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11 Brilliant Gifts for the Dog in Your Life
By Brad Witter
This holiday season, don’t forget the furry friends that bring you comfort and joy all year round. From tasty treats to toys, we’ve unleashed 11 must-haves to show your puppy love.
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1. OUTWARD HOUND HIDE-A-SQUIRREL DOG TOYS; $8
The hunt for the perfect game of hide and squeak is over! Playful pups dig out the three noise-making squirrels from inside the plush tree trunk. It’s all the fun of chasing critters in the park brought indoors for colder winter months.
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2. PUPPY SCOOPS ICE CREAM MIX; $7
Just add hot water, stir, and freeze your dog’s next cool treat. The smooth and creamy concoction—available in four flavors—has a fraction of the fat and calories of regular ice cream and is formulated for easier digestion.
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3. GREEN GREMLIN POOCHLIGHT LED DOG COLLAR; $34
Night walks are no problem. The collar’s continuously illuminated LED lights help you and your pooch (with necks that are 19 to 24 inches in diameter) shine bright and safely go the extra mile.
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4. TURBOPUP COMPLETE K9 MEAL BAR MULTIPACK; $20
Whether camping, hiking, or just cruising around town with their owner, dogs of any size or breed can get their nourishment on the go. The 100-percent natural, vitamin-rich bars are interchangeable with regular dog food and safe for sensitive tummies.
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5. SILLY DOG TOYS: MUSTACHE & GIANT TONGUE; $10
Medium to large size pups will look doggone funny when fetching these wacky toys, made from non-toxic rubber. Throw the balls, which are attached to either a big red tongue or handlebar mustache, and watch your furry friend return “in disguise.”
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6. PAWSITIELY GOURMET DOUGHNUT COOKIES FOR DOGS, PACK OF 20; $26
Time to make the (chicken liver) doughnuts! These scratch-baked custom treats (in four assorted colors) are made with real meat and dipped in yogurt or carob and come with sprinkles on top.
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7. FRESH PATCH DISPOSABLE DOG POTTY; $20
Teach your old dog a new trick with this 16”x24” eco-friendly potty box for furry friends up to 25 pounds. The real living grass absorbs urine and odors and is easy to discard.
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8. NERF DOG TENNIS BALL BLASTER GIFT SET; $25
For the pet with endless energy, launch one of the four included tennis ball over 50 feet in the air with just the touch of a button. With the toy’s “hands-free” mechanism, there’s no need to get your hands all slobbery either!
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9. CUSTOM MICROFLEECE BLANKET; $40
Pampered pooches can cuddle up and mark their territory with a polyester and cotton cover, personalized with their name and image. (Owners also get to select the color and pattern!) The material is soft, breathable and, most importantly, machine washable.
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10. HUGS PET PRODUCTS CHILLZ PAD COMFORT COOLING GEL PET PAD; $13
Hot dog, no more. The vinyl mat (filled with a non-toxic gel) lowers pets’ body temperatures on summer days—and provides extra comfort for joint pain. With its lightweight, durable design, the pad can be placed in your canine pal’s bed or even used outdoors.
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11. CAMPER DOG TREATS BAGS; $16
Twelve ounces of all natural chicken pot pie or peanut butter flavored snacks are sure to get tails wagging. They arrive in a rustic cotton canvas bag, easy to carry on the trail.
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