A Powerful Shower Attachment That Makes Bathing A Breeze
For the dog lover whose pet hates going to the groomer, this professional-grade bathing wand from Waterpik will be a welcome gift. It rinses all types of fur like a boss and can easily be attached to a showerhead pipe, garden hose or utility sink right at home. The Pet Wand Pro’s even comb-like streams of water can be adjusted on the fly via a dial on the handle for higher or lower pressure, flow control or to pause flow completely. The Waterpik Pet Wand Pro comes with an 8-foot-long hose, a garden hose adapter and a nifty shower diverter—so it can be left connected without affecting the human showerhead’s functionality.
A Chuckle-Inducing And Engravable Collar Tag
Every dog owner dreads their dog going rogue and running off. But, whether your favorite pet is a runner or not, a collar ID tag is a must. This one is sure to elicit a laugh with the phrase “have your people call my people” on the front in scratch-resistant enamel. The price of the tag includes a monogram or name and owner’s phone number engraved on the flip side.
Dog bowls and feeders
For dog parents who want to minimize mess, dog mom Katie Sturino — the founder of Megababe and the 12ish Style — recommends Neater Feeder bowls, describing them as “the best gift I have gotten myself. I have three dogs, and they spill half a bowl when they drink, so this has saved my floors.”
This slow-feed dog bowl helps dogs who eat their food too fast. As Halpern explains, “The unusual puzzle shape of these bowls forces gluttonous dogs to slow their roll.” Sophie, Halpern’s Chihuahua, “rarely gags when she uses it because she has to think about how to extract the food, as opposed to just blindly gobbling.” For more puzzle bowls, check out our expert-recommended roundup.
The staff of dog boutique and groomer Releash NYC loves the clever design of this hybrid water bottle and bowl for active dogs. One worker explains how ingenious it is: “Squeeze it, and water fills the bowl for your pup to drink; release your grip, and the remaining water returns to the bottle.”
These collapsible dog bowls, also recommended by Halpern, are helpful for a traveling pup. “We tuck them into our carry-on bags and keep one in the glove compartment of our car,” she says. “The durable silicone is lightweight, easy to clean, and won’t tip over in a moving vehicle.”
Arden says that this set of licking mats is great gift for hyperactive dogs for many of the same reasons as a snuffle mat. Spreading a soft treat like peanut butter over its surface “creates a fun game where the dog is kept busy licking at the mat,” she says, adding that it’s a particularly great gift for dog owners whose dogs struggle with strangers and being alone. They’re also “very useful for helping a dog to become more comfortable with handling and grooming, or for working on alone time skills,” says Arden.
“As Reggie gets older, I want him to have a more supportive bed,” explains Leimkuhler. This memory-foam dog bed from Casper ranks high on her wish list, and it also took the top spot in our roundup of the best dog beds: It’s easy to clean and has a streamlined design that provides excellent orthopedic support for older dogs with achy joints. The bed comes in three sizes and three colors: blue, gray, and sand.
Leimkuhler also loves this bolster bed from Pendleton, which features the brand’s signature stripes and will keep your dog cozy during colder months.
For a less-expensive dog bed, we love this shag number. It is owned by no less than four Strategist dog parents, has more than 1,000 five-star reviews on Amazon, and is perfect for little dogs who love to cuddle and burrow.
Strategist contributor Zoe Denenberg learned about this “affordable, effective, and easy-to-use” brush from her mom, who had recently opened a dog-care and grooming franchise. While the ZoomGroom is extremely effective at removing knots and dander because of its flexible rubber bristles, it’s also basically like giving your dog a mini-massage, Denenberg writes.
“Nail polish from Warren London is a great gift for someone who wants to do a quick-drying, easy paw-dicure on their pups,” says Jess Rona, a dog-grooming expert based in Los Angeles.
If doggy nail polish is too flashy, Strategist contributor Chantel Tattoli recommends this gentle Earthbath shampoo, which she accidentally bought thinking it was intended for humans. It’s good for pets and people with sensitive skin alike: “Because the skin and coats of cats and dogs ‘absorb everything,’ an Earthbath rep explained, the company keeps its ingredient lists small,” she writes.
This animal wash from Aesop is a great gift for making bath time more luxurious, according to Leimkuhler. “I bought it to use on Reggie. It lathers easily, rinses away easily, and he does smell really good,” she says. “He smells like a status dog.”
[Editor’s note: This Aesop wash should arrive in time for Christmas if you select expedited shipping.]
“Someone at my local dog park told me about Mushers after we were talking about how neither of our dogs will tolerate snow boots, which is bad because our neighborhood is way too aggressive with the salt on the sidewalk,” explains Leimkuhler. You massage a little of the wax-based cream onto the pads of your dog’s paws, and it acts as a sealant against ice, salt, sand, and even hot pavement. Leimkuhler says it makes “a perfect little stocking stuffer.”
The BEST Gift Ideas For Dog Lovers | DOGGO LIFE
If you’re a dog lover or you know someone who is, chances are you have their fur babies on the gift list this year. (We promise that’s the only “fur baby reference we’ll make.)
So, if you’re looking for the best dog lover’s presents for the holiday season — we’ve got you covered. From essentials for new pet owners to the best pet tech devices, we found a little bit of everything for this 2022 holiday guide.
Below, you’ll find gifts for dog owners ranging from the perfect YETI dog bowl to temporary dog tattoos and, of course, custom art that reflects that perfect pup of theirs.
Because let’s face it, if you’re a dog mom or dad, you are obsessed with your pooch, and it deserves the best dog gifts you can find. So don’t be ashamed about it, but instead, scream it from the rooftops with these adorable dog Christmas gifts.
If someone loves dogs, there is a good chance they love coffee too — that’s just math. After all, early morning dog walks don’t happen by themselves. So it makes perfect sense to gift the dog-and-coffee lover in your life a gift that wakes them up and helps dogs in the process. We love this Must Love Dogs bundle, but there is a lot more to love from Grounds for Hounds.
Designed to help puppies with posture and senior dogs prevent pain, this elevated trough was inspired by the founder’s flat-faced pug. The entire trough is dishwasher-safe, and the silicone insert is also microwave safe. (Personally, if your dogs are anything like mine, it’s the only bowl they’ll ever want to dine from again.)