As we gear up for the festive season, you'll be making your list and checking it twice, making sure everyone special in your life has the perfect gift.
Of course, we can't forget our loyal companions - the cats and dogs and all pets in between who keep us company all year round. If you're anything like us, you'll probably already have a few things picked out that you'd like to treat them to this Christmas, but we've rounded up a bunch of brilliant products that are both fun and useful to inspire you.
What can I buy my pet for Christmas?
Well, the possibilities are endless! In true Christmas spirit, you should be looking at getting anything you know your pet is going to love. From food, to toys and now you can even get pet champagne - yep, you read that right.
Just like us humans, every pet is different and so not all are going to like the same thing. For dogs, think about all the chew toys and treats you can get. A cat might love a cosy bed or mouse to play with. With smaller pets like hamsters and rabbits, think about what you can add to their hutches or food to make it extra special.
The best pet Christmas gifts UK
NOTE: We're updating all of our Christmas gift guides and selections ahead of Christmas so keep checking in to see the latest updates.
Enough about ideas, though, let's get down to what you can really buy. We've scouted across all the best pet brands that you can find to make your pet's Christmas extra special. First, we're kicking off with the best general pet gifts you can find for all pets small and large - scroll down for cat and dog-specific Christmas goodies.
Best festive dog toy
www.marksandspencer.com
If you're after a super festive themed toy, the M&S Collection Christmas Tree is the one to go for. It's not too big but there is enough cushiony padding to bulk it out. The star and "lights" are a nice touch.
Reviewed by Commercial Content Writer Arabella Horspool's three dogs: "I have three dogs whose ages range from 8 months to 14 years and all of them loved playing with this Christmas tree toy. It is super soft and they found it easy to squeak."
Best personalised pet Christmas stocking
www.etsy.com
First things first, you're going to need a beautiful stocking to put all of your pet's amazing gifts into. Check out this stocking by SimplyPerfectlyGifts that you can get your pet's name personalised onto it. Super cute.
Best pet hamper gift
www.moonpig.com
Yep, even pets can get their own hampers this Christmas! This Pampered Pooch Gift Box features a wonderful selection of treats including a pouch of Innocent Hound sliced venison treats and Pooch & Mutt mini bone treats so they won't feel too left out when the rest of the family are enjoying their Christmas dinner. Your pup will also have two new rope toys to while away the afternoon and a plush rabbit soft toy to snuggle up with when it's time to sleep.
Tried and tested by Gina, Yorkshire Terrier X Jack Russell belonging to Commercial Content Writer, Rosie Floyd: "Gina couldn't wait to get inside this hamper. She was sniffing and scratching at the box before I had even opened it so I just knew she was going to enjoy wolfing down the treats inside. I've found that Christmas gifts for dogs tend to be either all treats or all toys so I love that this hamper has a mix of both. The packaging feels very luxe for a pet present, so it'll be the paw-fect gift for a pampered pooch."
Best pet Christmas drink
www.petsathome.com
This amazing pet brand Woof&Brew has its own 'Bottom Sniffer Beer' (that's, yes, beer) which is healthy, alcohol-free, non-carbonated and ready to enjoy. You can go one step further and treat your pet to a Woof&Brew hamper if you're really feeling it.
Best giant ball Christmas present
If your pet is mad for tennis balls, wait until you see their reaction to this bad boy. This durable, inflatable ball will quickly become a favourite toy.
Best pet Christmas jumper
Green and red should only be a colour combo reserved for Christmas - and we absolutely love this sweet festive jumper with a polar bear cartoon. Available in XXS, XS, S, M, L, XL and XXL.
Best pet Christmas fun roller
This fun roller toy is the perfect addition to keep your pet occupied for hours. Mainly best if you're looking for a kitty Christmas present, but this works really well overall for any small pet who will play with these exciting three-tiered balls.
Best pet Tangle Teezer
Ahem, you know those Tangle Teezers that everyone raves about - now you can get your loved one a Pet Teezer and we absolutely LOVE it. Combing and grooming any pet is important for their health and pets enjoy it too. Now, you can treat your pet this season with an amazing Teezer. Comes in loads of fabulous colours and three types - standard, detangling and de-shedding/grooming.
Best Christmas pet subscription service
www.itchpet.com
Nobody likes fleas - especially not your pets. Although it's not as fun to think about as toys and treats, protecting your pet from fleas, ticks and worms are one of the best gifts you can give them this Christmas. Joining a dog subscription or cat subscription service like ITCH not only helps you save money but ensures your dog or cat receives all the treatments they need at the right time to keep them protected all year. What's more, you can even add on products for their teeth, ears, joints and to reduce stress.
The best dog Christmas gifts UK 2022
Best Christmas dog toy set
Why buy your pet one toy, when you can buy them five? Whether you deliver them all at once (and film their reaction, please) or spread them out over the year, buying in bulk is a great way to save cash. What better Christmas present for your dog than loads of toys!
Best Christmas dog food
www.lilyskitchen.co.uk
Lily's Kitchen exclusive 2022 festive range is here and the selection for dogs is going to make one special Christmas. Including a three-bird feast, turkey jerky and dog treat tin, your dog will be spoiled for choice!
Best Christmas dog bed present
www.notonthehighstreet.com
What better time to spoil your dog than at Christmas? These Charley Chau snuggle beds are extremely luxurious for your pet, handmade in Britain and come in a variety of fabrics, sizes and colours tailored to your pooch.
Best dog Christmas stocking
There's nothing quite like a pet Christmas stocking to really make your furry friend feel special on the big day. This one from Pedigree features a great mixture of treats that'll keep you going into the new year.
Best luxurious dog Christmas gift
www.fortnumandmason.com
We're not poochin' around here if you are looking for only the finest of Christmas presents to spoil your pet then this dog collar is a real treat. Coming in at £45, their leather dog collar is pure luxury, made in Britain with sustainable choices.
Best Christmas dog water bottle present
Keep your dog hydrated on walks with this useful (and stylish!) portable bottle. Easy to use, it takes the hassle out of travelling with your pet. We recommend this as a Christmas present to upgrade any water bottle and treat your dog this Christmas.
Best dog Christmas personalised bandana
www.yappy.com
Your dog will be seriously treated with this personalised bandana. No matter what size they are, every dog looks cute in a bandana. It's just a fact! Yappy provides a huge variety of bandana designs, as well as personalised versions, especially for your pet.
Best cat Christmas presents UK 2022
Best cat Christmas collar
www.etsy.com
Treat your cat to a new collar ahead of this Christmas season. With an extra cute bow for festive points, these ZacalCatCollarsUK collars come in various options, including Blue with Santa or Reindeers. Cute.
Best Christmas cat food
www.lilyskitchen.co.uk
We definitely can't forget about treating our kitties to some exciting Christmas cat food this season. Lily's Kitchen is doing an exclusive Turkey Feast for cats so they can join in on Christmas dinner. As well as this they're doing a cat advent calendar. Meow.
Best luxury cat collar for Christmas
www.notonthehighstreet.com
Cheshire & Wain is a gorgeous cat lifestyle brand and we recommend investing in one of these luxurious personalised Cat Collar tags. In a super cute fish shape, you can have your kitty's name and your phone number engraved on these ID tags. A great Christmas treat.
Best Christmas cat mouse toy
www.petsathome.com
If your cat loves to hunt, this mouse on a rope toy will be right up their street. With two compressed catnip mice, two fabric mice and two tinsel mice to keep them occupied for hours.