You know the saying: A dog is a man’s best friend. And while we might suggest that a pet is simply any hu(man)’s best friend, there’s something special about the bond between a dog dad and his fur-child. Celebrate that bond by surprising them with one of the best gifts for dog dads this Father’s Day. Whether he’s a sports fan, beer lover, world traveler or home handyman, we’ve got dog Father’s Day gift ideas to pamper him for all the hard work and love he lavishes on his pup.
Best for the Multitasking Dog Dad
SlowTon Hands-Free Padded & Adjustable Sling Dog & Cat Carrier, Grey
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Best for the Dog Dad Who Loves to Be Cozy
Tribe Socks Personalized Plaid Pet Face Socks, Blue
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Best for the Home Chef Dog Dad
Primitives By Kathy “Only Speaking to My Dog” Dish Towel
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Best for the Dog Dad Who Loves to Rep His Team
Pets First MLB Dog & Cat Jersey, Los Angeles Dodgers, Medium
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Best for the Dog Dad Who Can’t Live Without His Morning Coffee
Frisco “Minimalistic Woof” White Personalized Coffee Mug, 11-oz
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Best for the Dog Dad Who Love to Travel
Mobile Dog Gear Week Away Tote Pet Travel Bag, Black, Medium/Large
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Best for the Rescue Dog Dad
Embark Breed & Health Dog DNA Test Kit
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Best for the Dad Who Is the Dog’s Chosen One
Primitives By Kathy “The Dog Likes Me Best” Mug, 20-oz
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Best for the Dog Dad Who Loves to Bake
Pooch Cake Basic Starter Pumpkin Cake Mix & Cake Mold Kit Dog Birthday Cake, 9-oz box
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Best for the Dog Dad Who’s Working On His Short Game
EYS Golf Hole In One Dog Plush Toy, Green
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Best Gift for Paparazzi Dog Dads
Wyze Cam v3 Pet Camera
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Best Gift for Outdoorsy Dog Dads
KONG Hiking Bag
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Best Dad Hat For Dog Fathers With a Sense of Humor
I’d Rather Be With My Dog Baseball Hat, Black
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Best Dog Dad Gift for Beer Lovers
Primitives By Kathy In Dog Beers Stainless Steel Pint, 16-oz
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Best for Dog Dads Who Love Home Improvement Projects
High Tech Pet Products PX-1 Power Pet Fully Automatic Pet Door
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Best Gift for Dog Dads Who Are Always Asking Who Fed the Dog
Whisker Feeder-Robot Smoke Hopper Dog & Cat Feeder, White, 32-cup
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Best for On-The-Go Dog Dads
Frisco Double Walled “Dad” Personalized Tumbler, 30-oz cup
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Best Gift for a Personalized Present
Frisco Personalized “Classic Photo” Rustic Wood Wall Decor, 16″ x 20″
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Best Gift for Whiskey Aficionados
Pet Shop by Fringe Studio Wet Nose Whiskey Squeaky Plush Dog Toy
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Best Gift From Dog to Dad
Frisco Father’s Day Essential Latex Squeaky Dog Toy, 4 count
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Best Gift for Dog Dads With the Picture-Perfect Instagram
Pooch Selfie The Original Dog Selfie Stick Smartphone Attachment
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Best Gift for Automotive Enthusiasts
Frisco Quilted Water Resistant Hammock Car Seat Cover, Gray, Regular
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Best Gift For Handyman Dog Dad’s Best Helper
Frisco Tool Box Plush Squeaky Dog Toy
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Best Gift for Dog Dad With Pups in Training
PET N PET Dog Training Treat Pouch
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Best Dog Dad Gift for Star Wars Fans
STAR WARS Melamine Stainless Steel Double Dog & Cat Bowl, Small: 1.5 cup
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Best for the Multitasking Dog Dad
SlowTon Hands-Free Padded & Adjustable Sling Dog & Cat Carrier, Grey Rated 4.3 out of 5 stars 4.3
451Reviews $24.95
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Essentially a hands-free sling to carry his fur baby, this dog carrier has a comfortable padded strap and an adjustable collar hook to prevent surprise escapes—so he can juggle coffee, a stroller and his pup without worry. FYI: This gift is best for guys with smaller pups who weigh 13 pounds or less.
Best for the Dog Dad Who Loves to Be Cozy
Go the extra mile with a personalized dog dad gift for Father’s Day. These one-size-fits all socks are printed with a photo of his dog’s face for a fun, unique gift that will also keep his feet comfortable and warm. Bonus: They’re made from recycled materials, so you can feel good knowing your purchase is sustainable, too!
