Friday, November 24, 2006

Perfect Dog Gift Ideas for this Christmas


Title: Perfect Dog Gift Ideas for this Christmas
Author: Carol Stack

The selection of dog gifts available today is anything but
dull. There are dog gifts available in almost any shape,
form and kind, so you will have no problem in finding a
wide variety to choose from.

No pet parent can resist coming home with a gift for their
pet any time of the year, especially at Christmas. Dog
gifts at Christmas time are a multi-billion dollar
industry. Among pet parents some of the most popular dog
gifts are chew toys, dog collars and treats.

Do you have someone on your gift-giving list that is hard
to shop for? Do they have a dog that is part of the family?
Pet parents are some of the easiest people to shop for. Get
a gift for their dog or a gift that centers on their dog's
breed.

There are all kinds of dog breed products available,
including ceramic mugs, doormats, throw blankets,
paintings, door stops and stuffed animals. Many pet parents
enjoy collecting items that focus on the breed of their own
dog.

What do you get a dog for Christmas? Collars are among the
favorite gifts. A collar and matching leash make a great
gift to give your own dog or for you to give a dog owner.

A fancy dog collar and matching leash are just what you
need to say "I love my pampered my pooch". Fancy dog
collars make wonderful dog gifts. Many designer dog collars
offer matching dog leashes to complete the outfit.

Durable designer dog collars come in several materials
including leather, nylon, and fabric - in colors and
designs for the finickiest of tastes. Reflective dog
collars make a great gift, especially for the dog that is
taken for walks after dark.

Another great Christmas gift item for your own dog or for a
friend's dog is gourmet dog treats. They are made with
whole ingredients and no artificial preservatives.

There are gourmet dog treats made with all natural high
quality human grade ingredients. The result is healthy,
tasty dog treats for every special dog.

Dog gift baskets are another popular gift idea. Filled with
tasty treats and a toy or two, gift baskets are a great
choice for the dog owner on your Christmas gift list, or
for your own dog. From dainty delights to hearty munchies,
you can find dog gift baskets filled with easily
digestible, preservative-free, wholesome and delicious
treats.

A handy and practical gift for the owner of a small dog is
a dog tote bag. There are dog tote bags with wheels and
tote bags that look like purses. These are very nice to
have for trips to the vet, to take on walks in case little
legs get tired, or to take on trips.

Perhaps your dog would enjoy a throw blanket or throw
pillow. You can personalize it with the dog's name if you
choose, and could get a blanket with a picture of the dog's
breed.

Today's selection of dog toys and dog gifts is impressive.
With the huge selection of dog toys, treats, dog totes and
beds, there is no shortage of possible gifts to give your
pet or your dog-owning friend. These gifts are all
available at many local pet shops or you can search for
them on the internet.

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Carol Stack enjoys writing articles, especially about dogs.
She lives with her husband, children, four dogs and seven
cats in the United States. Carol and her daughter Christy
are working on a web site, http://www.christysdogportal.com
where you can get more information about dogs.