The 2017 Holiday Gift Guide for Dogs is sure to please any dog and their human. We know you’ve been looking for that perfect gift for the dog (and the many people who loves dogs) in your life, and we’ve got ideas for every budget, breed and personality.
This year, we’ve included some fun new products that we know all dogs and their owners will love! There are ideas for every price range, so you don’t have to worry about leaving anyone out.
Come on in, take a gander and get your holiday gifts ordered! We’ve categorized them so they’re even easier to find – follow the story or find your favorite topic!
[Handcrafted Gifts and Gift Sets] [For the Chow Hound] [Winter Walking] [Dogs in Great Outdoors] [For Playful Pets] [Primping Pups] [Holiday Fashion Hounds] [note style=”5″ icon=”yes”]When possible, we use affiliate links in our posts. This helps allow us to continue bringing helpful articles to you. Thank you for using them to help keep this website alive.[/note]Handcrafted Gifts and Gift Sets
Handmade Dog Ornaments: $4.95
If you’re looking for something totally out of the box, PawZaar is the place to go. PawZaar focuses on globally sourced gifts that can only be found in other parts of the world.
These adorable dog ornaments from Guatemala will be perfect for any dog lover’s Christmas tree. Each ornament is handmade by artisans of a fair trade cooperative in Guatemala and purchases from this site benefit animals in need around the world.
And don’t forget these gorgeous rescue bracelets for yourself. Because all of our children have paws.
Soap for People Who Love Dogs: $6.00- $34.95
“Smells like expensive vet bills and specialty diets blended with fierce loyalty, unwavering devotion and unconditional love.”
Handmade soap for people who love dogs? Why, yes! These adorable sets include a hilarious soap label on your favorite soap (choose from Calendula or Oatmeal Milk & Honey), Paw Balm (for your dog’s paws and nose in the cold winter weather), Puppy Balm (for the human’s hands when they’re roughhousing with their pup) and a cute little bone-shaped soap, just because…
If you’re shopping for a dog lover, you can’t go wrong with this incredible set of handmade products from AZ Soapworks. This gift tin will delight any animal lover.
Tall Tails Gift Sets: $34.99+
These are still some of our favorite gift items. These luxurious 3-Piece Gift Sets are all built tough to prevent messy situations featuring high-performance microfiber and an intuitive design. They include an extra soft fleece blanket for comfortable cuddling (sized 30” x 40”); a Waterwoof™ Pad with triple layer protection to guard against accidents (sized 33”x 21”); and a super soft Squeaky Soft Bone toy perfect for interactive play.
- Machine wash & dry
- Made with Super Absorbent Microfiber Fabric
- 50% more absorbent than Cotton
- 3 unique towels offer unique drying solutions
- Patented Cape towel has a convenient collar attachment to keep your dog calm and in control.
See all of their gift selections, they have some adorable choices!
Dog Is Good Stemless Wine Glass – $15.99
It’s not really drinking alone if the dog is home.
Especially in the current political climate… This adorable stemless glassware is designed to last. It’s dishwasher safe and Made in the USA.
‘Nuff said…
Dog Is Good PopSockets – $11.99
Hands down, PopSockets are one of the most useful gadgets a dog lover can have. This fits on the back of any phone, just peel and stick. The result is a handy little handle that makes picture taking or dog walking a breeze. We love how simple they are to use and how great of a stocking stuffer they make. Tired of the image? Remove and put a new one on. This is one gadget we buy in bulk!
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Mendota Collars – $20.00 +
If you haven’t seen Mendota’s leashes, it’s time to check them out – especially if you have big dogs (like we do).
We love their 15-ft leads, their nylon collars, and braided rope leashes.There are plenty of other beautiful leashes as well, including show leads and leather leads. Best of all is a “Big Dog Walker” that helps you handle your larger dogs on walks with extra chest support.
The newest colors are something special and we love being able to include the purple and turquoise blue in our lineup.
In our case, we prefer their rope because it’s so very soft (making it much better for our hands) and they feature a brass trigger snap for attaching to the collar. The rope itself is made from a durable, multi-filament polypropylene and each measures 1/2″x4′. They do, of course, have dozens of colors and a variety of styles for all types of dogs.
