Unusual Christmas Gifts for Animal Lovers: Cats, Dogs & Everything in Between

Some people love cats. Some people love dogs. And some people get genuinely excited when they spot a pigeon in a car park.

We love that last group especially. If you're shopping for someone with a very specific favourite animal, Christmas is a brilliant excuse to find them something that feels like it was made for their particular obsession. No generic animal mug required.

For the flamingo fan who loves a splash of colour

Flamingos are wonderfully over-the-top creatures, so a flamingo gift should have a bit of personality too. Our fuzzy flamingo earrings are a fun choice for someone who wears bright, playful accessories.

They're the sort of little present that works as a stocking filler, a Secret Santa surprise or a gift for a friend who has somehow made flamingos their entire personality. We respect the commitment.

For the person who thinks giraffes are magnificent

Giraffes are slightly ridiculous in the best possible way. If someone loves them, our giraffe earrings make a cheerful change from another giraffe ornament for the shelf.

When choosing animal earrings, think about whether the recipient enjoys wearing a statement piece or something more subtle. These are for people who don't mind their jewellery starting a conversation.

For the pigeon enthusiast (yes, absolutely)

Pigeons don't always get the appreciation they deserve. But if you've got a friend who stops to admire them, our pigeon earrings might be the most specifically perfect present you could find.

They're an excellent example of why unusual animal gifts work: the recipient knows you actually noticed what they like.

For the rubber duck collector

Some people collect rubber ducks. Some people just think they're hilarious. Either way, our rubber duck earrings are a tiny bit of wearable silliness.

They make a good choice for the friend who wears colourful outfits, loves novelty accessories or would absolutely appreciate a duck-shaped surprise in their Christmas stocking.

For the butterfly, moth or nature lover

If their favourite creatures are more fluttery than fluffy, try something nature-inspired. Butterflies suit someone who loves colour and delicate details; moths can appeal to someone whose taste is a little more alternative.

Our butterfly and nature-lover gift guide explores the different styles, so you can choose based on what they actually wear.

And yes, we've got cats and dogs too

Sometimes the most meaningful animal gift is a reminder of the pet waiting at home. Our wooden cat keyrings and wooden dog-breed keyrings let you choose a design that resembles their own little menace.

If you're buying for a dedicated pet person, we've got more detailed advice in our cat-lover gift guide and dog-lover gift guide. This article is for everyone whose animal obsession is a little less predictable.

What can you get an animal lover for under £15?

Our wooden keyrings are £4.50, earrings are £9.50, and necklaces are £7.95 on a black cord or £8.95 on a silver chain, before delivery.

For a small bundle, a £4.50 keyring and £9.50 earrings come to £14. Or, if you're buying gifts for several people, eligible earrings and necklaces are part of our Choose 3, pay for 2 offer, with the lowest-priced eligible item free. Wooden keyrings aren't included in that offer.

For more low-cost ideas, read our Secret Santa guide under £5, £10 and £15.

Should you buy a Christmas-themed gift?

Only if they'd actually enjoy it. For someone who loves festive accessories, there are gingerbread earrings and other seasonal pieces in our Christmas collection. But a pair of pigeon earrings that they'll wear all year can be a much better gift than something festive they'll only put on once.

Choose their favourite creature and you're halfway there

The best unusual animal gift isn't necessarily the strangest thing in the shop. It's the one that makes the recipient say, “How did you know I'd love this?”

For even more personalities and gift ideas beyond animals, head to our quirky Christmas gifts guide. Or browse our earrings and see which little creature catches your eye.