dog opens its own Christmas present. You too can arrange a spectacle of that kind, as there are many products available with packaging that can be opened by a dog, albeit in a somewhat brutal fashion.
Giving your pet dog a Christmas present is on the list of good ideas for more than one reason. First of all, it will make you feel good as a great dog owner, and secondly, if you’ve been putting off a purchase that will make your dog more comfortable, the Christmas holidays are a perfect excuse to take care of it.
If you don’t have any ideas for a Christmas present for your dog or a gift for a friend’s pet dog, fear not, this article has you covered. Here, you will find all sorts of Christmas present and gift ideas for pet dogs, from gift baskets and gift boxes, through dog costumes, all the way to dog bowls, collars, tags, beds, houses, leashes, harnesses and sweaters. If you still don’t have any great ideas when it comes to getting a Christmas gift for a dog, or your own pet dog, even after the enumeration given above, read on.
If you’re looking for a Christmas present for a dog lover, rather than a dog, check out the article on “Christmas Gift Ideas for Dog Lovers”.
Christmas Gift Ideas for a Dog
Whether you are looking for a Christmas present for your own pet dog or someone else’s dog, there are a lot of practical gift ideas you can find. First off, let’s start with the absolute necessities. Every dog or pet dog owner definitely needs a dog collar, leash or harness, bowl and bed. There’s no question about that. But because the above are absolute necessities, chances are your dog is already equipped with them or the person whose dog you’re buying a Christmas gift for already has those items. In that case, it’s time to get creative.
Perhaps one of the most popular Christmas gifts one can get for a pet dog are reindeer antlers. There is no sight more pleasing to the eye than looking at your furry Rudolph running around the house, very pleased with him or herself, antlers a-bouncing and tail a-wagging. You can find reindeer antlers as a separate Christmas present for a dog or as part of a costume set.
The Christmas sweater is another great gift idea for a pet dog, one of the most popular ideas, in fact. It’s cute, sweet, and it will keep your dog warm on cold winter nights. In addition, your dog will strike a dashing and handsome figure while wearing the new sweater you gave it as a gift for Christmas.
You can also get your pet dog a plush toy. A rather standard item for dogs, you can get a Christmas-themed toy and watch your or someone else’s dog absolutely maul that elf doll. Don’t worry though, dog toys of this type are specially designed to withstand the abuse a dog can dish out while playing around with it.
If you want a more engaging toy for your dog, try an interactive ball thrower. This machine requires your dog to put a tennis ball into it, after which it ejects the ball, prompting your dog to go fetch. Although ball throwers require a bit of training on your part, dogs are relatively quick to learn how they work and greatly enjoy using them.
Treat balls are another great toy for dogs. They are basically plastic balls with a hole in them, and are filled with dog treats. As they roll around, they drop individual morsels for your dog to lap up. This is a great way to stimulate a dog both mentally and physically, and it is a great choice of Christmas gift for a puppy.
Another Christmas gift idea for a dog are gourmet dog cookies. Let’s face it, if you were your pet dog, you would probably be sick and tired of the dog food you get all the time. Why not give your, or someone else’s, dog a treat this Christmas and get it a quality snack?
Dog bandanas are another favorite among ideas for Christmas presents intended for pets. Watch your dog strike a dashing figure, tongue lolling and tail wagging, as it wears its bandana, which you got it as a Christmas gift.
A frisbee is also perfectly suitable for a Christmas gift idea for your four-legged, furry friend. Although the winter season may not be all that appropriate for playing frisbee with your dog, spring is just a couple of months away, and you want to be prepared for when your dog wants to run around outside.
If you want to give your dog a delicious experience this Christmas, ice cream for dogs is available. With flavors such as maple bacon, your dog can now experience a human treat that is healthy and delicious for dogs. Ice cream for dogs comes in a mix, which you mix with water and then freeze. After it is ready, it scoops just like ice cream, so your dog will get the authentic experience of human food.
Rope toys are favorites among dog lovers and dogs alike, because while serving as fun toys for dogs, they also have a decorative function for their owners. Even lying around the house, discarded by a dog, they don’t look like trash, but rather, like nice decorations. You can get Christmas rope toys on the occasion of the holidays, so they can spread some Christmas cheer for man and dog alike as they tumble around your floor.
Dog costumes are becoming increasingly popular as the years go by, and it’s a myth that dogs don’t enjoy wearing them (although your dog might not). Ever wanted to have a “BatDog” or “SuperDog”? The right costume is out there, but for Christmas, consider a “Santa Dog” outfit.
If you’re still wondering, “What are some Christmas gift ideas for my dog?”, there’s more. For more Christmas gift ideas for a dog, you can do a quick online search and look for inspiration. There are hundreds, if not thousands, of products out there, just waiting for a dog to chew, gnaw and bite on them.
Christmas Gift Baskets for a Dog
Christmas gift baskets are an irreplaceable staple of holiday season gift-giving. There isn’t a person alive who has been dissatisfied with a gift basket they have received, and dogs are no exception to that rule. Christmas gift baskets or boxes have a lot of advantages as ideas for a Christmas present, and not just when it comes to dogs. First of all, when you buy a Christmas gift basket, you are getting a bundle of products intended for the recipient. They also look really nice under Christmas trees and even serve a decorative function. In addition, the basket itself can be used after its contents have been taken out. There is a wide variety of Christmas gift baskets and boxes for pet dogs, each containing a rich assortment of dog toys, snacks and wearables.
The really good Christmas gift basket and box retailers for dogs will ask you to specify your dog’s name, age, size and breed. This means that all the products in the Christmas gift basket or box for your furry friend will be customized especially for your dog. Christmas gift baskets and boxes for dogs typically contain Christmas-themed dog toys, treats, balls, and even costumes. They also provide great value as a bundled item, so you can even save a bit on your Christmas present for your pet dog.
Regardless of whether your dog has been naughty or nice this year, just look into its eyes and say it doesn’t deserve a Christmas present. Of course it does. But if it’s been naughty, perhaps you will gift your dog something that will make it a bit nicer next year, like a dog training kit. Sometimes, dogs are naughty because they have needs that are not being met, and they are simply looking for a way to “scratch an itch”, metaphorically speaking. In any case, there are products out there that will keep your dog comfortable, happy and as non-destructive as a dog can be. It might be a good idea to get one of them as a Christmas gift for your dog this year.
