| Dogs are called "man's best friend" for a reason. | | | | gifts. Just pop them in a gift bag with some tissue |
| They are our loyal companions and they love us | | | | paper and your all set! |
| unconditionally. They will forgive us anything and yet | | | | 4. Designer Dog Bed: Forget the cheap dog beds that |
| they ask for so little in return. As a reward for their | | | | only last a few months. As a gift, your pooch |
| devotion, most people only think to give their pooch | | | | deserves the best in comfort and design. Think |
| tasty treats. But like people, dogs love to receive | | | | beautiful fabrics and ultimate comfort as well as |
| gifts too! Think about how your dog reacts during | | | | durability. Again, designer dog boutiques are the way |
| Christmas morning. My pooch loves to romp through | | | | to go if you decide on a bed as a gift for your dog |
| the torn gift wrapping and is so excited he can hardly | | | | or doggy friends. |
| contain himself! So if your pooch has a birthday | | | | 5. Dog Toys: Many boutiques sell dog toys that are |
| coming up or you're thinking of doing your Christmas | | | | packaged already as gift sets. If there is a special |
| shopping early, the gift ideas below will help you | | | | toy that your pooch absolutely loves, get more than |
| decide on the perfect gift for your dog or the dog | | | | one. You can also buy a few toys and put them |
| lover in your life. | | | | together in a gift bag. Better yet, wrap each one |
| 1. All Natural Gourmet Dog Treats: Not only do | | | | individually so your pooch has more gifts to open! |
| specialty treats make a great gift, but they are also | | | | 6. Monogrammed Dog Clothes: You can buy dog tee |
| delicious and healthy. Many online designer dog | | | | shirts that are personalized with your dog's name or |
| boutiques sell gourmet dog treats that are already | | | | initials. Or, buy a dog tee shirt that has a funny |
| packaged beautifully in gift boxes or gift bags. Or, | | | | saying that reflects your pooch's personality. You'll |
| buy the gourmet treats separately and package | | | | find both of these at designer dog boutiques. |
| them yourself. Don't buy these too early as some | | | | 7. Dog Gift Basket: This is the ultimate dog gift! |
| may spoil. | | | | Choose a beautiful basket and fill it with any or all of |
| 2. Dog Shampoo Gift Sets: We all want our pooch | | | | the above dog products. Wrap it with paper and tie |
| looking and smelling their best. You'll be able to find | | | | with a pretty ribbon. For Christmas, fill a stocking with |
| shampoo gift sets that are already packaged as gifts. | | | | all of your dog's favorite things and hang it with your |
| Or you can put together your own grooming gift | | | | kids' stockings. |
| basket. You can include things like organic dog | | | | No matter what you decide on for a dog gift, make |
| shampoo and conditioner, dog brush, dog cologne or | | | | sure that you make it look like a gift. If it doesn't |
| spritz. The dog lover in your life will really appreciate | | | | come pre-packaged in a gift box or bag, make sure |
| this gift! | | | | to invest in some wrapping paper or a gift bag or |
| 3. Designer Dog Collar and Leash: Shop online at a | | | | basket. We wouldn't give a friend a gift that isn't |
| designer dog boutique for designer dog collars and | | | | wrapped or boxed; we shouldn't do any different for |
| leashes. Find a collar that is unique and special. For | | | | our beloved dog or doggy friends. You can spend as |
| Christmas, think about buying a dog collar and leash | | | | much or as little as you like on your dog gift. The |
| that is specific for the holiday. There are some | | | | important thing is to put some thought into the gift |
| beautiful Christmas collars out there that make great | | | | and to make it special or unique...just like your pooch! |