Looking for the right gift for someone who deeply cares about animals? Whether they're passionate about rescuing, advocating, or simply sharing their lives with animals, these gift ideas are designed to honor that connection. From practical tools to items that support animal welfare, this guide offers options that are personal, meaningful, and fun.
Catio
A Catio gives indoor cats safe access to the outdoors with a catio—an enclosed patio space designed to let cats enjoy sunshine and fresh air without the risks of free-roaming. It’s a great option for feline wellbeing and wildlife safety.
Cat Beaded Bracelet that Helps Feed Stray Cats
This bracelet is not only a piece of jewelry that she will love, the purchase also goes to feeding hungry cats. Each purchase comes with a QR code to see the animals enjoying the meals that you purchased!
Grab a Bracelet — Feed Stray Cats and Dogs.
Litter-Robot 3 Connect
Cleaning the litter box just got easier. The Litter-Robot 3 Connect is a self-cleaning, app-enabled litter box allows cat parents to track and manage waste from anywhere, offering convenience and better hygiene.
Wag! gift card
Whether they need drop-in visits or help while they travel, a gift card for Wag drop-in services provides peace of mind knowing their cats are cared for when they can't be there.
Some We Love, Some We Hate, Some We Eat
Few books are as thought-provoking as Some We Love, Some We Hate, Some We Eat by Dr Hal Herzog. This highly-acclaimed book examines the complexities of human/animal relationships and the myriad factors that affect how we view animals’ place in the world. A very intriguing read for any animal lover.
Dark Horse Coffee Bundle
For the conscious coffee lover, get this pack of three dark roast coffees, that fills their cup while doing good.
This coffee is 100% organic and fair trade, fresh roasted in Minneapolis, MN. When purchasing, you can choose which cause to support and they can know this gift helped provide pet food and care, conserving rainforests and habitats, providing emergency animal medical care and so much more.
RescueBox
RescueBox lets your animal activist spoil their pet and help animals in need at the same time. Sign the Animal Activist in your life up for a subscription and they’ll receive a box of premium toys, treats, and chews every month. Even better, the subscription helps feed animals in need as part of the Animal Rescue Site’s Subscribe 2 Good program.
Colorful Glass Hanging Bird Bath and Feeder
Support wildlife when you purchase this beautiful, colorful, textured glass hanging bird bath and feeder, designed to attract birds for a refreshing drink or a nourishing meal.
Support wildlife in your own backyard, while helping to fund wildlife care. This beautiful gift is durable and weather-resistant, the perfect way to enjoy nature in your own space.
An Introduction to Wildlife Rehabilitation
Even with the best of intentions, it can be difficult to know how to best care for an injured wild animal. But An Introduction to Wildlife Rehabilitation, by Nancy A. Schwarz, will teach you the basics you need to know to lend a helping hand. It covers everything from general care and feeding instructions to housing requirements and how to physically examine animals, so add it to an animal rescuer’s Christmas stocking today.
Survival Pet First Aid Kit
When you come across a sick or injured animal, it’s important that you have the right supplies on hand to provide the care they urgently need. That’s where the Survival Pet First Aid Kit comes in handy. This essential kit comes with a waist belt and features saline, bandages, dressings, swabs, tweezers, and much more. It’s a must-have for any animal rescuer.
The purchase of this product helps feed shelter dogs!
Nothing shows how much you care, than the gift of protection for their pets. These 2-pack vinyl pet alert stickers lets first responders know that there are animals inside in need of rescue in the case of an emergency. It is recommended to keep these on every window of your house. Get a pack for all of your family and friends with pets and help them keep their whole family safe!
Pet Dreamland hands-free double leash
Great for walking multiple dogs, this hands-free double leash from Pet Dreamland will reduce strain and help keep dogs close and comfortable. Featuring a tangle-free 360-degree swivel splitter, the leash attaches to your waist and is designed to absorb the shock of dogs who love to pull.
Illumiseen LED dog collars
The Illumiseen’s LED dog collars improve nighttime visibility for safety—and help distinguish between dogs if you’re walking more than one.
Did You Feed the Dog? tracker
Another simple but very practical gift, Did You Feed the Dog? helps busy households keep pets on a consistent feeding schedule with magnets on the back help you mount it in the most convenient location.
Barkbox subscription
When you sign a dog lover up to Barkbox, they'll get a customized box of toys and treats delivered every month — "pawfect" for the Pack Leader whose pups are notorious chewers!
Nerf Dog Tennis Ball Blaster
If you thought throwing a tennis ball for 1 ball-obsessed dog was hard work, try doing it for 2 or 3! Give the Pack Leader’s shoulder a rest and pop the Nerf Dog Tennis Ball Blaster in their Christmas stocking. Capable of launching balls up to 50 feet, it’ll help them tire out all of their 4-legged friends.
Adjustable lizard leash with wings
Buying for the proud pet parent of a Bearded Dragon? This adorable lizard leash is sure to put a smile on their face. Made of leather and featuring nylon rope, it’s as practical as it is cute. With this harness in place, their pet will certainly turn plenty of heads.
Exo Terra Natural Terrarium
If you really want to wow a reptile enthusiast, treat them to a new Exo Terra Natural Terrarium. This high-quality reptile habitat will help them give their pet reptile a happy and comfortable home, while its easy-to-clean features will save them time on animal upkeep.
