Christmas Pet Gifts | Give Your Pets A Fun Packed Christmas Fur Fest With These Great Interactive Toys

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By Nell Rose

I told you not to eat all the turkey!  Can't help it, I was bored! Puppy Love
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I told you not to eat all the turkey! Can't help it, I was bored! Puppy Love

Welcome to my Fun packed Christmas Fur Fest with all our lovable but very hairy friends. Who needs humans when we can have the best company in the world just by inviting all the cats and dogs in the neighbourhood around for Christmas lunch? What would a house be without a pet?

Who said mom dad and the kids were the only ones that counted on this Christmas morning? No way, I say, our animals are just as important. And believe it or not, they love a good puzzle to solve, or a ball game that will get everyone barking madly including you. So they deserve a Pet Christmas Gift too.

So come on in a take a seat. Now we know you all love your pets. But do you take any notice of them at Christmas? No, I bet you are so busy doing all that rushing around, buying kids presents and inviting all those relatives that you never liked in the first place, that you forget to find time to play with your dog. Or maybe even your cat.

Now we all know that dogs need a lot of attention, but we mustn’t forget about poor little kitty. What is it about cats that makes us laugh so much?

Dogs always seem to be very dignified, our faithful friends and are always there when we need a shoulder or waggy tail to lean on.

But what about cats? Why is it that everything they do make you scream with laughter? With their aloof ways and snooty expressions, they feel that they are the lord and ladies of the animal world. Then they trip over the dog, get stuck in a box, fall out of their baskets, and end up with cream all over their noses! And what do we do? Well, scream with laughter.

So I got to thinking. Maybe its time for us to give them something back for all the enjoyment we get out of seeing them act like clowns.

Clever Cats!

If you are in the habit of buying toys for your pets, I bet you always go for the same or similar ones every year. But did you know that you can actually buy interactive toys and games for your pet?

No? I can tell that you are thinking this woman is nuts! How on earth are they going to play with an X box? No silly, I don’t mean those sort of interactive games! But funnily enough, you are not far wrong.

What you have got to remember is that they get bored too. Yep, hard to believe, but poor old Scruffy gets fed up with going for the same walks and sniffing the same ground. And as for Jemima the Persian kitty, well she has told me in no certain terms that if she has to sit there preening all day licking her paws and other bits and pieces then she expects me to help her cough up her fir ball! No Sirree not me! So I scrambled around in a state of sheer panic and found these lovely little gems.

Hope you like them. And more important, I hope your very discerning pet does too!

Bergen Turbo That Will Keep Your Cats Amused for Hours

Bergan Turbo Scratcher Cat Toy, Colors May Vary
Amazon Price: $11.54
List Price: $19.99
Bergan Turbo Track Cat Toy
Amazon Price: $12.20
List Price: $21.99

Cat Confusion!

We all know how nosy a cat is. Every time you buy yourself something, the cat has to get in the box or bag before you even take your coat off! So this is a clever little toy, it will keep your cat amused for hours.

You can place food, toys or anything you know that your cat will love in the trays, and watch your cat figure it out within minutes. But the good thing about it is that you can rotate the toys within the box, so when kitty things she or he has it sussed out, they will find that the toy has gone missing and they will have to start all over again!

The one thing I love about cats is their curiosity. They may play for a while and then wander off, as if to say, 'Well bored with that!' but then a few moments later they come back and have another go. I have watched my cat try and get inside a box for at least an hour. It will sit there staring at the thing, dive in, scarper out and then tip it over to try again! So, can you imagine giving them something interactive? They will be so amused they will forget to Meow for their food. Or perhaps not. Cats are just as greedy as dogs, they just do it in a more regal way!

Now guys I am going to count to five and then I am coming to get you.1.2.3.4.5.....where you all gone??
Now guys I am going to count to five and then I am coming to get you.1.2.3.4.5.....where you all gone??

Cats And Dogs Love Chasing Lights!

I love this one! I have spent many an afternoon shining a light around the carpet, watching in delight as my dog or cat try and chase the light up the wall, across the sofa and back onto the ground! Its absolutely hilarious, and this will keep you pet amused for hours, not withstanding the fact that you will be rolling around on the floor watching them make a spectacle of themselves!

