Best Gifts for New Dog Owners UK 2026

Our picks

Best overall: Snuggle Puppy heartbeat comfort toy. This is the one gift on the list that feels like a proper present. The listing says it comes with a removable heartbeat module (two AAA batteries included) and a disposable heat pack, both designed to help a puppy settle at bedtime in a new home. The plush cover is machine washable once the internal parts are taken out. The colour selected on the Amazon page we checked was Golden, while the title mentions a cream plush design, so check the colour shown before you order.

Best budget: KONG Puppy chew toy (Medium). A classic first toy and an easy stocking filler. KONG says the Puppy version uses a softer natural rubber made for a growing puppy's baby teeth, it bounces for games of fetch, and it can be stuffed with treats, kibble or paste to keep a busy pup occupied or help with crate training. Colour is picked at random, and you should choose the size that suits the breed.

Best for families: Amazon Basics puppy training pads (50 pack). Not glamorous, but every new puppy home gets through a lot of them. The listing describes 50 regular-size pads measuring 56 x 56 cm, a five-layer build, and a core that turns liquid to gel, with a plastic border around the edge to help prevent overflow.

Other useful gifts for new puppy owners

LickiMat Classic Buddy lick mat. A low-cost gift for calmer moments. You spread something like yogurt or a pet-safe paste into the textured surface and the dog licks it out slowly. The listing says to supervise your pet and that it is not a chew toy, and it points owners of puppies or known chewers to the tougher LickiMat Tuff range instead, so bear that in mind for a teething pup.

Amazon Basics poo bags with dispenser (300 bags). A practical stocking filler for daily walks. You get 300 bags plus a dispenser that clips to the lead with a carabiner hook, and each bag has an arrow showing which side opens.

MidWest iCrate folding crate with divider (18 inch). A crate gives a puppy its own safe den. This is the smallest size, 47 x 32 x 37 cm, and MidWest says it is sized for tiny breeds up to 5 kg, so it suits toy breeds only. The divider panel lets you change the space as the puppy grows. For a bigger breed, choose a larger size on the same Amazon page.

Outward Hound Fun Feeder slow feeder bowl (Medium). Handy for puppies that wolf their food. The ridges are designed to lengthen mealtimes, the brand says the Medium holds about two cups of dry kibble, and the bowl is top-rack dishwasher safe.

What to look for in a gift for a new dog owner

Size first. Toys, crates and bowls come in several sizes, and a crate or chew toy that is too small for the breed is no use. Ask what breed and expected adult size the puppy is before you buy.

Practical beats novelty. New owners get through pads and poo bags quickly and use a chew toy and a bed-time comfort item every day, so everyday kit is usually more welcome than a novelty outfit.

Safety. Choose puppy-specific chew toys, supervise lick mats and toys, and remove anything that starts to break apart.

Budget. Five of the seven products were under £10 when we checked, which makes them easy stocking fillers or Secret Santa gifts for a colleague with a new dog, while the Snuggle Puppy works as a main present.

Prices note: prices shown were checked on Amazon UK on 5 October 2026 and can change at any time. Click through to see today's price and stock before you buy.