Raleigh Dog Gift Guide

The holiday season is upon us! That means the Raleigh Dog Gift Guide is here! If you’re anything like me, your gift-giving list wouldn’t be complete without a little something for the pet lovers in your life—or for yourself! To make your shopping simple and stress-free, I’ve curated a list of businesses in the Raleigh area offering unique, thoughtful, and handcrafted gifts that celebrate our love for furry friends.

From handmade treasures to unforgettable experiences, this guide is packed with ideas that will bring joy to both pets and their humans.

Personalized handmade gifts for your dog.

The following awesome businesses in the Raleigh Dog Gift Guide all feature handmade gifts that will be sure to be a big hit this holiday season! I have also interacted with each of these business owners and they are all super kind and have a passion for dogs and rescues.

Binky and Bell

Binky and Bell bring an unparalleled charm and whimsy to pet-themed gifts with their playful and creative art. From stickers to t-shirts, and blankets, these products are perfect for spreading cheer this holiday season. Check out their featured item:

Feed Me.Take Me Out. Tell Me You Love Me White Unisex Classic Crew Neck Sweatshirt.

This design includes a puppy with the wording “Feed Me. Take Me Out. Tell Me You Love Me.” Design and Artwork by Binky and Bell. A portion of all purchased made go to help local rescues.

You can shop their whole collection HERE.

Coupon code for $5 off $20 or more on thier website is “BinkysWishBook”. Expires Dec. 10.

Photo below supplied by Rick Gardner (pictured!)

Cassidy Madeco

You have to check out Cassidy Madeco! It’s amazing how she is able to embody the personality of your dog in art form. From adorable stickers to personalized sweatshirts, you will be sure to find something for any dog parents on your list. She also offers gift cards on her website. A couple of years back I had her do stickers of my dogs. Look how adorable! Shop her website HERE.

Pots and Pencil

Next up on the Raleigh Dog Gift Guide is the husband and wife duo of Pots and Pencil. For the coffee-loving dog parent, Pots and Pencil’s custom handmade dog mugs are a must-have. Each piece is thoughtfully crafted, featuring charming illustrations that capture the personality of your favorite pup.

They create a custom mug or you can pick one out that reminds you of your dog. I have two of their mugs; the one with the hound on it reminds me of Sophie. It is is my new favorite mug! Shop their products HERE.

Victoria Lowry Art

I am absolutely amazed by the talent that is Victoria Lowry Art. She can magically turn your beloved pet into a masterpiece! I had commissioned her last year to create a painting of my Marley boy after he passed. His portrait brings comfort and wonderful memories every time I see it. These one-of-a-kind pieces are the perfect way to honor your furry friend. She also offers gift certificates. You can shop her store HERE.

Fashion for Pups and Humans!

The following gifts are for the fashionistas on your list; pups and humans alike! These stores offer top quality products. You can check them out at many local events or by shopping on their website.

Nana’s Bandannas

The pup in your life Elevate your dog’s holiday style with Nana’s Bandanas. These handmade accessories come in festive patterns and are as adorable as they are practical. Whether your pup is lounging by the fire or out on a walk, they’ll be turning heads with these one-of-a-kind bandanas. Visit their shop HERE. Photo credit: Nana’s Bandannas website.

Malune Pets

Pamper your pet with the luxurious, eco-friendly products from Malune Pets. From cozy beds to stylish collars, their collection combines comfort with sophistication, making it the perfect indulgence for your furry friend this season. Check out their awesome merchandise HERE.

Dog Mom’s Closet

For the dog mom in your life, The Dog Mom’s Closet offers stylish apparel and accessories that celebrate the bond between pets and their humans. From cozy sweatshirts to fun tote bags, this shop is a treasure trove of thoughtful gifts. I have two of their clothing items and they are super soft and high quality. Visit their website to shop the holiday collection HERE.

Photo below I took at a market of their holiday collection.

NC Mutts

Another fantastic place to get dog mom gear is NC Mutts. From accessories, shifts, and tote bags they have everything to meet your dog mom gift needs. Check out some of their merch I got at a recent event! The owner, Melissa, is the nicest person you will ever meet. I loved the humor in some of the the products as well as how super-soft the t-shirt is! You can shop her store HERE.