- Comfortable for Your Pet
- Made of waterproof, colorfast, durable multi-filament polypropylene
- Soft and durable roping lead allows for hands-free use
- Provides a leash and collar in one with a brass trigger snap on one end
- Great for teaching the “Steady” command
- Made of waterproof, colorfast, durable multi-filament polypropylene
Kurgo 6 in 1 Quantum Leash: $20.00+
Still our favorite walking leash for Bree. We have an old orange one but we’re picking up this beautiful color soon! You can use this six different ways and if you have a dog who prefers a loose walk, this is the leash for you.
Only Leash: $19.95+
Only Leashis a simple leash that your dog wears all the time. It’s designed as a quick “grab” when you need more than a collar but less than a leash. This is ideal for beach walks, trails, and dogs who rush the door. Learn more about this system in our review, The OnlyLeash – a Lightweight, Quick-Grab Leash Solution
ZanyZak Dog Collars: $24.00 +
One of the first reviews of collars we ever did was with ZanyZak and we focused on how these beautiful Pet Collars Help Embera Indian Tribe. Today, they’re bigger and better than ever and these make incredible gifts for dogs and dog lovers. Just remember to measure properly as these are not adjustable. But what an incredibly unique gift for some lucky dog!
Friendship Collar $35.00 +
You may remember when we showed off the beautiful Friendship Collars. Is there any better way to show your love than to dress in solidarity with your pets? These are adorable matching collections that any animal lover will adore. Need more info? Read our review, Friendship Collars Show the World You Love Your Pets.
DOOG USA Good Dog Treat Pouch: $29.99
Doog has some of the most fun, inspired dog treat pouch designs we’ve seen this year. Anyone who uses positive reinforcement for their training (and we hope you all do) or goes for walks each morning will love these adorable pouches and packs. Perfect for the dog walker or trainer in your life.
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The DOOG Walkie Bag is preloaded with 20 scented DOOG pick up bags and a waterproof sleeve on the inside helps protect your cell phone against moisture. The mesh pouch at the side is large enough to hold a water bottle/tennis ball – the best part? It’s big enough to carry your wallet AND your dog’s toys.
Doog is about design as well as comfort – which is why the shoulder strap is perfect for long walks. The design features a stylish cotton striped inner lining. These are stylish, adorable and very functional items that every animal lover will love.
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We hate to be Debbie Downer here, but if you read our article, Handling a Dog Attack on Walk, you know that accidents happen while on walks.
Recently, we saw a small dachshund killed by a larger off-leash dog. The dachshund and his brother were on-leash, enjoying their daily walk, in what they thought was a secure neighborhood (and has been up until now).
Accidents happen – leashes break, dogs get loose, and stray animals come in from the wild. So this year, we want our readers to be prepared no matter what size dog you have.
Preparation is the best way to avoid catastrophe. These items make great stocking stuffers and you might just save a life. These are great gifts and they may help save a life.
Walking Stick: We love it’s lightweight design (and it even features a hand-carved wolf design), along with waterproof finish and rope-wrapped handle for a comfortable secure grip.
Pet Corrector: $10 This is nothing more than canned air in a convenient size. It makes a noise, but is completely harmless against other animals. Use with caution as this has potential to upset your own dog as well as other dogs – particularly in a stressful situation. It’s very effective at scaring off other animals or wildlife.
Protector: This is an all-natural pepper spray, but use with caution – you can disable yourself or your own pets if you use it downwind or accidentally spray yourself. This sprays up to 15 feet (4.6 m) in seven 1-second bursts to help prevent blowback in wind. We also like that it has a flip top safety lock that prevents accidental discharge
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There are so many adorable things I could list here that I’m just going with high-quality, affordable and practical. Okay, we do have a few impractical gift ideas, but that’s because you know we have to include some fun dog wear…
Ruffwear Climate Changer Fleece Coat – $49.95
The Climate Changer Fleece Coat from Ruffwear is still Bree’s all-time favorite coat. The Ruffwear coats fit perfectly and are designed for the great outdoors. This jacket provides optimal warmth for dogs who need some extra protection, but still allows them full range of motion.
