The best dog gifts of 2020
We’ve compiled a list of the best dog gifts to buy your pup in 2020. Go beyond the usual ear scratches, belly rubs, and playtime to show your dog how much you care with an extra special gift.
Whether you’re shopping for a specific occasion or just because you love your dog so much, we have dog gifts of all types. To help you make a decision, each gift is rated based on its price, how long it will last, and how original of an idea it is. You’re sure to find a gift suited for the dog you’re shopping for.
Digging for more? Check out our 2021 gift guides.
The best dog gifts of 2020
![](https://res.cloudinary.com/embark/images/w_1024,h_666,c_scale/f_auto,q_auto/v1609977225/embarkvet.com/uploads/Embark_Homepage_1_Giftboxes/Embark_Homepage_1_Giftboxes.jpg?_i=AA 1024w, https://res.cloudinary.com/embark/images/w_300,h_195,c_scale/f_auto,q_auto/v1609977225/embarkvet.com/uploads/Embark_Homepage_1_Giftboxes/Embark_Homepage_1_Giftboxes.jpg?_i=AA 300w, https://res.cloudinary.com/embark/images/w_768,h_499,c_scale/f_auto,q_auto/v1609977225/embarkvet.com/uploads/Embark_Homepage_1_Giftboxes/Embark_Homepage_1_Giftboxes.jpg?_i=AA 768w, https://res.cloudinary.com/embark/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1609977225/embarkvet.com/uploads/Embark_Homepage_1_Giftboxes/Embark_Homepage_1_Giftboxes.jpg?_i=AA 1200w)
We’ve compiled a list of the best dog gifts to buy your pup in 2020. Go beyond the usual ear scratches, belly rubs, and playtime to show your dog how much you care with an extra special gift.
Whether you’re shopping for a specific occasion or just because you love your dog so much, we have dog gifts of all types. To help you make a decision, each gift is rated based on its price, how long it will last, and how original of an idea it is. You’re sure to find a gift suited for the dog you’re shopping for.
Dog toy gifts
Is your dog ready for something new and exciting to sink their teeth into? These toys go beyond the usual squeaker and offer some mental stimulation or exercise opportunity.
Dog toys
Is your dog ready for something new and exciting to sink their teeth into? These toys go beyond the usual squeaker and offer some mental stimulation or exercise opportunity.
![](https://res.cloudinary.com/embark/images/w_768,h_1,c_scale/f_auto,q_auto/v1609977226/embarkvet.com/uploads/divider/divider.jpg?_i=AA 768w, https://res.cloudinary.com/embark/images/w_300,h_1,c_scale/f_auto,q_auto/v1609977226/embarkvet.com/uploads/divider/divider.jpg?_i=AA 300w, https://res.cloudinary.com/embark/images/w_1024,h_1,c_scale/f_auto,q_auto/v1609977226/embarkvet.com/uploads/divider/divider.jpg?_i=AA 1024w, https://res.cloudinary.com/embark/images/w_150,h_2,c_scale/f_auto,q_auto/v1609977226/embarkvet.com/uploads/divider/divider.jpg?_i=AA 150w, https://res.cloudinary.com/embark/images/w_1536,h_2,c_scale/f_auto,q_auto/v1609977226/embarkvet.com/uploads/divider/divider.jpg?_i=AA 1536w, https://res.cloudinary.com/embark/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1609977226/embarkvet.com/uploads/divider/divider.jpg?_i=AA 1980w)
![chuckit frisbee dog gift](https://embarkvet.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/chuckitfrisbee-300x300.jpg 300w, https://embarkvet.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/chuckitfrisbee-1024x1019.jpg 1024w, https://embarkvet.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/chuckitfrisbee-150x150.jpg 150w, https://res.cloudinary.com/embark/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1609977227/embarkvet.com/uploads/chuckitfrisbee-e1598284359977/chuckitfrisbee-e1598284359977.jpg?_i=AA 600w)
A frisbee fit for some waterside fun
Originality: ⭐️
Energetic dogs, dogs who love to run and play in the water
![chuckit frisbee dog gift](https://embarkvet.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/chuckitfrisbee-300x300.jpg 300w, https://embarkvet.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/chuckitfrisbee-1024x1019.jpg 1024w, https://embarkvet.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/chuckitfrisbee-150x150.jpg 150w, https://res.cloudinary.com/embark/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1609977227/embarkvet.com/uploads/chuckitfrisbee-e1598284359977/chuckitfrisbee-e1598284359977.jpg?_i=AA 600w)
A frisbee fit for some waterside fun
Originality: ⭐️
