The Wag Worthy Holiday Gift Guide
Dogs are the easiest family members to shop for and the hardest to surprise. These picks cover every budget, from stocking stuffers to the one big gift, plus a few for the dog lovers on your list.
Shop early: popular dog gifts sell out in December, and personalized items need extra time to make and ship. Ordering by early December is the safe bet.
Stocking stuffers
Small, cheap and guaranteed to get used.
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Fetch fanatics
Chuckit! Ultra Ball
Best for: dogs who would play fetch all day if you let them.
- High-bounce rubber ball that's easy to spot
- Floats, so it works at the lake
- Fits standard Chuckit! launchers, which save your arm
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Brain games
Snuffle Mat
Best for: fast eaters and dogs who get bored indoors.
- Hide kibble or treats in the fabric and let your dog sniff them out
- Sniffing is mentally tiring, so it's great for rainy days
- Slows down dogs who gulp their food
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Practical gift
Personalized Engraved ID Tag
Best for: every dog, especially new ones.
- Engraved with the dog's name and your phone number
- A small gift that could bring a lost dog home
Gifts they'll use every day
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Toughest toys
West Paw Zogoflex Toys
Best for: strong chewers who destroy regular toys.
- Known for durable, recyclable toys
- Many are dishwasher safe and float
- A good step up from stuffed toys that last an afternoon
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Gift that keeps giving
BarkBox Subscription
Best for: spoiling a dog every month, or a gift for a friend's dog.
- Themed box of toys and treats shipped monthly
- Choose a gift length instead of an ongoing subscription
- Fun to unbox on video, which makes it a great social post
The splurge
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For the dog parent
Furbo Dog Camera
Best for: owners who hate leaving their dog home alone.
- Watch and talk to your dog from your phone
- Tosses treats on command
- Some features require a subscription, so check before you buy
For the dog lovers on your list
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Most sentimental
Custom Pet Portrait
Best for: the person whose phone is 90% dog photos.
- Independent artists turn a favorite photo into art
- Styles from watercolor to cartoon to classic oil
- Order early, since custom work takes time
Getting a new dog for the holidays? Start with our New Dog Essentials Checklist.