25 Best Christmas Gifts for Dogs and Dog Lovers (2024)

by: Chica

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25 Best Christmas Gifts for Dogs and Dog Lovers (2024)

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I'm an avid dog lover who currently has three big dogs that hold special places in my heart. Like other dog owners, I want to get my pooches the best Christmas gifts I can this holiday season.

If you're also looking for Christmas presents for your furry friend, I've put together a list of great gifts.

And if you've got animal lovers in your life who need the perfect gift that celebrates their four-legged friend, I've got plenty of unique Christmas gifts for them too!

Here's my list of the 25 best Christmas gifts for dogs and dog lovers.

Christmas Advent Calendars for Dogs

My favorite way to count down to Christmas is with an advent calendar, so why not share that same fun with your fur baby? Here are some of my favorite dog advent calendars for 2024.

1 Wufers Cookie Advent Calendar for Dogs

This dog advent calendar full of quality cookies is such fun to treat my dogs every day at this time of year.

Having tested these amazing cookies with my three dogs, I can tell you they 100% loved them.

2 SmartBones Advent Calendar for Dogs

If you want to give your dog a meatier treat every day leading up to Christmas, this calendar is a great fit. There are 24 rawhide-free treats made with real chicken.

The smaller pieces are perfect for smaller dogs or a senior dog who just needs a small but healthy treat.

3 Dog Toy Advent Calendar

If your pups need extra fun and toys during December, this dog toy Advent calendar is a great choice! There's a new toy or accessory every day.

Interactive Dog Toys

Of my three dogs, Jessie is the smartest and is in constant need of mental stimulation. If you've got a clever pooch, here are some fun interactive toy choices that they're sure to love.

4 Outward Hound Dog Brick Puzzle

My favorite way to distract Jessie is to fill this interactive puzzle toy with bits of dog food and let her open the compartments and slide the boxes over to find them.

It has adjustable difficulty levels, too. Remove the white bones for an easier time or keep them for an added challenge.

5 Outward Hound Hide-A-Squirrel

My boy Charlie loves to tear apart any new toy I give him, which means that a plush dog toy only lasts minutes. The solution is this reusable toy with squirrels that I can tuck inside for him to find.

He gets the satisfaction of pulling them out over and over, and I get to not waste money.

6 PETSTA Treat Dispensing Dog Puzzle

Another great option for keeping bored dogs occupied, this dog puzzle also has sound. Dogs can learn to slide, turn, and push buttons to receive their rewards.

It's mentally stimulating and also a great slow feeder solution too.

Tech Gifts for Dog Owners

With such a large canine crew, I need technical solutions to help me keep them safe and under control. Here are some of the game-changing items I've used to help me with my dogs.

7 Wisdom Panel dog DNA kit

If you or a friend have new dogs, this dog DNA test kit is a great way to figure out breed history, as well as heath considerations that will help you address your dog's needs as they grow.

My dog Penny's results alerted me to a medication sensitivity that she has that is vital info for our vet to have on record. This information could end up saving her life one day.

8 Mini Educator E-Collar for Dogs

Two of my dogs were very stubborn as puppies and we had issues with training them. But once I bit the bullet and invested in these Educator e-collars, the difference was night and day.

With a gentle buzzing alert (and no harm done) they learned to mind. It was the best purchase I ever made for them... and for me.

9 Tractive GPS Tracker for Dogs

We live in the country, and when my clever dog escapes our fence, she is gone for hours, roaming the fields. We got this GPS collar to track her and now we can find her instantly, rather than drive around the area for hours. This is a real life-saver for roaming dogs.

10 Furbo Dog Camera with Speaker and Treats

Feeling guilty leaving your fur baby home alone? Keep an eye on her with this handy dog camera! It pivots, has a two-way speaker, and can dispense treats on your command.

Christmas Accessories for Dogs

Sometimes simple is best, and Christmas themed gifts are always appreciated by man's best friend or the dog person in your life.

