What do you give as a Christmas present to the dog that has everything? OK, I’m not being serious, but apparently 90% of dogs do receive Christmas presents, so finding them the perfect present is far from easy. Gundogs are unlikely to appreciate collars studded with Swarovski crystals, but there are practical gifts that might well improve the quality of their lives.
My diminutive sprocker, Emma, has had an early Christmas present in the shape of a neoprene coat. Finding one that would fit her was the major challenge, but Everything Outdoor (01328 712120), based at Holkham in north Norfolk, offers a formidable size range, so there’s one suitable for everything from a Chesapeake to a Jack Russell. There’s also a choice of colours — black, green, orange, herring bone…
