Cool Dog Gifts
Your co-worker is throwing a big birthday bash for Sam, the love of her life. No big deal -- until you find out Sam is her rottweiler. Now you have to figure out what type of gift Sam would enjoy. Dog treats are too obvious and according to your co-worker, Sam doesn't eat anything aside from premium dog food anyway. If you're looking for a cool gift for a dog, consider a few other options.
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Material Things
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Have a personal towel made for the dog to use at bath time. Have the dog's image printed on the front and its name printed on the back. For cold winter nights, purchase an oversized doggie blanket for it to snuggle under. Personalize the blanket by having the dog's name embroidered on it. Choose a doggie outfit according to the occasion. For instance, purchase a red and green sweater for Christmas or a sweatshirt with an American flag on it for the Fourth of July. Include a cap and doggie socks to complete the set.
Collars
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Personalize a collar with the dog's name or a funny saying, such as "... And He Thinks He's Walking Me." Give a masculine dog a classic spiked collar. For fun, include a leather jacket -- real or fake -- and a cap to complete the set. If you're buying for a a princess pooch choose a pink, fuzzy collar or one with rhinestone studs. Include a specialized charm, such as a tiny heart or star. For an environmentally friendly gift, purchase a vintage cotton collar. For nighttime walking, purchase a glow-in-the-dark collar or a cloth collar that features durable reflective tape.
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Bedding
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Incorporate a little something for the owner by purchasing a dog bed featuring a logo of his favorite collegiate sports team. The owner will appreciate a pillow with an image of himself and the dog printed on it with a caption like, "Best Friends." Throw mats, blankets and pillows come in environmentally friendly styles and can be personalized with photographs or the dog's name.
Other Ideas
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Dogs love to play. Replace its dirty plastic squeaky toy with a sporty rope tug in the shape of a football or soccer ball. The owner pulls the ball at one end while the dog yanks at the other. For a day in the park, try a bubble blower. Purchase a blower with the bubbles scented in bacon, chicken and peanut butter flavors. Give a pet-friendly gift basket filled a variety of goodies, such as a pet grooming gift certificate, natural antioxidant supplements and personalized dog treats.
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