Best for the Home Chef Dog Dad
Primitives By Kathy “Only Speaking to My Dog” Dish Towel Rated 4.4 out of 5 stars 4.4
17Reviews $6.44
Chewy Price $8.28
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Whether he’s had a rough day or just needs some quality dog time, this tongue-in-cheek cotton dish towel offers a fun (and slightly sassy) way of summing up how he’s feeling. Not only is it a great decorative addition for his kitchen, it’s also functional and machine washable for easy cleanup.
Best for the Dog Dad Who Loves to Rep His Team
Pets First MLB Dog & Cat Jersey, Los Angeles Dodgers, Medium Rated 4.3 out of 5 stars 4.3
338Reviews $28.32
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Sport fans will be able to put this dog dad gift to good use all summer long—and into the fall, if his team makes the playoffs. Pick his favorite baseball team and the appropriate size t-shirt for his pup (available in XS-XXXL) so they can both catch game day in style.
Best for the Dog Dad Who Can’t Live Without His Morning Coffee
Start his day off on the right foot with this pet dad gift that’s made for the java lover in your life. This 11-ounce dog dad mug can be customized with his dog’s photo so he’ll be reminded of his best fur friend with every sip.
Best for the Dog Dad Who Love to Travel
Mobile Dog Gear Week Away Tote Pet Travel Bag, Black, Medium/Large Rated 4.8 out of 5 stars 4.8
536Reviews $69.99
Chewy Price $109.99
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Dog dads know that every adventure is better when the pup tags along. This genius pet tote bag makes packing for a weekend getaway or a roadtrip a breeze, thanks to its various compartments, collapsible water and food dishes, and a wipeable placemat for clean-up on the go.
Best for the Rescue Dog Dad
Embark Breed & Health Dog DNA Test Kit Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars 4.5
1.3KReviews $139.00
Chewy Price $199.00
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Knowing their rescue dog’s breed profile won’t make a dog dad love them any more, but this DNA test kit for dogs offers a glimpse into his pup’s history. The kit also tests for genetic markers that could increase the dog’s risk for certain health conditions—knowledge that could help a pet parent prevent major issues down the road.
Best for the Dad Who Is the Dog’s Chosen One
Primitives By Kathy “The Dog Likes Me Best” Mug, 20-oz Rated 4.6 out of 5 stars 4.6
10Reviews $18.88
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It’s totally OK to play favorites on Father’s Day, and this 20-ounce stoneware mug makes no bones about who is the dog’s most special someone (sorry, dog moms). Plus, it’s microwave, oven and dishwasher safe so he can use it on a daily basis.
Best for the Dog Dad Who Loves to Bake
Pooch Cake Basic Starter Pumpkin Cake Mix & Cake Mold Kit Dog Birthday Cake, 9-oz box Rated 4.8 out of 5 stars 4.8
28Reviews $15.99
Chewy Price $17.99
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Great for top chefs and baking enthusiasts, this adorable dog bone mold and starter cake is the perfect gift for him to whip up a special dessert for his dog. The cake mix is made with natural, high-quality ingredients, so he can feel good about dishing up this tasty treat, too.
Best for the Dog Dad Who’s Working On His Short Game
EYS Golf Hole In One Dog Plush Toy, Green Rated 4.2 out of 5 stars 4.2
19Reviews $9.99
Chewy Price $9.49
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Tee up the perfect Father’s Day dog dad gift with this interactive golf-themed dog toy—it’s the closest his pup can get to playing 18-holes with him. Tip: Throw in a box of real golf balls for him, too!
Best Gift for Paparazzi Dog Dads
Wyze Cam v3 Pet Camera Rated 4 out of 5 stars 4.0
350Reviews $35.98
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Night or day, inside or out, now your dog dad can keep an eye on his best fur-iend. This clever camera will let him view and record high-quality video right from the Wyze mobile app and even has 2-way audio so he can hear and talk to his dog when he’s not at home.
Best Gift for Outdoorsy Dog Dads
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Help your dog dad hit the trails with all the gear he needs for a fun hike. This rugged bag has storage space for doggie hiking essentials as well as a convenient poop bag dispenser, so he can easily pick up and pack out any waste.
Best Dad Hat For Dog Fathers With a Sense of Humor
You know your dog dad’s favorite way to spend his time—and this funny dog baseball cap says it all. Made with soft washed cotton with an embroidered paw print design, he’ll love wearing it for everything from dog walks to tailgates to backyard BBQs.
Best Dog Dad Gift for Beer Lovers
Primitives By Kathy In Dog Beers Stainless Steel Pint, 16-oz Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars 4.5
16Reviews $12.04
Chewy Price $12.77
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Whether your dog dad is a home brewer or just enjoys a cold pint, this stainless steel beer glass will be his new favorite beverage holder. Plus, dog fathers who love a good dad joke are sure to get a chuckle from its clever “dog beers” pun.
