If there’s one thing that (almost) every pet parent has in common, it’s that they’d rather spoil their cats or dogs over spoiling themselves. Let’s face it: most of us dog moms and cat dads are spending the majority of our paychecks on our fur babies, whether it’s on new chew toys, the latest GPS collar or simply a human-sized dog bed. That’s why we made the ultimate pet parent gift guide, so you can spoil your bestie’s pet (seriously, it’s what they’d want).
This extensive gift guide has everything the loving pet parent in your life could ever want for their fur baby. We’ve come up with a wide range of ideas for pet tech, personalized décor, essentials and extravagant items alike. That way, you know the devoted cat mom or dog dad in your life will be happy.
Gifts for Dog Moms and Cat Dads
Practical pet tech
- Super Spy: For the pet parent who is constantly fawning over their cats or dogs when they aren’t home, get a Furbo. It’s a handy indoor surveillance camera that keeps watch over your pets and can be viewed from a smartphone app. It’ll pick up on—and notify—users when their dogs are barking, and even allows those who have access to speak to their pets, toss them treats and more.
- Fence It In: Halo Collar, a the GPS device that helps pet parents track their cat or dog’s location and allows users to create invisible “fences” co-created by Cesar Millan, is a gift that’ll make sure your pet stays in one designated area. It comes in multiple colors, it’s waterproof (great for rainy days!) and one size fits all.
- Track ‘Em: Whether you’re gifting an active pet parent who enjoys hiking or camping, or simply want to give home bodies a little reassurance, Apple AirTags are a potentially life-saving addition to any pet collar. They’re constantly tracking the cat or dog’s GPS location, so those who have access can see where they are at any time. And with four in a pack, they can be used on more than one pet—just make sure they have a proper AirTag holder that can be fixed to their collar.
- No Sh*t: Cleaning the litter box is one of the most unenjoyable and laborious tasks for cat parents. That’s why self-cleaning litter boxes like Litter Robot make for fantastic gifts. They can sense when your cat goes in and freshens up after to make sure the droppings are pushed into a closed-off compartment. You only have to empty it every few weeks.
- Fragrant AF: Both cat and dog parents alike are constantly worried about the scent of their home. Although they’re used to it, they worry others might not be. That said, Pura Fragrance Devices keep your house smelling like the fragrance of your choice (which are made with safe and clean ingredients). You can put it on a timer to release said fragrance, or you can control it from an app. The choice is yours.
Personalized décor
- Say Cheese: There’s nothing quite like having a gorgeous family photo hanging in your living room—especially when it features the entire family (aka fur babies included). Take a high-quality photo of the family and get it printed on a canvas through P&L Art, Amazon’s Choice for ordering a personalized canvas.
- Paint it Like Picasso: Your giftee doesn’t have to be an artist to make a gorgeous painting of their fur family, but if they’re at all interested in being crafty, you can get them a custom paint-by-number. A family painting is truly invaluable, and it will be all the more fun to allow them to “paint” it on their own.
- Morning Cuppa: Change the way your giftee drinks their morning cup of coffee, with a personalized mug! Nothing will make them happier than waking up to not only a hot cuppa—but also a photo of their fur baby’s face, or a reminder that they’re “Number 1 Dog Mom.”
- Embroidery: There are so many different ways to potentially capture the beauty of your pet, and embroidery is one of many. You can get their name on a pillow or even their face on a hat. The choice is yours, but either way, it’s bound to make your giftee oh-so-happy to see their pet’s name or face in thread.
- Digital Picture Frame: Maybe your giftee is constantly running out of storage on their phone due to the ridiculous amount of pet pictures they take daily (I can relate). If that’s the case, get them an Aura digital picture frame they can upload photos to and have others contribute fabulous pics of the family pet in their natural habitat.
Much-needed essentials
- Good Boy: Even if your pet isn’t in training, you likely go through treats like toilet paper (just me?). Portland Pet Company’s organic treats are super healthy and contain all-natural ingredients for dogs and they have organic treat options for cats, too.
- My Name Is: Cats and dogs alike must have sturdy collars, but they can wear down. The waaag collar makes a great replacement and comes in so many cute colors, with a funky design and in various sizes for both cats and dogs.
- Walk It Out: A high-quality reflective leash for road walks can always come in handy. If your giftee doesn’t have a dog, consider getting a see-through cat backpack. That way, they can take them to the park without having to worry about them running off.
- Play Time: Toys are an essential part of pet parenting. And regardless of the dog’s desired type of play, there are packs of assorted dog toys for every pup. You can also find packs of assorted cat toys if your friend’s feline is particularly playful.
- Good Night: Chances are, your giftee’s dog is in dire need of a replacement dog bed. If that’s the case, Majestic Pet’s beds are super soft. They feature actual memory foam to promise extra comfort all through the night and are washable, in case they start to smell after a while.
Extravagant comfort staples
- Sleepover Party: This human-sized pet bed will fit a dog, their human and maybe even another dog, depending on the size. Toss a few throw blankets into the mix, maybe a movie and it’s a sleepover party. You can also choose from a variety of colors, so it matches the color scheme of their living room.
- Pet Cave: There’s truly nothing cuter than a “pet teepee” for cats and dogs. It makes for cute décor (because really, it’s anything but an eyesore!) and also serves as a quiet space for your giftee’s cat or dog.
- Playground: Every cat loves climbing, so why not gift your friend with a massive cat tower? This one even comes with scratching posts, hammocks and more, to keep their kitties entertained for hours.
- Gift Basket: Who said gift baskets are just for humans? Consider gift boxes for cats with cat toys, or boxes from Nylabone with dog bones for hardcore chewers. You can also order them a subscription for something like Lambchop toys on Amazon.
- Spa (Dog) Days: Leopong’s dog paw care kit has everything you need to ensure your pup’s paws are soft and clean. Because let’s face it: they deserve a pedicure!