The advantage of this toy is the fact that you don't have to get arm ache holding the torch! This is a clever little device that does it all for you. I have no idea why animals love chasing around an imaginary object, but hey ho, they love it, it gives them exercise and the most important thing is that they don't get bored!

FroliCat DART TR1 Automatic Rotating Laser Pet Toy
Amazon Price: $25.61
List Price: $39.99
FroliCat BOLT Interactive Laser Pet Toy
Amazon Price: $9.91
List Price: $19.95
FroliCat HC1 Twitch Teaser Cat Toy
Amazon Price: $11.99
List Price: $24.99

Doggy Delights!

The Nina Ottosson Dog Tornado Game is great fun for dogs to play with either on their own or with you, their perfect partner play buddy! Unlike cats, dogs do have to be shown a few times exactly what to do, but when they get the hang of it, they are off like a whippet after a rabbit!

Just take your dog through the steps as shown in the video, and then you will be able to leave them to it. To start the training its best to add food to the toy, but after a while you should be able to place toys in it and they will still get hours of fun out of it. Even if it does end up with a bit of slobber all over it! lol

All Photos Courtesy Of Amazon Unless Otherwise Stated Dogs Interactive Toy
All Photos Courtesy Of Amazon Unless Otherwise Stated Dogs Interactive Toy

Sniff Sniff! Did Somebody Say Squirrels?

Where's that Squirrel? I know I put it somewhere! lol Your dog is going to love this! It is a dogs natural instinct to sniff out almost anything that catches their attention, so they will have hours of mad fun trying to work this one out! Loads of pockets to put the toys in, and hidden places for a dog to stick his nose into!

The advantage of this toy is that it can be thrown into the washing machine when it gets to, well, doggy! At least the slobber will be on the toy and not on the chewed up carpet. Happened in my house. Long story! lol

Kyjen PP01056 Hide-A-Squirrel Pet Toy, Large
Amazon Price: $7.63
List Price: $17.99
Hide-A-Squirrel Plush Toys for Pets
Amazon Price: $20.90

Rag Rope Ball

Pet Stages Rag Rope Ball
Amazon Price: $6.57
List Price: $14.59

Raggy Rope!

I have spent many hours in the park with my Alsatian cross Colly dog, chasing her around, grabbing branches and her pulling me along. It always makes me laugh how every time she pulled on the branch or the toy, she always seemed to mumble at the same time!

Have you ever heard a dog make that sound? Hilarious! Its like someone muttering under their breath with a few growls and hiccups at the same time! And that's the first thing that came into my head when I saw the Rag Rope. Not only does it keep your pooch from being bored, it will be a great game when your dog takes you out for a walk! Yes I did say that. Well, how did you think you got to the park every afternoon? You don't seriously believe that it was your idea! lol

Anyway, I hope you enjoyed my selection, and don't forget, your pets are just as important as your husband or wife! I can see you all nodding now! lol

Have a good one1

Hilarious Animal Clips!

Comments

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Alastar Packer Level 8 Commenter 7 months ago

When I read hairy friends thought, uh oh, what has Nell got here. What you've given us is a super write on Christmas gifts for our beloved dogs n cats. Lol!, that's so right about cats acting lords and ladies of the animal world. A tom-cat I'm feeding and trying to make friends with walks right up to dogs twice his size and faces em down. He's got big ba.., ah, you know what he's got. Awesome and unique gift ideas for the hairy ones at Christmas time Nell!

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tillsontitan Level 7 Commenter 7 months ago

Cats and dogs across the globe will thank you for this one. I've gotten more into interactive toys since our Buzz (he's now a two year old min pin.) If you don't keep him active you're asking for trouble! Your suggestions are great. Voted up and useful.

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suzettenaples Level 7 Commenter 7 months ago

What a funny, cute hub! I don't have any pets, but this was such an enjoyable read and the videos are a riot! I had no idea there were such sophisticated toys out there for dogs and cats. Most people just throw a ball or a stick at a dog and watch while it runs to fetch it. These toys really give the dog or cat's brain some challenge.

