Pet owners are some of the easiest people in the world to buy for, and some of the hardest. Easy, because you know exactly what they love. Hard, because they already have every dog-shaped mug and cat-print tea towel going.
This guide is full of gifts for pet lovers that go beyond the obvious: thoughtful keepsakes, funny slogans and genuinely useful bits for the pets themselves. All of them are pieces our customers have been buying this year.
Pet Keepsake Gifts: The Most Thoughtful Present of All
Pets are family. A keepsake that captures a paw print is a gift that will be treasured for years, and our keepsake kits are among our most popular pet gifts.
- Pet Keepsake Kit: capture your pet's paw prints and your family's fingerprints together in one frame. A beautiful gift for families.
- Paw Print Keepsake Kit: an air-dry clay mould that preserves a 3D impression of your dog or cat's paw.
- Pet Keepsake Memory Kit: a complete gift set with paw print materials and a fur keepsake bottle.
- Paw Print Ink Pad Kit: a simple, mess-free way to make paw print art. A lovely stocking filler.
A gentle idea: keepsake kits also make a kind, meaningful gift for someone who has recently lost a pet. The Forever Loved pet photo frame is another thoughtful choice in those moments.
Gifts for Dog Lovers
- I Work Hard So My Dog Can Have a Better Life mug: the truth, on a mug.
- matching personalised notebook, desk sign and keyring: collect the set.
- Be the Person Your Dog Thinks You Are cushion: a heartwarming needlepoint cushion. See our funny cushions guide for more.
- Sausage Dog punch needle shoulder bag and the black version: for dachshund devotees.
- Wipe Your Paws doormat: for muddy dogs and muddy boots.
Browse more in our gifts for dog lovers collection.
Gifts for Cat Lovers
- Goldfish Cat Bowl: a ceramic feeding dish with a fishy design. Your cat will finally get the goldfish it has always wanted.
- 2-in-1 Cat Scratcher and Lounge Bed: a cardboard scratcher and bed, complete with catnip.
- Hope You Like Cats doormat: fair warning for visitors.
- Keyrings: Mother of Cats, I Was Normal Three Cats Ago and I Want to Be a Stay-at-Home Cat Mum.
Explore more in our gifts for cat lovers collection.
Gifts for People Who Simply Prefer Animals
Some people love all animals (and are not that fussed about humans). The I Like Animals More Than People keyring is made for them. For farmyard fans, our Highland cow footstool guide and duck gifts guide are well worth a look.
Pet Lover Gifts by Budget
- Under £10: pet slogan keyrings.
- Under £20: dog lover mugs, desk signs, the Paw Print Ink Pad Kit.
- £20 to £40: the Goldfish Cat Bowl, the Pet Keepsake Kit, the Paw Print Keepsake Kit, pet-themed doormats, the Sausage Dog shoulder bag.
- Special gifts: the Pet Keepsake Memory Kit, the Forever Loved photo frame, the Be the Person Your Dog Thinks You Are cushion.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a good gift for a pet lover?
A paw print keepsake kit is one of the most thoughtful gifts for pet lovers. Funny slogan mugs and keyrings are great for something lighter.
What can I buy a pet owner for Christmas?
Pet keepsake kits, funny pet doormats and dog or cat slogan gifts all make excellent Christmas presents. Treats for the pet itself, like a cat scratcher, also go down well.
What is a good gift for someone who has lost a pet?
A pet memorial photo frame or a paw print keepsake kit is a gentle, meaningful way to show you care.
Are paw print kits safe for pets?
Our Paw Print Ink Pad Kit is described as pet-safe and non-toxic. Always follow the instructions supplied with any keepsake kit.
Spoil the Pet Lover in Your Life
From keepsakes they will treasure forever to slogans that sum up their priorities perfectly, there is a gift here for every pet lover. Shop our full unique pet gifts and gifts for animal lovers collections at Red Candy.
