World Animal Day: gifts for four-legged friends (and their owners)

For most people, pets are not an afterthought; they are family. And a gift that recognizes that relationship stands out. Especially around World Animal Day on October 4th.

And it doesn't necessarily have to revolve entirely around the four-legged friend. You can also give gifts that indirectly do something for animals: a donation to charity, a product that supports animal welfare, or something that clears plastic from the ocean. Read below about the options we find most interesting and get inspired. Which animal lover are you going to surprise? Or would you rather get something for your own pet?

Pawness: sustainable dog products with style

Recently added to the Cadeo range: Pawness. A Dutch brand founded by Denise, who had a clear mission: to make beautiful products for dogs and their owners, without compromising on sustainability. Everything Pawness makes is designed with respect for people and animals, with minimal environmental impact, and the products also look great. Pawness also donates 10% of its profits to a good dog charity.

The range is wide: handmade ceramic food bowls in various sizes, plant-based coat care, slow feeders that challenge dogs while eating, and natural snacks. There is even dog perfume, and yes, it is exactly as fun as it sounds. The leashes and collars are made from sustainable materials and stand out for their style. It's the kind of brand that dog owners get excited about as soon as they discover it.

Pawness products are exactly the kind of gift you want to give on World Animal Day. There is something for every dog, every owner, and every budget.

Tenue Soleil: sun protection that protects marine life

Protect skin and planet with this gift set from Tenue Soleil. The story behind it makes this gift highly relevant for World Animal Day: Tenue Soleil is B Corp certified, vegan, and completely cruelty-free. The formulas are reef-safe - free from chemical UV filters that damage coral reefs and marine life. No microplastics, biodegradable packaging: everything to do business as sustainably as possible.

For pet owners who look beyond just their own pet, this is a gift with a story. You protect your skin without it costing marine life.

Special tea from Wilder Land

Wilder Land makes tea from herbs that grow on Dutch field margins. What makes it special: half of the sown herbs are not for the tea, but for bees and butterflies. The tea farmers deliberately leave part of the harvest for pollinators. A cup of tea that contributes to biodiversity - that's a story that fits World Animal Day.

Donating is also a gift

Did you know that with Cadeo you can also choose to convert your gift into a donation to all kinds of different charities? Extra appropriate for World Animal Day, as we have several charities in our range that fight for the welfare of animals and the planet. For example, you can plant trees or donate to the WWF. Below we give three more examples of great charities you can support through Cadeo.

De Dierenbescherming

De Dierenbescherming (The Dutch Society for the Protection of Animals) is dedicated to the shelter, inspection, and protection of animals in need - from pets to farm animals. The donation is available in various amounts.

The beautiful thing about a donation as a gift: it says something about the giver and about the recipient, and creates a bond for the relationship. And for pet owners, animal welfare always strikes a chord.

Clean up plastic with Sumthing

With Sumthing, you don't give a physical product, but impact, because with every donation, kilograms of plastic are cleared from beaches and oceans. That plastic is a direct threat to marine life - from sea turtles that mistake plastic bags for jellyfish to seabirds that swallow microplastics. So it's a great cause to contribute to, especially for an animal lover.

Hulphond Nederland

Hulphond Nederland (Service Dog Netherlands) deserves to be mentioned in this list. They increase the independence and well-being of more than 2,500 people per year through the deployment of professionally trained service dogs. ADL service dogs that literally take work off the hands of people with physical disabilities. Epilepsy and PTSD service dogs that recognize symptoms and intervene. Social service dogs that reduce tension and stress. Hulphond Nederland is an organization to keep an eye on if you want to give something that helps both animals and people.

Get inspired

From sustainable dog products to reef-safe sun protection and a donation that truly makes a difference - these are beautiful gifts for the biggest animal lover in your circle. You don't have to go big. A set of natural coat care, a cup of tea that helps bees, or less plastic in the ocean - it shows you know what is important to someone.

And that is ultimately the best gift: showing that you have paid attention.

Would you like to arrange a (pet-friendly) gift through Cadeo? Contact us and we will help you think of ideas.