8 Christmas-Themed Toys Your Dog Will Sniff Out as Soon as You Wrap Them

If peace on Earth is the theme of the season, this lick mat will definitely come in handy: nothing will provide your Christmas party with more serenity than knowing your dog is hard at play (and not trying to snaffle mince pies from the kitchen table).

A good helping of Christmas pudding will keep you full for hours. In a similar way, this festive rope toy will keep your pup busy for hours as they gnaw and paw its interesting shapes.

Look, eggnog is probably the worst Christmas tipple, but that doesn’t mean it can’t still make for an adorable gift. Honestly, it’s probably better served as a dog toy. They’ll get loads more enjoyment chewing up their ’nog in front of the fireplace than we do pouring enough bourbon in the stuff to make it drinkable.

Dogs who love a bit of rough ’n’ tumble play will enjoy this tough, durable dog toy, which also has an internal squeaker to keep them stimulated.

This hand-woven and vegetable-dyed rope toy is a subtle addition to your pup’s stocking. Plus, 10 percent of the proceeds go to animal welfare charities. Not only is it aesthetically pleasing, but it also acts as doggie dental floss as your dog gnaws away.

There’s a way to incorporate plaid into your dog’s life without letting it take over their wardrobe (really, who needs six plaid dog jumpers?). This low-stakes foray into the popular seasonal pattern won’t break the bank and will help your dog enjoy some festive cheer without having to wear an itchy sweater.

Christmas isn’t complete without a tub of Quality Street. This one, however, is fully dog-friendly because all it has inside is a squeaker (and absolutely no chocolate).

This chew toy is made of natural jute, a material that’s sustainable and biodegradable. So if your pup eventually manages to chew it into tiny little pieces, you won’t need to feel any guilt throwing it away.