Blink Mini
While treat tossing cameras are nice, your recipients can still keep an eye out on their pup with the less expensive Blink Mini. It isn't specifically made for pets, but it has 1080p HD video, night vision, motion detection, and two-way audio, so you can be alerted of any issues and talk to your pup. Plus, it works with Alexa, so you can have a full smart house.
Chuckit! Ultra Ball
If you've got a dog that loves fetch, you can't go wrong with a set of ChuckIt! balls. They're not too expensive and they bounce, float, and roll while being both visible and durable. Think of it as their favorite stocking stuffer.
Nina Ottosson by Outward Hound Interactive Puzzle Brick Game
A bored dog can become a destructive dog, which is why reviewers love this puzzle brick game that stimulates their dog mentally and tires them out. Just hide some training treats within the bricks and watch your pet attempt to flip, lift, and slide the pieces in order to get their loot. It's honestly pretty hilarious to watch, too.
FURminator Undercoat Deshedding Tool for Large Dogs – Long Hair
The FURminator is the superior dog brush, as recommended by over 35,000 Amazon reviewers. The teeth don't look too deep, but they manage to remove loose fur in the undercoat without nicking skin or ruining the topcoat. That means significantly less shedding, and your giftee will be shocked by the amount of fur this thing pulls.
ZippyPaws Spencer The Crinkle Monkey
This cute, crinkle monkey is ideal for any pup who loves chewing on plush toys. The head has an appeasing squeaker and makes a satisfying crunching sound with every chew. While the legs may not survive too much tugging, the body and head are quite durable for long-term play.
ZippyPaws Skinny Peltz
These fluffless toys are ideal for dogs who tragically tear out every last bit of stuffing from their plushies. They're equally fun to chew, tug, and squeak, but you won't be left with a massive mess in the end.
Benebone Holiday 4-Pack Durable Dog Chew Toys
Why give one chew toy when you could give four? This four-pack of the popular Benebones features three different flavored chews, including bacon, maple wood, and jack salmon. They're durable enough to stand up to aggressive chewers and your dog will love having so many options to choose from.
Pearhead Pet Pawprint Hanging DIY Keepsake Ornament
The most thoughtful ornament is a handmade one, and your giftee can memorialize their pet's paw with this clay kit. All they need to do is need the clay, shape it, press their pup's paw in it, and tie it up with a nice bow. They'll think of you every time they go to hang it.
SmartPetLove Snuggle Puppy Heartbeat Stuffed Toy
Any anxious pup will adore this soothing plush toy. It features a warming "heartbeat" pack that dogs love to snuggle up to while they sleep. The Snuggle Puppy can be especially helpful with crate training, too, and any newfound dog owner would appreciate having this.
Natural Dog Company Paw Soother Trial Stick
During the winter, dogs' paws often end up dry, cracked, and irritated—and it can be pretty painful. But this paw protector both hydrates and protects feet from the elements. This trial stick is the size of a tube of lip balm, making it easy to bring with you and soothe poor paws when you're on the go.
Dash Dog Treat Maker
Has your giftee been experimenting with making their own dog treats? Then this adorable dog treat mold from Dash is calling their name. The included recipe guide makes it easy to make healthy, bone-shaped biscuits that are tail-wagging good.
Hunger for Words Talking Pet Starter Set
Your pet-loving giftee has likely seen Stella and Bunny "talk" using a variety of buttons with action words. With this starter kit developed by speech therapist Christina Hunger, the creator of the talking dog movement, they can teach their dog to "talk" too. If anything it will be a good bonding experiment with their pup.
Bocce's Bakery The Scoop Shop Menu
Dog's deserve a sweet treat during the holiday season too, and these ice cream-inspired dog biscuits will hit the spot. Made with all-natural ingredients, you can feel good about giving your dog peanut butter banana chip, berry cheesecake, or mint cookie crunch.
Kong Classic Dog Toy
You can never go wrong with a classic Kong toy. This durable rubber plaything bounces unpredictably and is close to indestructible for endless fun. As a special treat, you can fill it with peanut butter and freeze it for a true challenge.
Dog Feeding Reminder
Being a dog owner is sometimes stressful. Not only do you need to make sure they're let out and have enough playtime, but you also need to feed them multiple times a day, which can be harder to remember than we'd like to admit. This convenient reminder checks off the chore and helps prevent overfeeding in a multi-person household.
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