Gifts For Golden Retriever Owners [12 Unique Etsy Finds]

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[UPDATED OCTOBER 2020]

Golden Retrievers are one of the most popular breeds out there and with good reason. They are smart, beautiful, friendly to everyone they meet, and have a comical side to them.

The owners of these dogs know how loyal and special they are, and are proud to show them off. Any owner of a Golden Retriever will be happy to share stories of their dog, and will proudly take their dog anywhere with them. A Golden Retriever will try to win the heart of anyone they meet, even if that person is not a dog person.

If you know someone who owns a Golden Retriever, or if you own one and are looking for something unique for yourself, then you have come to the right place.

The following is a list of Gifts For Golden Retriever Owners.  I have selected some of my favourite items that I have found on Etsy. I am sure you will find something unique for either yourself or the Golden Retriever owner in your life.

12 Unique Gifts For Golden Retriever Owners From Etsy

I hope you enjoy this list, there’s something here for everyone. Etsy items are all handmade, and when you shop from Etsy you are supporting small businesses.

1. Golden Retriever Mom Coffee Mug

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Every Golden Retriever Mom needs a coffee or tea mug that proudly displays their favourite fur-child as well as themselves together.

This mug perfectly captures the bond between dog mom and golden. It is completely customizable.

Choose your hairstyle and hair colour as well as the colour of your golden. Add both of your names to the mug if you wish, or leave blank.

The beautiful image is printed on both sides of the mug, and it will not peel, crack or fade. This mug is available in 2 sizes, 11 oz or 15 oz.

Choose between all white ceramic or white ceramic with a black handle and rim. This mug is dishwasher and microwave safe, and it is securely wrapped in bubble wrap and packing peanuts in a sturdy box to ensure it arrives safely.

It is handmade by HmMugs based out of Indiana, United States.

2. Golden Retriever Pint Glass

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This Golden Retriever pint glass is perfect for the beer loving dog dad or mom. Proudly display your favourite breed on your glass while enjoying a nice cold pint!

This 16 oz. glass is customizable. Choose your font style to proudly display your dog’s name on the front, you can also add a date if you wish.

The design is engraved into the glass, NOT laser-etched. This makes it even more stunning and better quality than most other similar glasses on the market.

The glass is sturdy and dishwasher safe. It measures 5 7/8″ tall and 3 1/2″ top diameter and is able to hold 16 ounces.

This glass is handmade by GrayFoxTradingCo which is based out of North Carolina, United States.

3. Life Is Golden Sweatshirt

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Keep cozy and warm with this cute stylish sweatshirt that says “Life is Golden”. Every Golden Retriever owner knows this statement to be true, so why not proudly wear this sweatshirt for everyone to see.

This sweatshirt is perfect for the cooler temperatures. A great casual item to wear while walking your golden or for lounging around.

It is pre-shrunk and features a classic relaxed-fit. Made with air-jet spun yarn to enhance its softness and to reduce pilling, it is made from a polyester-cotton blend.

Available in various colours and unisex sizes, this crewneck sweatshirt is ideal for any Golden Retriever owner, male or female.

Each sweatshirt is custom printed and made to order by dsgn4all, based out of New York, United States.

4. Custom Golden Retriever Pet Portrait

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This custom pet portrait is super cute, and makes an ideal gift for any owner who has recently suffered the loss of their dog or who simply wants a beautiful portrait of their best friend.

This stunning portrait beautifully captures your dog. You can choose from a peek a boo style as shown in the image above, or a full head portrait.

This item is handmade, and completely one of a kind. The portrait is hand-painted using watercolour paint on high-quality watercolour paper.

There are different sizes to choose from the dropdown menu, or you can contact the seller to have a custom size made.

The frame and mat are not included. It is a high-quality portrait hand-painted on thick quality paper and signed by the artist.

Made by PetPortraitGalaxy, based out of Pennsylvania, United States.

5. Golden Retriever Personalized Dog Key Ring

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Every owner of this breed really knows that their Golden Retriever is the boss and that their dog owns them. This is especially true in my case, LOL! I think many golden owners can relate to this.

This keyring is not only funny and adorable but it is a useful item. Proudly hang your car keys and house keys from this one of a kind keyring.

Customize this keyring with your dog’s name. It is made from aluminum and the design is engraved on the front.

Handmade by SOengraved, based in the United Kingdom.

6. Golden Retriever Sneakers

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When you own a Golden Retriever, you know that you will be doing a lot of walking!

Look at how great these shoes are, they are hand-painted and customized with your dog’s name on the side.  Do you want to add some bling to them? You can have rhinestones added to the sides of them, free of charge.

These sneakers are hand-painted using high-quality professional acrylic paints and sealed with a water-resistant varnish. There is no need to worry about flaking, fading or smudging.

You will be walking in style wearing these sneakers, they are definitely unique and a wearable piece of art.  These shoes are flexible and comfortable and available in a variety of colours.

