10 Best Dog Advent Calendars to Treat Your Pup This Christmas
Let your furry family member join in on the fun with these toy and treat-filled countdowns.
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Your Christmas gift shopping list should include everyone you love most — and that includes your furry best friend. Your pup shows you unconditional love every single day, so why shouldn't they get to bask in all the yuletide joy along with everyone else in your family? And you don't have to wait until December 25 to shower them with fun toys and treats.
There's an advent calendar for everything these days: alcohol advent calendars for those who like booze, toy advent calendars for kids, sock advent calendars to keep your feet in the festive spirit and of course, classic chocolate advent calendars to satisfy your sweet tooth. This year, you can get Fido in on the fun too with our list of the best dog advent calendars you can buy in 2022, including personalized countdowns that you can reuse next year, cardboard calendars that come pre-filled with festive treats and customizable options that you can tailor to your dog's preferences. And just in case your pup is on a restricted diet, our selection also includes options filled with dog toys to keep them busy while you decorate, bake and wrap the month away.
There's no doubt that your dog made Santa's nice list this year, so don't forget to check out our guide to the best pet gifts, to make sure that they have something paw-some to open on December 25, too.
Himalayan Dog Chew 24 Days Advent Calendar
If you can indulge in Christmas cookies all season, your dog should be able to do the same. Himalayan Pet Supply’s 24-piece selection is made from all-natural ingredients like sweet potato, bacon and peanut butter, just to name a few.
Seasons treatings! Made with rolled oats, cinnamon and natural vanilla flavor, these holiday-shaped treats definitely sound like something Rudolph would approve of – and your best pal will love 'em, too!
Editor's Note: This calendar is not in stock yet for 2022, but you can leave your email and Bark will alert you when it's available.
Midlee Advent Treat Box
Spoil your pup with treats every day leading up to Christmas with this box that enables a little DIY. Fill all 24 boxes with their favorite treats or toys, perfect for picky pups who may not like pre-filled calendars.
DreamBone Furry Christmas Advent Calendar
Why not spoil Fido with 24 festive treats as they wait for Santa's arrival? Behind each door, they'll sniff out chicken-flavored mini bones, some even shaped like candy canes.
Wufers Advent Cookie Calendar
Unlike some other dog advent calendars, all of the cookies in this calendar are wrapped in airtight packaging, keeping them fresh for up to 15 months.
This Christmas countdown calendar doubles as an adorable holiday decoration. It features a wooden dowel, so you can hang it up high to prevent your dog from sneaking the treats while you're not looking.
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CreativityCustomized Personalized Dog Advent Calendar
Nothing takes you back to your childhood Christmas like a fabric advent calendar. You can even personalize this pet-friendly version by adding your dog’s name at the top, to create a lasting keepsake.
Snif-Snax Happy Holiday Advent Calendar
For dogs with food sensitivities, try this grain-free advent calendar containing treats made with salmon and sweet potato. They are human-grade, but don't be tempted to take a bite yourself.
Sugarwish The Dog Treat Box
Choose from six, eight, 12 or 24 varieties of treats and toys in this fully customizable dog delivery box. Pick your flavors and styles (including apparel and toys) to ensure your dog loves every one. It's a little pricier than some other options, but you get more for your buck.
If your dog gets as excited about new toys as mine does, blow their mind with this toy calendar from Target. It's got 12 new toys with holiday themes. Grab the camera before you give them each one—this one's perfect for the 'gram.
What to look for in an advent calendar for dogs
✔️ Treat content: If your dog has allergies, food sensitivities, eats a special diet or just turns up their nose at certain foods, go for a calendar that fits their needs. Parents of particularly persnickety pets might want to pick a fillable calendar or one with toys instead of treats.
✔️ Delivery date: What good is an advent calendar if it arrives after Christmas? All of our picks will arrive in plenty of time if you order early, but don't wait until the last minute to ensure your pup doesn't have to play catch-up.
✔️ Breed or species: It may sound obvious, but make sure you're clicking "buy" on the dog version, if your chosen calendar comes in both cat and dog varieties. Cat and dog treats are not created equal. Particularly for boxes with toys inside, make sure it's appropriate for your pet's size or chewing strength, too.
✔️ Reputable vendors: All of the calendars we chose are from established companies with good reputations, since we never want to feed our pets anything but the best. Always make sure you know where yours is coming from, and double check the expiration date when it arrives to make sure the contents are as fresh as can be.
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Lizz Schumer has been writing about pets for Good Housekeeping, Woman's Day and Prevention magazines for the past five years, regularly speaking with pet experts for their advice and evaluating products herself and with the help of the Good Housekeeping Institute. She's also the proud owner of Jerry, a 9-year-old pitbull, who helps test everything she brings home. It's a tough job, but somebody has to do it.
Antonia is a lifestyle and food writer from South Florida. Along with contributing to GoodHouskeeping.com, she writes for the TODAY Show, Insider, and Apartment Therapy. And she’s currently a production assistant at the Kitchn. When she isn’t not writing, you’ll find her in the kitchen aspiring to reach Barefoot Contessa status, walking on the beach, or watching endless rom-com marathons.
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