Energetic dogs, dogs who love to run and play in the water
![outwardbound hide a squirrel plush dog gift](https://embarkvet.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/outwardhoundhideasquirrel-300x212.jpg 300w, https://res.cloudinary.com/embark/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1609977228/embarkvet.com/uploads/outwardhoundhideasquirrel-e1598285472588/outwardhoundhideasquirrel-e1598285472588.jpg?_i=AA 600w)
A plush toy chock-full of sneaky squirrels
Originality: ⭐️ ⭐️
Dogs with a hunting instinct, dogs who love squeaky toys
![outwardbound hide a squirrel plush dog gift](https://embarkvet.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/outwardhoundhideasquirrel-300x212.jpg 300w, https://res.cloudinary.com/embark/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1609977228/embarkvet.com/uploads/outwardhoundhideasquirrel-e1598285472588/outwardhoundhideasquirrel-e1598285472588.jpg?_i=AA 600w)
A plush toy chock-full of sneaky squirrels
Originality: ⭐️ ⭐️
Dogs with a hunting instinct, dogs who love squeaky toys
![outward hound treat maze dog gift](https://embarkvet.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/outwardhoundtreatmaze-300x178.jpg 300w, https://embarkvet.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/outwardhoundtreatmaze-1024x606.jpg 1024w, https://embarkvet.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/outwardhoundtreatmaze-768x455.jpg 768w, https://res.cloudinary.com/embark/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1609977229/embarkvet.com/uploads/outwardhoundtreatmaze-e1598285515254/outwardhoundtreatmaze-e1598285515254.jpg?_i=AA 600w)
A puzzle that rewards clever pups with treats
![outward hound treat maze dog gift](https://embarkvet.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/outwardhoundtreatmaze-300x178.jpg 300w, https://embarkvet.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/outwardhoundtreatmaze-1024x606.jpg 1024w, https://embarkvet.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/outwardhoundtreatmaze-768x455.jpg 768w, https://res.cloudinary.com/embark/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1609977229/embarkvet.com/uploads/outwardhoundtreatmaze-e1598285515254/outwardhoundtreatmaze-e1598285515254.jpg?_i=AA 600w)
A puzzle that rewards clever pups with treats
![kong classic](https://res.cloudinary.com/embark/images/w_300,h_300,c_scale/f_auto,q_auto/v1609944093/embarkvet.com/uploads/marketplace-kong-classic/marketplace-kong-classic.jpg?_i=AA 300w, https://res.cloudinary.com/embark/images/w_150,h_150,c_fill,g_auto/f_auto,q_auto/v1609944093/embarkvet.com/uploads/marketplace-kong-classic/marketplace-kong-classic.jpg?_i=AA 150w, https://res.cloudinary.com/embark/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1609944093/embarkvet.com/uploads/marketplace-kong-classic/marketplace-kong-classic.jpg?_i=AA 600w)
A sturdy chew toy suited for all types of dogs
![kong classic](https://res.cloudinary.com/embark/images/w_300,h_300,c_scale/f_auto,q_auto/v1609944093/embarkvet.com/uploads/marketplace-kong-classic/marketplace-kong-classic.jpg?_i=AA 300w, https://res.cloudinary.com/embark/images/w_150,h_150,c_fill,g_auto/f_auto,q_auto/v1609944093/embarkvet.com/uploads/marketplace-kong-classic/marketplace-kong-classic.jpg?_i=AA 150w, https://res.cloudinary.com/embark/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1609944093/embarkvet.com/uploads/marketplace-kong-classic/marketplace-kong-classic.jpg?_i=AA 600w)
A sturdy chew toy suited for all types of dogs
![tearribles monster plush dog chew toy](https://res.cloudinary.com/embark/images/w_300,h_300,c_scale/f_auto,q_auto/v1609977230/embarkvet.com/uploads/tearrible/tearrible.png?_i=AA 300w, https://res.cloudinary.com/embark/images/w_150,h_150,c_fill,g_auto/f_auto,q_auto/v1609977230/embarkvet.com/uploads/tearrible/tearrible.png?_i=AA 150w, https://res.cloudinary.com/embark/images/w_768,h_768,c_fill,g_auto/f_auto,q_auto/v1609977230/embarkvet.com/uploads/tearrible/tearrible.png?_i=AA 768w, https://res.cloudinary.com/embark/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1609977230/embarkvet.com/uploads/tearrible/tearrible.png?_i=AA 800w)
A toy your dog can rip apart over and over again
Tasty dog gifts
Sometimes the fastest way to a dog’s heart is through their stomach. Check out this selection of treats to find new ways to satisfy your dog’s sweet tooth.
