As a pet parent of two rescue dogs, I can confidently say I prefer receiving gifts for—or related to—my dogs. In general, I’d much rather receive personalized collar tags, new comfy beds and silly plush toys than something for myself. That’s why we decided to make the ultimate pet gift guide, so you can spoil your and your giftee’s fur babies, in the name of spreading fur baby joy.
Whether you’re attending a dog’s birthday party (I’ve hosted many), or for a friend who’s simply a devoted cat parent, the pets (and their owners) will be totally elated by any of our top picks. Check them out, below.
11 Pet Gifts That Doting Cat And Dog Parents Will Love
- My Name Is: Give your pup (or your friend’s pup) a personalized name tag they’ll love. Two Tails’ ‘Cutie With a Booty’ tag is a customizable accessory for their collar. Plus, it shows off a little cheeky personality… we love that.
- Biggest Fan: Your style is a reflection of you. So what better way to show off your personality than to rep your fur babies? Mit & Mia’s bootleg rap shirt is customizable. Just upload photos of the dog or cat for an ultra-stylish ode to the pet in question.
- Fancy Kitty: Even indoor cats could use a collar (I mean, really, they’re stylish!). So let them strut their stuff in a pearl cat collar for the ultimate sophisticated accessory. Meow!
- Sleep Soundly: You aren’t the only one who deserves to sleep on memory foam. So does Fido! Bedsure’s Orthopedic Bed is ultra comfortable and non-slip. So if they get the zoomies, no crashes will ensue.
- Surveillance: For the giftee who loves spying on their pets at the bar (guilty!), get a Furbo pet camera. You can check in on them when you aren’t home, talk to them and even toss a few treats. Regardless of where you are, you’ll always have an eye on them.
- Winter Wonderland: As they say, if you’re cold, they’re cold! Every pup who spends time in the great outdoors (even if it’s just for a winter walk!) needs a jacket. And Carhartt’s Firm Duck Insulated Dog Chore Coat is both stylish and warm. Your pup can’t talk, but if they could, they would totally thank you.
- Climber: While a rock wall would be ideal for some kitties, Amazon Basics’ cat tree is just as good! It gives them a designated space to roam, climb and play—and it doesn’t involve knocking things off the shelves. Goals!
- Playtime: Your pups don’t really care what their toys look like, as long as they’re squeaky and/or chewy. So get something the parent will like too, with a set of three hot sauce dog toys. It comes with Sriracha, Cholula and Tabasco, making for sweet additions to your home.
- Adopt, Don’t Shop: Give your local rescuer the flowers they deserve! This “I just want to drink coffee, save animals and take naps” mug is sweet beyond belief. It’ll make your giftee feel good about their rescue pets—and serve as a memento for their chosen family members.
- Stay Hydrated: One primary responsibility of pet parenting is refilling the water bowl. So make their lives a little easier with a PetSafe water fountain. It holds 168 ounces so you won’t have to worry about it running out while you’re running errands.
- No Sh*t: If you’re looking to spend a little extra, consider investing in a DuckSky automatic litter box. Scooping poop is a constant chore for cat parents, so make their lives easier with a truly next-level gift.
