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Only for good owners: What to give your four-legged friend for the holidays

Ihor Romanko

What to give your dog and cat for the New Year and Christmas
What to give your dog and cat for the New Year and Christmas. Source: homefood.ua

The British love their pets and consider them full-fledged family members. So it's no surprise that they receive gifts for Christmas.

According to a survey conducted by Petplan, 80% of British pet owners believe that their pets deserve Christmas gifts, the Express reports.

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The most popular gifts for dogs are new toys, a turkey dinner, a blanket, a jumper, new beds, a nice collar, and new toys. Cats tend to receive new toys and scratching posts.

11% of respondents believe that their cats' behavior is not perfect, so they will be on Santa's naughty list and will not receive gifts this Christmas. Among dogs, only 8% of owners believe that only 8% will be on this list.

72% of Britons believe that the presence of a pet on Christmas Eve makes the celebration special. 23% prepare special food for their pets, and 16% will watch Christmas movies with them.

Here's a list of traditions and Christmas gifts for British pets based on the survey:

  • A new toy
  • Some new treats
  • Wrapping gifts in a way that all family members, including animals, can open them on their own
  • Watching a Christmas movie together, cuddling on the couch
  • Christmas dinner together as a family
  • A new bed
  • A new collar
  • A special Christmas dinner for the animals
  • Advent calendar
  • Christmas jumper
  • New winter jacket for cold walks
  • Christmas card
  • A drink for the animals
  • A joint trip to places where pets are allowed
  • Taking them out for a Christmas meal

Earlier, experts told you how long you can leave your cat alone.

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