Tasty gifts
Sometimes the fastest way to a dog’s heart is through their stomach. Check out this selection of treats to find new ways to satisfy your dog’s sweet tooth.
![](https://res.cloudinary.com/embark/images/w_768,h_1,c_scale/f_auto,q_auto/v1609977226/embarkvet.com/uploads/divider/divider.jpg?_i=AA 768w, https://res.cloudinary.com/embark/images/w_300,h_1,c_scale/f_auto,q_auto/v1609977226/embarkvet.com/uploads/divider/divider.jpg?_i=AA 300w, https://res.cloudinary.com/embark/images/w_1024,h_1,c_scale/f_auto,q_auto/v1609977226/embarkvet.com/uploads/divider/divider.jpg?_i=AA 1024w, https://res.cloudinary.com/embark/images/w_150,h_2,c_scale/f_auto,q_auto/v1609977226/embarkvet.com/uploads/divider/divider.jpg?_i=AA 150w, https://res.cloudinary.com/embark/images/w_1536,h_2,c_scale/f_auto,q_auto/v1609977226/embarkvet.com/uploads/divider/divider.jpg?_i=AA 1536w, https://res.cloudinary.com/embark/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1609977226/embarkvet.com/uploads/divider/divider.jpg?_i=AA 1980w)
![claudias canine cuisine treat box dog gift](https://embarkvet.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/claudiascaninecuisine-300x288.jpg 300w, https://embarkvet.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/claudiascaninecuisine-1024x983.jpg 1024w, https://embarkvet.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/claudiascaninecuisine-768x737.jpg 768w, https://res.cloudinary.com/embark/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1609977231/embarkvet.com/uploads/claudiascaninecuisine-e1598285583361/claudiascaninecuisine-e1598285583361.jpg?_i=AA 600w)
An assortment of fresh-baked dog treats
![claudias canine cuisine treat box dog gift](https://embarkvet.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/claudiascaninecuisine-300x288.jpg 300w, https://embarkvet.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/claudiascaninecuisine-1024x983.jpg 1024w, https://embarkvet.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/claudiascaninecuisine-768x737.jpg 768w, https://res.cloudinary.com/embark/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1609977231/embarkvet.com/uploads/claudiascaninecuisine-e1598285583361/claudiascaninecuisine-e1598285583361.jpg?_i=AA 600w)
An assortment of fresh-baked dog treats
![treatluv treat subscription box dog gift](https://embarkvet.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/treatluv-300x225.jpg 300w, https://res.cloudinary.com/embark/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1609977232/embarkvet.com/uploads/treatluv-e1598285622505/treatluv-e1598285622505.jpg?_i=AA 600w)
A subscription box for monthly shake ups
![treatluv treat subscription box dog gift](https://embarkvet.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/treatluv-300x225.jpg 300w, https://res.cloudinary.com/embark/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1609977232/embarkvet.com/uploads/treatluv-e1598285622505/treatluv-e1598285622505.jpg?_i=AA 600w)
A subscription box for monthly shake ups
![sojos good dogs treats dog gifts](https://embarkvet.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/sojosgooddogs-277x300.jpg 277w, https://embarkvet.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/sojosgooddogs-768x832.jpg 768w, https://res.cloudinary.com/embark/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1609977233/embarkvet.com/uploads/sojosgooddogs-e1598285644811/sojosgooddogs-e1598285644811.jpg?_i=AA 600w)
PBJ-flavored treats that are to-drool-for
![sojos good dogs treats dog gifts](https://embarkvet.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/sojosgooddogs-277x300.jpg 277w, https://embarkvet.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/sojosgooddogs-768x832.jpg 768w, https://res.cloudinary.com/embark/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1609977233/embarkvet.com/uploads/sojosgooddogs-e1598285644811/sojosgooddogs-e1598285644811.jpg?_i=AA 600w)
PBJ-flavored treats that are to-drool-for
![](https://embarkvet.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/wuferscookies-300x300.jpg 300w, https://embarkvet.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/wuferscookies-150x150.jpg 150w, https://embarkvet.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/wuferscookies-768x768.jpg 768w, https://res.cloudinary.com/embark/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1609977234/embarkvet.com/uploads/wuferscookies-e1598285663166/wuferscookies-e1598285663166.jpg?_i=AA 600w)
Themed dog cookie boxes for every occasion
