Every year since I started Doggie Dreamz back in 2014, I have chosen twelve gifts, from companies that give back to animal rescue organizations, to be a part of a Gift Giving Guide. I look forward to discovering new companies that offer products that do more than just one thing. To me, the holiday season is more than getting presents, it’s about helping those that need it most. The holiday season has always been about lending a helping hand to those less fortunate. All twelve of these companies help spread this giving spirit and help charities that support animal rescue efforts across the country. I hope you enjoy this list and that these suggestions assist you with some of your loved ones on your shopping list.
For the first day, we have chosen Rescue Chocolate. Not only do they make delicious chocolate but they also donate 100% of the net profits to animal rescue organizations around the country. This is perfect for any sweet tooth in your life that also enjoys helping animals.
For Day 2 we chose Fetch Eyewear. They have stylish frames for both prescription and sunglasses. They donate 100% of profits to animal welfare groups, making them a perfect gift for the pet obsessed!
Day 3 is for any dog lover that loves to represent their love. Hendricks & Co is an apparel company that donates to animal rescue organizations with every shirt, hoodie, bracelet, or dog accessory purchased. More than 600 rescues, shelters, and sanctuaries in the U.S. and Canada have partnered with Hendrick & Co. and to date, Hendrick & Co. has donated more than $2 million!
Day 4 of our Gift Giving Guide is all about coffee! Grounds and Hounds make delicious coffee all with a doggie theme. They support rescue organizations providing second chances to pups in need of a helping hand. 20% of all Grounds and Hounds Profits are given to rescue organizations working to make the second-chance mission a reality.
Day 5 is a great gift for a cartoon enthusiast in your life. Mutts Shop is merchandise from the classic comic strip Mutts. And 2% of the retail price of every item in their shop goes to The Humane Society’s Animal Rescue Team.
Day 6 of our 12 Days of Christmas Gift Giving Guide answers a question I get a lot…Where did you get your shirt? I have this shirt in black and it is a perfect idea for a Game of Thrones fan that is also a dog lover. What is even better is that the company, Animal Hearted, donates 25% of proceeds from every order to non-profit animal shelters and rescue organizations.
Day 7 in our Gift Giving Guide is one of the cutest things I have ever seen! It's an Operation Res-cute pup! This item comes with a book, based on the true story of a real-life rescue dog, along with a plush stuffed animal and Operation ResCUTE sticker. 100% of the profits will go towards helping shelter dogs get adopted.
Day 8 of our Gift Giving Guide is perfect for the practical Pet Parent. It's a seatbelt from Kurgo for your pup in the car to keep them safe while allowing them to enjoy the ride as well. And what is great is that Kurgo has its own foundation that helps people explore the world together, as well as organizations that help dogs in natural disaster situations.
Day 9 in our 12 Days Gift Guide is for the candle obsessed. Light and Bark Candle Co. These smell amazing and also go with any home decor style. A portion of the profits from every purchase is donated directly to a deserving rescue. These donations help shelter and rescue dogs to stay healthy and happy while they wait for their forever homes by covering costs for things like microchips, medical care, enrichment items, and funding for shelter prevention.
Day 10 in our Gift Guide is from Arm the Animals. This mask says it all, it really does save lives. For the past 8 years, this amazing company has been providing donation funds, supplying low-cost website development, graphics, and marketing services to help other organizations increase their impact.
Day 11 of our Gift Giving Guide would be perfect for your Instagram obsessed friend. The popular Instagram Profile The Dogist that was started to showcase the cute dogs of New York has become a phenomenon. And now they have started their own shop that helps fund animal rescues. The Dogist Rescue Partner Program empowers local shelters by helping fund their rescue work and highlighting adoptable dogs from their shelters and foster networks. Each season, we partner with a new rescue organization and donate a portion of each sale from The Dogist Shop to help continue their work.
Day 12! It’s the final day of our Gift Giving Guide and today’s pick is for you make-up lovers out there. Karity is a cruelty-free make-up brand that not only is reasonably priced, and is carried at CVS, but for every palette that is sold each month, Karity donates a meal to a shelter animal through the SPCA. Truly a beauty company that knows the real meaning of beauty.
Let me know of any other companies that you enjoy or buy from that give back to animal rescues in the comments below.