The stockings were hung by the chimney with care… but wait! Is there one for your dog? Our furry friends enjoy a good surprise just as much as we do, so filling their stockings with a little joy this year is the perfect way to keep spirits merry and bright. We know holiday shopping can be a lot, so we made a list of 10 stocking stuffers that are sure to make your dog’s tail wag on Christmas morning!

1. Homemade Dog Treats: This is a great way to flex your baking muscles or to support a small business that specializes in homemade pet treats. You can never go wrong with homemade treats because their ingredients are simple and don’t have any added sugars or bad ingredients that can harm your dog.

2. Dental Treats: This is a perfect way to help your dog ‘keep pup’ with their dental health while letting them have a sweet treat. If your dog doesn’t let you brush their teeth regularly, these treats will help fight plaque and tartar build up.

3. Christmas-Themed Accessories : This is a great way to add some holiday cheer to your dog during the holidays or you can go simple and less holiday-themed with a pattern to their collar, sweater, bandana or bow that can be worn year-round! Spruce up their accessories and have them be the best dressed on the block.

4. A Rope Toy: Does your furry one love to play tug-of-war with you? Surprise them with a new rope toy in their stocking to keep the game going!

5. Travel bowl and Water Bottle: If you and Fido like to be on the go, a travel water bowl or bottle is the perfect gift for the both of you. There are foldable bowls and water bottles that look just like human ones with a little attached bowl where the water comes out - perfect for traveling!

6. Squeaky Toys: Most dogs get a kick out of toys that make sounds and there are so many different sounds out there - squeakers, honking and rustling, oh my! PLUS, the plush animals that come with the squeakers are so adorable and a great noisy companion for your pup to carry around and play with.

7. Kong Toys: If you have a chewer, this is the paw-fect addition to their stocking! Known for their quality, the Kong brand is a great way for your dog to have some fun and get their chew on while not destroying a toy within 5 seconds of receiving it.

8. Dog Booties: Paws can be sensitive, especially during the colder months, so a pair of new dog booties will help to keep their feet warm and out of the snow. They can also help protect against any salt that’s laid down on sidewalks too!

9. Tennis Balls: Tennis balls are cheap, traditional and still a fun way to get your dog to expend some of their energy. They fit easily in stockings and will bring lots of cheer to your tennis ball chasing pup when they unwrap their joy Christmas morning.

10. A New Blanket: There’s nothing better than replacing that old, worn out blanket with a new soft and cozy one! Your pup will be thanking you for a new soft blanket on the couch or on their bed, especially in the winter months.

Want to do more than just make your dog’s tail wag this holiday season? While shopping for their stocking stuffers, try to keep it local and help out your small businesses in the Lancaster community! Check out these small pet businesses in Lancaster County while you’re out and about shopping for Fido this holiday season:

Bites of Love

https://www.instagram.com/bitesoflove_bykylee/

Woof ‘n Tails

 809 New Holland Avenue, Lancaster

Lancaster Pet Bakery

 Lancaster Central Market and Facebook

Paw Prints

 3529 Old Philadelphia Pike, Intercourse PA or check out their website https://www.kitchenkettle.com/members/pawprints.asp

For the Love of Dog 

30 W. Market Street, Marietta

Happy Healthy Hounds 

Prussian Street Arcade, Lancaster and Facebook

My Best Friend’s Pawstry Shop

 Facebook or their website https://mybestfriendspawstryshop.com/

If you’re looking for a gift that keeps on giving this holiday season, Going Mutts Pet Services has the thing for you - daily dog walks! Give your pup the gift of a daily dog walker that extends beyond the holiday season. We would love to help with your pet holiday needs this season - and beyond - when time becomes short and you need a helping paw. Customize your pet care needs with dog walking, daily cat and dog check-ins and playtime while you’re away. Contact us today to see how we can help!