According to Rover.com, 95% of pet owners buy Christmas gifts for their pets. Also, according to Chewy.com, 65% of pet owners admitted to buying Christmas gifts for their dogs before their family members!
Having a tough time trying to decide on what gifts to get your beloved dog this Christmas? We’ve got some great gift ideas below!
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Dog Gifts that Give Back
- Food and Water Bowls from the Grounds & Hounds Coffee Co.
(Check out their Gift Guide too for gifts for the dog lover!)
- If you haven’t heard of TigerPig & Co, this husband-and-wife duo makes some of the cutest bandanas for canines! There’s a wide assortment of colors and patterns for even the most discerning dog! Handmade in Los Angeles and a portion of sales support various animal welfare organizations.
- Pacific Pup Products offers superior-quality toys with the mission of saving homeless dogs from being put down in high-kill shelters. For example, this set of 11 or 18 heavy-duty chew toys for hours of fun for aggressive chewers!
Tugging on My Heart Strings Dog Toy by Found My Animal
- Cuddly and soft, this dog toy is handmade with cotton. The Tugging on My Heart Strings toy is very reasonable for a dog toy (just $15!). This Brooklyn company, Found My Animal, has donated to more than 70 animal rescue organizations!
- Does Fido need a new leash, collar or gear? Check out the brand Wilderdog for some great gear! Also, during December, Wilderdog will be donating one pound of dog kibble to The Cantu Foundation in San Diego for every online order!
Etsy: One-of-a-Kind Dog Christmas Gifts!
Christmas Gifts for Fido: Toys
It’s a simple fact, our dogs can never have enough toys! From personalized dog gifts to enrichment gifts, there are a plethora of fun gifts for the dogs in our lives! (Check out our past blog about the “Dog Treats and Toys a New Puppy Wants from You!”)
The hottest gifts this year are those that keep our dogs busy and engaged while we are gone. Dogs spend a lot of time on their own and enrichment toys are a positive way to keep dogs entertained and happy! These unique toys offer both physical and mental stimulation keeping dogs happy and relaxed.
TheDogSnobs.com has THE list of the 16 best toys to keep your K9 busy and out of trouble while you’re at work, at school or even during the busy holidays! Make sure you match
the right toy to your dog’s personality, behavior and preferences. Every dog is different just like its human guardians!
Consider:
- Interactive Puzzle Toys (check out those by Nina Ottosson on Outward Hound and the Trixie Dog Activity Game/Puzzle).
- Hide and Seek Puzzles.
- Chew Toys.
- Plush Toys.
- Kongs and other treat-dispensing toys.
Good Housekeeping: “15 Best Interactive Dog Toys for Smarty Pants Pups!”
Christmas Gifts: Clothes and More!
Clothing for dogs has become increasingly popular over recent years. Especially for smaller dog breeds who need extra warmth or protection from the cold, wind or rain.
But wearable fashion for large dog breeds is also becoming more popular, especially for those with shorter hair like Great Danes and Greyhounds.
Looking for quality – but reasonable – dog clothing, accessories and dog toys? Check out the Dogs Dresser based in Georgia!
They also specialize in personalizing items with your dog’s name including:
- Toys.
- Clothing.
- Blankets.
- Totes.
- Bandanas.
- Hair and Bow Ties.
NOTE: We are excited to announce we are teaming up with the Dogs Dresser to make our new totes with a silhouette of the purchased dog breed as part of our Puppy Welcome Kit for all puppies purchased before 8 weeks of age at the full purchase price.
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Merry Christmas to Everyone!
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ARKANSAS BEAR CREEK GOLDENS AND DOODLES
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Please email, text or call us at 870-404-0127 or 870-404-1189 for more information about upcoming litters or to get on our waiting list.
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