Christmas is a season of love and togetherness—and for families with a baby who already adores their furry sibling, it’s an opportunity to celebrate that special bond in the most magical way. This guide is designed for babies who love their dogs, offering thoughtful gift ideas that honor the connection between them.
From playful toys and cozy keepsakes to adorable matching outfits, each item on this list is carefully chosen to make your baby’s first Christmas with their four-legged friend extra memorable. Let’s dive into the ultimate holiday guide for your little dog lover!
MATCHING PJS
Adorable matching sets for the baby and their furry sibling to celebrate their bond in style
Personalized Dog Print Baby Blanket
Add a heartwarming touch to your nursery with a Personalized Dog Print Baby Blanket. Featuring an illustration of your beloved pup along with your dog’s and baby’s names, this blanket is more than just a cozy cover—it’s a cherished keepsake that celebrates the special bond between your dog and your little one. A keepsake for your baby to always remember their first best friend.
Dudley Pull Along Dog
Meet Dudley, the most delightful puppy dog on wheels! Crafted from the softest fabrics and finished with FSC-certified wooden wheels, Dudley is the perfect companion for your baby’s early walking adventures. As soon as your little one is up and about, they’ll love taking this sweet pup for a stroll, making every step a playful journey.
Duke Dog Soft Rattle Toy
Meet Duke Dog, the irresistibly cute soft rattle toy that’s perfect as your baby’s first playmate. It features a wooden ring that’s ideal for soothing teething pains. This adorable rattle not only helps develop motor skills but also, with its soft plush fabric, makes an ideal companion as your baby's first toy.
Crochet Baby Rattle
This is my favourite rattle I have used for both of my little ones! What I love about this crochet baby rattle is it is soft, gentle and just the right size for tiny hands. Mostly importantly with a subtle bell inside, it’s not too loud! Making it a lovely companion at playtime or stroller time!
Labradoodle Plush Nursery Rocker
Hard to not get pass and not mention this adorable plush nursery rocker from Pottery Barn Kids. It’s hard to imagine that your tiny baby will one day be rocking and riding on this, having on imaginative adventures with their furry friend. This rocker is a delightful way to add a touch of whimsy to your nursery and offering your little one hours of joy.
Wooden Dog Rattle
This beautifully handcrafted wooden dog rattle is perfect for hours of fun with your little one. The rattle features 10 counting rings, making it a fantastic tool for developing fine motor skills for those little fingers and introducing early counting. With wheels for added versatility, this charming toy invites endless playtime possibilities.
Night Light
For those 2 a.m. wake-up sessions, a nightlight that both you and your baby will love is essential. The Bee Like Kids ‘Adorable Puppy Lamp’ is just the thing. This nightlight brings the light-hearted energy of a playful pup right into your nursery decor. It’s not only functional, providing a soft, comforting glow during those nighttime feedings or diaper changes, but it also fits perfectly with any nursery theme. Whether you place it on a bedside table, dresser, or even hang it on the wall, this lamp is sure to bring a smile to your face every time you see it. It’s a little touch of warmth and comfort that makes those sleepless nights a bit more bearable.
Personalized Ornaments
A holiday keepsake featuring the whole family, perfect for the Christmas tree!
DOG PRINT BABY CLOTHES
Onesies or sweaters with playful dog-themed prints telling everybody "My Big Sibling Has Paws."
BOOKS
That's Not My Puppy
By Fiona Watt
Every baby adores a touch-and-feel book—trust me on this! Even my 4-year-old still loves exploring all the textures in this one. It’s perfect for engaging little hands, with each page offering a new puppy to discover and different textures to feel, making it a great tool for sensory development.
Who's There, Spot?
By Eric Hill
A absolute classic and there's a reason for it! Lift-the-flap books are a favorite among babies (including mine!). We absolutely adore the entire Spot series—you can’t go wrong with any of them! Featuring Spot the dog, these books encourage interaction and help develop fine motor skills.
All Dogs Bark
By Catherine Meatheringham
This was my baby's favorite book when she was between 15-24 months old. She loved mimicking the sounds on each page—it’s a fantastic way to encourage language skill. The book celebrates the diversity of dogs, highlighting their unique characteristics and sounds, and fosters an appreciation for dogs from around the world from an early age.
10 Dogs: A funny furry counting book
by Emily Gravett
This is such a fun book to read to your baby, it combines counting skills with humorous illustrations of dogs, making learning numbers entertaining and memorable.
Puppy Tails
By Jellycat
My go-to book when I take my baby out for a walk or on a car ride! It's the perfect sensory book for those little hands, packed with crinkly panels, vibrant pictures, and soft, fluffy tails. This playful cloth book is ideal for keeping your baby entertained while you're on the go.
Puppy Peek-a-Boo
By Sarah Ward
Another great interactive book for your baby - A peek-a-boo book where toddlers can lift flaps to reveal puppies, fantastic for their fine motor skill. Bonus having the mirror in the end for some extra fun!
Dog's First Baby
By Natalie Nelson
A humorous and heartwarming board book exploring the relationship between a dog and a new baby in the family, making it a perfect read for dog-loving families with new little ones.
D is for Dog
By Em Lynas
Puppy Plush Toy
These adorable plush companions are perfect for snuggling, playing, and adding a bit of whimsy to your baby’s room. With various breeds and sizes to choose from, these stuffies will make great additions to your nursery, bringing both comfort and a touch of your dog-loving spirit.
This holiday season is all about celebrating the unique bond between your baby and their beloved dog. With this guide for babies who love their dogs, you’ll find gifts that bring joy, spark imagination, and create lasting memories of their first Christmas together. Whether it’s matching outfits, personalized keepsakes, or playful toys, these thoughtful picks are perfect for honoring the special friendship between your little one and their furry sibling. Here’s to a Christmas filled with love and laughter.