National Geographic Kids Ultimate Reptileopedia
Looking for gift ideas for a younger reptile fan? National Geographic Kids’ Ultimate Reptileopedia is sure to put a smile on their face. This ultimate reference guide is full of fascinating reptile facts and jaw-dropping images to help fuel their love of these amazing creatures.
Healthy Homemade Dog Treats recipe book
Want to give the Baker some inspiration to help them take their kitchen game to the next level? Healthy Homemade Dog Treats is just what they need. Featuring more than 70 nutritious recipes for tasty dog treats, this helps home bakers spoil their dogs while knowing exactly what’s inside.
Cat and dog cookie cutters
Once they’ve got a host of great recipes to choose from, they’ll need something special to really make their treats a cut above the rest. And that’s where pet-themed cookie cutters come to the party. Take this Christmas tree cat cookie cutter or dog cookie cutter set for example — what pet lover wouldn’t love to have them in your baking arsenal?
Dog tail treat canister
All those tasty treats they bake are going to need to be stored somewhere to keep them fresh, and where better than this dog tail treat canister? This ceramic jar is oh so cute and will look right at home in any pet treat baker’s kitchen.
Cat and dog aprons
The best bakers know that sometimes things can get a little messy in the kitchen. Help the animal lover in your life stay clean and crispy with this Claswcalor dog apron if they’re crazy about canines, or this Duduho cat apron if they fancy felines. They’re cute, they’re stylish, and they’re extremely practical.
Ruffwear Approach
It’s a big wide world out there, and if your pup is going to explore it with you, they’ll need to bring plenty of supplies. A high-quality hiking pack is a must, and the Ruffwear Approach fits the bill “pawfectly”. This doggy pack features a saddlebag design and is available in 4 sizes ranging from extra-small to large/extra-large. It’s also made with durability in mind, so it should be tough enough to handle whatever the trail throws at you.
PetSafe HappyRide Dog Bicycle Trailer
The Adventurer’s dog may not be able to ride a bike, but that doesn’t mean they have to miss out on the fun of a bicycling odyssey. The HappyRide dog bicycle trailer is quick and easy to hitch up to your bike, so it’s a breeze to tow your dog with you everywhere you go. And with storage pouches on the outside of the trailer, you can also carry all the essentials for your outdoor adventure.
Kurgo K9 Rucksack
If the Adventurer you’re buying for has a dog who loves exploring new sights but not the hard work required to get to them, the Kurgo K9 Rucksack is a wonderful gift idea. Designed to hold pups up to 25 pounds, it includes side and top ventilation while also having room for a laptop. Wherever their urban or backcountry adventures lead, they’ll love having the Kurgo K9 Rucksack along for the ride.
BarkerBag dog sleeping bag
Heading out into the wilderness for a camping trip with your pup produces plenty of memorable experiences. But when night falls and the temperature drops, it’s important that you and your dog can stay toasty warm. That’s why we love the BarkerBag dog sleeping bag, which zips into the side of your sleeping bag so you and your fur-baby can snuggle up all night long.
Adventure Cats: Living 9 Lives to the Fullest
Dogs aren’t the only fur-babies that love adventure — in fact, you might be surprised just how easy it is to experience some amazing outdoor adventures with a cat. Adventure Cats: Living 9 Lives to the Fullest is the ultimate guide to exploring the wild with your cat. We’re talking hiking, camping, kayaking, and even surfing, which makes this the ideal gift to show the Adventurer that the sky's the limit.
Let’s face it: pet foster parents are pretty special people. They welcome pets of all ages into a loving home environment, and they go through the heartbreak of saying goodbye to their fosters just to help pets in need of a second chance find their forever home.
In other words, they deserve to be spoiled. These gift ideas will brighten any foster parent's day!
Pet Treater Deluxe Dog Pack or Pet Treater Multi-Cat Pack
Every pet, even those who are yet to find their forever home, deserves to be spoiled every once in a while. So why not help the foster carer in your life make the animals in their care feel special with a Pet Treater subscription? With a Pet Treater Deluxe Dog Pack or Pet Treater Multi-Cat Pack, they’ll get a monthly box full of toys, treats, and extra goodies to help all their foster pets feel loved.
Polka dot paw pajama set
At the end of a long day caring for animals, sometimes all an exhausted foster carer wants to do is enjoy a relaxing night on the couch. And they’ll be snug and warm doing that in this polka dot paw pajama set from the Animal Rescue Site. These pajamas are comfy, cozy, and have a cute paw theme. Even better, your purchase will help feed shelter animals, so it’s a gift that keeps on giving.
Pet store gift card
OK, so a gift card isn’t the most personal of gifts, but it’s the sort of practical present that can make a real difference in any foster home. Choose their favorite pet store and load up a card with cash, so that they can stock up on whatever they require to provide a happy home for pets in need.
Zesty Paws Calming Bites
For timid and anxious dogs, arriving at a new foster home can be a very stressful time. But with a big jar of Zesty Paws Calming Bites on hand, those pensive pets will be calmer, more composed, and maybe even relaxed. Along with a whole lot of love and affection, this will make settling into a new foster home a whole lot easier.