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Our Top 10 Christmas Gifts Under £10 For Your Dog

Has your dog been a good little pup and deserves a treat this Christmas? Are you a last minute shopper or struggling to come up with gift ideas this year? With only a couple of days to go we have come up with a gift guide full of products to spoil your pooch, without breaking the bank!

1. Fish4Dogs Advent Calendar £9.50

Let your dog join in the fun of counting down until Christmas. With a full sized treat behind every window, this calendar offers a variety of Fish4Dogs most popular treats, including their Sea Jerky squares and Mackerel Morsels. These fish treats are low calorie, meat free and grain free. A perfect choice for those extra sensitive doggos and even the pickiest of eaters!

2. Antler Dog Chews £5.49

These naturally shed antlers make the perfect long lasting chew for dogs of all shapes and sizes. Containing a number of beneficial minerals, this hypoallergenic treat will keep your dog entertained for hours! Starting at £5.49, these antlers are now available in new Christmas packaging – ideal for gifts this festive season!

3. Kong Knot Bear £9.99

These toys may look cuddly and soft on the outside, but they contain a knotted skeleton that is durable and strong on the inside. Also made from reinforced plush material and less stuffing for less mess. These toys are a firm favourite for any dog parent and their pooch. Now available in four new Christmassy designs in store.

4. Cupid & Comet Festive Treats £3.50-£4

Treat your pooch to their own Christmas dinner this year with some of Cupid & Comets treat range. Now your dog can also enjoy pigs in blankets, sweet potato roasties and turkey wrapped carrots as part of the family. Ranging between £3.50-£4 these treats are not only affordarble and beautifully packaged, but also grain free and low in fat.

5. Eqwax Paw and Nose Balm £10

Eqwax prides themselves on being a natural and eco friendly UK based company. The Paw and Nose Balm would make the perfect present this winter to help soothe, condition and protect dog paws. This lick-safe balm helps form a defensive barrier from excessively hot or cold conditions and against ice, salt and grit. Available in two christmassy scents, Sweet Orange and Peppermint.

6. Cupid & Comet Luxury Dog Stocking £10

Why not treat your four legged friend with this exciting festive pack of 4 full sized bags of treats. This stocking including beef tenders, chicken tenders, chicken meatballs and duck fillets – all which are grain free and low fat.

7. CatwalkDog Christmas Card Toy £6.99

Christmas is a time to send your loved ones a Christmas card and let the know you are thinking of them. So why not get one for your dog too! The CatwalkDog Chritmas card crackle toy is the perfect way to wish your dog a Merry Woofmas this year!

8. Kong Classic £7.99

A Kong classic is the perfect gift for dogs of all sizes and ages, all year round! Fill with their favourite treats to keep them occupied for hours!

Here’s a Christmas tip! Once you’re finished with your turkey dinner, boil the carcass to create a broth and pour the liquid into a kong. Pop in the freezer for a tasty festive treat that your pooch will go crazy for!

9. JR Pate Selection Box £8.49

These hypoallergenic selection Christmas crackers means even the most sensitive pup gets their crackers this Christmas!  Each gift box contains 3 x 80g Pure Paté wrapped up in their own festive cracker. Choose from either Rabbit, Lamb and Salmon or Turkey, Chicken and Duck.

Slice it – Dice it – Cube it – Cut it – Stuff it – Mash it – Grate it – Blend it – Freeze it – The possibilities are endless!

10. Fish4Dogs Cracker £3.50

The Fish4Dogs Festive Treat Cracker is a more affordable gift filled with deliciously crunchy Salmon Bites. Small, natural treats that are designed to be a rewarding treat that’s also fantastic for training. Inside the cracker is a 50g bag of these delicious, healthy treats, that dogs will love. Suitable for adult dogs and puppies over 12 weeks.

Have Yourself a Pet Friendly Christmas!

Are you a new pet owner?

Worried that your pet will destroy your decorations?

Want tips on how to deal with your pets anxiety around the party season?

Well! Now that December is finally here, and the ‘C’ word is no longer forbidden…We have created a guide to help make sure that the most wonderful time of the year is also a pet friendly one! So take a look below at some of the things to look out for this Christmas.

Tis The (Party) Season To Be Jolly

With the hustle and bustle of Christmas, the household can get hectic at times. Make sure that you create a safe space for your pet in a separate room. Allowing your dog to retreat to somewhere quiet where they can feel safe and relaxed. Adding blankets and their favourite toys allows them to snuggle up if they need a bit of down time. The radio can also help to muffle the noise of your extra Christmas guests.

Whilst you’re entertaining, we recommend using a boredom buster to keep your pooch occupied and their anxiety at bay. Licki Mats or Kong toys will work brilliantly and distract your pet for hours. A little tip! Put your treat filled toy in the freezer beforehand to keep your pet occupied for even longer!

Keeping up with their routine is also a great way to keep this time of year as less stressful as possible. Why not take your pet for a walk before welcoming your guests. This will exercise their mind and body to help calm your pet and tire them out.

Don’t forget to prepare in advance for any loud noises that may trigger your pets this festive season. Fireworks, pulling crackers and party poppers can be terrifying for a lot of animals. If you need help to naturally dial down your pets fireworks fear, in store and online you will find our Dorwest, Adaptil and Pet Remedy ranges to help restore calm to your four-legged friend.

O Christmas Tree

Whether you have a real or artificial tree, your pet may see it as their new favourite toy/activity. Avoid any “cat-astrophes” by making sure your tree is well anchored down. Don’t forget to keep tree decorations out of paws reach or opt for ones that can’t be broken by your curious canine.

Lastly, make sure to hoover up any loose pine needles to prevent them getting stuck in any paws. Chewed or ingested, pine needles can also disrupt your pets digestive system or cause irritation to the mouth and throat.

Eat, Drink and Be Merry

Christmas is usually an indulgent time in regard to food and drink. So when it comes to our furry friends, we have to be extra careful. Chocolate, raisins, nuts, fruit cake and mince pies are all toxic for pets. Rich foods can also cause serious upset, especially if you have a sensitive doggo. Instead, offer a meaty treat or try carob as an alternative to chocolate.

Christmas presents under the tree can also be too tempting for our four-legged friends, especially if the gift is edible! So it’s best to keep these safely out of reach. Also, consider avoiding any edible treats like chocolate or candy canes on the tree – Or at least hang them high up away from curious snouts.

When it comes to buying treat gifts for your pooch, cheap isn’t always cheerful. Products such has rawhide can be a choking hazard and may cause intestinal blockages as they aren’t fully digestible. At Pups, Pets and Ponies we are big advocates of all natural treats and chews. Our favourite being our huge Anco range which are 100% natural and contain no artificial nasties. Trust us, our dogs can’t get enough!

Also, if you have a sensitive pooch, why not pop into store where we can tailor gifts to your pets own specific dietary needs! We are also on hand to answer any other worries or queries you have about the festive season.

We can’t wait to see you over the Christmas period!

Santa Paws is Coming to Town

Our most popular event is back!

Santa paws is coming to town and this year he has a brand new grotto! Join us on 9th, 10th, 11th and 16th, 17th, 18th December at Pups, Pets and Ponies, between 10am and 4pm. There is no need to book, just come along during these times and we will give you a ticket. For £7.50, each good little pup gets a goody bag and their photo taken with Santa himself. While 10% of your purchase will be donated to Happy Paws Puppy Charity.

(Photographs from Santa Paws 2021)