11 Christmas Dog Gift Baskets + How to DIY Your Own | 2019 Guide

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November 5, 2019

If you’re struggling on what to buy your dog of your dog loving friend, we’ve got a few ideas!

Getting a dog gift basket gives the dog just a little bit of everything, so you don’t have to settle and search out one item. If you’re an owner who goes all out for their dog for holidays or your dog’s birthday, a basket could cut down on your hunting and expenses too! You can stop searching for the exact perfect gift. We’ve found 7 dog Christmas gift sets! The best part? They all include variety, so we guarantee your dog won’t be disappointed!

Things to Consider When Buying a Dog Gift Basket:

Is the basket for small or large dogs? Are you selecting the right option?
Will your dog/your friend’s dog like what’s in the basket?
Do they have any allergies or food sensitivities to the treats it comes with?
What kind of toys does the dog like?
What does your dog/your friend’s dog need?

Here are a few great birthday and dog christmas gift baskets with a DIY option at the end.

Christmas Dog Gift Baskets on Amazon

If you’d rather buy a gift basket than make your own, here’s the best options on Amazon.

#1 Dog Treat Christmas Baskets

Includes:

1 Dog bowl
5 Assorted dog treats
2 Tennis balls
2 Dog chew toys

Pawsative Ruffview: “This is the second time I have purchased this product. It is quick and simple as a gift for the doggy in your life or anyone’s for that matter. It comes wrapped in plastic which is nice. It doesn’t get everywhere. IF you are sending straight as a gift just know they will just have a plastic bin with goodies, it would be set up and pretty like the photo. I prefer to have it shipped to me so that I can remove the plastic and sit all the décor up for a better presentation. I do plan to keep purchasing this product in the future.”

Get the Dog Treat Basket for $39.11

#2 Gift Basket for Small and Medium Breeds

Includes:

Get the Toy Basket for $32.97

#3 Small and Large Breed Gift Basket

Includes:

Pawsative Ruffview: “I bought this as a gift and she was very pleased with the variety for her new dog.”

Get the Toy + Treat Gift Basket for $39.92

#4 Deluxe Dog Gift Basket

Includes:

Newman’s beef jerky
Healthy Balance chicken snack bites
Large plush duck squeaky pig toy
Rope toy
2 Tennis balls
Zuke’s lil links healthy sausage links
Rachel Ray Super Premium savory lamb stew
Sturdy basket

Pawsative Ruffview: “Dog loved the treats.”

Get the Premium Gift Basket for $69.95

#5 Wolfe & Sparky Gift Box Deluxe Fleece

Includes:

Dog blanket
2 Wolfe & Sparky grooming products (breathe defense and moisturizing spray)
Healthy peanut butter biscuits
2 Interactive dog toys
High-quality brush

Pawsative Ruffview: “This was a perfect care package for my grand pup that broke his leg. He really liked the blankie!”

Get the Grooming Gift Basket for $42.95

#6 Dog Gift Basket Toy Treat Set

Includes:

4-Dog Crew Toys (ex. piggy)
3-Assorted dog treats (ex. sausages)
Upscale presentation in red and white basket

Pawsative Ruffview: “Great product for the money. Scooter enjoyed his toys and the treats.”

Get the Set for $32.99

#7 Just Chill’in Doggo Gift Set

Includes:

Pawsative Ruffview: “My Daughter stated this was AWESOME! She also said that my grand dog Nova loved all the toys. Have not seen the actual products at his point, but it seemed to be worth the price.”

Get the Pup Basket for $47.57

#8 Canine Gift Box

Includes:

Compressed rawhide sticks and bones
Jumbo bully sticks
Grain-free dog biscuits
Peanut butter cookies
All-natural treats, 100% digestible and free from artificial ingredients

Pawsative Ruffview: “My pup Parker got this as a get-well gift and he LOVED everything in it. It’s great quality and presented nicely. Highly recommend!”

Get the All-Natural Canine Gift Basket for $49.99

#9 Bulltug Toy Gift Set with Foldable Storage Box

Includes:

4 cotton chew ropes made from natural cotton
Squeaky raccoon plush toy
Hi-bounce ball
Foldable storage box with chalkboard space to write your dog’s name or “Toys”

Pawsative Ruffview: “Wow! This product really works! Here’s my story: we rescued Lucy (the latest addition to our family) but could not get her to play for a long time. When we came across Bulltug, we were excited to get a variety of toys so we could find out what my puppy loves. Turns out, Lucy LOVES rope toys and also LOVES the raccoon in the box. She doesn’t seem to care for squeaky toys much at all, except for this one haha. Plus, the box is super convenient. This was a worthwhile purchase and I highly recommend it to anyone looking to get their furry family member a set of AMAZING toys.”

Get the Toy Gift set for $24.99

#10 Perfect Pooch Treat Gift Pack

Includes:

4 assorted packages of dog treats (ex. vanilla wafter cookies, carob and vanilla sandwich cremes, peanut butter bites, cheese flavor dog treats, etc.)
Certified Kosher ingredients and no artificial colors or preservatives
Comes packaged in adorable holiday-themed box

Pawsative Ruffview: “Not that I ate them. This was a gift for a friend’s dog who had eyelid surgery. Soon as the package was opened he was in it like he knew it was just for him.”

Get the Assorted Treat Pack for $22.26

#11 BarkBox Supersized 90s ThrowBack Dog Toy Bundle

Includes:

2 durable chew toys
2 treats
2 chews
One free bonus wearable dog reindeer antlers
All natural treats
All natural rubber
If your dog destroys the toys, they’ll send you a new one for free

Pawsative Ruffview: “Hi, I’m the dog in the above pic and I frickin’ love this box!!!! Huge fan of The Grinch (love his change of heart) and also the treats in this box are A+++++. Highly recommend for all my dog friends, I could not keep my face out of the package when it came…love it so much!”

