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Best Dog Gifts & Gifts for Dog Lovers + Dog Moms & Dads | Pupford

November 29th, 2023

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It’s that time of the year again. Whether you are eager to set up for the holidays or want to wait a little longer, it’s just about time to think about the gifts for everyone on your list this year. And while many will be traveling and/or spending time with family or friends, we don’t want to exclude our pets from our holiday traditions.

If your list includes a dog mom or dad, you need some fun gift options for them. And, finding the best dog gifts is key!

Because after all, dogs really are a gift to us.

So here are some gift ideas for the dogs (and dog lovers) on your list.

We're gonna break it down into a few gift categories, with 5 options for each category:

  • Best dog gifts
  • Best gifts for dog lovers
  • Best dog gifts under $25
  • New puppy gifts
  • Gifts for older dogs and senior dogs

Let's get right to it. 👇

BEST DOG GIFTS

dog playing with a gift | Pupford

Our dogs deserve the world. And while we can't quite give them that, there are some amazing and fun dog gifts that every good boy or girl will go crazy for.

These 5 gifts are all about making your pup happy:

  1. Tasty treats
  2. Long-lasting chews
  3. Bandanas
  4. Enrichment toys
  5. Dog bed

Let's look at each gift below.

TASTY TREATS

dog eating a treat | Pupford

Dogs love treats. It's that simple!

Shop our full line of training treats here.

Or for larger treats for occasional indulgences, check out the full Reward line here.

LONG-LASTING CHEWS

If you want the best dog gift that a pup will truly love, get them a long-lasting chew.

Shop a wide range of dog chews here.

BANDANAS

A bandana (or four) for the fashionable pup in your life. We like these and also these.

ENRICHMENT TOYS

enrichment toys make good dog gifts | Pupford

Dogs need enrichment every day, aka mental exercise. While there are many ways of accomplishing that, enrichment toys are an effective route!

Want an interactive toy that works your dog's brain and body? Try a flirt pole.

Need a way to help calm down your puppy and keep them happy or even a way to distract your dog during bath time? Try a lick mat.

Or, make mealtime enriching with a snuffle mat!

DOG BED

Our pups spend a lot of time snoozing and lounging around the house, so give them a comfortable place to do it!

The Big Barker bed is by far the best dog bed option out there. Shop Big Barker beds here!

BEST GIFTS FOR DOG LOVERS & DOG MOMS/DADS

When looking for the best gifts for dog lovers, it's all about finding items that will make their life easier!

Here are 5 of the best gifts for dog lovers and dog moms & dads:

  1. Customizable dog mom sweatshirt
  2. Custom stickers of their dog's face
  3. Pupford Academy+ lifetime access
  4. A dog camera that throws treats
  5. Poop bags (seriously)

Let's look at each below. ⏬

CUSTOMIZABLE DOG MOM SWEATSHIRT

customizable dog mom sweatshirt gift for dog lovers | Pupford

When a dog mom isn't with their dog, they're thinking about their dog... I promise.

Now, they can also wear their dog with this cute, customizable dog sweatshirt.

Get it here!

CUSTOM STICKERS OF THEIR DOG'S FACE

Going along with the "taking your dog everywhere" theme, dog face stickers!

Just upload a picture of your pup's face and get a sheet of customs stickers. Get the stickers here.

PUPFORD ACADEMY+ LIFETIME ACCESS

pupford academy plus lifetime access | Pupford

Being a dog mom or dad is more than just snuggles and leisurely walks, it takes a lot of work!

Between nutrition, leash training, separation anxiety and SO much more in between, dog lovers need a go-to resource to be the best dog partner possible.

Enter: Pupford Academy Plus!

With a lifetime membership, the pup partner on your list will get forever access to a growing library of video courses, resources, and in-depth help covering all things dogs.

Get access here.

A DOG CAMERA THAT THROWS TREATS

Leaving your dog home alone can be tough, but being ab le to check on them makes it easier.

And being able to give your dog treats while away is just about as good as life gets.

Get a dog camera that throws treats here.

POOP BAGS (SERIOUSLY) 💩

While you may be surprised to see poop bags on this list of best gifts for dog lovers, I promise you they will use them.

Getting an extra 10 or 20 poop bag rolls is a practical gift that every dog mom will love.

Get bio-degradable poop bags here!

BEST DOG GIFTS UNDER $25

Here are some gifts that won’t break the bank, that we think your dog will love! Our top 5 dog gifts under $25:

  1. Paw & nose balm
  2. Dry shampoo
  3. Calming supplements
  4. Jerky treats
  5. Fire hose tug toy

A quick look at each gift idea below. 👇

PAW & NOSE BALM

Paw balm is the best way to keep your dog’s paw pads safe from salty roads and sidewalks in wintertime. Shop Butter Up Paw Balm here.

