Best gifts for dog lovers 2020: great presents for pet owners

published 30 January 2020

Pets are such an important part of our lives, it’s no wonder those of us who own dogs or cats get completely obsessed with our furry friends. And aside from all the love, joy and companionship this can bring, being a pet owner also has one significant benefit – it makes you really easy to buy gifts for.

If you have a dog lover in your life, there’s no end of fun gifts, guide books and canine accessories to get them. Here’s our pick of the best gifts for dog lovers.

UPDATE: If you have a furry friend of your own, why not take them along to this free ‘doggy dentist’ event. Organised by pet food brand Lily’s Kitchen, the pop-up will be in Notting Hill, London from 13-16 February so that you can make sure your dog’s teeth are in great condition (without the usual cost). To book an appointment, head over to their event page now, and your four-legged friend will even get to take home some Woofbrush dental chews for the trouble.

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Best gifts for dog lovers

Most of us who live with dogs have to leave them alone for longer than we'd like. A Petcubes Bites is one solution that doesn't end with you quitting your job.It's a smart camera with a built-in speaker that lets you check up on your dog and talk to them through the day, using an app on your phone. You can also dispense treats. As long as your dog doesn't start believing you're trapped in the Petcubes Bites's little box, and ends up tearing to bits, it may help reduce canine anxiety.

When it's cold outside and we've been out for a long walk there's nothing better than getting snuggled up in a thick, fleecy blanket – and the same applies to our dogs too. Rather than buying a gift for the dog lover in your life for their birthday or Christmas present, treat their dog instead. There are so many things you can buy someone's dog, including novelty squeak toys and a shiny new collar, but a cosy, snuggly blanket from Barbour, a brand known for its high-quality clothes and accessories, is cosy, practical and perfect for winter.

There’s no one we spoil more than our pets, as this gift box clearly proves. Containing a bottle of Pawsecco - a non-alcoholic, pet-friendly drink - along with a bag of popcorn for dogs, and a selection of treats, Not In The Dog House’s gift box is perfect for the dogs that rule the roost.The flavours of the treats are also a little more interesting than those you usually find in the supermarket. Billy & Margot’s training biscuits are Strawberry & Apple flavour and contain only natural ingredients.