Last-Minute Gifts for Dog People

Posted by Billy Francis

Chances are there’s a dog person in your life who deserves a unique and thoughtful gift. This one’s for the cool cousin who always slips your pooch a piece of her food, or for that enlightened friend who truly gets your “pup-session.” It’s time to reward their awesomeness with a last-minute gift they won't forget.

Ruff Guides Shop

“I woke up like this.” Photo by Credit: iStock/maiteali

BringFido’s Ruff Guides Store is a one-stop shop full of gifts for dog lovers. The BringFido Howliday Gift Pack is packed full of treats for dogs and their owners, including a hardcover edition of BringFido’s Ruff Guide to the United States, a 5 oz bag of Bocce’s Bakery Holiday Feast dog treats, a ZippyPaws Holiday Jigglerz, and a 5-pack of Holiday Thinkers by Plato Pet Treats. Or, make it a surprise with a BringFido Mystery Grab Bag, containing a combination of dog treats, toys and other items. If you can’t decide, buy your best friend a gift card and let them pick their own gift at the Ruff Guides shop.

Plufl, Giant Dog Beds for Humans

“You do realize this is my bed now.” Photo by Plufl

Plufl, the original dog bed for humans, gives dog-tired people the chance to drift off in ultimate comfort. Fitted with an orthopedic foam mattress and memory foam topper with an ultra-soft cover, this bed will have your pooch wanting to join you for a nap. This giant dog bed is 70 inches long and 36 inches wide, which gives room for most people to cozy up inside, tuck their hands and feet under the plush pillow border and sleep like a dog.

Personalized Dog Treat Cookie Cutter

“Marley and treats.” Photo by Etsy/CreativePixelCA

Does your pooch look at every treat like they have his name on them? It’s time to make his dream a reality with a personalized dog treat cookie cutter. Great for bigger packs to keep tabs on how many treats each dog receives on the road or if one of your pups has specific dietary needs. However you use it, this treat cutter is a fun way for your dog to lay claim on his favorite homemade treats.

Do You Look Like Your Dog? A Memory Game

Who doesn’t? Photo by Amazon

Do You Look Like Your Dog? The answer is yes. It seems that the more we hang out with each other, the more we start to resemble our furry best friends. Pair up the pet parents with their pups in this hilarious card game that's “pawfect” to pass the time this Christmas.

Dog Fart Extinguisher

“That was definitely Uncle Jeff, not me!” Photo by Amazon

This really is a must-have for any pet owner, especially during the holiday season. With stray Brussels sprouts flying around and rich holiday treats a-plenty for your pup, the home may not smell like gingerbread and pine for long! Before Fido gets to blame Aunt Susan for his faux pas, secure your holidays with this Dog Fart Extinguisher. It will have your house smelling of grapefruit, blackcurrant, rose and musk.

Dachshund Menorah by Jonathan Adler

This classy menorah will light up any home. Photo by jonathanadler.com

Jonathan Adler is an American potter with ceramic shops across America and Europe. His fun menorah is the perfect gift for Jewish dog lovers to use during Hanukkah. Fido can help light the candles placed in eight holes along the back of this sleek Dachshund. Designed with his signature, all-white ceramic relief pattern, the Jonathan Adler Dachshund Menorah is lit.

Rescue Dog Wines

Don’t we all ... don’t we all. Photo by Facebook.com/rescuedogwines

The folks at Rescue Dog Wines love two things: great vino and saving pups. By producing fine wines from local Lodi, CA grapes, they bring awareness and financial support to the rescue dog movement. Fifty percent of the company’s profits support rescue organizations. For the connoisseurs, a subscription to a wine club would make a great gift. Alternatively, its awesome swag includes funky tees, tumblers and wine bottle covers.

Iconic Paw

Introducing Lord Logan of BringFidington. Photo by @loganthewigglytail

Fido is like royalty to us, so why not envelope him in elaborate regalia forever? Iconic Paw will turn a picture of your dog-loving relative’s pup into a masterpiece. Select the outfit that best suits the pooch, from a baroness or aristocrat to a socialite and commander. Iconic Paw ships portraits worldwide and aims to get your canine’s portrait completed faster than “Van Dogh” ever could have.

Dog Crimes

These dogs are guilty ... of extreme cuteness. Photo by Amazon

If you’re looking for a way to drag your kid off the screen this Christmas, ThinkFun's Dog Crimes Logic Game is an innovative canine-themed mystery that presents a series of clues to help players identify the canine culprit for a variety of offenses. Which of the six adorable pups should do the time for each crime?

Cuteboom Canvas Laundry Bag – Sleeping Dog

An adorable gift for any pet owner. Photo by Amazon

Separating your white and dark clothes has never looked more adorable. This Cuteboom Canvas Laundry Bag may have you looking forward to laundry day. It's a handy gift that also doubles as a travel bag, beach bag or storage bag.

Printy Pets

“I approve of this blanket." Photo by @kinggeorgethechi

In an ideal world, every waking moment could be spent with our pets, but sometimes that’s just not possible (don’t worry, we’re working on it). If there’s no way Fido can accompany your friend, a comforting blanket with their canine’s cute grin all over it could be the next best thing. Printy Pets also can print his face on mugs, phone cases, canvases, shirts, bags and more.

What are you getting the dog person in your life for Christmas? Leave a comment or tweet us @BringFido!

Banner photo by Beth Shoemaker Photography.