22 Mother’s Day Gifts That Dog Moms More Than Deserve
Custom pet portraits, matching designer cardigans, self care essentials for both mom and pup, and more.
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They say that becoming a mother is the greatest gift on earth. They are also usually explaining why they forgot to send flowers on Mother’s Day. By all accounts, being a mom is equally exhausting and rewarding — and let us not forget about dog moms in this appreciation shuffle. As a symbol of the warmth, sacrifice, and love humankind is capable of, moms deserve more than a bouquet of flowers once a year (though, the pet-friendly flower bouquetsopens in a new tab we picked out are pretty nice).
We rounded up the most creative gift picks to show gratitude to the dog mom in your life, from custom pet portraits to matching designer cardigans to self care essentials for both mom and pup. Also, seriously — do not forget the flowers this year.
Btw, our editors (and their pets) picked out these products. They’re always in stock at the time we publish, but there’s a chance they’ll sell out. If you do buy through our links, we may earn a commission. (We’ve got a lot of toys to buy over here, you know?)
Katie Kimmel is a consummate dog mom. In fact, much of her wedding was even dedicated to showcasing her love for her pups, she shared with usopens in a new tab in 2022. “My wedding was a big making-art-about-my-dogs outlet. I’ve got a disco ball of my dog Pony’s head right now that I’m not quite sure what to do with, but it was a lot of fun.” If that doesn’t prove her pet devotion, these beautiful custom pieces absolutely will. —Sean Zucker
We became obsessed with C.Bonz’s custom embroidered sweaters a couple of falls ago, when we sat down to chat with founder and designer Celine Benzopens in a new tab. A fave among celebs like Hilary Duff, Lil Wayne, and Lady Gaga, C.Bonz is perfect for the haute couture homebody. Put the pup’s name above their photo or do something a little different like Duff chose to do while working with Benz:
“I did a portrait of [Duff’s] two chickens on her Goyard bag,” she told us in 2022opens in a new tab. “She sent the bag back to me after one of the chickens died, and we added ‘RIP,’ so now it says, ‘RIP Delores.’”
Maybe keep it a little lighter this time, but here’s a reminder to have some fun with your C.Bonz gift. —Rebecca Caplan
Having dogs means having stuff, and having stuff means needing more stuff to put that stuff in. Don’t worry if that sentence was confusing; the dog mom in your life will get it. Treat her to something luxurious with this oversized leather clutch by Clare V. It’s so chic, she’ll forget it’s filled with poop bags and bully sticks. —RC
Susan Alexandra once told usopens in a new tab that she believes dogs are truly magical. While they may only be intended for decorative purposes and not for actual walking, these colorful collars may be one of the most Instagram-worthy pet accessories you can buy. Give the dog mom in your life the gift of social media clout. —SZ
Founded by Gen Z poster child and coffee lover Emma Chamberlain, Chamberlain Coffee is certainly the cutest new coffee brand on the market. Thankfully, the coffee itself is just as good as the packaging, making this Social Dog brew the perfect gift for the caffeine connoisseur/dog mom in your life. —RC
Dog Mom meets Plant Mom with this pet-friendly plant bundle from The Sill. Carefully curated to be safe for pets of all kinds, this bundle includes a parlor palm, along with the Peperomia obtusifolia. Even better, the bundle ships free, and all plants are guaranteed to arrive in perfect condition — or The Sill will replace them for free. —RC
This custom ring by Caitlyn Minimalist legit captures some of the most minute details of your dog’s face — it would be creepy if it wasn’t so cute. Scour your dog mom’s jewelry box to determine if she would prefer her pup in 18 karat gold, sterling silver, or rose gold and make sure to send in a clear, face-forward photo of her dog. —RC
Alanui designer and former Vogue Japan fashion editor Carlotta Oddi recently collaborated with Poldo to reimagine her popular fringed cardisopens in a new tab for dogs. The capsule collectionopens in a new tab is the perfect way for mom to twin with her pet. —SZ
Even four years since March 2020, we all have lapses in our abilities to simply deal with daily life. Add in the responsibility of caring for a pup who relies on you and some days may seem overwhelming. In this hilariously relatable collection of comics and motivations, illustrator Grace Miceli opens in a new tabis essentially putting her arm around you and saying, “We’re all struggling, but at least your dog’s cute.” —SZ
Finally, a bath bomb specifically made for dog people. We are, of course, a special breed of individuals with singular triumphs and challenges. This offering by Whiskey River Soap Co. will help relieve that unique form of stress. —SZ
While many cities are quickly doubling down on their dog-friendliness by offering communal water bowlsopens in a new tab at parks, outside of restaurants, or near hiking trails, the unfortunate truth is that these tend to house bacteria and other toxins your pet should surely avoid. The more expected truth is that many dog moms — with their superhuman preparedness — are probably aware.
