Christmas gift guide for pets
With the countdown to Christmas fast approaching it’s important not to forget gifts for our fur babies this festive season. Here’s five stores south of the Yarra that cater for furry friends.
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There’s plenty of Chrissie gift options from snazzy collars to healthy treats to buy your furry friends this festive season — here’s five shops south of the Yarra to check out.
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3/286 Toorak Rd, South Yarra
Head over to Hachi for a lasting keepsake — a pet photoshoot of your cat or dog.
The store also has all sorts of fun toys to browse, plus cute festive accessories.
“We have Christmas toys and bandanas, plus Christmas blankets and clothing,” staff member Meg Ishikawa said.
Phone: 9824 0713
156 Martin St, Brighton
For a one-stop boutique shop offering a great selection of toys and grooming packages, head to DOGUE.
If you’re looking to get into the Christmas spirit, pick up a super cute Santa or elf costume for your canine companion.
Gift certificates are also available for retail or grooming.
Phone: 9596 0048
249 Coventry St, South Melbourne
Why not pick up a healthy treat for your furry friend that won’t have them feeling the festive bulge.
The Pet Grocer offers Australian-made, nutritious treats for cats and dogs that are free from preservatives and additives.
From December, a range of gift packs will be available, including snack packs and larger gift boxes.
Phone: 0429 107 001
2/614 Burke Rd, Camberwell
Book a luxurious pampering experience at City Pets. Staff provide one-on-one attention and do everything from simple bath and blow-dries to nail clips.
“Christmas is definitely our busiest time of year, with everyone getting their dogs prettied up,” owner Aedie Dickinson said.
Phone: 9882 4240
184 Chapel St, Prahran
Pets Wonderland offers all sorts of toys your pet will love this festive season, including Christmas-themed options.
There’s everything from fun taco bowls to Xmas pudding toys and snazzy collars.
“We’re more of a boutique store, with cute, fun stuff you won’t find everywhere,” owner Mikaela Lewis said. “We have presents for everybody.”
Phone: 9510 4919
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