The Meowing Vet's 2017 Holiday Gift Guide for Pets and Pet Lovers

It’s the most wonderful time of the year! In a departure from our weekly pet health articles, The Meowing Vet is here to ensure that each member of your squad (whether “hooman” or “furbaby”) receives a unique gift sure to wow this holiday season! The Meowing Vet’s 2017 Holiday Gift Guide for Pets and Pet Lovers is your one-stop shop to easily cross off everyone from your shopping list! Every friend, family member, dog, and cat will love their presents this year!

See our fabulous gift selection below! Be sure to share with your friends, and follow The Meowing Vet on Facebook and Instagram!

Click here for our 2016 Holiday Gift Guide. Need more shopping ideas? Visit our Pet Shopping Page.

For the new puppy mommy or daddy

Monthly Subscription Boxes for Puppies – PupBox

“PupBox is with you every step of the way! Our mission is to help new puppy parents navigate the many joys and challenges of puppyhood. Each month you and your furbaby will receive a box filled with 5-7 products that range from toys and treats to grooming tools and accessories. A training guide is also included to let you know what’s going on with your puppy, and what you should be doing to keep up. Everything is customized, and will grow with your pup, changing based on your baby’s changing needs.” – PupBox

For the spoiled kitty

Cat Ear Headphones, Cat Stamp Insulated Bottle, Pineapple Catnip Toy, and Monthly Subscription Boxes for Cats – Cat Lady Box

For the Brit 🇬🇧

Monthly Pet Health Subscription Box – VetBox

Improve your pet’s health the easy way with U.K.-based monthly pet health subscription boxes from VetBox! 🇬🇧

For the nerdy dog

Hatchin’ Harry dino dog toy – BarkShop

For the health-conscious cat lady or gent

Doc & Phoebe’s Indoor Hunting Feeder for Cats (formerly The NoBowl Feeding System™) – Doc & Phoebe’s Cat Co.

Why Doc & Phoebe’s Indoor Hunting Feeder?

Mentally stimulates your cat by humanely providing for your cat’s natural hunting instinct
Encourages your cat to exercise to promote healthy weight management
Slows down your cat from eating too quickly, thereby reducing the likelihood of throwing up its food (a.k.a. “scarf and barf”)
Minimizes litterbox issues (such as Feline Lower Urinary Tract Disease, or FLUTD) by reducing stress
Decreases the chances of your cat waking you up in the middle of the night
Reduces feline aggression in multi-cat households

Click here to learn more about Doc & Phoebe’s Indoor Hunting Feeder, created by Dr. Elizabeth Bales.

For the “Rosé All Day” type

Cat Wine – The Pinot Meow – Amazon

Don’t worry, ailurophiles (that’s “cat lover” in fancy-speak). There’s no alcohol in this product (which is toxic to cats and dogs). Instead, cat wine is a catnip-infused treat with natural beet root coloring that’s sure to make your kitties purr.

For those who never got over Fred Weasley’s premature demise

Harry Potter cat mugs (heat-reactive and self-stirring mugs) by UrbanBrew – Amazon

Keep your outdoor kitties safely confined inside the fence they can’t climb! Australian-based company Oscillot® ships internationally!

For the city dweller

Cat Solarium Conservatory Package – Cat Solarium

For the letter-writer

Woodlawn Animals Holiday Card Pack – Canopy Street – Amazon

For the reader

Silhouette Bookends (Cat Scratch, Giraffe Family, or Elephant Family) – Uncommon Goods

For the teacher

The Canine Adventures of Molly and Maggie: Crossing the Street children’s book – Amazon
by James Westerhaus

It’s no coincidence that this children’s book is on our holiday gift guide two years in a row. Learn more in The Meowing Vet’s book review.

For your naughty friend (not for kids!)

“If Animals Could Talk” NSFW book for adults – Amazon
by Carla Butwin and Josh Cassidy

For your friend who likes to personalize everything (and we mean EVERYTHING!)

Personalized Pet Storybook – PetLandia

Feature your pets in their very personalized own storybook!

For the photographer

“Little Kids and Their Big Dogs, Volume 1” book – Amazon
by Andy Seliverstoff

If you have a penchant for pets and photography, submit your favorite pet photo to be featured on The Meowing Vet’s website for free. Click here for our easy submission guidelines. All species welcome!

For the aspiring veterinarian

“Busy People: Vet” children’s book – Amazon
by Lucy M. George and Ando Twin

For your pet’s cool veterinarian

Veterinarians Against Insanity: The slightly scandalous card game for veterinary professionals – Industry Matter

For the pet groomer

Aquapaw Dog Bathing Glove – Uncommon Goods

For the hygiene freak

Pet Genie Pet Waste Disposal System, Litter Genie Plus Cat Litter Disposal System – Amazon

Nothing seals in stinky pet odors better than these affordable product!. Requires bag refills.

