During tough times, families bond closer together and now, more and more pets are included in the family festivities. As the pet experts, veterinarians are instrumental in helping people make good gift choices for their pets.
In a recent AP poll, 52 percent of pet owners are considering a gift for their pets this year. That's up from 43 percent last year. Even if our pets don't know the true meaning of the holidays, they do enjoy the attention and special presents that owners give them. Many of them just enjoy "unwrapping" their gifts!
Pet owners and those looking to give gifts to pets or owners could consider actual Valentino Replica physical gifts, gifts that benefit other animals, or a gift that might benefit the pet in the future. From the "Croc" shaped shoe bed at , to the beds made from recycled material at , pet beds give your friend a new and comfortable place to stay.
Toys are important to help keep your pet occupied and out of trouble. A variety of laser pointers are available at most major pet retailers, including the new FroliCat BOLT Automatic Laser toy. Dogs love any number of toys and this year you can choose from tough durable Kong(R) toys and the new GoughNuts (). PetSmart has their soft plush Luv-A-Pet toys and 10 percent of sales go to help homeless pets.
Maybe it's time to spruce up your pet's eating area. The American Humane Association () has unique decorative bowls for your pets. While you are there, you can find one of a kind pins and picture frames for the pet lovers on your list. Or maybe you just want your pet to have a new outfit for the holidays. At , you can unique Laser Rings find everything from Santa hats to elf outfits and gingerbread T-shirts!
Overall, beyond the fun toys or fancy clothes for your pets, I recommend that you consider some less common, but definitely helpful gifts. Millions of pets wander off each year, unable to find their way back home. A microchip, along with proper registration, can insure your pet's safe return in case he becomes lost.
An even greater number of pets are given up to shelters because of behavior issues. Consider investing in professional training for your pet in order to help prevent this tragedy. Sites
embroidered patches like and can help you find the right tools for any behavior issue.
Lastly, the gift of time matters most to your pet. Plan on spending some extra hours this holiday season with your pet. Our pets give us so much and ask so little in return.
Dr. Roger Redman is a veterinarian and owner of Ark Veterinary Hospital in Wooster. He can be reached at 330-262-3465 or .
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