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Do dogs need more than food, water, their owner's love, and a ratty old ball to be happy?
Ummmm, no. Technically not. But I'm still buying gifts for my dog, and I bet you are too.
So here's a more important question: What gifts is your dog LEAST likely to ignore in favor of the cat's toys or whatever he can drag out of the trash can?
Just a heads-up: While we're fans of these brands, ManyPets isn't associated with them. We've handpicked each gift listed without any compensation for mentioning them.
OK, let's get into it.
A super soft bed
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Some dogs will always prefer to sleep with you, even if it's on a plank of plywood.
Other dogs—particularly the oldsters with arthritis or conditions like degenerative myelopathy—will appreciate a bed with some cushion.
There are plenty of great dog beds out there, but I've got my eye on this one from Avocado, filled with organic latex.
A non-chewed leash
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Regardless, I've got this sporty leash made from upcycled climbing rope in my cart. It's cute, durable, and guaranteed for life with normal (read: non-chewing) use.
A collar upgrade
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Whether you're team collar or team harness (or both), I think an upgraded collar is just the ticket for a handsome pup.
This one's got reflective stitching, which is helpful if your puppy's doing the potty dance at midnight.
A GPS tracker
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Is it overkill to track your dog's steps? I mean, debatable. Exercise is pretty key to your dog's health and happiness.
But beyond that, GPS on a dog is just plain useful. I love the idea that I have another way to quickly find my pup if he sneaks out, even if 90% of the time he's across the street eating the neighbor's cat's food.
I've heard good things about this one, which is a collar + tracker combo.
This Kong toy, specifically
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My 90-pound pup has slobbered and ripped his way through myriad toys. He's even swallowed a stuffed snake that emerged whole (I know, gross). Simply put, he's a menace to toys everywhere.
Only one toy has stood the test of time: this specific Kong. I put peanut butter or pumpkin in it to keep him busy, but even empty, it's his favorite. Buy it in your dog's size and thank me later.
A non-sloppy water bowl
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There are so many adora-bowls out there. I think I own about six different options. But this one has saved me from mopping up trails of slobber across the kitchen floor. Worth it!
Tasty treats
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Don't have time to make your own delicious and healthy homemade dog treats? Why not? Just kidding. These cod skins from Open Farm are a great pick for pups with allergies to chicken or beef. (They're also a little smelly, so steel yourself.)
One note about treats: avoid rawhide. It's inexplicably still widely sold, despite causing choking and intestinal blocks in pups.
Pup insurance
A great dog insurance policy is designed to help reimburse you for the accidents and illnesses that life tends to throw your dog's way.
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Bonus points for adding on a non-insurance Wellness plan like ours to help cover routine and preventative care!
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