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Top Gifts For Dog Lovers

Dog Lovers Gift Guide

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11. Brown Dog Cross-Stich Pattern

Brown Dog Cross-stitchDesign © 2006 Connie G. Thomas
What can be more touching that giving an original, handmade gift to your favorite dog lovers? The About.com guide to Cross-stitch has featured this adorable pattern of a brown dog. Consider taking the time to give homemade gifts this year - it really shows that you care.

12. Peticure Elite Grooming Tool

Peticure Elite Grooming ToolImage courtesy of Peticure
The Peticure Elite Grooming Tool can make life so much easier for dog owners. Nail trimming is really frustrating for so many owners and dogs because of the pain it can cause. This tool grinds down the nails gradually, making nail care painless and easier to control. The Peticure Grooming Tool can make a wonderful gift!

13. PetBuckle Seat Belt Harness

Mazie, a Yellow Lab models PetBuckle Seat Belt Harness for DogsPhoto © Jenna Stregowski
Giving the PetBuckle Seat Belt Harness as a gift is an excellent way to send a positive message about car safety for dogs. Many dog owners can forget how important it is to keep dogs buckled up. This is an especially appropriate gift for new dog owners.

14. Dyson DC31 Animal Handheld Vacuum

Dyson DC31 VacuumImage courtesy of Dyson
At this price point, we are not talking about a stocking stuffer here. However, if you know a pet lover you'd like to splurge on, this great handheld vacuum is the perfect gift. Especially great for neat freaks and owners of multiple pets, this Dyson is sure to please. It's even great for those of us who just don't want to spend extra time cleaning.

15. Charitable Donations

Making a donation to someone's favorite charity in their name can be a lovely gift for the right person. Plenty of people would rather have a tangible gift, so make sure you know the person well enough before choosing this gift or it could make the recipient feel slighted. However, if you know that the person is active in an organization or passionate about a specific charity, the gift will probably be well-received. Tip: If you are torn between the two, make your donation but also include a small token gift.

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