The Best Gifts for Pets (and Pet Lovers), From Snuggly Blankets to Chew Toys
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Our pets are parts of our family and many of us enjoy spoiling them. Whether it’s getting them a new stuffed toy or a more comfortable bed for their old bones, there are a bunch of great pet gifts out there, and we’ve rounded up the best below.
No matter if you own a dog, cat, or even a hamster, we’ve listed out pet gift options for everyone — including gifts for pet lovers, if you’re trying to find a unique gift for your friend or family member this season.
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Bedsure Orthopedic Dog Bed
Image Credit: Amazon This foam-filled dog bed is designed to evenly distribute your pet’s weight and even features a non-slip bottom to keep it in place.
If your pet is older or is suffering from an injury, this is a great gift to get them or give to a pet lover in your life. It’s available in six sizes too, depending on how large your furry friend is.
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Chuckit! Ultra Ball Dog Toy
Image Credit: Amazon This squeaky dog toy has a tough rubber exterior and is extremely lightweight, so it can bounce far and wide when you play with your pet outdoors. Plus, since it’s got a bright orange design, it’s easy to spot even at great distances. This makes it a great pet gift for both newer puppies and older dogs, and since you’ll get a pack of two, you or your dog-lover friend won’t have to worry about misplacing one.
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Bark Box Super Chewer
Image Credit: BarkBox Why treat your pooch once when you can treat them every month? BarkBox Super Chewer service does just that, delivering high-quality toys and fresh treats to your dog every month.
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Frisco 72-in Faux Fur Cat Tree
Image Credit: Chewy Made from plush, soft fabric, this cat tower has spots for your feline friend to nap or scratch. There are a bunch of dangling toys to entertain your cat and since it features multiple scratching posts plus two enclosed nooks, it works for a multi-cat household too.
Give it as a holiday gift to the cat owner in your life, or gift it to yourself.
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National Park Pet Blanket & Toy Set
Image Credit: Nordstrom This gift set comes with a comfy fleecy blanket and a 10-inch plush toy for your pet. The blanket is machine washable, just in case your pet gets it dirty, and can be used as a throw blanket for a bed or a couch.
While we personally love the moose toy set you can also choose to gift any one of the other plush toy collections, with six other pet gift options available.
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Penn Plax Spongebob Squarepants Aquatic Ornament
Image Credit: Amazon This officially licensed Nickelodeon ornament is an almost exact replica of Spongebob’s house from the hit cartoon TV series. It’s designed from safe and durable resin to keep your fish safe and is easy to clean — just don’t use soap on it.
Gift it to anyone with pet fish or add it to your own aquarium.
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Wakytu TSA Approved Pet Carrier
Image Credit: Amazon Made for small to medium dogs and cats, this TSA-approved pet carrier will make traveling a little bit more comfortable for your furry companion. It’s got four mesh windows for ventilation and even comes with a bunch of freebies, including dog bowls, a collar and a pet feeding mat.
Gift it to the frequent traveler in your life, this pet gift will be sure to delight them.
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Frisco Personalized Cable Knitted Sweater
Image Credit: Chewy This warm cable knit sweater is available in three colors and multiple sizes, depending on how big or small your pet is. You can even add your pet’s name up top.
It’s machine washable too and features a pullover style, making it easy to dress your pet.
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Wisdom Panel DNA Test
Image Credit: Amazon Ever wondered about your cats genes? This DNA test identifies your cat’s breed mix and provides alerts of possible genetic health conditions that your cat could develop — especially useful if you recently adopted a cat and want to learn more about its lineage.
Adopted a dg instead? Wisdom Panel also make an easy to use Dog DNA test.
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LifePro Dog Treadmill
This pet treadmill is said to improve blood circulation and help your dog lose weight — it’s also got an ultra-quiet motor to keep your dog’s senses from getting overwhelmed. Get this pet gift if you’re looking to improve your dog’s health or if it’s something their doctor suggested.
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Furbo 360° Camera
This pet camera can keep an eye on your furry companion when you’re not home and features night vision, as well as a wide-angle view.
There’s even a treat tossing feature to stimulate your pet while you’re away, and smart alerts can let you know when you’re dog is barking so you can quickly check in on them.
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Levoit Air Purifier
Image Credit: Amazon Whether you’re just a little allergic or don’t want any guests being upset by furry friends, air purifiers can help reduce the amount of allergens in the air. We like this best-selling unit from Levoit, which covers more than 1,000 square feet and comes extremely highly-rated on Amazon.
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Mighty Paw Smart Bell 2.0
This paw bell can be easily attached to the back of a door or wall and features tons of different chimes. It requires just 0.75 pounds of pressure to get it to ring, according to the brand, so dogs both big and small can access it.
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Snuffle Mat
An interactive feeding mat can help stimulate your pet and get them to eat, even if they’re fussy eaters. The fabric on the mat itself is non-toxic and odorless so it won’t bother your pet. Plus, t’s easy to clean too.
There are five compartments to hide your pet’s food in and since it’s non-slip, you won’t have to worry about your dog slipping on it.