Santa, please stop here!

Our furry friends are family and totally deserve to part of all the seasonal gift-giving fun. Find out how you can add a little festive magic to your pet pals’ Christmas by choosing perfect presents that show them just how special they are.

Go-to gifts for your deserving dog

• Does your canine chum love to chase and chew? They can enjoy both of these satisfying activities at the same time with this durable Rubber Lattice Rugby Ball. One satisfied customer said: “If I could give 10 stars it would be for this Lattice Ball. My Collie will not let a day go by without wanting to play rugby!! Best ball around. It is durable and one that he actually cannot chew to bits!”
• If carrying and curling up with a cuddly toy friend is more their style, this Bitsy Bunny HuggleFleece will fit the bill. Combining Tuffut Technology lining with HuggleFleece fabric makes for the softest body imaginable, and the sturdy knotted limbs make this adorable cuddly extra special! What’s more, HuggleFleece dog toys can be washed endlessly without clumping, and each of them dries in a snap. 
• If your dog loves nothing more than a game of tuggy, then the Push Me, Pull Me Eco Dog Toy is ideal.This tough and long-lasting toy is made from natural jute, which is 100% recyclable and sustainable, and stitched over with soft suede, which is a by-product to prevent wastage. Or why not opt for a robust Fell Dog X Mountain Rescue Dog Toy which will stand up to lots of rough and tumble. What’s more, this knotted toy is made from rope that has been used in a number of life-saving missions before being retired for safety reasons – and 20% of proceeds from each sale is donated back to Mountain Rescue England & Wales. What a heartwarming gift!
• If your canine chum prefers a food-based challenge, show them the love with this Battersea Rubber Heart Treat Dispensing Toy. Simply fill with dry dog food and watch your pet go as they paw and nudge the toy to dispense their favourite kibble. Lots of happy, tail-wagging moments are guaranteed!

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Purrfect presents for your favourite feline

• If your cat believes they are a stretchy, swatting superhero that can outmanoeuvre any target, let them meet their match with the Kong Connects Magnicat. Magnets in the top paws of this superhero cat enable him to dangle from a variety of locations – cat trees, chairs, metal table, doorways and even the fridge. A long, flowy, faux-feather tail and dangling rope legs will pique your cat’s interest, and the crackle paper and catnip combo inside will add extra enticement.
• For felines who like to have fun with their food, this Catit Senses Cat Treat Ball will, quite literally, be a hit. Simply fill with dry food and watch the paw-patting fun begin.
• For cats who like to practice their stalking, kicking and pouncing to perfection, this Catnip Trout soft plush toy, infused with irresistible catnip, will provide hours of fishy feline fun.
• For cats who include cosy nap times on their list of favourite activities (that’s all of them!) then this Cosy Cat Cave Tunnel will provide the purrfect cat nap cubby. Portable and lightweight, this snuggly tunnel reflects body heat to keep your kitty cat snug and warm and, thanks to its nifty zip design, transforms from bed to mat in seconds. Alternatively, truly embrace the festive spirit with a Santa's Workshop Cat Playhouse. Easy to assemble, it’s ideal for scratching and Christmas catnapping away from the human hubbub. What more could a pampered pussycat want?

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Wise buys for your bestest bunny chums

• Let your dedicated hay munchers enjoy their hay of choice in style with a smart and durable clip-on Rabbit Hay Feeder. Featuring a double hay opening (perfect for bunny chums to nibble side by side), triple secured webbing and dog clips for easy attachment to hutches and runs, this nifty, hand-stitched design encourages stretching, foraging and enrichment.
• If your buns adore playing in cardboard boxes, why not present them with their very own Corrugated Cardboard Castle for Christmas? Made from extra strong chew-safe, 100% recycled double-walled cardboard that’s strong enough to withstand jumping buns, with ramps providing easy access to each level, there are a variety of different shaped/sized cut-outs for your rabbits to hop through. Entice them in by leaving a trail of yummy Rabbit Treats.
• A favourite pastime of rabbits is to poo and chew. And while it’s an activity that we humans struggle to understand, our buns want us to appreciate just how much they enjoy it. To enable them to do it just the way they like it, opt for a stylish Wooden Hay Feeder and Litter Tray. With sturdy struts to place handfuls of tasty hay behind and an easy-to-clean plastic tray that you can fill with paper litter that’s a breeze to replace to keep things fresh and hygienic, you can be assured of very happy bunnies!
• For clever bunnies who enjoy a challenge, why not pit their wits against a Trixie Snack Cube feeding game? This wooden puzzle contains three cubes in a holder that you can fill with your rabbits’ favourite Nature Snacks. A sisal rope is attached to the cubes, which your buns can use to pull the cubes from the holder to get to the tasty goodies inside. Or why not try a handcrafted Wooden Foraging Puzzle and Wooden Drawer Puzzle Bundle? Cleverly designed to encourage natural instincts and provide mental stimulation, these are ideal to fill with Fruity Feasts, Winter Berry Bakes or Wildflower Forage. Christmas for your buns? It’s a wrap!

