Collection 09 · 20 finds
Genuinely useful gadgets and toys that earn their place — clever design, good materials and nothing that ends up in a drawer after a week.
KONG
From £7.99
The classic stuffable rubber toy in KONG's softest rubber, made for puppies' baby teeth. Small, medium and large.
Why we picked itNot a rare find, but it's the standard for a reason — fill it with part of a meal to help a puppy settle. Buying from the PDSA Pet Store supports the vet charity.
Checked 5 October 2026
Blitz Snuffle Mats
£17
A hand-tied fleece snuffle mat on a rubber base (about 20 x 28cm). Hide treats in it and let your dog sniff them out. You choose up to three colours.
Why we picked itMade by hand by a small UK maker. Sniffing games are gentle enough for older dogs and good for puppies, and the mat goes in the washing machine at 30°.
Checked 5 October 2026
Blitz Snuffle Mats
£17.99
A dachshund-shaped foraging toy made from jute, plant fibres and cotton, with pockets for hidden treats and a tweed strap to make it harder.
Why we picked itUnusual, handmade in the UK and adjustable, so it gets harder as your dog gets the hang of it. It's an enrichment puzzle, not a chew toy, so supervise its use.
Checked 5 October 2026
Dexas
From £12.99
The original silicone-bristle paw cleaning cup. Add water, twist, dab dry. It comes in three sizes, with travel lids on the medium and large.
Why we picked itThe simplest answer to muddy paws, and the kind of gadget our paw cleaner guide recommends. It's BPA free and dishwasher safe.
Checked 5 October 2026
LickiMat
£8.99
A 20cm textured mat made from food-safe rubber. Spread soft food over it for a slow, calm licking session.
Why we picked itCheap, simple and quiet — a good calm activity for rainy days or older dogs. It can go in the freezer, and buying from the PDSA Pet Store supports the charity.
Checked 5 October 2026
Orbiloc
£23.99
A small Danish-made LED safety light for dark walks, waterproof and impact resistant, with steady-on and flashing modes.
Why we picked itMost clip-on dog lights are throwaway items; this one is described as waterproof and impact resistant and is made in Denmark. It offers both a steady and a flashing mode, so it suits road walking as well as off-lead time in the dark.
Checked 5 October 2026
Tavo Pets
From £350
An enclosed pet car seat for smaller dogs that latches directly onto a car's ISOFIX anchor points, with side impact guards and washable liners.
Why we picked itIt uses the same ISOFIX anchor points as a child seat, with integrated latches and no separate base, which is an unusual approach for a dog carrier. Two sizes take dogs up to 13.5kg or 18.1kg, and it comes with two washable liner sets and mattresses.
Checked 5 October 2026
Henry Wag
£41.24
A collapsible handlebar-mounted seat for dogs up to 6kg, with an internal lead and a storage pocket.
Why we picked itA simple way to take a very small dog along on a bike ride without a trailer. It attaches to the handlebars of most bikes, has a short lead inside, a pocket for treats, and collapses for storage.
Checked 5 October 2026
All For Paws
£27.99
A plush sheep containing a small battery-powered unit that vibrates in a heartbeat rhythm for 20 minutes when pressed.
Why we picked itIntended as a comfort companion for a puppy's first nights away from the litter; the maker says it is designed to help a pup feel safe and secure. The heartbeat unit runs on three button cells (included) and the plush can be washed on a gentle cycle.
Checked 5 October 2026
PitPat
£119
A 30g collar-mounted GPS tracker and activity monitor for dogs, waterproof to IP67, sold with no subscription.
Why we picked itMost GPS trackers need a monthly plan; PitPat says the built-in SIM and data costs are covered, with no subscription needed. It weighs 30g, charges wirelessly on an included pad, and the maker states it is designed and built in the UK.
Checked 5 October 2026
PitPat
£49
A 16g waterproof activity monitor that clips to the collar and records exercise, rest, distance and calories, with a battery that lasts over a year.
