We love finding the perfect holiday gift for our favorite pet owners and their beloved fur babies. And we equally love gifts that are purely functional as well as those that are completely unnecessary – but so much fun. Here are the cool presents that are going on our lists this year…
1. A cartoonified pet portrait
Ever wonder what your pet would look like in a Disney movie? Wonder no more when you get a custom animated portrait of your furry friend. All you have to do is upload a photo, choose a background color, and then you can order a digital file or a printed version to frame.
2. Slow feeder toy for dogs
If you know any pups who scarf down their food too fast, this is the one. It holds up to 1.5 cups of dry food and forces your dog to slow down by making them work to get a few pieces of food out at a time. So, this is a toy that’s great for their brains and their digestion.
3. Pet hair remover
To have pets is to have pet hair…everywhere in most cases. And while most pet parents accept that this is part of the deal, it’s also nice to have tools that help you keep it under control. You just swipe this manual device back and forth on a surface and it creates an electrostatic charge that attracts and collects hair in a little chamber. Easy peasy, no charging or batteries needed.
4. Custom pet pillow
If a framed pic on the wall isn’t enough, consider getting your pet’s photo printed on a pillow that’s shaped like them. It looks cute on the couch and will also undoubtedly make for a funny moment when your pet encounters themself in pillow form. This could also be a thoughtful gift for someone who has recently lost a beloved pet.
5. Silent squeaker toy
Your dog loves squeaky toys and you hate them. We get it and we got you. This smart toy emits sound at a frequency that is nearly undetectable by people. So your pup can have a ball without disturbing your Zoom call.
6. Burrow beds
Dogs and cats alike will appreciate this plush bed that comes equipped with a flexible hood-type cover that you can adjust to their liking. It will help keep them warm in the winter and give them a place to hide out when they need a little alone time.
7. Lick mat
If you have a pet who hates bath time, you need this. It’s a silicone mat that easily suctions to your shower wall. Spread a little peanut butter on it to distract them while you get the bathing done.
8. Cat hunting toys
Created by a veterinarian, these little toys are designed to hold small amounts of treats or food. You can stash them around your house, then let your cat use their hunting instincts to locate them and work the food out.
9. Chic all-in-one cat perch
Not all cat furniture has to be ugly. This wall-mounted piece is a scratcher, toy storage, perch, and toy all in one. And it looks nice to boot!
10. Modern elevated food bowls
It’s better for cats’ digestion and posture to eat from a bowl that’s slightly elevated off the round. You can find many options on Amazon and Chewy but the ones linked above are extra attractive and modern, and come in bright, fun colors.
