The Best Holiday Gifts for Dog Moms

The holiday season is upon us, and that means many of us are still scurrying around trying to find last-minute gifts for our loved ones. Wag! knows how much pets mean to their people and how difficult it can be to shop for a dog mom that has everything. Don't worry, though — we've got you!

We've scoured the internet in search of the best holiday gifts for dog moms to make sure your present is a hit. Below are some "mutts-haves" for the fur-mama in your life.

There's nothing cozier than bundling up in a soft sweatshirt on a frosty winter day. But Pupsentials sweatshirts aren't your average crewneck! They specialize in embroidery designs that are hand-drawn and custom-made based on the submitted pet portraits. 

These beautiful renderings can be placed on any of their nine sweatshirt color options and come in sizes small to 2X. The company even offers proofs before shipping and allows two free revisions if you feel the design is not quite right. You can even add multiple pets to the design! 

Help your friend start the new year on the right paw with a handy notebook like this minimalistic, dog-themed journal by World Traveler. They'll appreciate this adorable, flex-cover notebook to help organize their busy life and jot down everything from pet-sitting instructions to vet info! The binding and lay flat style make taking notes a breeze, and since it's only 5 inches wide and just over 7 inches long, it is the perfect size to slip inside a purse, making it a thoughtful and practical gift for any occasion.

Related: 5 Bullet Journal Spread Ideas for Pets

Every dog mom needs a cute bag, and what cuter outfit accessory is there than your beloved fur-baby? This sherpa-lined tote is the perfect balance of cuteness and comfort for your furry companion. The Sherpa lining is detachable and machine washable for easy cleaning, and the bag has storage compartments to hold all your necessities. The built-in tether will give you peace of mind and prevent any escape attempts. 

Image sourced from Chewy. Copyright PetWise, Inc.

Rescued Wine Candles is a home fragrance company with a greater purpose. Not only do these wine-themed smell fantastic, but proceeds from every sale benefit dog rescues like K9s 4 Keeps, Pawsitive Ohio, and the Fetching Tails Foundation.

These candles are also eco-friendly — they're made from recycled wine bottles and paper. We hear that all the candles are amazing, but their champagne-scented soy candle is a cult favorite.  Many of their products are available on Amazon, too!

Dog leashes are a pet parent essential, but they can clutter a space if you don't have a designated place to store them. An aesthetic dog leash holder will prevent leashes from getting tangled and look great in your friend's entryway. There are tons of cute dog leash hangers available online, but our favorite is this "His and Hers" leash holder by Mudpie!

Image sourced from Chewy. Copyright Mudpie.

The Closer Pets TreatView is paws down, the hottest tech gift for pet parents on the market right now. This treat dispensing camera has two-way audio, a 130-degree viewing field, and 16GB of storage so users can review old videos of their fur-babies. Not only is this a fun way to interact with your fur-baby while you're away, but it can also give the dog mom in your life the gift of peace of mind.

Image sourced from Chewy. Copyright USA Closer Pets.

Give your favorite dog mom a gift that allows them to take a piece of their pet with them wherever they go — an engraved pet photo charm bracelet! You'll find plenty of pet bangle options on Etsy — we've picked one option that's tarnish-resistant and hypoallergenic. The bracelet is available in silver, gold, and rose gold finishes and can hold several custom charms for all your friend's fur-babies.

When we found this doggy and human apron set at Petco, we knew it HAD to make the list. This set by Merry Makings is paw-fect for dog moms that spend a lot of time in the kitchen and would be adorable as a prop for a fur family photoshoot. The doggy chef hat even has a soft adjustable chin strap so their pooch can live out their chef fantasy in comfort! The best part is it's machine washable!

Image sourced from Petco. Copyright Merry Makings.

If your favorite dog mom is in the dark about the heritage of her pooch, an Embark dog DNA test is the "pawfect" present! These tests offer insight into a dog's breed and reveal valuable genetic information, like what physical traits and health conditions run in the dog's family. I bought one for my rescue dog as a birthday present for myself. It was fascinating learning his breed and seeing what genetic factors he carried.  For more information, check out our guide to dog DNA tests!

Image sourced from Chewy. Copyright Embark Veterinary, Inc.

Every dog mom needs somewhere safe to put their jewelry before doggy bathtime! This adorable celestial dog-themed tray by Fringe Studio is great for storing jewelry or other trinkets when you're in a rush. The glazed ceramic design and gold detail is *chefs kiss*! Pair this with a cute pair of earrings or a bracelet for the paw-fect gift! 

Image sourced from Chewy. Copyright Fringe Studio.

What's better than a cup of hot coffee in the morning? A cup of hot coffee that gives back! Grounds & Hounds Coffee Co. believes in just that, giving 20% of all its profits to rescue organizations working to find loving families for homeless dogs. Besides its incredible mission, Grounds & Hounds has amazing fair-trade coffee, which is sustainably sourced and organic!

We recommend the Three Blend Starter Kit, which includes three of the company's most "pawpular" blends. The website even allows you to customize the starter kit to your friend's brewing preference, with whole bean, ground, and single-serve pod options available. Grounds & Hounds also offers gourmet hot cocoa samplers on their website for people who don't like the strong stuff. The best part is many of their offerings are now available on Amazon for those Prime girlies!

This gift is for those dog moms with teeny weenie Chiweenies! Dog strollers are a safe and convenient way for pet parents to keep their pet with them at all times, and who doesn't want that?

We love the PetGear Travel Lite Pet Stroller because it's lightweight, stores compactly, and has zip-up mesh screens to keep your pet cool and prevent escape attempts. It even comes in 3 cute colors: black, navy, and pink!

GPS dog trackers are an invaluable tool for pet loss prevention, so why not give the gift of peace of mind to your favorite dog mom? The Whistle Go Explore tracks dogs with an impressive 15-second refresh rate and sends location and health alerts directly to the pet parent's phone.

This device also helps parents keep tabs on their pet's activity levels, sleep schedule, and behaviors to help parents identify health problems early on. The Whistle Go Explore is only approved for dogs weighing 25 pounds or more and comes in two colors pink and neon green. If your friend has a smaller pet, consider the Cube Real Time GPS Dog and Cat Tracker.

Related: 5 Affordable GPS Collars to Keep Your Pets Safe

The K9 Sport Sack is a great gift for active mamas who enjoy hiking with their fur-babies. This bag is designed to distribute your pet's weight evenly to reduce back strain and keep the furry passenger secure. 

It has ventilation pockets to ensure dogs don't get overheated while backpacking and plenty of compartments for storing treats, poo bags, and collapsible bowls. It comes in sizes small to large and can support K9s up to 31 inches in circumference, making it great for an array of small and medium breeds. Did we mention it comes in three colors too? We personally love the mint option!

Image sourced from Chewy. Copyright K9 Sport Sack.

Give your favorite dog mom a break from her daily duties with a Wag! gift card! She can use your gift to buy herself some doggy-free time or spend it on a training sesh to help her pooch sharpen their skills! That's not all either, Wag! Gift Cards are redeemable for any  pet care services through Wag!, including:

• 20, 30, or 60-minute dog walks
• Drop-ins
  
• Dog sitting
• Dog boarding
• In-home and virtual dog training
• Wag! Vet Chat
• Wag! Premium
  

Gift card amounts start as low as $25 (which is "pawlenty" to cover a walk!) — making this an inexpensive yet thoughtful holiday gift for every dog mom.

Check out more of our gift guides for more ideas on what to get a dog mom in your life!

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• Best Gift Ideas for Cat Lovers
• Stocking Stuffers for Dog Lovers
• Unique Gift Ideas for Animal Lovers