The gift of more time spent with your dog is always the best Christmas gift of all. However, while you’re busy blocking out time on your jam-packed holiday schedule, your dog is happy to accept the gift of ... more gifts. Here’s what Spot’s hoping you’ll keep in mind while you shop on his behalf.
1. SNACKS! If your dog enjoys a soft, meaty morsel on her pillow at bedtime - or as a pre-breakfast amuse-bouche, or the equivalent of an after-dinner mint - include her in the seasonal epicurean fun by treating her to something extra-special, like Polka Dog Full Feast Dog Treats or the Healthy Harvest Dog Treat Tub.
2. TOYS! If Spot is a power chewer, his toys are bound to look (and perform) the worse for wear after a few months. Get him a nice, bouncy, Flavored Rubber Bone Dog Chew Toy that’s as easy on your eyes and nose as it is challenging to your canine’s canines.
3. MORE TOYS! Because there’s no such thing as too many puppy playthings, get a dog toy that multi-tasks; how about one that does triple duty as a fetch-tug-chew toy? That easily describes the Nylon Tri-Pulls Dog Toy, which dogs find irresistible.
4. EXERCISE! Make the most of the outdoor time Spot lives for by making sure every ball you toss for him to fetch travels far, prompting him to sprint longer distances. The Collapsible Ball Launcher Dog Toy enables those of us doomed with gimpy throwing arms to play pitcher-perfect games of fetch.
5. MOISTURIZER! In cold climates, winter weather is hard on canine skin, which becomes dry and flaky just like human skin; dry skin also sheds more hair, like needles dropping off a Christmas tree. To help moisturize winter skin, give Spot a spray of the Furminator Waterless Dog Shampoo and Conditioner; this will cut down on itching and scratching to keep your dog comfy no matter how dry the atmosphere.
6. DETANGLER! Imagine if you couldn’t comb your hair for a few days - you’d feel pretty uncomfortable. That’s how it feels to be a long-haired dog with mats in your coat. If you haven’t got time for a daily dog comb-out, give your dog the gift of tangle-free living with a Furminator Dog Brush that makes it easy to tame those unruly canine coats. (And promise her you’ll use it once weekly.)
7. CLOTHING! If your dog was born with a woolly coat, you can skip this and revisit item #3. But if your dog has a short coat and an almost hairless belly, he’ll thank you for his Ho Ho Fleece Dog Hoodie Sweatshirt to protect against the chill, especially if he’s a puppy or senior.
8. ACCESSORIES! Dogs love to accompany us wherever we go, but a worn-out collar and frayed leash are simply too frumpy for festive holiday gatherings. Make sure your dog date is dapper with a Fashion Forward Candy Cane Dog Collar and Candy Cane Leash to match, and you’ll never again have to attend a Christmas party stag.
9. BEDDING! Dogs sleep between 12 and 16 hours each day, so if you’ve waited to upgrade your dog’s sleeping arrangement, there’s no time like the present to give Spot the present of his dreams: a Microsuede Cozy Cave Dog Bed nest to rest his weary head.
10. A LIVE-IN BUDDY! If your dog is looking lonely, consider arranging a permanent play-date for him by visiting your local animal shelter together toadopt a companion for your companion. This could wind up being the ultimate gift to yourself: The two of them will keep each other entertained while you’re out - a great way to cut down on destructive doggy behavior fueled by boredom.
