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The 2022 Artisan Holiday Gift Guide for Pet Lovers

The 2022 Artisan Holiday Gift Guide for Pet Lovers
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My picks of artisan gifts from Etsy for dogs, cats, and their people, from advent calendars for dogs and cats, pet bowls and snuggly beds, to jewelry and a scarf.

A selection of artisan gifts for dogs and cats including advent calendars, collars, and a blanket

By Zazie Todd PhD

I always enjoy browsing Etsy to find gorgeous creations from independent artists, and at this time of year I like to share some of my favourite picks for the festive season. So if you’re looking for a gift for your dog or cat, or a special something for someone in your life who loves pets, here are some suggestions.

Even better, most of these items are currently on sale.

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Modern floral cat tree with green base and lower level, pink upper level, and a cat
KBSPETS/Etsy

Mid-century modern dog bowl in pink swirl with wood stand
shophouseofbarkley/Etsy

A box of decorated doggy treats including iced bones, candy canes, and snowman
DantesDoggyDelights/Etsy

An advent calendar for cats is a box containing a set of brown bags with treats and toys
Catcouver/Etsy

A blue velour pet bed with a matching square pillow and a velour bone
ShareofAngels/Etsy

A purple chaise longue for a cat, with a grey cat on it
SofaForPets/Etsy

Three vintage velvet dog collars in pink, blue, and green, with the dogs' names embroidered on
shopmimigreen/Etsy

A dusky pink cat collar with a gold bell
MadeByCleo/Etsy
2 custom cat bowls, one blue with a cat head, one white with a fish, both personalized
claylicious/Etsy

These custom cat bowls from claylicious come in a choice of blue or white, and a choice of a fish, cat head, or bone that can be personalized with your cat’s name. 
Ceramic pet bowl in red and white with a red paw print
MERCANOSTORE/Etsy

A set of cat kicker toys with or without catnip
McTroutDesigns/Etsy

A double tug toy (two loops) in the mouth of a red husky dog
BossDogToys/Etsy

A custom family portrait with pet shows Mom, Dad, child and cat, with a heart above
CatiaCreative/Etsy

With a choice of options for personalization and the finish, this family portrait with pet by Catia Creative also lets you pick a quote or saying that fits. It’s 8 by 10 inches and comes in a wood frame with plexiglass. 
African print dog bandana on a cute little dog, sitting next to a young Black woman with a matching hair wrap
GabeJadeAccessories/Etsy

This Ankara dog bandana from Gabe Jade Accessories comes in small, medium or large–and the store also sells African-print head wraps to match. 
A cat blanket in white with pink and green strawberry puff print
ocatnip/Etsy
A wool pin in the shape of the head of a red and white Siberian husky with blue eyes
WowWowWool/Etsy

Two grey and gold porcelain cat pendant necklaces
ChikoCraft/Etsy

Dusky pink scarf with rose gold metallic paw print design
PoppyKittenDesigns/Etsy

A Golden Retriever pendant on a silver chain
lulubugjewelry/Etsy

A teampunk cat's head with purple and yellow paintwork, available as a necklace
CatLoversWorld/Etsy



Zazie Todd, PhD, is the award-winning author of Wag: The Science of Making Your Dog Happy and Purr: The Science of Making Your Cat Happy. Todd lives in Maple Ridge, BC, with her husband, one dog, and two cats. 

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