It’s time for another edition of 23 PAWS, hosted by Cinnamon at Eat, Pray, Tri.
Since I like write a round-up post on Fridays, I decided I’d do a gift idea round-up.
These are some ideas of practical must-haves for dogs. I don’t treat Kostas with gifts but keep it pretty simple with at least making sure he has a bone and a full treat jar.
If you have a shedder, make the investment in a FURminator. This tool basically cuts/scrapes the dogs top and under coats off and leaves piles of fur.
Kostas is very good about being “FUR-minated” – he sits and lets me scrape his back and pools of fur and fluff just fall off.
Safety is a concern when walking a dog in the evening. Safety for the owner and the dog. An Orvis reflective collar is a helpful accessory. This is on my to-buy list because Kostas’ reflective banana is starting to wear out.
It’s important to keep a dog’s teeth clean and a good way to do this (if you don’t want to risk losing a finger by brushing their teeth), is to let them chew on a Nylabone. Kostas is a big fan of the big bones that keep him entertained.
And finally, what dog doesn’t love a treat? I started buying Milk-Bone Healthy Favorites Granola Biscuits with Real Beef and Kostas loves them. They are made with real ingredients and do not have corn/soy fillers.
Pet owners – do you buy your pet(s) a holiday/birthday gift?
*Note: I have received no compensation from companies/products listed in this post. I’ve purchased these items with my own $ and opinions are my own.
Thanks for the ideas! Now that Thanksgiving is over, I need to start my Christmas shopping, which includes a present for Zelda. 🙂
I think it’s funny you mentioned the FURminator. Oscar hates being Furminated as evidenced by the video on my 23 PAWS post. It really does a good job, though.
Aww I don’t have any pets, but i love buying my brother’s dog christmas presents!
The reflective collar is a great idea!
What great ideas! I’m living that reflective collar! And the furminator is so awesome but none of my guys shed so I don’t need it! But its such a fun time I kinda want to buy one anyway! LOL.
I do not have a dog but we have 2 awesome cats and YES they get Xmas presents and bday too!! 🙂 Kosta?? Cute name!
We furminate our cats daily, I’d think they’d need all that extra warmth but I guess indoor cats are at an advantage. 🙂 Not sure what to get them for Christmas yet…but I think something edible will be appreciated! 😀
I buy Minnie presents all the time, can’t help it! 🙂