Top 10 Christmas Gifts for Your Dog

Every year we search high and low for the healthiest, most practical and innovative gifts for our four-legged companions. This year’s list is a compilation of products that we have used and highly recommend. You’ll notice that the products are all useful items that for the most part solve a problem (okay, there are a couple of silly and fun products) but with money being a bit tighter this year, we want to make sure you get just what Fido needs.

If you know of any other cool dog gifts, leave a comment so our readers can get more ideas.

Here are the top 10 in no particular order.

1. Santa Paws & Hanukkah Hound Spa Collections

Four grooming products to make your smelly dog smell Fabulous!  Includes a shampoo for dry and itchy skin, an ultra rich conditioning treatment, a freshen up spray and even a breath spray that also helps eliminate gas!! If your dog doesn’t celebrate Christmas, no problem, Hannakuh Hound is also available! Get it at www.happytailsspa.com

2. Matching Kiss Me Dog & Human Tank Top

"I Saw Mommy Kissing Santa Claus"

Gift for human and hound! Ruff Ruff and Meow have designed a plethora of matching tank tops and dog shirts. Check them out on their website ruffruffandmeow.com

3. Squeaky Balls

Squeaky Balls?  WHAT??? Kong has the patent on Squeaky Balls—ummm… that is squeaky tennis balls. Your dogs will love these Air Kong Squeaker Tennis Balls. I have one dog that is obsessed with squeaky toys and another who loves to chase bouncing balls. So this satisfies everyone concerned. They also have them in x-small! Available at most pet retailers.

4. Good Karma Rope Toys

"Frosty the Snowman"

These adorable toys come in 2 sizes and are offered in a variety of animal shapes. The toys are made from 100% natural dyed cotton thread and are hand tied. Proven to improve dental health and guaranteed to provide hours of chewing and tugging fun.  A portion of the proceeds go to the Rescue Train organization. Visit jaxandbones.com

5. Sleepytime Tonic

"Silent Night, Holy Night"

With all of that joy, cheer and happiness, dogs can become very nervous around the holidays. The change in routine, people in and out and late night wrapping sessions (a difficult task  with no opposable thumbs) can make any dog a little stressed out and anxious. Sleepytime Tonic to the rescue. This all natural herbal remedy helps to calm a nervous, anxious overactive dog. Perfect for travel, thunderstorms, fireworks, trips to the groomer, vet and more Calms your dog within 20-30 minutes.

6.  Holiday Cards

"I’m Dreaming of a White Christmas"

The modern dog needs his own holiday card to send out, doesn’t he?  Gifty Idea has a whole slew of uber cute cards like this one. Hurry before it’s too late! Go to Giftyidea.com

7.  Dogswell Treats

If you really want to get your dog the best gift EVER- get her Dogswell treats. I have two small dogs that are super picky and these treats are like crack cocaine for dogs. Forget about dog clothes, collars and leashes, this is what your dog really wants.  And they are great for bribes! Available at most major petstores.

8.  Lighted Collar

"How Brightly Shines the Morning Star"

You don’t want your adventurous dog to get lost on all of those off-leash walks in the mountains or on the beach, do you?  This handy light clips right onto any collar. It’s lightweight, useful and inexpensive and as far as we can tell it is water resistant. Get it at niteize.com

9.  Have you Buttered Your Dog Lately?

Pamper your canine in healing relief. Fur Butter (or Fur Worse) is an Ultra-Rich Deep Conditioning Treatment for Dry & Itchy Skin. Just wash your dog, slather on Fur Butter and rinse. It will leave your dog super soft and silky and will moisturize that dry skin.

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10. Your ideas???

If you know of any other cool dog gifts, leave a comment so our readers can get more ideas.