Do you have a friend who has a four legged animal as their baby? Is it hard for you to find your friend a present or Gift for their birthday, special occasion or holiday? Why not get them something their dog or cat can use. There are a variety of gifts available for pets these days. Many pet owners look for the best and healthiest gifts for their four legged friends.

Pets, particularly dogs and cats have been man’s greatest playmates and trusted friends for many years. They have always been around as loyal companions and hence Healthy gifts for them will go a long way in appreciating their loyalty. Therefore when making your shopping list it’s important that you include something special for your best friend and longtime companion.

When buying a gift for your pet you don’t need to spend a lot of money on expensive items. There are many healthy, less costly and more practical items that will ensure that your pet lives long and remains around for many years. Some great gift ideas for pets include: pet insurance, veterinary medical checkup, healthy food, a life without parasite, exercise and microchips.

Pet insurance: Pet insurance which primarily covers cats and dogs pays the veterinary costs when the insured pet becomes ill or accidentally injured. Insuring a pet helps the pet owner avoid the risk of paying for serious medical procedures such as cancer treatment or surgery. Alternatively, the pet owner can prepare for such situations by setting aside a given amount of money every month. For example you could set aside $25 per month to go towards emergencies for your pet. There are a number of different pet insurances available to meet your needs and the needs of your pet. Either way, preparing for a medical emergency is one of the best gifts you can give your dog at anytime.

Veterinary Medical Checkup:Although a trip to a veterinarian may not appear as an ideal gift for one’s pet, a medical check up may help in early diagnose a serious and potentially fatal health problem. It’s just as important for a pet to get regular checkups as it is for their owners to get checked on. Therefore working closely with a veterinarian to ensure that your dog is both healthy and happy is a wonderful gift one can give a pet.

Nutritious Food:Special food treats often accompanied with table scraps are common gifts given to pets during the holiday season. While this may be a great act of love and kindness such foods may make a pet ill or lead to an overweight pet, therefore be cautious when giving dogs edible gift. To make food a great gift for your pet consult a veterinarian about the right nutrients for your pet so that you can choose the best diet for your animal.

Parasite Free Life: Parasites such as fleas, ticks and heartworms infect pets making them very sick and in some cases killing them, to avoid this it is recommended that pets are checked regularly and given anti-parasite medications. If your pet has not been given anti-parasitic medications then parasite prevention will make a great gift for any animal.

Exercise: Although buying your pet a new play toy may seem like a great gift, an extended play time with your pet or a long walk around your neighborhood is better. By helping your dog maintain a healthy weight through exercise you will give a gift of good health to your pet and yourself.

Microchip: A microchip will make a wonderful gift for your pet if it is not yet microchipped. Having a pet microchipped is a fast and inexpensive way of ensuring that you are re-united with your pet if it gets lost at any given time. If your pet has already been micro-chipped ensure that the contact information is correct and up to date. Investing in a microchip for your pet will save in the headache of searching and looking for them if they go missing. The expense will outweigh the benefits in the end.

Pets have always been man’s best and most trusted friends. While we may want to shower them with material things, it’s good to note that love and attention is the greatest gift of all.