For the tech-savvy dog mom or dad

BrilliantPad Self-Cleaning Dog Potty Pad – BrilliantPad – Amazon

Learn more directly on the BrilliantPad website.

For your charitable relative

Pack Leashes (Viper dog leash featured below)

Why Pack Leashes? They’re high quality, vibrantly colored products with a secure carabiner closure, lifetime warranty, and global shipping. And with every leash purchase, Pack Leashes donates 2 lbs of dog food to U.S. shelter dogs in-need. 🌟 Use The Meowing Vet’s special 15% off PROMO CODE • themeowingvet • upon checkout, and Pack Leashes will double the amount of dog food donated while you save, giving 4 lbs of dog food to shelter pups.

For the hiker

Dog Bowl Water Bottle – Uncommon Goods

For the “better safe than sorry” type

LED Dog Collar – Dogpy Supplies

Keep your dog visible and safe when outdoors at night.

For the worrier

“My Pet Is Home Alone” Pet Alert Wallet Cards and “Pets Inside” Window Decals – Amazon

For the co-dependent pet parent

FitBark Dog Activity Monitor, PetChatz Two-Way Audio/Video Pet Treat Camera, Furbo Dog Camera – Amazon

For those winning the twinning game

The Mucky Pup and Miss Purrfect matching pet bracelets (more colors and designs available) – Friendship Collar

For a limited time, use PROMO CODE • SANTAPAWS • at checkout to save 15% off your online Friendship Collar purchase!

For the “Zsa Zsa Gabor” type

Bark International
for luxury pet products

For your fun co-worker

Multipet International

Embrace your inner child while playing with your pet! Discover novel and old-school dog and cat products, such as these fun plush toys:

For the jet setter

Bruiser Transport Carrier, Knit Dog Sweater – Mark and Graham

For the retro girl

Daisy Pet Carrier Backpack with Window (more designs available) – CloverPet ☘️

Ships internationally!

For the makeup artist

Paul & Joe Beaute Pearl Cat Lipstick – B-Glowing

For the fashionista

Kate Spade ♠️ designer luxury accessories:

For the weekend warrior

Skechers Bobs Plush Dog Flats for Women (Posh Pup in black or taupe; Pup Culture in light blue) – Skechers

For the one who has known loss

Personalized Pet Photo Necklace – My Pets

For the person with whom you feel a “magnetic” attraction

Animal Magnet Set – Anthropologie

For the breed enthusiast

Pedigree Poem customizable dog breed items (Pillow, Tote Bag, Mugs, Art) – Uncommon Goods

For your best friend’s housewarming shower

Fur and Flowers Doormat (Cat or Dog) – Uncommon Goods

For the Christmas decorator

Personalized Dog Bone Christmas Stockings – Burlap Season shop on Etsy

For your Rabbi ✡️

Spin That Doggy Dreidel plush dog toy – BarkShop

For the “hottie” next door

Soft Cooling Gel Pad – StuffNice

Learn more about hot weather safety tips for pets in The Meowing Vet’s article.

For the chilly dog or cat

Tartan Dog Robe (more styles and colors available) – Dogrobes

Learn other ways to keep your pet warm in The Meowing Vet’s article on cold weather safety tips.

For your sister’s feng shui apartment

Jax & Bones Kratos Dog Crate Cover Up Set (other sizes and colors available) – BarkShop

For the old dog who wants to learn two new tricks

Dr. Buzby’s ToeGrips for Dogs – ToeGrips

Anti-Slip Tape – Canine Arthritis Management

Canine Arthritis Management (CAM), a U.K.-based organization built around improving the quality and quantity of life of dogs suffering from osteoarthritis, has developed its own Anti-Slip Tape to improve traction on slippery floors for dogs with arthritis. Email daisy@caninearthritis.co.uk to purchase single rolls of tape via PayPal or for distribution at veterinary clinics.

Learn more about Canine Arthritis Management (CAM) in The Meowing Vet’s interview with founding veterinarian Hannah Capon and on CAM’s website (www.caninearthritis.co.uk). Follow CAM on Facebook and Instagram @CAMarthritis for the latest news.

For your home pharmacy

Pro·Sense® Pet Health Products

Pro·Sense® offers a line of affordable over-the-counter products available in several American markets. 🇺🇸 Learn more about their products for GI health and eye care in our articles:

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