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Gift ideas for your gorgeous guinea pigs

• Exploring and darting into a safe space where they can keep an eye on things is a favourite guinea pig activity. So how about a natural Willow Tube or two to dash into and a snug and secure HayPigs!® Circus Hidey Hut™ to peek out from. Add some delicious Nature Snacks for your piggies to munch on as they snuggle into their cosy hidey place.
• Guinea pigs just love peeping out of tunnels, so why not get them a deluxe one? This Semi-Circular Pet Tunnel is crafted from durable upholstery fabric in an attractive leaf pattern. Designed to maintain its shape, even during the liveliest games of guinea pig hide-and-seek, it’s also perfect for some comfy napping and nibbling on some Winter Berry Bakes or a Forage & Feast Mini Bale Bundle!
• When your piggy friends want some lap time with you, keep them cosy and safe while avoiding any little accidents absorbing into clothing or furniture with this soft and waterproof Lap Protector. Handmade in the UK, each lap protector has four layers of material including hard wearing base cotton, absorbent wadding, waterproof PVC and durable fleece top.
• Gnawing on twigs is an activity enjoyed by many a guinea pig – and, along with munching on plenty of yummy feeding hay, it’s a great way to help keep their continuously-growing teeth in good shape. This Mini Twiglets bundle of hazel and apple twigs will providing hours of wheek-wheek nibbling fun.

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Fun things for your ferret friends

• Bursting with energy after one of their epic snoozes (ferrets love to sleep for up to 20 hours a day), an interactive Treat Ball Dispenser will provide lots of rolling and chasing fun. Simply place some of your ferrets’ favourite nuggets inside and adjust the dispenser opening so that the goodies are dispensed as the ball tumbles around.
• Tubes to run along, holes to pop out of and a secret den sounds like ferret heaven. You can supply your slinky friends with all of this via a Red Octopus in the Stars toy. Made from cotton and fleece, there are five sleeves to run and wriggle through – two which rustle – plus the domed octopus head makes for a super sleeping spot.
• For endless ferret nap time comfort after all that fast-paced activity, look no further than this Ferret Crinkle Sack. Ferrets love playing in noisy, crinkly bags, plus the soft fleece lining is superb for snoozing in. Dook dooks incoming!

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Rewarding presents for your rat pack

• Rats are active at dusk and dawn and throughout the night, so even if you’re asleep, your pack can enjoy a run on a large Interpet Superpet Comfort Wheel. This solid wheel ensures they won’t catch their paws or tails in it and comes with a sturdy free-standing base for placing on the enclosure floor, or clips for attaching to the side of a wire cage.
• Problem solving is one of a rat’s strongest suits. Put their intelligent minds to good use with this Flip and Hide Foraging Toy. Handmade from rat safe 100% kiln dried pine, it will provide enrichment and amusement to your little ratty friends. Watch your rat pack work out the puzzle so they can pick out their hidden nuggets with their dexterous paws.
• When it comes to snug snoozing places, your ratty friends will adore this Cube Hammock that you can hang inside their accommodation. Roomy and sturdy and made with three layers of fleece, this well-crafted item will be a popular addition to your rats’ home, particularly if you pile in some extra luxury paper bedding. Bring on the ‘bruxing’ (AKA rat purrs)!

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Ideal gifts for your cheeky chinchillas or dashing degus

• The dark hours between dusk and dawn are when chinchillas like to be busy doing stuff. So, once the early evening sets in, they’ll be ready for some serious activity. These fluffy high jumpers – who can leap around six feet from a standing start – will love this selection of Kiln Dried Pine Ledges. Attach them securely at different heights in their accommodation so your agile pets can enjoy lots of hopping about fun. Scatter some yummy nuggets or Lucious Leaves along them to make it an even more rewarding game this Christmas.
• Degus are diurnal, which means, unlike many small furries, they're active during the day – although it’s possible they’ll enjoy their favourite activities of digging, running, climbing and exploring at any time of day or night! Dash-about degus will love checking out this Wooden Swing Tunnel and Bolted Bead Bridge or gnawing on a hanging Mini Wreath.
• Chinchillas and degus love to carry, chew and shred stuff, so what better present than some small, portable Sea Grass Balls, which are wrapped in seagrass string, and are great for chewing on. Also stock up on Banana Leaf Balls for added shredding enrichment and some irresistible Wildflower Forage, made with an enticing mix of rose, hibiscus, marigold and cornflower. Cue plenty of popcorning and bouncing about!

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Something special for your happy hamsters, gerbils or mice

• Once hamsters wake up from their daytime snooze they’re ready for a night of activity, which involves plenty of climbing, exploring and running about, so they’ll thrive on checking out this slot-together Hamster Castle Kit. Made from pet safe non-toxic poplar plywood, this stylish playhouse comprises two castle turrets, two access ramps and an interconnecting bridge, with plenty of space for play, sleep or eating all the food they’ve stuffed in their pouches. Just scatter a few yummy hamster nuggets in and around their new castle for foraging fun and some luxury paper bedding for when it’s hammy’s naptime.
• Gerbils are diurnal, which means they are active during the daytime, although they enjoy frequent snoozes throughout the day and may turn their paws to some digging and tunnelling at any hour! So why not give them something fun to get their paws into such as this Mixed Fresh Moss Bundle which adds variety, texture and enrichment to their environment. Gerbils also like to see what’s going on around them, so a flat rock placed in their gerbilarium will serve as a handy lookout point – a few tasty nuggets scattered around will encourage them make good use of it.
• With the smallest furries, you can’t go wrong with a Gnawing Tunnel or two – perfect as a hide-away, something to scramble through and over, to snooze in or just chew to pieces! Dot some tasty nuggets inside to encourage your pets to investigate. Also try a Hanging Log made from a sturdy piece of hazel to scamper across, and a Bolted Balance Bridge to navigate. Add some Corrugated Cardboard Tubes for running through and nibbling on, a Trixie Wood Tower to scamper up and down and a Trixie Natural Living Seesaw to balance on and you’ll have created your very own small pets play park! Watch for excited leaps in the air as your smallest pets enjoy a very special Christmas indeed!

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