By Sophie, co-founder of Beast + Bonbon. Updated October 2026.
Short answer: the Christmas gifts pet lovers keep longest are the ones with their own pet on them: a custom woven blanket, a pet portrait pillow, or something personal for a pet they have lost this year. If you are ordering anything custom for Christmas, order by December 10 so it arrives in time in the US. Ordering later? Email us and we will check fast delivery options for you.
Here are ten ideas for dog moms, cat dads and everyone in between, from under $30 to a gift they will use for years.
Who are you shopping for?
- For a dog mom: personalized gifts for dog moms at every budget
- For a dog dad, a new puppy owner or a couple: gifts for dog dads, new puppy owners and couples
- For a cat lover: gifts for cat lovers who have everything
- For any pet parent: gift ideas for pet parents
- A blanket with their pet on it: Christmas pet blanket ideas: designs, colors and names
- For someone who lost a pet this year: a gentle Christmas gift for someone who lost a pet
Christmas gifts for pet lovers by budget
- Under $30: a personalized ornament with the pet's name, or a donation to a shelter in the pet's name with a handwritten note.
- $30 to $100: a woven pet portrait pillow ($79), a custom pet pickleball kit ($95), a photo book of their pet's year or a good walking set.
- $100 to $170: a custom woven pet blanket ($105 to $165), with up to 3 pets on one blanket.
Personalized gifts with their pet on them
1. A custom woven pet blanket ($105 to $165)
Their pet's portrait, created by our designers from a photo, checked by hand and woven into a 100% cotton throw. Because it is woven rather than printed, the picture is part of the fabric, so it keeps its detail and looks like home decor on the sofa, not a photo blanket. It is our signature gift. Not sure which fabric to choose? See how a woven photo blanket compares with fleece and sherpa.
- Sizes: Small 52" x 37", Medium 60" x 50", Large 80" x 60"
- Up to 3 pets on one blanket: dogs, cats or other pets
- Includes a Christmas design with red and green stripes and a bow
- Free design proof within 24 hours, woven in the USA
See the custom pet woven blanket
2. A custom pet throw pillow ($79)
A smaller way to put their pet on the couch. Our pillows are woven, double-sided and 17" x 18", with styles like Portrait, Sailor, Floral, Biker and Parisian. A good pick for a coworker, a sister, or anyone who already owns too many blankets.
3. A custom pet pickleball kit ($95)
For the friend who plays pickleball and talks about their dog the whole time. Two wood paddles printed on both sides with their pet, two balls and a carry bag.
4. A framed portrait from a local artist
If they prefer art on the wall, a local illustrator or painter can do a one-off portrait. Book early: many artists close their holiday orders in November.
5. A personalized ornament
A small ornament with the pet's name or face is an easy add-on to a bigger gift and becomes part of the tree every year.
Gifts for someone who lost a pet this year
6. A memorial blanket or pillow
The first Christmas without a pet is hard. A woven blanket with their pet's portrait and name gives them something to hold. One customer who ordered for a pet they had recently lost wrote that it "looks exactly like" their dog. Write a short card to go with it, and use the pet's name.
7. A donation in the pet's name
A gift to a local shelter or rescue in the pet's name, with a handwritten note, means a lot and costs whatever you choose.
Practical gifts pet owners use every day
8. A good walking set
A comfortable leash, a treat pouch and a bag holder that clips on. Pet owners rarely replace these for themselves.
9. A dog DNA kit
A fun gift for mixed breed owners who always get asked "what kind of dog is that?"
10. A photo book of their pet's year
Pull photos from their social media and make a small book. It costs little and takes an evening.
How to get a custom pet gift in time for Christmas
- Order by December 10 for standard US Christmas delivery. Ordering later? Email hello@beastbonbon.com before you order and we will check fast delivery options for you.
- Find a clear photo. Eyes open, facing the camera, good light. If it is a surprise, their Instagram or Facebook is usually the best source.
- Approve your proof quickly. We send a free design proof within 24 hours. Nothing is woven until you approve it.
- Delivery. Your gift arrives 8 to 12 days after you approve the proof.
Our holiday gifts also support the ASPCA.
Questions people ask
What is the best Christmas gift for a dog mom?
Something with her dog on it that she will use every day. A custom woven blanket or pillow is personal, looks good in the living room, and lasts for years.
When should I order custom pet gifts for Christmas?
As early as you can. For Beast + Bonbon, order by December 10 for US Christmas delivery. After December 10, email hello@beastbonbon.com and we will check fast delivery options for you.
What if I only have a blurry or dark photo?
Send the best one you have. Our designers can improve the lighting and recreate missing details, and you can email extra photos to hello@beastbonbon.com. You will see a proof before anything is woven.
What do you give someone whose pet died close to Christmas?
Keep it personal and gentle: a memorial blanket or pillow with the pet's portrait and name, or a donation in the pet's name, with a handwritten card.
Can I put more than one pet on a blanket?
Yes, up to 3 pets on one blanket: dogs, cats or other pets.