This is a clever hub about some clever pet toys. Voted up!

And, great photos!

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Coolmon2009 Level 4 Commenter 7 months ago

I love the video of the cats and dogs, very funny. I especially like the picture of the puppies they are so cute. Good Article and thanks for making me smile.

"Quill Again" 7 months ago

Love this Nell as always... That is it Quigley is getting a skateboard for Christmas.

Excellent and fun Hub you have written. You do nothing but get better each time I read you. Keep it up and please know that we love you girl.

Blessings and Hugs

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mary615 Level 8 Commenter 7 months ago

As an owner of a very spoiled and loved Schnauzer (I wrote a Hub about her!), I loved this Hub. Makes me want to buy her all the toys that you mentioned. I'm bookmarking this one, cause I'll probably go back and buy her something for Christmas.

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PurvisBobbi44 Level 7 Commenter 7 months ago

Thank you for sharing this wonderful hub. I am an animal lover as I have a Pom and four cats. I can not remember a time in my life when I did not have an animal to love. I hope to read more of your hubs.

Thanks again.

Bobbi

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rai2722 Level 3 Commenter 7 months ago

Nice idea on Christmas gifts for pets. It gave me some ideas on what to give to my dogs.

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Nell Rose Hub Author 7 months ago

Hi, Alastar, you thought I had been hanging out in bars with Hairy bikers! ha ha and good on the tom cat! I love cats, they always make me laugh, thanks as always, nell

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Nell Rose Hub Author 7 months ago

Hi, tillsontitan, sounds like Buzz keeps you on your toes! lol thanks for reading, cheers nell

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Nell Rose Hub Author 7 months ago

Hi, suzette, there were so many more I could have added, but I didn't want it too long, I love the cats! especially the one where they are wizzing the ball around the figure 8! made me laugh! thanks again nell

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Nell Rose Hub Author 7 months ago

Hi, Coolmon, I thoroughly enjoyed writing this! lol I couldn't stop laughing at all the video's and had to choose just a couple, thanks for reading, and I am glad it made you laugh, cheers nell

lilyfly 7 months ago

Ah, Nell the cat video was hilarious! You always put so much care into your hubs... I see you have a place for 52% off toys, but I just found a place to get stuffed toys for my dog... thrift stores, only downside is most don't squeak, and some have chokeable items attached.

Well, you made my morning, as usual! Love yaz, your freezing friend, lily

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Nell Rose Hub Author 7 months ago

Hi, Quill, poor Quigley! ha ha I can just picture it! shooting off down your drive way, and heading for the shops! lol thanks so much and I am glad you liked it, hugs nell

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Nell Rose Hub Author 7 months ago

Hi, mary, it seems we are all animal lovers, I wish I had known about these items when I had my cats, it would have kept us both entertained for hours! lol thanks so much, I am glad you found it useful, cheers nell

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Nell Rose Hub Author 7 months ago

Hi, Bobbi, thanks for reading, and I am glad you stopped by, cheers nell

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Nell Rose Hub Author 7 months ago

Hi, rai, there you go! lol now the dogs are sorted out you can concentrate on the rest of the family! thanks so much nell

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Nell Rose Hub Author 7 months ago

Hi, lily, is it really that cold already? I am so glad we have had some lovely weather here, still quite warm, I hate the cold! lol sometimes its good to find relatively cheap things for our animals, they don't know the difference as long as they are happy!

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FloraBreenRobison 7 months ago

My cat enjoys toys in an opposite relationship to the cost of the toys. The more expensive, the more she ignores it.

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craftybegonia Level 2 Commenter 7 months ago

What a fun hub! Unfortunately, my Lilly thinks she's a person and looks down on kitty toys. As for our dogs, they are too much into mischief to stick around long enough to play with a toy when there's exciting havoc they can create somewhere else!

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prasetio30 Level 8 Commenter 7 months ago

Christmas pet gifts is a new term for me. But I believe this could be a great idea for us who celebrate Christmas with cute animals. You have wonderful tips, Nell. Thanks for share with us. I recommended this for animal lovers. Vote up!