I also love that their coats are made from 75% recycled polyester fleece (making it super comfy for my dogs) and it’s quick drying to keep my dogs warm during rain, sleet and snow (remember, this isn’t waterproof, but it’s ideal for slipping on under a waterproofed coat, preferably the Ruffwear Overcoat.
If you live in an area where it’s cold and wintry where you live, and you have a thin-coated dog, this is a must have item for your best dog friend!
Blueberry Pet Holiday Sweater: $12.99+
This is hands down, Brock’s favorite sweater. Choose from a wide variety of seasonal sweaters for your pets. This is one brand we’ve found will outlast the holiday season no matter how crazy your dogs might be. We’ve had the same sweaters for a year now and my young, very active pit bull still wears it every day in winter. It’s withstood roughhousing, tears and multiple washings. They are comfortable, washable, adorable and best of all – affordable.
Order on Amazon for quick delivery!
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If you’re looking for the best bow ties and dog accessories, Bow and Arrow is the place to shop. These fashionable accessories are simple to use (they each feature a special elastic velcro loop that fits any size collar). We love these for our dogs because they don’t even know they’re wearing them, so there’s no stress. We even use them for our cats!
Winter Dresses and Formal Wear: $12.95 +
Now for the impractical, but cute as can be. These are just a few of the fun dresses and formal wear for pets. Because remember, right after Christmas comes New Years Eve and who doesn’t want to bring the new year in with style?
Check out these fun ideas for smaller dogs.
- Rubie’s Costume Formal-wear for Dogs: Tails and tuxes. You can’t go wrong…
- United Pups Dress for Dogs: Stylish perfection for the pup who is adorable on their own.
For larger dogs, your options are a bit more limited, but these are a few of our favorites:
We love these classic reindeer headsets that are all custom-made. Order from AZSoapworks or email us for details to order your own set of reindeer or unicorn headsets.
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LeBols: $9.99 +
The Le Bol™ collection from Loving Pets makes any meal one to remember! These beautiful bowls come in an array of colors, including Bordeaux, lilac, chartreuse, Parisian gray, and seine blue. Sturdy, heavy-gauge, stainless steel forms the base of this bowl while the brightly colored interiors make them perfect for any decor. They look like ceramic, but they are really bowls that will last a lifetime without fear of breaking.
They are dishwasher safe, feature a no-slide base and make one of the most beautiful gifts to your pets (or your pet’s best friend). Best of all, they’re affordable!
K9 Honey – $7.99+
If you haven’t gotten your dogs on K9 Honey, it’s time to do it! This is the ultimate sweet treat for dogs with plenty of nutritional benefits! It’s also a great way to keep your pet’s seasonal allergies at bay. This raw honey is gently blended with pollen from NINE geographic regions throughout the US to provide the healthiest return for your pets. It’s perfect for dogs who spend time at competitions or travel around the country, or any dog who just needs a boost of immunity.
Did you know a daily feeding of natural raw honey to your dog is the best way for your dog to fight allergies and stay healthy?
In case you missed it, we talked at length about how great K9 Honey is for dogs is for your dog. Learn more about how you can use it for everything from treating wounds to just treating your pets at K9Honey.com.
Honest Kitchen Evening Drinks – $12.99
Planning to leave cookies and milk for Santa? Why not leave these delicious concoctions for reindeer and mysterious four-legged intruders instead! The Honest Kitchen is now offering their delicious drinks for pets and each one serves a specific purpose.
ProBloom is a must-have in our home, as it offers immune and digestive support for both dogs and cats. This goat’s milk formula saved our dogs lives when they were pups and allergic to formula. The formula offers a 5 BILLION active probiotics and digestive enzymes, so it’s good for your pet and their gut. Best of all, it’s from Honest Kitchen, so you know it’s the best on the market.
Another favorite is Pumpkin Spice. This delicious drink can be mixed into your pet’s food or just given as a treat. It’s hardly fair that pets don’t get to access our pumpkin spice lattes from Starbucks, especially when pumpkin is so good for them. This warming elixir of goat’s milk, pumpkin, honey, and aromatic spices is purr-fect for pets!
