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Christmas time is upon us. It’s a time of bright lights and excitement, hustle, and bustle. We shop for our loved ones and fill the house with striking decorations and hurry around trying to manage dozens of extra errands. But in all the excitement and wonder, we often forget that the holidays might be a very different experience for our animal companions and furry friends.
Some people may think it’s silly to give our pets Christmas presents. But even though our furry friends don’t know what a holiday is, they know that they are getting less attention and that their routine is different. Plus, their home looks and smells different too.
These 12 Handmade Christmas gifts for your pets will help you show your furry friends how much they mean to you. And really, isn’t that what the holidays are all about?
12 Handmade Christmas Gifts for Pets
Handmade Christmas Stocking Dog Toy
Versatile and direct to make, this darling Christmas stocking pattern from Swoodson Says includes strategically placed treat pockets for your dog or cat to enjoy.
Handmade Wooden Dog Bone Ornament
There are so many uses for these wooden dog bone ornaments from Craft’s Unleashed. We love the option of attaching them to a bag of homemade treats and giving them as gifts to other four-legged friends.
Distressed Gingerbread Man Cat Toy
Holiday cat toys don’t get much cuter than this distressed gingerbread man from Dream a Little Bigger.
Dog Christmas Dress Pattern
Sew the well fitted Christmas dress (hello furry Mrs. Claus!) for your little pooch with this straightforward-to-use pattern from Mimi and Tara.
Handmade Indoor Cat Grass Garden
All cats, but particularly indoor cats, love the taste of cat grass. Follow the lead of Typically direct and create your own indoor cat grass garden this holiday season.
Homemade Catnip Treats
Take your homemade cat treats to a whole new level by adding catnip. Cats go crazy for the stuff and this recipe from Mess for Less is clearly straightforward to make.
3 Ingredient Salmon Treats
Your kitty will love these direct and delicious salmon treats from The Cookie Rookie. This go-to treat recipe was even featured in Family Circle Magazine earlier this year.
“Catscraper” Scratching Post
This Handmade scratching post designed by Maison Kuotidien is admittedly a little time consuming, but we think the hours of entertainment it provides for your cat make it well worth it. It’s also affordable with all the materials costing less than $10 total.
Homemade Cat Treats
Mess for Less is back with another recipe for treats that your feline pal is sure to enjoy this holiday season. Wrap them up in cute little jars and give them as presents to your fellow cat moms and dads.
Apple Cinnamon Handmade Dog Donut Cookies
Proud Dog Mom’s recipe for dog donut cookies is sure to be a crowd-pleaser with your furry friends. With ingredients like honey, whole wheat flour, and Greek yogurt, you’ll be tempted to sneak a few for yourself.
Banana Pup Pops
All you need to make these pup pops from Bitz n Giggles is a food processor, bananas, peanut butter, and yogurt. Bonus points for adding a dog treat as a popsicle stick!
Dog Enrichment Toy
The Nerd’s Wife shows how straightforward it is to make an enriching toy for your dog out of PVC pipe.
Plus look at these, 25 Homemade Snacks for Dogs!
