The Best Dog Dad Gifts for Father's Day

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We don’t know about you, but Father’s Day really snuck up on us this year. Rushing to find a last-minute gift? Don’t worry — your secret is safe with us! We’ve sniffed out some unique Father’s Day gift ideas for dog dads. No matter what Dad and Dexter like to do, you’re sure to find a gift they’ll both love.

Keep your fur-baby safe on Father's Day by buying the dog dad in your life an LED dog collar. Blazin's LED Dog Collar keeps your pup safe when off-leash at night, whether you're at your local dog park or in the wilderness. 

With 1,000 feet of visibility and 8 hours of charge, it's one of the best light-up collars on the market. Waterproof and made of strong nylon, it'll withstand everything from late-night dog walks to the wildest of adventures. The Blazin' LED Dog Collar is available in 4 sizes and various colors.

Price: $24.99

Why we love it:

• Superior LED design to alternative light-up collars
• Long battery life and visibility range
• Waterproof and durable

Product image sourced from Chewy. Copyright Blazin' USA.

Let's play ball! Support the dog dad in your life's favorite MLB team by getting their fur-baby a baseball jersey. Pick from several popular baseball teams, including the Yankees, Dodgers, Astros, and Mets. These officially licensed shirts come in 5 sizes to fit all pooches. All shirts are machine-washable with strong overlock stitching for easy cleaning and durability. 

Price: $15.99

Why we love it:

• Officially licensed MLB jersey for dogs
• Available for 9 teams
• Machine washable for easy cleaning

Product image sourced from Chewy. Copyright Pets First.

Help your favorite dog dad learn about their mutt's ancestry with an Embark DNA Test for Dogs. Embark produces one of the most accurate and easy-to-use doggy DNA tests on the market, which screens for more than 350 dog breeds. 

Plus, you can find your fur-baby's long-lost family — 90% of dogs tested with Embark find a relative. It'll also give dog dads peace of mind by screening for over 230 genetic health concerns. 

Price: $199.00

Why we love it:

• One of the most accurate and pawpular dog DNA tests
• Tests for ancestry, relatives, and health concerns
• Get results in less than 4 weeks

Product image sourced from Chewy. Copyright Embark.

Looking for a way to help Dad work on his long-passing and entertain his pup at the same time? Try the Nerf Dog Feeder Football Dog Toy on for size! Lightweight and durable, this football toy is made of rubber and can withstand plenty of ruff play. 

Dad can put treats inside the football to turn it into a puzzle toy and behavior training aide. If the football gets dirty after a day's play, stick it in the dishwasher for no-fuss cleaning.

Price: $14.99

Why we love it:

• Durable rubber football toy
• Fill it with treats and use it as a puzzle or behavior toy
• Dishwasher-safe for easy cleaning

Product image sourced from Chewy. Copyright Hasbro.

This Father's Day, treat Dad to discounts on pet care and world-class pet products! Sniff out a deal on the Petted insurance comparison tool, or help Dad save big on Nom Nom fresh dog food. Gain access to 24/7 Wag! Vet Chat, 10% off all Wag! services, VIP customer support, and so much more. It's the pawfect gift for a devoted dog dad!

Price: $14.99/month or $9.99/month if purchased annually

Why we love it:

• 10% off all Wag! services and no booking fees
• Discounts on 10+ world-class pet care brands
• Access to 24/7 Wag! Vet Chat
  

Unleash your dog's inner Jedi with the Star Wars The Mandalorian Grogu Personalized Dog Collar. Featuring an adorable doodle pattern of Grogu and Mando, this gift is extra special since you can customize with the pup's name! It's also machine-washable and made of durable plastic with an easy-clip buckle.

Price: $28.00

Why we love it:

• Whimsical doodle-print Grogu dog collar
• Customized just for Dad
  
• Machine-washable
• Available in sizes extra-small to large

Product image sourced from Chewy. Copyright Lucasfilm Ltd.

Any tech-savvy dog dad who works long hours will love this automatic feeder by Arf Pets. Hook up the feeder to Wi-Fi and use a mobile device to schedule and track your dog's breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Download the Arf Pets App to adjust portion sizes, review food logs, and much more!

Dad can keep an eye on his fur-baby from anywhere thanks to the the feeder's video and audio functionality. The food chamber can hold 20 cups of dry food at a time — perfect if Dad is often out of the house for long periods. 

Price: $139.99

Why we love it:

• Wi-Fi-connected automatic feeder with camera and microphone
• Adjust feeding times and portions from the Arf Pets App
• Holds 20 cups of dry food
• App available for Android and iOS

Product image sourced from Chewy. Copyright Arf Pets.

Dog dads who often travel with doggos will love the Mobile Dog Gear Week Away Tote Pet Travel Bag. This lightweight tote features 6 storage areas, with 2 built-in bowls to feed your pooch on the go. It also includes lined carriers for food, a placemat, and a luggage ID tag. 

The Week Away Tote Bag meets airline carry-on requirements, in case Dad and doggo are taking to the skies. Never forget any canine essentials again!

Price: $89.99

Why we love it:

• The pawfect size travel bag for dogs
• Comes with collapsable bowls, food containers, and a placemat
• Meets airline carry-on requirements

Product image sourced from Chewy. Copyright Mobile Dog Gear.

Keep your hound hydrated with the portable dog water bottle and bowl by Highwave. This pawpular product is perfect for dog dads that love hiking with their fur-baby, but have trouble getting them to drink water on dusty trails.

Able to hold 20 ounces of water, the Highwave AutoDogMug has a simple but effective design. Just squeeze the water bottle lightly, and the bowl fills with water. When your dog is done drinking, relax your grip, and the water returns to the bottle. It fits easily in most car cup holders and bicycle bottle holders and also has a strap for easy carrying.

Price: $20.00

Why we love it:

• Simple but effective doggy water bottle
• Fits in bicycle bottle holders and car cupholders
• Comes in five colors
• Made with food-grade polypropylene plastic for safety and durability

Product image sourced from Chewy. Copyright Highwave.

The Outward Hound Agility Course is pawfect for the dog dad who's always trying to improve their doggo's training. The kit includes 3 obstacles: 4 weave poles, a collapsible tunnel, and an adjustable jump. Each obstacle is super simple to assemble, and a storage bag makes it easy to put away. 

Price: $44.99

Why we love it:

• Affordable indoor agility course for beginners
• Comes with 3 easy-to-assemble obstacles
• Easy to store and highly portable

Product image sourced from Chewy. Copyright Outward Hound.

Show us your Father’s Day gifts!

And that’s a wrap on our favorite Father’s Day gift ideas for dog dads! If you treated Dad to any of these gifts, we’d pawsitively love to see them. Share your snaps on Instagram @wag, and don’t forget to tag #wagwalking — we just might share your dog-dad duo on our feed! Happy Father’s Day to all the dads of two- and four-legged children!