Below is a photo I took at a recent event.

Unique Pet Portrait Experience

Want to gift a stand out pet photography experience? Abby Moreno of Paws Fur Joy Photography offers a premier pet portrait experience, uniquely blending mindfulness and animal reiki to celebrate the profound joy and goodness that dogs bring to our lives.

Here is a direct link to purchase a gift card HERE.

For Your Home

Wick for Wags Candles

This amazing business was formed in 2015 inspired by her dog, Juno. Sadly Juno passed in 2023 but his legacy lives on in the joy Wicks and Wags brings to their customers. They are also a big support of local rescues. 10% of proceeds are donated to local animal rescues. You’ve got to try out these candles; I especially love the fall scents! Shop Wicks for Wags HERE.

Toys and Treats for your Dog

The next businesses on our Raleigh Dog Gift guide include places where you can buy tasty treats or toys for your dog. Surely this is your dog’s favorite section of the gift guide!

Underbite Pet Boutique

This boutique is expertly curated to provide the best of the best for your pup! The owner, Kellie, makes a point to include local makers and small businesses in her offerings. They even have subscription boxes! How awesome is that?! Imagine being able to gift a gift that keeps on giving. Much better than a jelly of the month club haha! I really hope that you got my Christmas Vacation movie reference. Browse and purchase their products HERE.

Photo from their website of an item I want, a merry drink sleeve, in case anyone is wondering 🙂

Woofinwaggle Dog Spa and Boutique

Woofinwaggle is such a fun place to bring your pet. Not only can you choose adorable toys and treats for them, but they also offer grooming and a self dog wash. They only use human-grade grooming products. Visit their website to learn more about their services HERE.

Unleashed: The Cat and Dog Store

Unleashed is an amazing store with several locations around the Triangle. Odds are wherever you live there is one conveniently located. The owners do a lot for rescues including holiday fundraisers as well as holding their annual Spring Fling event. Check out their store HERE.

Pup Pastry

I had the pleasure of meeting the owner at a recent event. The passion she has for her work is absolutely inspiring. My dog is obsessed with their cake pops. I love that they are super soft for her senior teeth. Their mission is to create treats for dogs and cats that not only taste amazing, but are also beneficial to their health. Support this woman-owned business by clicking HERE.

Waggy Treats Bakery

My Sophie went nuts over Waggy Treats Bakery’s gluten free treats! She loved this item since they were softer consistency for her to chew. She loved them so much that she kept betting for them, it was becoming a problem haha! This women-owned business offers a variety of treats made from all natural ingredients. It is important to them that every bite is beneficial to your dog’s health. Shop the yummy treats HERE.

3 Pups Bakery

3 Pups Bakery is another women-owned business that has Sophie’s stamp of approval! They have a ton of creative options including doggy cannolis. How cute! They also take custom orders for extra personalization. I had ordered a gotcha day cupcake and treats back when we officially adopted my dogs. Check it out below. You can shop HERE.

Veronica’s Doggy Delights

Each and every treat is carefully selected and tested by their four-legged treat testers. Only human-grade ingredients are used along with plenty of love! You can find Veronica at many vendor events in the area or shop through here store HERE.

South Paw Treats

South Paw Treats evolved from Mary Clay’s love for her dog, Maggie. Love is one of the key ingredients in these treats for your dog. You have got to be sure you are following South Paw on social media; you will see that Santa has made a visit! South Paw started with the purpose to create tasty and healthy treats fro Maggie in her senior years. Shop their store HERE.

AMR DOG Treats

Based in Hope Mills, Dottie Thompson places your dog’s well-being at the heart of everything she does. She creates dog cakes and treats that are safe and nutritious so you can feel good about what you are giving your dog. Check them out HERE.

Handsome Hound Dog Treats

Owned by Susan Graff, her hope is to deliver wholesome, handmade treats to the dogs and cats of Durham, NC and beyond! She offers a variety of flavors and textures. A festive and unique gift she offers is a dog treat ornament, look how cute! You can shop HERE.