Looking for the perfect gift for a golden retriever dog lover? Thanks to the popularity of goldens, gifts with a golden retriever pattern or theme are plentiful, including many inexpensive, everyday items. But other useful, non-themed gifts are available, too - and worth considering. Here are some great gift ideas for golden retriever owners and fans.
Golden Retriever Dog Pattern or Themed Gifts
Any of the following gifts come in golden retriever patterns, shapes, or themes. Most can be found in pet stores, pet gift shops, or online.
- doormats
- wine charms
- book ends
- ornaments
- mugs
- playing cards
- computer mousepad
- dish towels
- handbook for care of golden retriever dogs
- leisure reading about goldens, like Dean Koontz’s A Big Little Life
- blankets
- embroidered apparel, including hats, shirts, aprons, pajamas, totes, etc.
- calendars
- Christmas stockings
- figurines and sculptures
- notecards
- clocks
- picture frames
Other Gifts for Golden Retriever Dog Owners
Besides the above dog-themed gifts, which can often be found in other popular breeds as well, non-themed gifts that cater to golden retriever dogs and owners are also available - and may be somewhat more practical.
Grooming tools are a great gift idea (and necessary item) for golden owners. But care must be taken to choose the right tools. Slicker brushes and undercoat rakes, for example, work well on a golden’s thick coat. Other grooming gift ideas include nail clippers, shears, and a soothing, oatmeal-based dog shampoo, to help alleviate skin problems characteristic of many goldens.
Since golden retriever dogs are notorious chewers, another useful gift for golden owners is a tough, durable toy. A strong tug, preferably one made of cotton rope, makes an ideal gift – and one that the dog will appreciate just as much as the owner. Tennis balls are always useful for golden owners, too, for encouraging indoor and outdoor play.
Looking for something more creative, unusual, and spendier? How about the gift of a dog photography session? This is a perfect idea for breeds like goldens that are highly photogenic and obedient. Professional pet photographers offer a variety of packages and prices.
Gift cards or certificates are another idea for the golden retriever lover, whether it be for a favorite pet store or boutique or even a grooming session. Gift certificates are also available for training classes and dog sports, like agility, flyball, or rally (all sports at which goldens excel).
Maybe the most special gift for golden owners and fans is a golden retriever dog or puppy. Make sure, however, that the gift recipient is agreeable to a new dog or an additional dog (if that’s the case) before investigating this idea further. And consider choosing a golden retriever from a golden rescue group or humane society.
The above ideas are just a sampling of gifts available for golden retriever fans and dog owners. The popularity of goldens makes finding a golden retriever dog-themed gift or other golden lover gift easy - but choosing just one, difficult!
Susie Yakowicz - Susie Yakowicz is a Minnesota freelance writer whose work has appeared in dozens of publications for children and adults.
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