Revealed: The best buys when choosing pet gifts this season
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They're members of our family so we want to include them when creating a festive atmosphere in our living space and, of course, in seasonal gift-giving. Beanie hats, hoodies, DNA tests, and all clothes bar severe weather protection? These are presents to excite the owner, not the dog.
Every dog has its sleeping style, and if you have a dog that loves to go under the blankies (for example yours), a clam-bed is a comforting sanctuary.
Soft beds of this kind are excellent for older and arthritic dogs or dogs with noise phobias.
![The Rolls-Royce of snuggle beds, Bliss Bolsters and Leaves, priced from €133, charliechau.com. The Rolls-Royce of snuggle beds, Bliss Bolsters and Leaves, priced from €133, charliechau.com.](https://www.irishexaminer.com/cms_media/module_img/7697/3848608_12_articleinline_2._2bFurry_2bChristmas._2bNov_2b18._2bCharlie_2bChau._2bA_2bVERY_2bFURRY_2bXMAS._1_.jpg)
![The Sausage Pit is a chic travel bed specially designed for dachshunds! Ensure your pet is well strapped in in the event of an accident; €229 to order, thesausagepit.co.uk. The Sausage Pit is a chic travel bed specially designed for dachshunds! Ensure your pet is well strapped in in the event of an accident; €229 to order, thesausagepit.co.uk.](https://www.irishexaminer.com/cms_media/module_img/7701/3850729_7_articleinline_5._2bFurry_2bChristmas._2bDIY._2b18_2bNov_2bThe_2bSausage_2bPit_1_.jpg)
Snuffle mats are foraging toys and you can hide bits of kibble in the mat to allow the dog to find treats.
![Is that outfit really a gift for your dog or is it to entertain you? File picture Is that outfit really a gift for your dog or is it to entertain you? File picture](https://www.irishexaminer.com/cms_media/module_img/7701/3850732_7_articleinline_iStock-1284796870.jpeg)
“Next up are laser pointers/ feather teasers — a great way to entertain your pet, provide mental stimulation, encourage movement, and increase activity in indoor cats. It’s a great way to get your cat’s steps in when trying to shed a few pounds — as we know house cats can often lead sedentary lifestyles.