Pet Christmas Stocking
Pets are members of our families, and as such, would enjoy having their own Christmas stocking filled with treats to dig into on Christmas morning. Children often delight in helping the pets discover what is in the stocking, and it's a good way to introduce younger children to the joy of giving, and focusing on someone else's pleasure other than own on Christmas morning. (Many children can focus on the pet's happiness before they are able to focus on another person's emotions.)
You can purchase a stocking for your pet along with other family member's stockings at the same time. If you like, write the pet's name in glue on the stocking and sprinkle with glitter for a glittery name tag. Or, find a stocking made for pets at a pet store or specialty outlet. Craft stores often have lots of designs for cross-stitched and other handmade pet stockings. Many cute options are available!
You can also make the pet's stocking if you like to sew. Patterns are easily developed, or many versions are available online.
There are lots of options for fillers. Gourmet pet treats are available (watch an upcoming post for recipes if you want to try making some yourself!). Regular treats are also good options, or maybe you'd like to splurge and buy a variety of flavors or a type you don't normally buy. Just remember to limit the treats when doling them out ... make them last and your pet's tummy will thank you!
Toys are another staple. Commercial toys are readily available. If you want to fill a stocking with lots of toys, look for value packages with lots of toys. Dollar stores are also a good source if you are familiar enough with the quality of toys, so that you can select a sturdy, safe, non-toxic toy.
Practical items are good stocking stuffers too. Consider collars (maybe a fancy one, or one decorated with rhinestones or ribbons), leashes, brushes, combs, and other grooming aids. This year there is an even wider variety of pet clothing available in discount outlets, from those that truly dress and warm the pet to simpler dress-up bandannas and bows.
Have fun selecting items for your pet's Christmas stocking. Get the family involved, especially if you have small children. Be sure to hang the pet's stocking with the family's stockings, but keep it out of reach. (If your pet knows the items are something he wants, and is very persistent about jumping or trying to climb to reach it, you may have to hang the stocking empty until almost time to give him the contents.)Above all, have fun and enjoy your family members, both human and furry ones!
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