Why we picked itThere is nothing to charge - the maker says the battery lasts over a year - and no subscription is required. It records movement around the clock with a three-axis accelerometer and is rated IP67, so it can stay on for swimming. Stated as made and designed in Britain.
Checked 5 October 2026
Tug-E-Nuff
£34.90
A sectional 79cm pole with a reinforced bungee cord and a faux fur lure that the owner flicks and swoops for the dog to chase and catch.
Why we picked itA flirt pole lets a dog chase and pounce in a small space while the owner stands still. This one breaks down into 60cm sections, attaches the lure with a carabiner so it can be swapped, and comes with a squeaky or silent lure. Tug-E-Nuff is a family-run business based in Exmouth, Devon.
Checked 5 October 2026
Tug-E-Nuff
£17.95
An 11cm soft, throwable treat pouch with two hook-and-loop shells that the dog prises open with its nose to reach the food inside.
Why we picked itIt is designed to stay shut when thrown yet be easy for the dog to open itself, so a retrieve ends in a food reward without the owner handing one over. The fabric is described as rip-resistant and waterproof, and it can go in the washing machine on a cool cycle.
Checked 5 October 2026
Tug-E-Nuff
£24.95
A soft 22cm rip-stop fabric frisbee with foam padding that floats on water and has a bungee handle so it doubles as a tug toy.
Why we picked itOne toy that flies, floats and tugs. The soft, padded construction is made to be gentle to catch, and the stretchy bungee handle is there to soften the pull during tug games. It weighs 75g and is machine washable on a cool cycle.
Checked 5 October 2026
Mud Daddy
£69.99
A portable 5-litre dog washer with a 2-metre hose and a rechargeable, one-button power brush for rinsing mud off at the car or back door.
Why we picked itIt carries its own water, warm or cold, so a dog can be rinsed before getting into the car. This version replaces hand pumping with a battery brush that the maker describes as giving a silent, gentle stream of water; a 2.5-hour charge is stated to give one to two hours of use. Mud Daddy describes itself as a Newcastle-based company.
Checked 5 October 2026
Nina Ottosson by Outward Hound
£26.99
A Level 2 puzzle board, 31.5 x 21cm, with flip-lid compartments and removable bone pieces that the dog slides and lifts to find treats.
Why we picked itThree different ways of hiding food in one board - flip compartments, sliding covers and removable bone pieces - so the difficulty can be raised as the dog learns. It is hand washed in warm soapy water.
Checked 5 October 2026
Long Paws
From £14.75
A stainless steel dog water bottle with a roller-ball top that releases a small sip each time the dog licks, so no bowl is needed.
Why we picked itThe ball seals between licks, so the bottle can go back in a bag without spilling and no water is tipped away afterwards. It comes in 250ml, 500ml and 750ml sizes with a carabiner clip, and the company describes it as a UK design.
Checked 5 October 2026
Dicky Bag
From £37
A washable 4mm neoprene pouch with an odour-sealing zip that carries used poo bags on a belt or lead until a bin is reached.
Why we picked itIt solves the problem of carrying a full bag for the rest of a walk - the used bag goes inside a zipped, sealed neoprene pouch with a fragrance disc. The maker, established in 2008, states the bags are handmade in Cornwall.
Checked 5 October 2026
Ruffle Snuffle
From £19
A soft, machine-washable foraging toy with a flexible foam filling and multicoloured fabric pockets in which treats are hidden for the dog to sniff out.
Why we picked itAn original design by Sarah White at Ruffle Snuffle, protected by UK Design Right. The maker says all its products are handmade in the UK by a small team, and a personalised version is offered. The page is frank that it is not chew-proof.
Checked 5 October 2026
DogFit
£89.99
A complete hands-free running kit - padded dog harness, waist belt with back pocket, bungee line, kit bag and beginner's guide - stated as made in the UK.
Why we picked itEverything needed to start running with a dog arrives in one box, with a choice of a 1.2m or 2m bungee line. The page is candid about fit, saying the harness suits small to medium dogs and larger dogs that do not pull excessively. Described as made in the UK.
Checked 5 October 2026
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