Ora-Bone™ USA Dental Chew – $11.69
Patent pending Ora-Bone™ was designed to do dental BETTER. THREE breath freshening ingredients fight bad breath in your dog’s mouth and gut, while Ora-Bone’s unique design has up to TWO TIMES the cleaning surface area of similar products!
- Every surface has a dental feature
- The center bulb cleans behind the front teeth, roof of the mouth and tongue
- Stepped, tapered ribs, that wrap around both sides of the entire bone, form teeth-fitting channels that clean more effectively
- Ribs/Channels promote movement in your pet’s mouth, increasing effectiveness
- Nibs, wrapped around the heart-shaped opening, massage gums and scrape the tongue for fresher breath
- 100% MADE IN THE USA
Available in 3 sizes for any size dog – make sure you get the correct size for your pup!
Gifts for Dogs Who Love the Great Outdoors
SHERPA® Comfort Ride Carrier™:$78.00 – $239.00
SHERPA makes it easy to travel with your pets. Whether you’re traveling by plane, train or automobile, SHERPA has a carrier for you. Their newest innovation is the SHERPA® Comfort Ride Carrier and Comfort Strap. This makes travel simple with this ultra-comfortable soft-sided carrier. This unique ergonomic carrier features a sleek outer shell and wide, oval base for superior comfort. The base zips off for easy cleaning and its features SHERPA’s puncture- and chew-resistant mesh on three sides, which provides maximum ventilation and durability.
No matter what your travels plans are for the holidays, your pet can can travel in style and comfort. SHERPA® is the innovator of function and style for pet travel and the only line of carriers that is backed by the Guaranteed On-Board® promise, which means your pet travels with you or you can be refunded the cost of your trip. See details here.
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Ruffwear Single Trak Pack: $89.95
If you love the great outdoors, it’s time to invest in some equipment that lasts. The Single Trak Pack from Ruffwear is our favorite pack! This pack is designed to last, holds enough water for your dog (it features two on-board, collapsible water bottles that help your dog stay hydrated for the long haul), and still leaves room for treats, leashes and more. If you’re into letting your dog be a dog, this is the group you need to look at for outdoor needs. >
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Kurgo Portable Mud Dog Shower – $9.99
The Mud Dog Shower is designed to easily rinse off your dog no matter where you happen to find yourself. Just attach the nozzle to a water bottle and squeeze the bottle. This easily carried gadget turns any plastic soda bottle into a portable shower! We were skeptical about the water pressure at first, but a few tests made us quick believers in this simple, but extraordinarily useful tool. At only $9,99, you can get one for yourself too!
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When it comes to travel, we shouldn’t be taking any chances with our safety or our dog’s safety.
Clickit Sport is Sleepypod’s next generation dog safety harness. This new design makes the harness light and easy to use, without sacrificing safety. Visually intuitive, Clickit Sport is packed with state of the art technology that is the result of a dedicated 2½-year engineering effort by Sleepypod’s design team. Clickit Sport was then rigorously tested, to include the same dynamic crash testing that ensures the performance of child safety restraints.
- 3 point contact design. Doubles as a walking harness
- Does not require baby seat LATCH anchors
- Exceptional head excursion and lateral movement control
- Night reflectors for enhanced visibility. Energy absorbing materials.
- Requires minimal dexterity to connect to car
Gifts for Dogs Who Love to Play
Hear Doggie Fatties
Silence is golden. That’s why you’re going to love the Hear Doggy!™ Ultrasonic Dog Toys. These toys allow your dogs all the fun of squeaking without any of the annoying squeaking. Using innovative squeaker technology, Hear Doggy!™ squeakers are tuned to a pitch outside the human hearing range leaving all the noisy fun to your furry companions. Hear Doggy!™ is now available in MINI Flatties for tiny chewers and tiny breeds.
These toys are ideal for anyone who works from home or has small children at home that they can’t afford to wake from naps. Don’t deprive your dogs from fun!
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Shorter days and longer nights can make it hard to get a dog the exercise they need, which is why I really like these tether tugs. These are so much fun for large dogs with too much time on their paws! Tether Tug® is a USA-based company designing products to keep dogs healthy, happy and entertained. There are many tugs to choose from, and even an indoor Tether Tug for smaller pets under 30 lbs!
