Meta description: Hosting Christmas with pets? Practical tips for a calm, safe celebration, from quiet spaces to pet-safe treats and gifts. A guide from Easy Pets, with fast dispatch across Australia.
Christmas is busy, noisy and full of new people. For many pets, it's also full of new smells, dropped food and presents that look a lot like toys. A little planning helps everyone enjoy the day, pets included.
Plan a quiet space
Every pet needs a place to retreat when the house gets busy. Set up a cosy bed in a quieter room, with fresh water and a favourite toy, and let your pet know they can rest there whenever they need to. The Golden Bone Bakery Christmas Advent Calendar (Large) is a fun way to build a calm countdown in the lead-up to the big day.
Choose treats that suit the day
Family guests love to share food, but many human treats are not suitable for pets. Stick to your pet's own treats, and keep them for pet-safe moments. Meaty Treaty Freeze Dried Australian Chicken Hearts (100g) are a single-ingredient, protein-rich treat for cats and dogs, and the Black Dog Mixed Yoghurt Drops (1kg) are a small bite-sized reward for good manners in a busy room.
If you're not sure what's safe, check with your vet before sharing anything.
Keep toys and gifts safe
New toys and gifts are exciting, but supervise any new item. Remove small pieces, ribbons and wrapping, which can be a choking or swallowing risk. A durable fetch toy like the KONG Extreme Ball (Medium/Large) is a solid choice for dogs who play hard, and it's best enjoyed under supervision.
Give your pet a moment of calm
A short walk before guests arrive, a calm toy and a reward for quiet behaviour all help. For dogs who like a cuddle, the KONG Wild Knots Bear (X-Large) is a soft rope-knot bear to cuddle and tug. For cats, a quiet room with a clean litter tray and a comb for a relaxed grooming moment can make the day easier. The KONG Connects Kitty Comber is a simple grooming tool for your cat between sessions.
Shop for a relaxed Christmas with a real team behind you
Every order at Easy Pets is handled personally by our small Australian team. Browse our range at easypets.au, and if you need help choosing a gift for your pet, we're here to help.