Prasetio

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always exploring Level 8 Commenter 7 months ago

I could watch the animal clip video over and over again. I loved it. Who ever said that animals were dumb was off base indeed. The Christmas gifts are adorable. Thank you..

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christopheranton Level 7 Commenter 7 months ago

I dont suppose you can suggest anything for the more "cerebral" type of cat. Lappeta has never been attracted to toys. A "Kitty mastermind" set would be more appropriate.

There are some brilliant suggestions there however Nell. Thankyou.

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Nell Rose Hub Author 7 months ago

Hi, Flora, sorry it took so long to answer, I couldn't write comments! hub glitch, but its fine now. that's typical cat, play in the box, rubbish bin or shed, and not play with the toy! sounds like a kid! lol thanks for reading, cheers nell

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Nell Rose Hub Author 7 months ago

Hi, crafty, they sound like a handful! lol but thats part of the fun, thanks for reading cheers nell

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Nell Rose Hub Author 7 months ago

Hi, pras, thanks for reading, and I am glad you liked the idea, you'll just have to get a pet now so you can buy them one of these great toys! lol thanks again nell

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Nell Rose Hub Author 7 months ago

Hi, Ruby, the videos are great aren't they? I love animals they are so naturally funny, thanks again nell

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Nell Rose Hub Author 7 months ago

Hi, christopher, maybe cat mastermind? lol it would be good wouldn't it! thanks again nell

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Peggy W Level 8 Commenter 7 months ago

Looking around our house there are so many dog and cat toys lying about that one would swear that we must have 2 year old children. Nope! Just our dog and cats! You have some terrific ideas here for some interactive gifts. Thanks!

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Nell Rose Hub Author 7 months ago

Hi, Peggy I remember it well too! my dogs toys were everywhere! lol thanks for reading, cheers nell

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stayingalivemoma Level 4 Commenter 7 months ago

Awwww...I just couldn't resist those cute pictures!!! No pets for me (allergic to everything) but I can still look, right? LOL! Great hub, as usual!!

Voted up and awesome!!

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Hello, hello, 7 months ago

They are so gorgeous. Thank you for sharing.

jfay2011 7 months ago

Marshalls has been selling a lot of those halloween pet costumes. They're too funny.

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Green Lotus Level 6 Commenter 7 months ago

Your Hub makes me want to go out and buy a dog or cat just so I can buy them presents. Now that's a compelling Hub :) cheers!

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Nell Rose Hub Author 7 months ago

Hi, staying, I am allergic to cats these days! but I still love them to bits! lol I wish I could get another one, but couldn't put up with the sneezing! lol thanks for reading, cheers nell

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Nell Rose Hub Author 7 months ago

Hi, Hello hello, thanks for taking time to read it, cheers nell

Hi, jfay, lol I bet they look hilarious! thanks for reading, cheers nell

Hi, Green Lotus, I know, me too! lol I do miss having a pooch or cat around, maybe one of these days again I will get myself a dog, or cat, or maybe both! lol stuff the allergy!

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bethperry Level 6 Commenter 6 months ago

Some very interesting ideas here, Nell. And love the photos!

BTW, we're thinking of getting our cats their own individual canes for Yule. This way when they feel the desire to see us trip and fall down it won't force them to actually exert enegry in running & jumping in front of our feet. Just throw out the cane in front of our unprotected ankles and they'll get hours of entertainment ;)

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Nell Rose Hub Author 6 months ago

Hi, beth, how funny! lol I know just how you feel! If I fell over my cat once I did it a dozen times! how they manage to wrap themselves around my ankles like that amazes me, I hit the table once, and knocked over all the ornaments! thanks for reading, cheers nell

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Lillee McLoflin Level 1 Commenter 6 months ago

The first picture of the puppies stole my heart! Love them! Animals really can add so much to your life.

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Nell Rose Hub Author 6 months ago

Hi, Lillee, they are gorgeous aren't they? thanks for reading, cheers nell

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