The best UK Christmas gifts for pets: 17 pawfect presents for cats, dogs and furry friends

Looking for a gift that’ll get tails wagging? We’ve rounded up cosy recycled fleeces, bamboo toys and delicious treats to delight pets (and their humans)

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Our pets are part of the family – 36% of households in the UK own a dog, and about 29% a cat – so it’s no wonder that we want to treat them at Christmas. Many will undoubtedly enjoy the paper you wrap the present in as much as what’s inside, yet it’s still worth making the effort to find that perfect (pawfect?) gift.

As an owner of two dogs, I like to make informed choices about what I buy them; I try to avoid plastic where I can (especially since the whippet loves to destroy a plastic toy), but it’s not always possible, and some of the products below do contain plastic. I opt for robust collars and leads (the brand mentioned here also runs a take-back scheme for worn-out gear), and hunt down independent companies instead of big brands. Ultimately, design-led, natural products will usually look better around your house and, in my experience, last longer.