My puppy, East, would like to tell you something: “Arf, arf aroof. Woof bow wow.”

Isn’t he brilliant? And eloquent? He’s so right to remind us that dogs like Chrismas as much as people do and shouldn’t be overlooked when it comes to gift-buying.

What’s that, East?

“Yip, woofity arf arf!”

Of course, buddy. You do give us the gift if unquestioning devotion every waking moment. None is more deserving of a holiday treat than you, my fine, furry friend.

“Arfoomph. Woooofoofoof.” 

Yes, we know you’re capable of the world’s most dramatic guilt trip if ignored. We remember your ability to lay on the floor and sigh the saddest sighs all too well (drama queen alert!). So, no, one present is not too much to ask. You were so polite you may deserve two. Just, maybe, in return, would it be possible for you to not say, “I love you,” to the mailman quite so loudly next year?

“Grrr! Grrroof! ThisNext wish list!”

What’s that, boy? Did you say, “ThisNext wish list?” Aren’t you a clever online shopper! Of course I’ll refer to your ThisNext wish list for gift ideas!

East’s wish list:

See more of my for the love of dogs list at ThisNext.