After a long year, the holiday season is finally upon us! It’s been a stressful and unique time for everyone, including your pup. But in many ways, your pup has probably enjoyed it as well. After all, if you were working at home at any point, that meant more time with you! So, this holiday season, why not think of some gifts for your pup to enjoy? Here are some of our ideas.

NON-TOXIC DOG TOYS

Looking for some new toys to entertain your pup both indoors and out? We love non-toxic options, which are thankfully more and more readily available. Although you can find more affordable toys, we know you want the safest option for your pup. Some good brands are Kong and Multipet. Kong offers a wide variety of toys for different level chewers! Multipet has a huge range of stuffed toys, heavy-duty rope toys, and more! Awesome tools to keep your dog’s brain stimulated.

TREATS

At The Good Dog Spot, we know the importance of rewarding your pup for good behavior, learning a new skill, and more. But what kind of treats are you giving your pup? We know you want to give your furbaby the very best, so that’s why we included treats as part of this guide. Consider giving your dog a special kind of treat they’ve never had before. You can’t go wrong with high quality dehydrated meat options. Check out Pet Center, Inc – we carry their “Quackers” which are raw dehydrated duck breast, and their beef steaks which are raw dehydrated beef lungs – YUM! Another enticing treat is Gibson Dog Treats which are artfully crafted in the USA. They have quite a few flavor options, great for getting your dog’s undivided attention during a training session!

GROOMING ESSENTIALS

Grooming is an important time to bond with your dog. Make grooming fun and safe for your pup this holiday season by investing in some high-quality products. Look for shampoo and soaps that do not contain toxic ingredients like artificial colors, fragrances, and isopropyl alcohol. The fewer ingredients you can find, the better. The brand we use and love here at The Good Dog Spot is Tropiclean Aloe & Coconut. It leaves your pup’s coat clean, soft, and shiny without any of those harsh smells!

GEAR

Finally, what kind of puppy gift guide would be complete without some ideas for gear? There are several options you can consider. The first is to invest in a warm and comfortable jacket to keep your pup cozy on wintertime walks. Many of these are waterproof. Also, now that it gets darker earlier in the evening, it’s important to have adequate reflective gear for both you and your dog to make your presence known to oncoming cars. We regularly carry the brand Zack & Zoey. They have hoodies, and jackets that have a reflective strip right on them! We are huge on safety for your beloved companion and Lupine Pet is a great company to do just that! We carry their collars, leashes, and harnesses. To top it off, Lupine Pet is Lifetime Guaranteed! This means Lupine Pet will replace any collar, leashes, or pet gear that has been damaged during normal pet-related activities, even chewing accidents!

For another practical option, invest in a bamboo dog collar to give your pup some serious style and comfort, or upgrade their dog bed to something even cozier. Any of these ideas are sure to be a hit!

APPAREL

In addition to any or all of the above ideas, don’t forget about yourself! Show off your love for your dog or the Good Dog Spot with our branded apparel options. Shop the entire collection here. We have everything from hoodies to coffee mugs and even cell phone cases! 

CALL TODAY

These items and more are available at The Good Dog Shop for your shopping convenience! Don’t know what to get your pet-loving friend? Buy one of our gift certificates and let them decide! We hope you have a safe and fun holiday season with your dog. To find out more information about our recommendations for non-toxic products or learn more about our grooming services and dog daycare programs, give us a call. Happy Holidays!

Call Us to book your spot (413) 534-1333

Call Us to book your spot (413) 534-1333

35 C North Chicopee Street Chicopee, MA 01020

139 King Street Northampton, MA 01060

ABOUT US

Our Mission is to ensure pet parents’ peace of mind by providing consistent, compassionate grooming services and a nurturing, safe and fun environment for pets to socialize and grow through our daycare and overnight programs.

Chicopee hours

  • Monday  7:00am - 6:30pm
  • Tuesday  7:00am - 6:30pm
  • Wednesday  7:00am - 6:30pm
  • Thursday  7:00am - 6:30pm
  • Friday  7:00am - 6:30pm
  • Saturday  8:00am - 4:00pm
  • Sunday  8:00am - 9:00am
    & 4:00 - 5:00pm

We are closed between 12:30-1:30 for lunch
Holidays:  8:00am - 9:00am & 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Northampton hours

  • Monday  7:00am - 6:30pm
  • Tuesday  7:00am - 6:30pm
  • Wednesday  7:00am - 6:30pm
  • Thursday  7:00am - 6:30pm
  • Friday  7:00am - 6:30pm
  • Saturday  8:00am - 4:00pm
  • Sunday  8:00am - 9:00am
    & 4:00pm - 5:00pm

We are closed between 12:30-1:30 for lunch
Holidays:  8:00am - 9:00am & 4:00pm - 5:00pm