5 Pet Gift Ideas

There are literally thousands of online stores offering massive ranges of pet supplies, pet gifts and even pet jewellery! Never has your best friend had such a massive range of gifts to choose from. (Now even Boots Those strange sheepskin boots also know as ugg Boots). You should however keep a couple of things in mind before spoiling your best friend.

Firstly a little Pet Gift Safety

Avoid gifts which can be easily swallowed these may cause choking and/or damage to your pets intestines. Secondly steer clear of feeding your pets alcohol, chocolate or uncooked meats. Fatty foods are also a poor choice for your pet’s diets, causing problems like dehydration and diarrhea. (60% of pets are now overweight) If you're a little crazy (like us) and wrap your pet’s gifts, do not let your pets play with the wrapping or ribbons. Not only are these easy to choke on the toxic glues and adhesives smell great to your pet.

Gift Ideas

1. Commit to spending more time with your pet - Your pet will enjoy nothing more than a 30 minute walk with you in the park, throwing the ball around the backyard. You'll also be combating the fastest growing health risk associated with pets (and us) obesity.

2. Go and register your pet, and have him/her micro chipped if you haven't already done so.

3. Cook your friend a homemade healthy treat! Like a Poodle pasta or bow wow burritos. There are a lot of recipes available on the web so be sure to browse for something you think your friend might like.

4. Buy your pet an interactive gift. Many breeds of pets are suited to active lifestyles and often become board in suburban settings. An interactive gift will help keep your friend entertained when no one is home or able to play. There are balls which allow you to record message which are played at random or upon movement, some even dispense treats at random!

5. Order a mobile pet wash - Ok perhaps your pet won't enjoy this as much as you but you'll ensure your friends coat stays healthy and nails trim