Sentimental Pet Lover Gifts That Will Melt Their Heart
Sentimental Pet Lover Gifts That Will Melt Their Heart
Part of the reason I love writing gift guides, like this one full of sentimental pet lover gifts, is because these are genuinely the kind of gifts I’d love to receive myself or give to someone special (and, honestly, I often do!).
I always like to think of things that are a little outside the box, so when you give the gift, the person can see how much thought has gone into it. It’s the kind of gift that says so much more. It shows you truly know them and what means the most to them, in this case, their beloved pet.
Pets are honestly gifts in themselves. Whether it’s a dog gift, a cat gift, something for a small pet like a rabbit, or even a bigger pet like a horse, there’s always a perfect, thoughtful surprise you can find for the pet lover and their sweet little companion.
What I love about pet lover gift ideas is that you can either choose something for the pet, or for the pet owner, and either way, they’re going to find it touching and meaningful.
The key is always to think about the person and what they love, or what would make their life easier. For example, some of the best pet lover gifts I’ve ever received were a tote bag covered in poodles (I adore poodles, obviously!) and an extendable dog lead, because at the time, I really needed one.
If you’re looking for pet lover gifts that feel a little more personal and meaningful, I’ve found some of my favorite thoughtful picks below.
Sentimental Pet Lover Gifts That Will Melt Their Heart
1
Personalised paw print
Photo credit: PoochPrintsOfficial
Use the sweet pet’s paw to create a personalised gift, like this thoughtful paw print mug. You could put the print onto anything like a tea towel, cushion, or even a homemade card, and customise it with the gift recipient’s favourite colour too.
2.
Pet portrait in famous painting
Photo credit: WatercolourWishing
A pet painting is a beautiful gift, but this unique idea of your pet in a famous painting takes it to a new level. Imagine unwrapping this and then noticing your sweet pet in the picture, something so worth displaying.
3.
Pet into stickers
Photo credit: SunshineStickerUSA
If your friend loves stickers or fun little things, I think this idea is so quirky. You can take any photo of their pet and turn it into a whole roll of custom stickers.
4.
Personalised pocket pet
Photo credit: HandOfSpice
I have no idea how the creator makes these, but I am in awe. They are seriously amazing! Imagine turning their own pet into a little pocket-sized buddy. Such a cute and thoughtful gift idea.
5.
Interesting facts about your breed
Whatever pet your friend has, or maybe even multiple pets, an interesting or fun fact book will be a lovely read for them. We can never get bored of learning about the things we love, and there’s always more to discover.
6.
Book a dog groom
If the pet lover has a dog, booking them in for a dog groom or paying for a pamper session is a brilliant choice. As a dog owner, I know this would be greatly appreciated.
7.
Meal at a pet-friendly resteraunt
A voucher for a meal at a pet-friendly restaurant. I can’t tell you how much my pet-loving friend and I value a restaurant or pub that allows dogs. The vibe is always so relaxed, you don’t have to worry about leaving your dog at home, and it makes the whole outing feel much more enjoyable and inclusive.
8.
Airtag Cat collar
This sweet idea is perfect for adding an Apple AirTag to the pet’s collar. You’ll be giving the gift of peace of mind, which is invaluable!
9.
GPS Dog tracker
This GPS dog tracker is genius! I know I need one for one of my little dogs who loves to detour and often ventures too far. It’s such a wonderful, thoughtful gift for any pet lover.
10.
Door mat for muddy paws
The gift of making a clean home easier for a pet lover, this idea would be gratefully received and oh so useful. Plus, machine washable makes it even better! I love my machine-washable rugs and couldn’t recommend them enough!
11.
Animal puzzle
Whatever pet your friend has, you’re bound to find an adorable puzzle with a pet-inspired theme. Puzzles are also calming to do, making this a love-filled gift for any pet lover.
12.
Pet lover top
Photo credit: MarketstallShop
A pet lover top can also be stylish, just look at the one above, I love it! With so many options to customize, or even a cute quote like the one above, you’re spoiled for choice when finding the perfect gift for a pet lover.
13.
Custom bookmark
Photo credit: ZKPortraitsWorkshop
Is the pet lover also a book lover? Then how perfect is this gift! Their very own pet’s photo as a bookmark, unique and thoughtful. I absolutely love this idea!
14.
Pet and owner birthstone necklace
Photo credit: BuzzyBearShop
I got excited when I saw this because I have a friend who would absolutely adore it. It’s such a beautiful way to show that you understand how much their pet(s) mean to them. That’s the special part of gifting, and it’s why I love coming up with ideas so much.
15.
Personalized story about your pet
Photo credit: MySpecialTales
I thought this idea was super sweet for any creative gift givers out there. Do you enjoy making stories? Why not create a personalized story all about the pet lover and their pet? It could be cute, funny, based on a real-life experience, or completely made up.
16.
Pet board game
There’s a gift for every type of pet lover. If they love board games, you could find an animal-themed one, like this “Guess Who?” animal version!
17.
Pet sitter ticket
If you have any pets, you’ll know how valuable this gift idea is. You could create a homemade pet sitter token, allowing them to go out and enjoy themselves, or even take a mini getaway, without worrying about their pet being taken care of.
18.
Pet cam
A pet cam is super handy to have, allowing them to keep an eye on their pet when they’re out of the house. They may even enjoy watching it back with some popcorn if they have a mischievous pet!
19.
Pet portrait necjlace
Photo credit: CLDaintyJewelry
How truly beautiful is this gift? it’s subtle enough but also a great conversation starter as I’m sure many people would see one of these and either want ne for themselves or absolutely know someone who would love one a a gift.
20.
Pet and owner pamper hamper
I couldn’t find anyone selling one of these, so it’s definitely a unique idea you could create yourself and take credit for! You could include a few things for the pet owner and a few for the pet, so they can have a cozy evening together, like human cupcake , pet cupcake, some slippers, a cuddly dog toy, a cute little top, and a dog bandana!
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