DRY SHAMPOO FOR DOGS

dry shampoo for dogs is a great gift for under 25 dollars | Pupford

If bath time isn’t your dog’s favorite, a dry shampoo for dogs will be a gift to both you and them, as a way to help keep your dog clean without a bath.

Shop the highly-rated Dry Shampoo here.

CALMING SUPPLEMENTS

Calming supplements are a "double gift".

Your dog will love the taste and getting another snack.

You will love a calmer dog. Win-win!

Shop calming supplements here.

JERKY TREATS

Need a special way to treat your dog, either just because or when working on a special treat or skill? Try a high-value treat like a tasty jerky.

Shop the entire Reward line here.

FIRE HOSE TUG TOY

fire hose tug toy for dogs | Pupford

While many toys fall apart right away, the Fire Hose Tug Toy is different!

Get this strong tug toy here.

BEST NEW PUPPY GIFTS

The new puppy stage is exciting, frustrating, and a dose of reality, all baked into one little fluffy, round-bellied pup.

The best new puppy gifts should be practical, focused on training, and highly rated. Check out our top 5 new puppy gifts:

  1. Training gift box
  2. 30-foot long lead
  3. Wearable teether toy
  4. Potty training pack
  5. Flirt pole

Let's check them out. 👇

TRAINING GIFT BOX

training gift box for new puppies | Pupford

When you get a new puppy, you must be prepared with the right tools to train them!

Treat your pup (and your pup's friends) to the gift of tasty treats and the proper training tools! You'll not only get 6 months of Pupford Academy+ which includes access to 18+ courses with content on potty training, impulse control, recall, and so much more, but you'll also get three bags of training treats, our Cognition + Focus Supplement for Puppies, training clicker, and toothbrush.

Oh, and did we mention we are also throwing in a FREE $10 gift card for you to shop on Pupford.com? Because we are!

Get the Training Gift Box here.

30-FOOT LONG LEAD

Using a long leash for dog training is not negotiable.

It'll make teaching recall, stay, and other challenging behaviors much easier and safer, for you and your dog.

Get a 30-foot long lead here.

WEARABLE TEETHER TOY

A wearable teether for the teething puppy in your life. Dog trainer Amber Aquart loves this one.

POTTY TRAINING PACK

potty training pack is a perfect gift for new puppies | Pupford

Every dog poops. Puppies just don’t know where you want them to go yet!

As you’re working on potty training, accidents will happen. Get all the tools you need to help throughout the potty training process with the Potty Training Pack.

Get it here!

FLIRT POLE

flirt pole for dogs | Pupford

Think flirt poles are just for cats? Think again. Flirt poles for dogs are an easy-to-use toy that helps exercise your dog and work on training and impulse behaviors.

I wish SO badly I had this when my dogs were puppies....

Get yours here!

GIFTS FOR OLDER DOGS & SENIOR DOGS

As our dogs age, priorities shift. While the focus used to be on training and calming down your puppy, it's now about maximizing the later years and keeping your old dog in as best shape possible.

Here are our 5 best gifts for older dogs & seniors:

  1. Super Pup
  2. Enzymatic cleaner and black light
  3. Dental chews
  4. Snuffle mat
  5. Heartbeat stuffed toy

Let's dive into each gift for older dogs below.

SUPER PUP

super pup supplement for older dogs | Pupford

If your older dog struggles with joint discomfort, aches, or mobility, a supplement could help!

And even if they don’t struggle with joint issues, Super Pup also helps with gut health, skin and coat, and your dog’s general health.

Get Super Pup here.

ENZYMATIC CLEANER AND BLACK LIGHT

oops eraser for senior dogs | Pupford

As your dog gets older they may experience more you-know-what problems. Use an enzymatic carpet cleaner that will work deep below the surface to remove stains from urine, feces, or vomit.

The black light is also perfect for finding those hidden stains.

Get it here!

DENTAL CHEWS

Your dog won’t know they are actually cleaning their teeth, they will just think they are getting a tasty treat. Plus, these are soft enough for older dogs!

Get your older dog some tasty dental chews here.

PS- Learn if dog dental chews actually work here.

SNUFFLE MAT

an older dog using a snuffle mat | Pupford

As dogs age, their teeth may not be able to handle harder chews, but they still need mental exercise!

A snuffle mat is the best way to work their brain, keeping them sharp and on their toes.

Get a snuffle mat here.

HEARTBEAT STUFFED TOY

While this heartbeat-mimicking toy is often geared toward puppies, it can be amazing for senior dogs who develop separation anxiety and/or fears of being left alone. There are 1,000s of dog parents who swear by this toy...

Get it here!

BEST DOG GIFTS RECAP

best dog gifts guide | Pupford

Finding the best dog gifts doesn't have to be difficult with the help of this guide! And of course, we included plenty of options for the dog lover in need of a gift too.

Not sure which gift to give? The best option is a Pupford gift card. Get one here!

Happy holidays and happy shopping! Have other dog gift ideas that you and your pup love? Let us know in the comments below.

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