Let’s face it — animals are awesome. They’re fluffy, they’re silly, they’re cute, and they’re beautiful. Whether we’re talking about cats making us laugh in videos, or wild majestic elephants roaming the Savannah, most of us agree that when it comes to being cute, animals always win our hearts.
Perhaps that’s why there are so many awesome products that feature animals. Whether it’s artwork for our homes, accessories like watches, or dishware, there are tons of great animal-themed gifts just waiting to be given. So, we found 15 perfect cute, funny, and most importantly, classy gift ideas for your favorite animal-lover.
Coffee Friends
Molly Hatch Icon Mugs
Start an animal-themed collection of drinkware with these stylish blue and white mugs. They’re currently available showing six different animals, including three different breeds of dogs, a narwhal, a llama, and even the mythical unicorn. Be sure to check back regularly, as Molly Hatch is always adding different icons to this collection.
Around $14 at Anthropologie.com
Classy Equine Art
Contemplate Limited Edition Print by Leslie Le Coq
Show off your love of horses — and photography — with this stunning black-and-white photograph of a horse in snow by artist Leslie Le Coq. Available framed or unframed in a variety of sizes ranging up to 60 by 44 inches, this beautiful work of art is the perfect piece to hang in your home.
Starting at $21 at Minted.com
Furry Entertainers
Dapper Animal Salad Plates
Add a little fun to your dinner table by mixing and matching a collection of porcelain Dapper Animal Plates. Designed by Rachel Kozlowski, each plate features an animal dressed in a vibrant, colorful outfit, such as mountain lion wearing pearls or a buffalo in a striped shirt with a vest and a feathered hat.
Around $10 at WestElm.com
A Delicious Gift That Gives Back
Rescue Chocolate Gift Collections
Give your favorite animal lover with a sweet tooth a box of delicious vegan, organic and handcrafted chocolate bars. These chocolate gift boxes are available in a variety of yummy flavors — including peanut butter, mocha, peppermint, mission fig and more. Plus, the profits from your purchase go to helping dog shelters and animal nonprofits all around the country.
Starting at $25 at RescueChocolate.com
Perfect For Your Den
Hand Carved Acacia Woodland Friends Stool — Bear
This bear stool is the perfect, unique gift for any wildlife lover — no matter what age. It is hand-carved out of sustainable acacia hardwood, then hand painted to bring out the details of the bear, while still highlighting the natural wood grain. About 10 inches high, it is the perfect height for a footstool or living room footrest.
Around $49.95 at PlowHearth.com
Purrfect Pet Portrait
Custom 2 Pet Portrait Illustration by deanandbean
Whether your friend has two dogs, two cats, or one of each, this custom illustration of a pair of pets is sure to be treasured forever. You simply send the artist photos of the pets to be included, their names, any other special requests and within a few weeks, you’ll have your perfect portrait ready to be framed.
Around $65 on Etsy.com
Owl-wise Be On Time
Kate Spade Owl Black Leather Watch
Featuring a golden owl with white feather details on the face, this classy timepiece is the perfect gift for any bird lover. Plus, with the dainty black leather straps, this watch will never go out of style.
Around $225 at KateSpade.com
Silly Doormat
The Original Bunch of Cats in Here Doormat by TheCheekyDoormat
Need a gift for the self-proclaimed “cat person”? Then look no further. This silly, made-to-order, “there’s, like, a bunch of cats in here” doormat is sure to get a warm laugh from the recipient — and it will warn everyone else entering their home that they’re probably going to get some cat hair on their clothes before the end of their visit.
Around $44 on Etsy.com
For The Desk
2019 Critter Easel Calendar
Featuring 12 different animals — from puffins to raccoons to pandas — in colorful, whimsical settings, this easel calendar is a great gift choice for your work colleagues, kids, or anyone looking for the perfect item to brighten their desk.
Around $19.95 at Papersource.com
Best Furry Gag Gift
Cat Paw Socks
What’s cuter than a cat’s pink little toes? These socks! Available in two patterns — calico and grey tabby — these ankle, cotton socks are breathable and soft, keeping your friend’s feet comfortable all day long. Plus, they’re sure to make anyone smile.
Around $9.90 on Meowingtons.com
Cute Phone Case
Young Sloth Phone Case by Tai Prints
This sloth phone case will brighten anyone’s day. Not only is this phone case cute, but it is also built to last, made of flexible plastic to protect from scratches and scuffs. It’s also available for a range of phone models — including iPhones 4 through X and the Galaxy S4 through S8.
Starting at $35.99 at Society6.com
Canine Design
Personalized Dog Blueprints
Made to resemble mid-century blueprints, this framed, personalized illustration of your giftee’s dog will show the “design specs,” temperament, and documentation about the breed, along with the doggie’s name. Each piece of art is custom-made in Portland, Oregon, and is given a distressed look so as to resemble an authentic, vintage document.
Around $199 on UncommonGoods.com
For The Writer
Birds of a Feather Everyday Notebook Set, Set of Two with Gold Accents
This set of two bird-themed notebooks is the perfect gift for writers. One notebook depicts swans on its cover, the other, flamingos, but both come with sixty-four unlined pages and metallic gold foil accents. They also lay flat when opened, making them easy to write or sketch in.
Around $14 from RiflePaperCo.com
Cuddle Pillows
Custom Pet Pillows
Ever wish you could snuggle your beloved pet forever? Well now you can with these personalized throw pillows made in a pet dog, cat, or bird’s likeness. Each pillow is handmade in Brooklyn, by New York artist Ronda J. Smith using a photograph of the pet that is printed onto cotton sateen fabric.
Around $145 on UncommonGoods.com
The Gift of Conservation
WWF Symbolic Species Adoptions
If you’re looking for the perfect gift for the conservationists, you can symbolically adopt — in their name — their favorite wild animal, be it a amur tiger, beluga whale, or african elephant. Each gift comes with an adoption certificate, species card, and photo. The proceeds go to helping the WWF protect wild animals and their habitats in over 100 countries worldwide.
Starting at $25 at WWF.com