Best for Dog Dads Who Love Home Improvement Projects
High Tech Pet Products PX-1 Power Pet Fully Automatic Pet Door Rated 4.1 out of 5 stars 4.1
56Reviews $419.99
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If your dog dad loves any kind of project involving power tools, home gizmos or tech gadgets, installing this automatic pet door will be right up his alley. The motor-driven door will give his dog automatic access to the backyard—and the airtight and weatherproof design ensures the house stays secure.
Best Gift for Dog Dads Who Are Always Asking Who Fed the Dog
Great for the dogfather who adores gadgets but is maybe a little forgetful about mealtime, this automatic dog feeder is easy to set up and clean, ensuring his pup always gets a prompt and perfectly proportioned meal.
Best for On-The-Go Dog Dads
Whether he’s dashing to the office or catching an early morning workout at the gym, this stainless steel tumbler is the perfect way for him to stay hydrated and keep his favorite beverage warm—or cold. Add a photo of his best friend and some personalized text to make it extra special.
Best Gift for a Personalized Present
Frisco Personalized “Classic Photo” Rustic Wood Wall Decor, 16″ x 20″ Rated 4.7 out of 5 stars 4.7
3Reviews $52.99
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Liven up his home office, garage or man cave with this rustic 16 x 20-inch wooden plaque. Customize it with his favorite pet portrait and rest assured it will be hung in a place of honor.
Best Gift for Whiskey Aficionados
Pet Shop by Fringe Studio Wet Nose Whiskey Squeaky Plush Dog Toy Rated 3.8 out of 5 stars 3.8
11Reviews $11.00
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Happy hour just got a lot more fun for dog lovers, thanks to the crinkle paper design and cute, whiskey-inspired design of this dog toy. Great for dog dads who love sipping fine whiskey, the “Wet Nose” whiskey glass bottle dog toy will be a hit.
Best Gift From Dog to Dad
Frisco Father’s Day Essential Latex Squeaky Dog Toy, 4 count Rated 4.9 out of 5 stars 4.9
8Reviews $10.15
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What better way for the dog to show their appreciation for dad than with a few of his favorite things—in toy form, of course. This fathers day gift from the dog makes for a great play date with dad, whether they’re cuddling on the couch or wrestling around the living room.
Best Gift for Dog Dads With the Picture-Perfect Instagram
Pooch Selfie The Original Dog Selfie Stick Smartphone Attachment Rated 4.3 out of 5 stars 4.3
38Reviews $11.99
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Does your dog dad agonize over getting the most adorable gram-worthy selfie with their favorite pooch? Not anymore, thanks to the pooch selfie attachment which makes it super easy to get their pup’s attention and snap a stellar pic together. Plus, it’s great for fetch, too!
Best Gift for Automotive Enthusiasts
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Great for dog dads who love bringing the pooch along for the ride but are picky about keeping their car clean, this durable car seat cover gives Fido their very own backseat spot to ride in style—without making a mess of dad’s vehicle.
Best Gift For Handyman Dog Dad’s Best Helper
Frisco Tool Box Plush Squeaky Dog Toy Rated 4.8 out of 5 stars 4.8
15Reviews $19.71
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For dogs who love helping dad around the house (and dad’s who love tools), this hide-and-seek toolbox puzzle toy is perfect for playtime. With four plush tools to choose from, their pup will always be ready to assist with the next job.
Best Gift for Dog Dad With Pups in Training
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Every dog parent knows that teaching the basics (sit, stay, come) is essential for their dog. Help dad guide his pup to a well-mannered lifestyle with this training pouch. Its durable design and easy-to-use features make dishing out treats (and picking up poo) easy peasy, so your dog dad can focus on teaching their little one the best doggie manners.
Best Dog Dad Gift for Star Wars Fans
STAR WARS Melamine Stainless Steel Double Dog & Cat Bowl, Small: 1.5 cup Rated 4.7 out of 5 stars 4.7
54Reviews $13.25
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Does your dog dad secretly (or not so secretly) wish he could join the Rebel Alliance? Hook him up with this dog bowl set for a stylish nod to his favorite movie franchise. The stainless steel bowls are dishwasher safe so clean-up is as easy for him as using the Force.
Dog dads put lots of time and energy into making sure their pup is happy and healthy. Show them just how much they’re loved this Father’s Day with a dog dad gift that reminds them of their best fur friend. Looking for an additional way to pamper their pup? Whip up some dog-friendly cheeseburgers that they can dish up for their dog alongside their special Father’s Day dinner.
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Alyssa Sparacino contributed to this article.
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