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SAN DIEGO, Nov. 6, 2018 /PRNewswire/ -- The holiday season is upon us, which means it's that time of the year to begin making your lists and checking them twice for each of your loved ones, including your pets. To help make the holiday season even more cheerful and memorable, Petco's 2018 holiday gift guide features the best gift ideas for both pets and pet parents.

"Our furry, scaly, finned and feathered family members bring us so much joy, warmth and love year-round," said Alex Tomey, Petco chief merchant, owned brand and supplies. "When it comes to gifting during the holidays, our pets deserve the best. We're very excited to share our carefully curated gift guide to help pet parents find the perfect gift for their one-of-a-kind pet this holiday season."

From the colorful Oh Joy! collection and prideful Puppies Make Me Happy assortment, to holiday-inspired toys, treats and apparel, Petco's Holiday Gift Guide caters to all different types of pets. From the dapper and on-the-go dog to the festive feline, Petco has pet parents covered as they shop their way through the busiest time of year. Here's a sampling of this season's hottest gifts, which can only be found at Petco.  

• The On-the-Go Dog: Petco's exclusive Reddy collection features leashes, collars, apparel and accessories made for dogs and designed for the humans who love them. The Camo Canvas Dog Carrier Tote, Black Canvas Go-Pack Accessory, and Olive Webbed Dog Collar and Rope Dog Leash are all must-haves for your pup to stand out in the crowd. Ranging in price from $9.99 to $69.99 the Reddy collection is thoughtfully designed for on-the-go pets and pet parents alike.
  
• The Bright and Bold Pet: The new Oh Joy! Collection brings cheer and playfulness to Petco with unique gifts for your bundle of joy, such as the Oh What Fun! Vinyl Present Dog Toy, Oh So Dapper! Dog Tuxedo and Oh So Comfy! Geometric Pink Pet Bed. For the pet lovers in your life, the Feeling Pawsome Travel Mug and Work Your Tail Off Mug offers a motivating message in an enchantingly whimsical design. Bring good tidings to your dog and pet lover in your life with prices ranging from $5.99 to $29.99.
  
• Pet Parent Pride: For the dog and pet parent who like to express their devoted love for each other, the Puppies Make Me Happy collection includes prideful apparel and accessories for both pet and pet parent, including pet parent shirts Dogs Walks Are My Happy Hour and Puppies Make Me Happy as well as the cozy Humans Make Me Happy Black Dog Hoodie. With prices ranging from $14.99 to $31.99, Puppies Make Me Happy is designed to spread happiness one walk at a time.
  
• The Festive Cat and Dog: Petco's Holiday Tails collection features classic gifts to celebrate the season. Gift your cat joy this holiday season with the Dreidel Cat Toy Set and Mrs. Santa Paws Cat Costume. For the dog who loves to be bundled up while the snow is falling, the Adorably Ugly Dog Sweater makes the perfect gift. The Cheers to Paws Plush Dog Toy is also a great addition to any holiday celebration. Ranging in price from $3.99 to $27.99, Petco's festive holiday-inspired toys, treats and cozy apparel will bring merriment to everyone and every pet in the room.

Browse Petco's official Holiday Gift Guide for more gift ideas, and for additional holiday content including tips and information from Petco, visit Facebook.com/Petco, Twitter.com/Petco or Instagram.com/Petco.

About Petco and the Petco Foundation
Petco is a leading pet specialty retailer with more than 50 years of service to pet parents. Everything we do is guided by our vision for Healthier Pets. Happier People. Better World. We operate more than 1,500 Petco and Unleashed by Petco locations across the U.S., Mexico and Puerto Rico; prescription services and pet supplies from the leading veterinary-operated pet product supplier, Drs. Foster & Smith; complete pet care services and veterinary advice through PetCoach; and petco.com. The Petco Foundation, an independent nonprofit organization, has invested more than $200 million since it was created in 1999 to help promote and improve the welfare of companion animals. In conjunction with the Foundation, we work with and support thousands of local animal welfare groups across the country and, through in-store adoption events, help find homes for more than 400,000 animals every year. 

SOURCE Petco