Quick answer: The best value dog advent calendar in Ireland is the Rosewood Cupid & Comet calendar (€5.70, 24 treats), and the best for fussy dogs is the Rex London fill-your-own calendar (€21.50). For cats, try the VEGCAT Silent Nights calendar (€15) or the Trixie Premio calendar (€7.50). All are in stock at Dec’s Pets, with next-day delivery across Ireland when you order before 2pm.
Updated November 2026 by Declan O’Keeffe, Dec’s Pets, Wexford.
Why Pet Advent Calendars Are Everywhere This Year
Pet advent calendars are the biggest Christmas pet trend online this year. Owners film their dog or cat opening a door every morning in December, and the most popular videos have been watched over a million times. It’s a lovely little ritual, and it makes the countdown to Christmas about the whole family, pets included. Here are the best dog and cat advent calendars you can buy in Ireland right now, all in our Advent Calendars range.
🐶 The Best Dog Advent Calendars
📅 Rosewood Cupid & Comet Christmas Advent Calendar (€5.70)
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Best value. 24 doors with a dog treat behind each one. A brilliant price for a full month of treats.
🎄 Rex London Festive Friends Advent Calendar (€21.50)
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Best for fussy dogs. A calendar you fill yourself, so you can use your dog’s favourite treats, or treats that suit a sensitive stomach.
👃 Advent Snuffle Mat (€17.50)
Best for busy dogs. Not a calendar with treats inside, but a crinkly, festive snuffle mat. Hide treats in the fabric and let your dog sniff them out.
🐱 The Best Cat Advent Calendars
🐱 VEGCAT Silent Nights, Crunchy Bites Cat Advent Calendar (€15)
🎁 Shop the VEGCAT Silent Nights, Crunchy Bites Cat Advent Calendar
A beautifully designed cat advent calendar with crunchy cat treats behind every door.
🐱 Trixie Premio Cat Advent Calendar (€7.50)
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Trixie’s Premio cat treats in a festive calendar. A great-value choice.
🐱 Trixie Advent Calendar for Cats (€7)
🎁 Shop the Trixie Advent Calendar for Cats
A simple, affordable calendar for cats who love a daily treat.
How to Choose a Pet Advent Calendar
- Treat size: for small dogs and cats, pick small treats, or break bigger ones in half.
- Sensitive stomachs: choose a fill-your-own calendar so you control what goes in.
- Daily treat allowance: treats should be no more than about 10% of your pet’s daily food. Cut back their dinner slightly in December.
- Keep it out of reach: a clever dog will happily eat all 24 doors at once!
🎁 Shop Advent Calendars at Dec’s Pets
🎁 Free Christmas surprise: spend €40 in our Christmas Shop and we’ll pack a free surprise toy and a bag of Park Life treats in with your order, while stocks last.
🚚 Order before 2pm for next-day delivery across Ireland, free over €50, or click and collect from our shop in Wexford.
☎️ Not sure which to choose? Ring us on 053 912 2600 for free advice, no obligation.
FAQs
Are dog advent calendars safe?
Yes, when the treats are made for dogs. Never use a chocolate advent calendar for people, as chocolate is poisonous to dogs. Keep the calendar out of reach and count the treats as part of your dog’s daily allowance.
When should I start a pet advent calendar?
On 1 December, the same as a normal advent calendar, with one door a day until Christmas Eve. Buy yours in November so it arrives in time.
Do cats like advent calendars?
Most cats love a daily treat, so a cat advent calendar is a fun way to include them in Christmas. Choose one with small, crunchy treats made for cats.
Where can I buy pet advent calendars in Ireland?
At Dec’s Pets, online or in our Wexford shop. Order before 2pm for next-day delivery across Ireland, free over €50.