Get the High-Quality Toy Bundle for $45

DIY Dog Gift Basket

If your dog is picky, you can always make him or her a dog Christmas gift set. This way you can put in the perfect, unique treats and exactly the type of toys your dog loves

What you need

Supplies

Basket or Storage Container Basket
Filler, such as tissue paper or paper shreds
Cellophane Bags or Cellophane Wrap
Ribbon

Toys:

Treats:

Suggestions- For ideas read our guides:

Unique Dog Christmas Gifts: 20+ Pawesome Ideas

Instructions:

Place the basket in the middle of the cellophane roll. Make sure there is enough room on each side to fold upwards.
Put the tissue paper or paper shreds into the bottom of the basket.
Arrange dog toys and treats in the basket in an aesthetically pleasing way.
Fold cellophane upwards and tie at the top with ribbon.

Option: Buying cellophane bags will make this project easier.

DIY Dog Gift Basket Video Instruction

VIDEO: Dog Tries Booties for First Time and Relearns Walking

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November 4, 2019

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These owners got their golden retriever booties to better handle the snow.

Unfurtunately, this dog hates it.

His legs flail and he even walks on his 2 front legs.

We hope the poor pup relearned walking since!

10 Fun Ways to Involve Your Dog in Holiday Festivities

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November 1, 2019

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The holidays are a time for family and friends—including your furry friends!

With holiday gathering and activities littering the season, it can be difficult to involve your pet. But there are several ways you can let your dog enjoy the holidays, too!

In this post, we’re counting down 10 ways your pup can celebrate.

#1 Gifts

If your family opens gifts on Christmas morning or anytime else, consider giving some to your dogs, too. If you’ve never given presents to your dog, you’ll realize they act a lot like kids on Christmas morning—they’re super excited, especially if they can smell the gift. You can wrap the gifts in tissue paper so that it’s easy for your dog to rip open. If he doesn’t get the point, you can tear a bit for him and encourage him to open the rest. If he smells a treat, he will probably do it himself. Of course, if your dog is the kind who eats small pieces of paper, you shouldn’t wrap the gifts for safety reasons. Don’t know what to get your dog? Check out our Unique Doggy Gift Guide.

#2 Turkey Dinner

What kind of dinner does your family eat during the holidays? Whatever it is, make a special plate for your pup. If the food is dog-friendly, consider giving your dog a small portion so we can eat alongside you. Another option is to give your dog a special dog food. For example, while you’re enjoying turkey dinner, you could give your dog a Caesar’s wet dog food in turkey flavor.

#3 Bring Her Along

If you’re going to someone’s house for a holiday party, consider bringing your dog along if your friend or family member likes dogs. Obviously, you should ask the person if it’s okay first. If you have a pet stroller, you can bring it so that your dog can have a snooze or a time out when needed.

#4 Paw Print Ornaments

If you decorate for the holidays, make a paw print ornament. You could DIY your own ornaments with salt dough, imprint your dog’s paw and let it dry. An easier way is to purchase a pawprint kit.

#5 Holiday Dog Baking

During the holiday season, everyone’s baking cookies and pies… so why not make something special so your pup can enjoy a tasty snack too? Instead of making the treats you usually do, make them holiday-themed. Flavors like mint, apple and cranberry can be healthy and fitting. To really make them themed, cut the treats using cookie cutters: Christmas tree, gingerbread and angel cutters are great options.

#6 Snuggles and Christmas Movies

Love watching Christmas movies? Watch them with your dog! Get a cozy blanket, some human and dog snacks and prepare for a snuggly night in.

#7 Fetch in the Snow

Some dogs like snow and some dogs hate it. If you have a dog that loves snow, play a nice game of fetch right after a snowfall. Hopping over large mounds of snow provides an extra challenge that your dog will love. (He will also look so cute hopping in the white fluff)

#8 Christmas Light Walk

If you love taking walks to see beautiful Christmas light displays, take your dog, too! Find the area in town that has houses who really decorate over-the-top. Hop in your car to drive to the area and walk your dog through the festive sights.

#9 Christmas Photos

Everyone sends out pics of them and their family, so why not send out some of you and your dog? Stop into your local photo centre and get some cute holiday photos taken. Make sure he wears his cutest holiday sweater! Here are some adorable ideas.

#10 Santa Photos

Your dog has a wish list too and Santa just has to know about it! Check with your local malls to see if your dog is allowed to take photos with the Santa there. If not, search for dog-friendly Santa photos in your city.

VIDEO: Dogs Reunited with Owners | Try Not to Cry

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October 25, 2019

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When you go away, you probably miss your dog. A LOT.

But dogs miss us even more.

In the cute video below, owners return home after a long time and their pup pals go absolutely crazy.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_7cQHKqQ7eI

VIDEO: Pissed Off Dog Completely Ignores Owner After Dentist

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October 23, 2019

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This dog is pretty pissed off.

After getting his teeth cleaned at the vet, he can’t trust his owner anymore.

As he sits across from her in the car, he ignores her while she talks. He simply stares out the video as if she doesn’t exist.

Check out the funny dog video below to see this dog’s reaction.

VIDEO: Dog, Otter and Kitten Befriend Each Other for Ultimate Playtime

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October 21, 2019

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We may be different animals, but we can all get along!

In the cute dog video below, a dog, cat and otter all play together in perfect harmony.

The otter seems to like cat best, slithering on top of her. The dog isn’t quite sure where the otter came from, and needs to sniff her out a bit first.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HY8Sktt9qzQ