We caught up with the founders of DogDate, the soon to launch UK-born app that is on a mission to transform how dog owners connect. Created by two lifelong dog obsessives, DogDate began with a simple idea: What if dog owners had a safe, easy way to meet other like-minded owners for playdates, socialising and responsible breeding. 

When it came to curating the ultimate Christmas wishlist for the dog lovers in our life, we knew we had to ask DogDate founders, Naheed and Alin, for the gifts they swear by.

Bone Pet Storage Basket: Oliver Bonas
A chic seagrass storage basket,  perfect for tidying toys while still looking gorgeous in the corner of your living room. A design-led upgrade from the usual pet storage.

Lucy and Lola Personalised Pet Embroidered Clothes
The sweetest custom sweatshirt or tee embroidered with your dog’s face. The perfect cosy, heartfelt gift for any pet-obsessed human.

Furbo 360 Dog Camera
The ultimate smart dog camera, with 360° views, real-time alerts, and treat-tossing magic. Perfect for anxious pet parents or anyone who just loves spying on their dog all day.

Doggy Daycare Boot Bag: Sophie Allport
A lifesaver for muddy walks and rainy-day adventures. This spacious, wipe-clean boot bag keeps a car spotless while celebrating your loved ones dog-mum (or dad) life in style.

Personalised Terracotta and White Large Pet Bowl 
A handcrafted, slab-built pet bowl from Henry Holland Studio, beautifully fashioned in terracotta and white earthenware clay with a high-gloss glaze.

The Dog in Photography 1839 – Today: TASCHEN
A stunning coffee-table book tracing the love affair between humans and dogs through iconic photography. A beautiful art piece for dog lovers and design lovers alike.

Personalised Two-Tone Ceramic Dog Mug: Holly.co
Choose your loved ones dog’s breed and favourite colourway to create the ultimate personalised mug for morning coffee.

Red & Blue Diamond Pupcorn Treat Bag Gift Set: Oliver Bonas
A fun, festive treat bag gift set, ideal as a stocking filler or Secret Santa for dog parents.

Tractive GPS Dog Tracker
A lightweight GPS tracker that lets you follow your dog’s every move in real time. Ideal for adventurers, escape artists, or pups with too much curiosity.

Knightsbridge Houndstooth ’25 Collar, Lead & Bow Tie Bundle: Stocky & Dee
A beautifully crafted, classic houndstooth set: collar, lead, and bow tie. Smart, timeless, and festive without being kitschy.