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Frisco 12 Days of Christmas Advent Calendar with Toys

best advent calendar with cat toys

Frisco 12 Days of Christmas Advent Calendar with Toys

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Pros

• Great for playful cats
• Diverse assortment of toys

Cons

• None that we can think of!

Of course we couldn't leave our cat-loving companions off the list! This advent calendar is perfect for the fun-loving feline. Filled with 12 toys made just for cats, it'll keep them busy for the entire holiday season. Even though it's designed as a 12 Days of Christmas calendar, you could easily spread this one out over 24 days by opening a new box every other day. And with the variety in this calendar, your cat is bound to have more than a few favorites here. It includes toys with strings, catnip and crinkle paper to keep felines engaged — a tough task, as any cat parent knows.

best with vitamin-enriched treats

Dog Advent Calendar

best with vitamin-enriched treats

Dog Advent Calendar

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Pros

• Nutrient-enriched treats
• 2 treats/day

Cons

• May need to coordinate with medications

Worried about your precious pup letting go of himself this holiday season? Then opt for this advent calendar filled with nutritious treats, instead. These tasty bites have Glucosamine HCL, Omega 3, Omega 6, and more nutrients added, so there's no need to worry about your dog's health when enjoying this calendar's bounty. And just because they're healthy doesn't mean the pups like them any less. Just one look at the reviews and you'll see how much these dogs love the Christmas treats inside. Since these treats do contain added nutrients, it's important to note that there is a serving size to make sure you're dog isn't ingesting too much in one day. Dogs 30 pounds and over can enjoy both treats, while 30 pounds and under should stick to one.

best for bully stick lovers

Holiday Dog Treat Advent Calendar

best for bully stick lovers

Holiday Dog Treat Advent Calendar

Pros

• Budget-friendly
• 24 days of treats

Cons

• May need to introduce slowly

There are few dogs that can resist a bully stick, so imagine your pup's glee when they see that every single day of this advent calendar includes a different variety of their favorite treat. The calendar features 24 days worth of snack-sized bully-style treats, including (brace yourselves) gullet stick bites, love bones, chicken sticks, beef sticks, and beef pizzle burger. Best Bully Sticks lists all the nutrition facts for each treat on the back of the calendar, including the country of origin, so you can rest assured that you know exactly what your furry family member is eating. It is important to note, though, that if your dog has never had a bully stick before, you may want to introduce these treats slowly.

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best for the only child

Elf Advent Treat Calendar

best for the only child

Elf Advent Treat Calendar

Pros

• Fun Elf theme
• Budget-friendly

Cons

• Not ideal for 2+ dogs

BARK's advent calendar is a guaranteed sell-out every year, and with this year's popular Elf theme, you'll want to snatch it up quickly because it won't be around for long. We love this advent calendar for the only child, because for each day of December leading up to Christmas, your pup can enjoy a single-serving treat they're sure to love. No need to monitor your dog's treat intake throughout the month! The calendar includes three treat varieties: gingerbread men, wreaths, and snowballs, though the gingerbread men and wreaths are made of all the same ingredients. We can promise you these tasty bites will have your little buddy barking loud for all to hear.

best for multiple pets

Himalayan Dog Chew 24 Joyful Days Dog Advent Calendar

best for multiple pets

Himalayan Dog Chew 24 Joyful Days Dog Advent Calendar

If your dog(s) think variety is the spice of life, then they'll love this advent calendar. Not only is each day filled with more than one bite-sized treat (ideal for multiple dogs), but there's 24 different treats for them to enjoy throughout the month. Your dog can enjoy the flavors of barkeetos, cheese puffs, yaky charms, and more every day in December leading up to Christmas. Since this advent calendar does include so much variety, we wouldn't advise it for dogs that have food allergies.

best toy advent calendar

Dr. Seuss for Pets How the Grinch Stole Christmas Dog Advent Calendar

best toy advent calendar

Dr. Seuss for Pets How the Grinch Stole Christmas Dog Advent Calendar

Pros

• Variety of toys and accessories

Cons

• Not good for multiple pets

If your furry family member is more toy- than treat-motivated, then a fun advent calendar like this will be their Christmas wish come true. For 12 days leading up to Christmas, your pup can unveil a new toy or accessory to play with, including stuffed, rope, and frisbee toys as well as an adorable bandana and balls. Plus, Mom and/or Dad will love the cute Grinch theme. The best part? Since there are so many toys to be had in this calendar, pawrents won't shed a tear when Fido rips one to shreds in approximately 2.5 seconds.

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Most Splurge-Worthy

Bonne et Filou Bonne et Filou Dog Advent Calendar

Most Splurge-Worthy

Bonne et Filou Bonne et Filou Dog Advent Calendar

Pros

• Large treats

Cons

• On the pricey side
• Not good for small dogs

For the truly fanciest pups, it doesn't get better than this French advent calendar. Is your dog ready to join the barkgeoisie? Then get him this calendar thats filled with macaroons, truffles, and bone cookies. These tasty treats are more snack-sized than bite-sized, so this advent calendar is probably better suited for medium to large breeds.

Are Advent Calendars Safe for Dogs?

Yes! As long as you stick to your dog's normal diet, adding an advent calendar of treats for 12-24 days shouldn't be a problem. If you're worried about weight gain, consider cutting back on their second meal of the day just a bit, but we wouldn't recommend this unless your pet is getting lots of treats from their calendar.

If you're worried about introducing new food into your dog's diet, then consider getting them a toy advent calendar instead. We've included a few on this list that have been carefully vetted for their safety, but you should always keep a close eye on your pet when playing.

Should I Get a Toy or Treat Advent Calendar?

The simple answer: which would your pet prefer? While most people think that dogs are extremely food-motivated, there's a fair share of pups who would prefer a brand new toy. The option is completely up to you, as you know your pet best.

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How Long Does an Advent Calendar Last?

Most advent calendars last either 12 or 24 days, but there are some that only cover the week leading up to Christmas. We've included options from each on this list, so you'll want to pay attention to the duration before purchasing.

It's also important to note that you can stretch an advent calendar to last longer. If you have one pet and get a calendar with multiple treats each day, you could dispense half the allotted treats for the day to stretch the timing out further.

Hannah Jones is the Commerce Editor for Country Living. Her eye is always on the next up-and-coming products to include in gift guides and she's ready to test everything from dog beds to garden tools for product reviews. When she’s not scoping out the latest and greatest items on the market, you can find her hanging with her two rescue dogs.

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