So: Someone in your life is a dog lover. This is a perfect avenue for gift giving\u2014if you’re thoughtful with your choices. It’s not always easy to find an item that your friend or family member doesn’t already have or isn’t weirdly picky about. With our help, however, you can nail the perfect present. <\/p>\n
The one universal truth of puppydom is teeth: They clamp onto absolutely anything they can, including fingers. The Good Cuz\/Bad Cuz line of rubber dog toys are perfect. Hold them between your fingers, making a fist, and your fingers are hidden, and your puppy has something to chew. A better puppy stocking stuffer there never was. They come in various sizes, so choose based on the size of the puppy.\u00a0<\/p>\n
Good Cuz<\/u><\/a>: $7.99 and up<\/p>\n<\/li>\n Bad Cuz:<\/u><\/a> $6.64<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n Helping a newly adopted dog feel safe, secure and loved is one of the major challenges for people who take a rescue into their homes. One of the most endearing things I saw this year, just before I adopted, was a TikToker<\/u><\/a> who gives their adopted pit bull spa days, literally showering their dog with attention and care. The time together has brought my rescue dog and myself closer, so a spa set with an explanation is a really thoughtful gift. Even if their dog doesn\u2019t like showers, simply rubbing some coconut oil into their skin once in a while is soothing and beneficial.\u00a0<\/p>\n Burt\u2019s Bees Shampoo for Dogs<\/u><\/a>: $7.48<\/p>\n<\/li>\n Coconut oil<\/u><\/a> for fur and skin: $8.99<\/p>\n<\/li>\n Pet MD Dog Paw Balm – 3-in-1 Paw, Nose\/Snout, & Elbow Moisturizer:<\/u><\/a> $15.49<\/p>\n<\/li>\n Dog Bathrobe Towel<\/u><\/a>: $35.99 and up<\/p>\n<\/li>\n Pet Grooming Gloves<\/u><\/a>: $13.99<\/p>\n<\/li>\n Hypo-Allergenic Dog Eye Wipes:<\/u><\/a> $9.89<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n Instead of getting someone a new dog (which you should never do<\/a>), give them a dog experience<\/em>. For instance, you can have them visit Vermont’s Golden Dog Farm<\/u><\/a> and loll around with \u201cat least 10 Butternut Goldens.” Or consider a pilgrimage to Dog Mountain<\/u><\/a>, also in Vermont, the retreat that wood carver and folk artist Stephen Huneck built as a tribute to canines. If a trip to Vermont isn’t in the offing, there’s this lovely custom pet memorial stone<\/a>, which they can place in their garden. <\/p>\n Golden retriever experience<\/a>: $75<\/p>\n<\/li>\n Dog Mountain<\/a>: free <\/p>\n<\/li>\n Custom pet memorial stone<\/a>: from $25.42<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n Some photographers specialize in sessions with older doggos. Gifting a photo session of your loved ones with their loved one is something they\u2019ll likely treasure forever, but lets them set it up on their timetable and with their own parameters.\u00a0 Google \u201csenior dog photography\u201d and your city to find the right service provider.\u00a0Or have a custom portrait created based on your favorite photo. (This would also be a thoughtful gift to anyone who’s lost their beloved pet.) <\/p>\n West & Willow<\/a> pet portraits: from $68<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n Dogs aren’t the only ones who struggle as their humans go back to the office; their humans are stressed about it, too. Pair some activity toys with a pet camera to keep everyone\u2019s anxiety at bay. We recommended the Eufy N140<\/u><\/a> last month with its 360-degree swivel, great resolution and ability to pitch treats to your doggo. WickedBone is an interactive smart toy designed to keep your dog stimulated while you control the fun from an app on your phone.\u00a0<\/p>\n Eufy n140<\/u><\/a> pet camera: $209.99<\/p>\n<\/li>\n WickedBone <\/u><\/a>interactive toy: $43.99<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n No dog ever has enough Kongs<\/u><\/a> or Chuckits<\/u><\/a>, so more are always welcome. Consider boxing up 20 or more tennis balls<\/u><\/a> for a floofy friend. The look of unadulterated joy they\u2019ll have when they unbox and are overwhelmed with balls is worth it. For the ultimate holiday gift, get your friend a pair of PJs with their dog\u2019s face on them<\/u><\/a>\u2014and then get their dog matching PJs<\/u><\/a> with your friend\u2019s face on them.\u00a0<\/p>\n Kongs:<\/u><\/a> price varies<\/p>\n<\/li>\n Chuckits (pack of two)<\/u><\/a>: $5.30<\/p>\n<\/li>\n Pet mini tennis balls<\/u><\/a> (50): $29.99<\/p>\n<\/li>\n Custom-printed PJs:<\/u><\/a> $46.95<\/p>\n<\/li>\n Custom-printed dog PJs<\/u><\/a>: $25.95<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n All listed prices are subject to change. <\/em><\/p>\n
So: Someone in your life is a dog lover. This is a perfect avenue for gift giving\u2014if you’re thoughtful with your choices. It’s not always easy to find an item that your friend or family member doesn’t already have or … Continue reading Gifts for parents of a newly rescued dog<\/h2>\n
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\nSource: LifeHacker – The Best Gifts Any Dog Owner Will Love<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"