12 Days of Christmas - day 12: gifts for pet owners

We’re celebrating the run up to Christmas a little early with our very own 12 Days of Christmas Gift Guide. Throughout November, we’ll be uploading a selection of gifts for everyone from gardeners to lovers of food, pet owners to families, in order to help you find perfect presents tailored to your loved ones’ interests.

For day 12 we introduce great gifts for pet owners:

Meteorlight LED Pet Ball: £12.95

The MeteorLight LED Pet Ball is around the size of a tennis ball, is great fun for dogs and ideal for dark winter evenings. It saves scrambling around in the grass for your dog toys and it's a durable, so will stand up to the toughest of treatment from your pet.

Walking the Dog: Motorway Walks for Drivers and Dogs: £4.99

This book, which features many walks in or around motorway service stations across the UK, is made for those who either take their dog to work with them or are in for a long car journey. It also thoughtfully recommends a pub, restaurant or picnic bench for each walk so you'll never be caught hungry.

Good Guide to Dog Friendly Pubs, Hotels and B & B’s: £7.49

A great book for those who often find themselves in an unknown place, hungry and with dog in tow. Now with a fantastic easy-to-use page layout and fully updated information, the guide provides you with hundreds of wonderful places in the UK to drink, eat and stay with your pet.

Dog Christmas Log: £2.79

We all love Christmas goodies and your best friend is no exception. Treat him to this tasty Christmas logtreat.

Jar of Organic Pet Treats: £8.50

Big Little House have produced these sumptuously presented jars of dog treats as a festive gift for your pet. The beauty of this present is that once the treats have all gone, the jar can be refilled and used again.

Natural Dog Shampoo: £8.99

Scruffy Chops Dog shampoo is made from 98% natural ingredients, making this an ideal gift for a pampered pooch. With this gift, as well as having a sparkling clean and healthy coat, your dog will smell wonderful too.

Riding Gloves: £9.50

Banish red-chapped knuckles with these suede riding gloves. They'd make a thoughtful gift to any keen horserider or dog walker. The gloves have good grip and are machine washable.

Your Pet Photo Shopper: £14.99

Simply upload your favorite pet photo to create a personalised Christmas gift. The picture is printed on a durable canvas shopping bag using a high-quality transfer to ensure clarity and colour quality.

‘Walkies’ Thank you cards, Rosie Robins: £4.50

Every pet-owner relies on a faithful friend or neighbour to feed or walk their pet while they are away. These beautifully handcrafted thank you cards will convey how much their care and attention has meant. Snap them up now as a Christmas gift and they can be brought out when they are needed. The cards are personalised with a pet’s name to make these cards a really thoughtful little gift.

Catnip Fishy, Giddy Kipper: £4

Your cat will go mad for these fish-shaped cat toys in festive colours. Made from cotton, and stuffed with catnip, they’re sure to delight your feline friend.

Vet’s Fees Money Pot: £19.95

A humorous jibe at the dedicated animal lover this ‘Vet’s Fees’ money pot adds a bit of fun to saving. The pots are hand-thrown in Italy and come with a fortune coin already inside.

Welly Socks: from £9.99

For all those cold mornings when we still have to get up early to take the dog out or see to the chickens, welly socks are the perfect solution.There are several on the market ranging from Hunters simple fleece design through to Breenie's fleece leg with a faux cuff. Whichever your preference these would make a great Christmas gift.