However, they may not be aware of this solution, so give them a pleasant surprise for once — contrary to what their dog usually spontaneously presents on the carpet. Made of 100 percent eco-friendly and non-toxic materials, this bottle from Merci Collectiveopens in a new tab features a selection of hand-picked healing crystals stationed in the middle to help promote better energy and uplift mental and physical health. —SZ
Whether you like unique pet-inspired decor, want to always feel your dog’s presence on the couch, or just think it’d be cute to watch your pup question their own reality while looking at a pillow that perfectly resembles their likeness, these custom pieces have you covered. —SZ
To travel with a dog, you often have to sacrifice style for safety. However, Pretty Little Liars Shay Mitchell offered a solution without compromising either through her brand BÉISopens in a new tab and its Everyday Pet Tote — a daily pet carrier that is as chic as it is functional. —SZ
If the dog mom in your life is a neutral design-loving, microplastic-hating queen, consider these beautiful ceramic dog bowls from Franca. Select from minimalist-yet-playful patterns like “Uma” or “Tatas,” among other cheeky prints. All bowls are handmade in New York City and come in small and large sizes. —RC
Ideal for keeping the curtain bangs at bay during long walks and/or chaotic home-grooming situations, the claw clip is lowkey the essential dog-mom accessory. So, if your dog mom of choice enjoys both funky and functional accessories, consider this adorable Shiba Inu-shaped hair claw from Parisian brand Coucou Suzette. —RC
In the glitzy and glamorous world of tabletop puzzles, Le Puzz is kind of the new It Girl on the scene. Pup and puzzle girlies will think the “Love Is In The Hair” puzzle is a riot, not to mention the perfect activity for a night in with their own glam dog. —RC
Does the dog mom in your life love to bake? Does their pup like treats? You’re bound to answer yes to at least one of those questions, so this should fit the bill. —SZ
Let’s be real: Dog moms, like human moms, are always more concerned about their children’s happiness, even on Mother’s Day. Throw this bundle in the pile of gifts to keep their pups happy while you (hopefully) shower them with other items on this list. —SZ
If there wasn’t enough to already love about candles, this one donates 10 percent of all purchases to shelters. You could say it... lights my fire. —SZ
If there’s one thing that unites moms of all forms, it’s a love of wineopens in a new tab. This set not only offers your choice of vino but also has a bandana, collapsible bowl, and toy for your pup. —SZ
The TikTok girlies cannot get enoughopens in a new tab of the customizable Boat and Tote by Lands’ End —and now the dog-toting girlies can enjoy it, too. Customize this durable canvas tote with a pup’s name or, as the TikTokers do it, a funny descriptor. This writer is particularly tempted to embroider one with the words “Frito Toes” on it, but feel free to steal it for your bag. —RC
Artist Justine Osborne sketches and oil paints beautiful black-and-white dog portraits — available on canvas, in a frame, or embossed onto a variety of ceramics from mugs to diffusers. —SZ
Sean Zucker
Sean Zucker is a writer whose work has been featured in Points In Case, The Daily Drunk, Posty, and WellWell. He has an adopted Pit Bull named Banshee whose work has been featured on the kitchen floor and whose behavioral issues rival his own.
Rebecca Caplan
Rebecca Caplan is a writer based in Brooklyn whose work has been featured in The New Yorker, Reductress, and Vulture. She lives in Brooklyn with her perfect, toothless dog Moose.