We prefer the outdoor version for our large dogs. It gives pets a chance to get some energy out when they run out for playtime and I can’t imagine a doggy daycare who wouldn’t love this product!
Buster Strong Toys: $14.95
I’ll be honest, I had my doubts about the Kruuse line of Buster toys. They look pretty “boring” and I had questions about how long my gnawing pit bulls would be able to play with them. I have to say, I was surprised. They’ve been gnawing for months and there’s no end in site. The dogs absolutely love these toys, proving my theory that simple is sometimes the best.
In the summer, you can freeze them for some extra fun playtime that helps dogs cool down. This is a great toy that will provide a lot of safe play. They float, they’re nontoxic and they are strong and durable. Win-win-win.
PetSafe Slap Happy Toys: $7.99+
STILL our favorite toys. You really can’t go wrong with the Slap Happy Pogo Plush line of faux sheepskin toys from PetSafe some of the best, most durable plush toys out there. No seams makes it almost impossible to destroy these pets and the extendable arms make it easy to “shake and kill” while the internal rubber cage provides a unique “bounce-back” feeling that also keeps the squeaker rolling around (which makes it harder to destroy). This is a fun, plush toy that your heavy chewers will love!
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Gifts for Pups Who Love to Primp
IVS – $7.00
When your pets come back through the door a muddy mess in winter, IVS Quick Bath® Wipes will be your favorite way to quickly clean up your pets. We’ve fallen in love with these extra thick wipes that make quick cleanups a breeze. Keep a pack near your door, in the car and at the back door. These extra-thick wipes are Made in the USA and formulated with Vitamins A & E and Aloe Vera, to promote healthy skin and coat while leaving your pet clean and shiny. They are pH Neutral and Alcohol Free which ensures your pup’s sensitive skin won’t be irritated. They are are available in small dog, large dog, and cat sizes.
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If you know of any pets who have sensitive skin or general skin problems, this is our “go-to” line of products. DERMagic skin care is all natural, organic and environmentally friendly (as well as using environmentally-friendly manufacturing processes). They contain NO parabens, NO toxic chemicals and NO sulfates. It’s made right here in the USA!
DERMagic is the skin care system we use on our dogs very sensitive skin. It helps support healthy coat growth, prevents problems and most importantly – eliminates excessive yeast.
The DERMagic Bar System Kit Includes:
- (1) 3.5 oz. Skin Rescue Shampoo Bar
- (1) 3.5 oz. Skin Rescue Conditioner Bar
- (1) 8 oz. bottle of Skin Rescue Lotion
- (1) 2 oz. jar of Hot Spot Salve
- (1) 4 oz. jar of Cell Restoration Créme
Gifts for Sleepy Dogs
PetLinks Pet Beds
Our dogs all-time favorite beds are these incredible, soft, cushy beds from PetLinks. Nearly every photo I have of a dog or cat sleeping is in The Supreme Soother™ or the Soothing Escape™. Follow our instagram account and you’ll see how much our pets love these soft, therapeutic beds. Why do they love them so much? Well, the premium bolstered beds are made from an advanced gel memory foam that helps support joints and relieves stress, while the gel beads keep pets cool in summer and cozy warm in winter. We love them because the cover is removable and machine washable. They are affordable, stylish and will last a very, very long time.
Supreme Soother Pet Bed (Large) $149
The Soothing Escape Bed is a bolstered oval bed. It’s ideal for senior dogs who need easy access to the therapeutic cushion without stepping over a bolstered edge. This was Cheiss’ favorite bed.
Soothing Escape Pet Bed (Large) $99
The Soothing Escape Bed is a bolstered circle, for dogs who love to cuddle in close and warm. We’ve found our cats naturally migrate to these beds, as well as our youngest dogs who love to “cuddle”.
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This machine washable throw is a stylish way to cover your couch and give your dog a warm place to lay his head. It’s perfect for use in a kennel or to warm up in the car when you’re heading home from the snow. Since it’s large, it covers the right amount of space in your vehicle or on your couch. It’s also simple to clean and super soft to make your pet feel secure and comfortable.
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