The Best Father’s Day Gifts for Dog Dads

Any trainer will tell you that a tired dog is a happy dog. This ball launcher is a great way to get them the exercise they need, allowing a dog dad to throw the ball way farther than they ever could with their arm alone. The best part? They never even have to touch the slobbered, mud-caked thing. 

“You’re gonna have your hands full when traveling with pups — this is a must-have!! You’ll save space, time, and will be able to keep your pup well-fueled on your adventures. It also helps a ton if you're staying in a hotel or Air BNB so you don’t have to bring in all of the food!”

“Why do all the work yourself right?? For working dogs and strong dogs, they will love this. Moose is my powerhorse pup and he gets excited to help his dad out. Keep the bag light with things like treats, doggie bags, portable charger ect.”

“This is a no-brainer for me, having multiple dogs I need to be able to keep my hands free for multiple reasons. It also gives me peace of mind that my dogs won’t run off. I prefer this type over the bungees, my dogs pull more on the bungee!”

This trio of toys from Fringe Studio are sturdy enough to take a beating and keep on squeezing, but aesthetic enough that your dog dad won’t mind finding them around the house. Made of heavy-duty cotton canvas, each one is equipped with an extra loud squeaker, perfect for pups that like to make a lot of noise. 

Everyone knows dogs make the best wingmen. Add a Modernbeast chambray bandana into the mix and that dog dad won’t stay single for long.

There’s nothing better than taking your dog out on the trail, especially when they can help lighten the load by carrying all their own stuff (treats, first aid, poo bags, etc.). Ruffwear’s Front Range Day Pack features foam-padded construction for comfortable extended wear, five points of adjustment for an optimal fit, internal mesh pockets, and a radial cut, weight-forward saddlebag design that creates passive compression and stabilizes pack contents. It has a low-profile padded handle for controlled and comfortable lift and assist, and three leash attachment points: an aluminum V-ring on the back, a reinforced webbing loop on the chest, and a tow loop on the back. In other words, it’s about as well-designed a doggy backpack as you can get. Perfect for outdoorsy dogs and their outdoorsy dads. 

Most dogs don’t care what they eat out of, but these Wild One bowls are really nice. The color, the shape — they’re just really aesthetically pleasing, and considering they’re out and in use all the time, that’s not a bad thing. They are made of sturdy, food-grade stainless steel, are dishwasher safe, have a non-slip silicone base, and have a four-cup capacity for especially hungry dogs. You can also customize them with 26 letters and a choice of 10 emojis. Fun!

How handsome would your dog look walking around outside with his very own, iconic waxed cotton Barbour jacket? So handsome! This particular model comes with a cotton tartan lining, corduroy collar detail, velcro chest fastening, and an underbody strap. And if you want to do something extra-special, might we suggest getting dad a jacket to match? Dad’s will run you about seven times as much as dog’s, but it’ll never go out of style and it will last them the rest of their life. Also, the pictures of them together in their matching outfits will literally be priceless.

Front-facing backpack dog carriers are more and more popular these days, but what makes this one so great — apart from the fact that it allows you to comfortably carry a seriously big dog (up to 80 lbs) — is that it also doubles as a serious backpacking pack with up to 60 liters of space. 

Dog harnesses these days come in every conceivable color and material, but there is something about this all-leather option from The Barkers that feels extra special. Made in Italy with ethically-sourced, vegetable-tanned Italian calf leather and brass-plated buckles, it looks more like a piece of horse tackle from Hermès than a dog harness. And while an actual Hermès leather dog harness will run you around $1,000, this beauty is a relative steal at a mere $69.

A stylish dog bed for a stylish dog dad, the Mr. Dog dog bed was designed to be as durable and dog friendly as it is interior decor-friendly. The 100 percent cotton twill cover was designed in collaboration with textile and wallpaper designer Kate Loudoun Shand and features non-toxic pigment silkscreen dyes and a signature black-on-black injection-molded resin zipper. Inside is a combination of shredded latex and cotton rag, which can comfortably support a dog’s weight and allow them to burrow to their heart’s content without damaging or fattening out the filling. It is possibly the best dog bed on the market, and certainly one of the most attractive. 

It’s fetch on steroids. Perfect for dogs with a lot of energy to burn off, dads will also get a kick out of seeing how much further they can throw.

Big dogs require a lot of food, and storing that food properly (and aesthetically) can be difficult. That’s where this large-capacity can from Simple Human comes in. It can hold up to 44 lbs of dog food and is designed with a lock-tight handle that keeps food in and dogs out. A silicone gasket forms an airtight seal so food stays fresh, and it includes a convenient scoop that attaches magnetically under the lid. It also just looks damn nice.

The world is opening up again, and for many dogs that means more time home alone. This treat-tossing, full HD wifi pet camera will help keep track of a dog no matter where dad is. It also comes with two-way audio, so he can tell them what a good dog they are from afar.