11 Naughty and Nice Dog Bandanas

While my dogs tend to lean towards "nice" most days, there are definitely those days when "naughty" is a better way to describe them, so I love that this set of two bandanas can be swapped out when needed.

12 Huxley & Kent Ruff Pet Scrunchy

If your little dog doesn't quite like wearing clothing but you just can't resist, this scrunchy jingle bell collar might be the perfect compromise.

13 KYEESE Reindeer Christmas Sweater for Dogs

I just couldn't resist adding this adorable plaid dog sweater to the list the second I saw it. The reindeer is so cute that I wish they made one for humans, too.

Dog Treats and Chew Toys

Let's be real, the best part about Christmas morning is indulging in a special treat, and your canine companion would love that too. Here are some of my favorite treats and chew toys for your pooches.

14 Claudia's Christmas Dog Cookies

If you're looking for an easy gift for your pet parents friends, a box of ready-made dog cookies decorated for Christmas will be their dog's favorite treats.

15 BoneItUp Homemade Dog Treat Kit

If you want a different way to create the perfect homemade treats for your dogs yourself, this set is exactly what you need!

With molds in different sizes, and lots of vet-approved recipes included, this is a great way to create a custom dog gift for your dogs or a friend's.

16 Kong Rubber Ring Toy

If you have tough chewers, you know what a great solution Kong toys can be. This one is shaped like a wreath, making it perfect for a Christmas stocking stuffer.

17 ValueBull Collagen Chew Sticks for Dogs

Unlike rawhide, which is nearly impossible for dogs to digest, these collagen bully sticks are natural and safe for your dogs to eat. My crew LOVES them more than any other treat.

I buy the large size because I have big dogs, but they also come in thinner sticks for smaller dogs.

Helpful Dog Accessories

Sometimes one little tool can make all the difference in keeping your puppies happy. Here are some great gift ideas for the dog parent in your life who might need some help.

18 Analan Mini Pet Hair Remover

I can testify from personal experience that this dog hair removal tool works exceptionally well. My van carpeting is constantly covered in stray hairs from the dog's coat and this simple little tool makes it super easy to scrape them away. Works on furniture, too!

19 LUKITO Lick Mat for Dogs

If your dogs don't like bathing and grooming, these lick mats are the perfect distraction. Just add peanut butter and stick them onto the wall with the built-in suction cups.

It's a brilliant way to turn a stressful time into something the dogs will enjoy.

20 Outward House Slow Feeder Bowl

Does your dog eat so fast you're afraid they might choke on their food? Slow feeders are bowls with cleverly designed grooves that make the food just hard enough to get to that it will slow down the chowing down.

Squeaky Balls and Plush Toys

You can't go wrong with a classic like balls and plushies when it comes to entertaining your dog. And at Christmastime, the fun options are endless.

21 Bulk Set of Squeaky Balls

With three dogs in the house, there's always a need for another squeaky toy, so buying them in bulk saves me time and money.

I love this set of 24 and it's one of the best toys I've gotten my crew.

22 Best Pet Supplies Crinkle Dog Toy

Nothing beats a good old plush toy when it comes to delighting your dogs, and dog lovers know that the toys that make noise are the best. This crinkly duck is a great affordable choice.

23 Puptily Christmas Dog Toys Set

If you need a variety of cute little toys for your small dog, this fun Christmas-themed plushie set will give you all the Christmas feels.

If you've got tough chewers, though, opt for some of the more durable items listed above.

High Energy Toys

If you've got a high-energy pooch that needs plenty of exercise, here are some fun options that will keep them on their feet and moving

24 ChuckIt! Dog Fetch Toy

My dog Charlie loves to play fetch, especially with a flying disc. But a plastic Frisbee is hard on his mouth, so we use this soft flying disc instead.

Charlie loves to leap into the air to catch it, and has no fear of hurting his mouth when he does.

25 ChuckIt! Dog Ball Launcher

The further you can throw that tennis ball, the further your dog will have to run, and the more exercise he'll get. And this tennis ball thrower is exactly what you need for a good, long, launch.