If you happen to get these shoes dirty, simply use a damp cloth to wipe them clean. They come in various sizes, the sizes are marked in European sizes, but the description shows the shoe size converter for US and UK sizes.

Handmade by Izapas, based in the United Kingdom.

7. Love Like A Golden Tote Bag

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This stunning tote bag features an English Cream Golden Retriever design with the words “Love Like A Golden”. This cheerful design is displayed on both sides of the tote bag.

Bright and cheerful colours make this tote bag so fun and cute. It features black oversized 1″ cotton shoulder straps and a coral coloured tote.

The tote is made from durable synthetic fabric that will keep its shape and dry quickly. Available in 3 different sizes, perfect for going grocery shopping or to the gym. Of course, it is best used for carrying all of your dog’s essentials.

The corners of this tote are boxed for added room.

Handmade by CampBainbridge from Washington, United States.

8. Golden Retriever Party Garland

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Celebrate your dog’s next birthday by having a party and displaying this garland. Super cute, and sure to be a hit. You can even use this garland for yourself, after all, you are a Golden Retriever lover.

This garland features fun Golden Retriever dog faces printed on both sides.  It is made of heavy card stock and there are 5 different dog heads with hats.  Each head is approximately 8″x6″.

The black and white baker’s twine is 7 feet long. You can arrange the cute golden heads as you wish, and they stay in place once arranged.

Handmade by RawBoneStudio from California, United States.

9. Wedding Cake Topper

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Every Golden Retriever owner knows that their dog is not just a dog, but a part of their family. The bond that you have with a dog becomes so strong.

This cake topper is a great way to showcase to everyone that your golden is part of the family, and belongs with you as you celebrate your wedding day.

This wedding cake topper measures 6″ wide by 5″ high and is 1/8″ thick.  Choose from a variety of solid colours as well as glitter options.  Made from food-safe acrylic.

This wedding cake topper is ideal for 6-8″ sized cakes. Two non-removable stakes are attached to the bottom of the design for easy cake placement.

Handmade by ChickDesignBoutique from California, United States.

10. Sterling Silver Necklace

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Keep your furry best friend close to your heart all day by wearing this sterling silver necklace. It can be engraved with your dog’s name on the front or the back, or no engraving at all. This is a great way to remember a dog that is no longer with you.

This necklace features a sterling silver pendant with a bright satin finish and a sterling silver Italian box chain.  You have the option to choose the pendant alone or include the chain. Chain lengths are 16″ to 22″.

A tiny heart cutout completes the silver pendant and symbolizes the love you have for your Golden Retriever.

Handmade by Silversmith925, from California, United States.

11. Golden Retriever Custom Doormat

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Every household needs a great welcome mat, and this one is perfect for any Golden Retriever owner.

This mat features an adorable Golden Retriever design on the front, and you can personalize it with your last name and date. It is a coir mat with a slip-resistant rubber back.

The design is printed on the front using high quality cured UV ink to prevent fading. No vinyl is used, so there is no worry about peeling or cracking.

It measures 30 inches long by 18 inches wide.

Both you and your visitors will enjoy this welcome mat. If you wish to add a greeting instead of your last name to this mat, that can be arranged.

The coir front easily keeps the dirt off your shoes and out of your home. Dirt can easily be shaken out, to keep this mat looking its best and lasting longer it is advised to keep it in a dry covered area.

Handmade by WoodByStu, based in Florida, United States.

12. Customized Dog Socks

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Put your cute dog’s face on a pair of socks!  These fun customized socks are so popular right now and make a great gift for any Golden Retriever owner that loves their dog.

These custom socks are handmade in Portland, Oregon by local part-time Moms.  Each pair is made to order.  Choose from 4 different colours and sock sizes from Small to XL.

These socks are made from polyester and nylon, they are soft and cozy to wear, and of course adorable!

A great gift for any dog lover from youth to adult. Perfect for any holiday whether it’s Birthdays, Christmas, Mother’s Day, Father’s Day or just because.

Handmade by PetPartyCo in Oregon, United States.

Conclusion

When shopping for a Golden Retriever owner, you really can’t go wrong with anything that has a Golden Retriever on it. We really are obsessed with our dogs and are proud to wear or display anything that has a Golden Retriever on it.

When it comes to personalized gifts, and finding unique one-of-a-kind items, you really can’t go wrong with Etsy. There are so many unique and handmade items to choose from, it really was hard to come up with this list of just 12 items.

Dog lover gifts are always welcome at any time of the year and are great for any occasion. I hope you are able to find something great for that Golden Retriever owner in your life. Happy shopping!

Do you need the perfect gift for your Golden Retriever? Check out my list of the best toys for Golden Retrievers.

Do you have a favourite gift for a Golden Retriever owner?  Please share your thoughts and comments below.  I would love to hear from you.