![](https://embarkvet.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/wuferscookies-300x300.jpg 300w, https://embarkvet.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/wuferscookies-150x150.jpg 150w, https://embarkvet.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/wuferscookies-768x768.jpg 768w, https://res.cloudinary.com/embark/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1609977234/embarkvet.com/uploads/wuferscookies-e1598285663166/wuferscookies-e1598285663166.jpg?_i=AA 600w)
Themed dog cookie boxes for every occasion
![three dog bakery cookie sandwiches for dogs](https://embarkvet.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/threedogbakerycookiesandwiches-241x300.jpg 241w, https://embarkvet.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/threedogbakerycookiesandwiches-823x1024.jpg 823w, https://embarkvet.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/threedogbakerycookiesandwiches-768x955.jpg 768w, https://res.cloudinary.com/embark/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1609977235/embarkvet.com/uploads/threedogbakerycookiesandwiches-e1598285688419/threedogbakerycookiesandwiches-e1598285688419.jpg?_i=AA 600w)
Canine cookie sandwiches
![three dog bakery cookie sandwiches for dogs](https://embarkvet.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/threedogbakerycookiesandwiches-241x300.jpg 241w, https://embarkvet.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/threedogbakerycookiesandwiches-823x1024.jpg 823w, https://embarkvet.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/threedogbakerycookiesandwiches-768x955.jpg 768w, https://res.cloudinary.com/embark/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1609977235/embarkvet.com/uploads/threedogbakerycookiesandwiches-e1598285688419/threedogbakerycookiesandwiches-e1598285688419.jpg?_i=AA 600w)
Canine cookie sandwiches
![](https://res.cloudinary.com/embark/images/w_300,h_300,c_scale/f_auto,q_auto/v1609977237/embarkvet.com/uploads/puppyscoops/puppyscoops.png?_i=AA 300w, https://res.cloudinary.com/embark/images/w_1024,h_1024,c_fill,g_auto/f_auto,q_auto/v1609977237/embarkvet.com/uploads/puppyscoops/puppyscoops.png?_i=AA 1024w, https://res.cloudinary.com/embark/images/w_150,h_150,c_fill,g_auto/f_auto,q_auto/v1609977237/embarkvet.com/uploads/puppyscoops/puppyscoops.png?_i=AA 150w, https://res.cloudinary.com/embark/images/w_768,h_768,c_fill,g_auto/f_auto,q_auto/v1609977237/embarkvet.com/uploads/puppyscoops/puppyscoops.png?_i=AA 768w, https://res.cloudinary.com/embark/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1609977237/embarkvet.com/uploads/puppyscoops/puppyscoops.png?_i=AA 1080w)
Ice cream for dogs
Health and wellness dog gifts
Embark’s mission is to improve the health and livelihood of dogs everywhere, so we wanted to give a special shoutout to these gifts. Each one has a practical use as well as a health and wellness benefit.
Health and wellness gifts
Embark’s mission is to improve the health and livelihood of dogs everywhere, so we wanted to give a special shoutout to these gifts. Each one has a practical use as well as a health and wellness benefit.
![](https://res.cloudinary.com/embark/images/w_768,h_1,c_scale/f_auto,q_auto/v1609977226/embarkvet.com/uploads/divider/divider.jpg?_i=AA 768w, https://res.cloudinary.com/embark/images/w_300,h_1,c_scale/f_auto,q_auto/v1609977226/embarkvet.com/uploads/divider/divider.jpg?_i=AA 300w, https://res.cloudinary.com/embark/images/w_1024,h_1,c_scale/f_auto,q_auto/v1609977226/embarkvet.com/uploads/divider/divider.jpg?_i=AA 1024w, https://res.cloudinary.com/embark/images/w_150,h_2,c_scale/f_auto,q_auto/v1609977226/embarkvet.com/uploads/divider/divider.jpg?_i=AA 150w, https://res.cloudinary.com/embark/images/w_1536,h_2,c_scale/f_auto,q_auto/v1609977226/embarkvet.com/uploads/divider/divider.jpg?_i=AA 1536w, https://res.cloudinary.com/embark/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1609977226/embarkvet.com/uploads/divider/divider.jpg?_i=AA 1980w)
![cozy up dog steps with corgi sitting next to them dog gift](https://embarkvet.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/cozyupdogsteps-300x300.jpg 300w, https://embarkvet.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/cozyupdogsteps-1024x1024.jpg 1024w, https://embarkvet.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/cozyupdogsteps-150x150.jpg 150w, https://embarkvet.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/cozyupdogsteps-768x768.jpg 768w, https://res.cloudinary.com/embark/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1609977238/embarkvet.com/uploads/cozyupdogsteps-e1598285709676/cozyupdogsteps-e1598285709676.jpg?_i=AA 600w)
Dog stairs to give pups a boost
Originality: ⭐️ ⭐️
Dog breeds with the “long and low” body type like Dachshunds, Corgis, and Basset Hounds.
![cozy up dog steps with corgi sitting next to them dog gift](https://embarkvet.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/cozyupdogsteps-300x300.jpg 300w, https://embarkvet.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/cozyupdogsteps-1024x1024.jpg 1024w, https://embarkvet.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/cozyupdogsteps-150x150.jpg 150w, https://embarkvet.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/cozyupdogsteps-768x768.jpg 768w, https://res.cloudinary.com/embark/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1609977238/embarkvet.com/uploads/cozyupdogsteps-e1598285709676/cozyupdogsteps-e1598285709676.jpg?_i=AA 600w)
Dog stairs to give pups a boost
Originality: ⭐️ ⭐️
Dog breeds with the “long and low” body type like Dachshunds, Corgis, and Basset Hounds.
![beagle wearing thunder shirt anxiety vest dog gift](https://res.cloudinary.com/embark/images/w_300,h_237,c_scale/f_auto,q_auto/v1609977239/embarkvet.com/uploads/thundershirt/thundershirt.jpg?_i=AA 300w, https://res.cloudinary.com/embark/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1609977239/embarkvet.com/uploads/thundershirt/thundershirt.jpg?_i=AA 583w)
An anxiety vest that hugs stressed dogs
Originality: ⭐️ ⭐️
![beagle wearing thunder shirt anxiety vest dog gift](https://res.cloudinary.com/embark/images/w_300,h_237,c_scale/f_auto,q_auto/v1609977239/embarkvet.com/uploads/thundershirt/thundershirt.jpg?_i=AA 300w, https://res.cloudinary.com/embark/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1609977239/embarkvet.com/uploads/thundershirt/thundershirt.jpg?_i=AA 583w)
An anxiety vest that hugs stressed dogs
Originality: ⭐️ ⭐️
![lectrofan white noise machine dog gift](https://embarkvet.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/lectrofan-300x279.jpg 300w, https://embarkvet.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/lectrofan-768x714.jpg 768w, https://res.cloudinary.com/embark/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1609977240/embarkvet.com/uploads/lectrofan-e1598285763467/lectrofan-e1598285763467.jpg?_i=AA 600w)
A calming white noise machine
Originality: ⭐️ ⭐️
![lectrofan white noise machine dog gift](https://embarkvet.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/lectrofan-300x279.jpg 300w, https://embarkvet.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/lectrofan-768x714.jpg 768w, https://res.cloudinary.com/embark/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1609977240/embarkvet.com/uploads/lectrofan-e1598285763467/lectrofan-e1598285763467.jpg?_i=AA 600w)
A calming white noise machine
Originality: ⭐️ ⭐️
![dog wearing ruffwear summer booties outside dog gift](https://embarkvet.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/ruffwear-boots-300x300.jpg 300w, https://embarkvet.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/ruffwear-boots-150x150.jpg 150w, https://embarkvet.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/ruffwear-boots-768x768.jpg 768w, https://res.cloudinary.com/embark/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1609973398/embarkvet.com/uploads/ruffwear-boots-e1598285778244/ruffwear-boots-e1598285778244.jpg?_i=AA 600w)
Booties for hitting ruff terrain
Originality: ⭐️ ⭐️
![dog wearing ruffwear summer booties outside dog gift](https://embarkvet.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/ruffwear-boots-300x300.jpg 300w, https://embarkvet.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/ruffwear-boots-150x150.jpg 150w, https://embarkvet.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/ruffwear-boots-768x768.jpg 768w, https://res.cloudinary.com/embark/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1609973398/embarkvet.com/uploads/ruffwear-boots-e1598285778244/ruffwear-boots-e1598285778244.jpg?_i=AA 600w)
Booties for hitting ruff terrain
Originality: ⭐️ ⭐️