The Dapple's Holiday Gifting Guide 2018

THE DAPPLE A DOG LOVER'S GUIDE TO SHOPPING SMALL IN THE 2018 HOLIDAY SEASON

21 SMALL BUSINESS OWNERS TELL US WHAT THEY'RE GIFTING From candles to cookie cutters

OUR GIFTING PICKS FROM OUR FAVORITE SMALL BUSINESSES A sneak-peak at our holiday shopping list for humans

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A NOTE FROM HEATHER Welcome to The Dapple's first-ever Small Business Saturday Gifting Guide.

Happy holidays, friends! As we gave thanks this week, I kept thinking about how grateful I am for The Dapple's first year online.

When we founded our site last year, we wanted to create a space to celebrate really exceptional dog products—items that are designforward, sustainably-focused, carefully-crafted, or just straight-up beautiful.

What I didn't realize was how deeply inspired I'd be by the entrepreneurs behind these innovative products. I've realized it takes guts, grit, and a heck of a lot of determination to lead a small business.

As you begin your holiday gifting, I'd encourage you to think about how you can support small businesses with your purchases— whether they're for dogs or humans.

Thanks again for giving The Dapple an amazing first year. Wishing all of you wonderful friends the very happiest holidays with your favorite people and pets.

xo Heather

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MERRY AND BRIGHT

BARKLYN GRACE PICKS FROM KELSEY GALLIPEAU, FOUNDER OF BARKLYN GRACE

"This year, our favorite holiday gift is our 'Believe in the Magic of Dogs' sweatshirt—a festive and cozy crew to spread some extra Christmas cheer, with your pup, of course."

KELSEY GALLIPEAU

"I am currently obsessing over Clive + Bacon’s holiday collection.

They have the cutest buffalo plaid + navy dog hoodie!"

FLORENCE & OTTIE PICKS FROM CLARE HOPKINS, OWNER AND CREATIVE DIRECTOR OF FLORENCE & OTTIE

"Our personalized pawtrait set is the perfect Christmas gift in our shop. They are hand-illustrated to order and are completely unique to each pet."

"A MARLEY BASKET CROCHET KIT FROM WOOL AND THE GANG, IS THE PERFECT GIFT FOR HUMANS AND DOGS THIS CHRISTMAS."

CLARE HOPKINS THE DAPPLE - HOLIDAY 2018

HUNTER & JUNE PICKS FROM KALINA & PETE STORMER, CO-FOUNDERS OF HUNTER & JUNE

"OUR FAVORITE ITEM FOR GIFTING THIS SEASON IS THE EMBROIDERED DOG MOM HAT IN GREY - IT'S A FUN AND STYLISH WAY FOR THE PROUD DOG PARENT TO SHOW OFF THE LOVE FOR HER PUP, AND WE ALSO DONATE A PERCENTAGE OF OUR PROFITS TO LOCAL SHELTERS (WIN, WIN)!"

"OUR FAVORITE GIFT FROM ANOTHER SMALL BUSINESS IS THIS BASKET FROM ONE OF OUR NEIGHBOR SHOPS, APPLE & OAK IT'S A PERFECT AND STYLISH HOME ACCESSORY TO HOLD DOG TOYS, BLANKETS, AND MORE!"

PETE & KALINA STORMER THE DAPPLE - HOLIDAY 2018

THE FOGGY DOG PICKS FROM ROSE SHATTUCK, FOUNDER OF THE FOGGY DOG

"I ALREADY BOUGHT MY TWIN DAUGHTERS SOME OF THE BEAUTIFUL VELVET HAIR BOWS FROM LITTLE BLOOMS HANDMADE FOR CHRISTMAS. THE QUALITY IS AMAZING, THE COLORS ARE GORGEOUS AND I LOVE THAT Â THEY ARE MADE BY HAND BY ANOTHER CALIFORNIA MOM OF GIRLS."

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"Our favorite item is definitely our brand new collars. With gorgeous gold hardware they're beautiful enough for special occasions, but they're also durable and comfortable enough for everyday wear.

We think the Red Stripe Collar is perfect for the holidays, especially if you add the matching bow tie!"

SPOTTED DOG BAKERY PICKS FROM JEN MELLO, OWNER OF SPOTTED DOG BAKERY

"I’m so excited for our Gingerbread Dog House Kits because it’s a fun switch up from decorating Christmas cookies, and you don’t have to push all the extra cookies on your friends as they leave."

JEN MELLO

"I came across these stunning custom pet portrait ornaments from Pawfect Paintings and I think they’d make the perfect gift for your favorite Dog Mom!"

PEARLS FOR PUPS CO. PICKS FROM JENNA, PAIGE, AND BEKKI MCMAKIN, CO-FOUNDERS OF PEARLS FOR PUPS CO.

"WE'RE LOVING THE WEST HIGHLAND TERRIER 8MM PEARLESCENT WHITE EARRINGS FOR GIFTS THIS HOLIDAY! THE EARRINGS, WITH THEIR SEMIMATTE FINISH AND ALMOST PINKY BLUE PEARLESCENT TONES REMIND US OF SNOWFLAKES - SO FITTING FOR THE SEASON!"

"OUR GOOD FRIENDS AT BRUNO & GIL HAVE "THE CHURCHILL" LEASH (NAMED AFTER ONE OF OUR PUPS). 20% OF THE PROCEEDS ARE DONATED TO PEARLS FOR PUPS CO., SO WE'RE EXCITED TO GIFT IT TO ALL OF OUR FAMILY AND FRIENDS THIS SEASON."

JENNA, PAIGE, AND BEKKI MCMAKIN THE DAPPLE - HOLIDAY 2018

WHISKERS & STITCHED PICKS BY SARAH MCCONVILLE, OWNER OF WHISKERS & STITCHED

"MY FAVOURITE HOLIDAY GIFT WOULD DEFINITELY BE ONE OF MY SUPER SNUGGLY, HAND-PAINTED CRAZY DOG LADY JUMPERS. THEY'RE THE PERFECT WAY TO STAY COZY NOW THAT IT'SÂ GETTING COLDER!"

"I'M TOTALLY IN LOVE WITH THE WHOLE CHRISTMAS RANGE FROM R'N'D PAWS, THE ACCESSORIES ARE SO GORGEOUS AND SO WELL MADE. THE BOW TIES WOULD MAKE SUCH A BEAUTIFUL GIFT!"

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ELLIE DOG WEAR PICKS FROM ALAN HUANG, CO-OWNER OF ELLIE DOG WEAR

"OUR FAVORITE ITEM FROM OUR SHOP WOULD MOST DEFINITELY BE OUR RAINY DAY RAINCOATS. NOT ONLY IS IT A CUTE AND STYLISH PIECE OF DOG CLOTHING, IT ALSO KEEPS THE DOG FROM GETTING WET AND DRENCHED WHEN THEY GO OUT TO PLAY IN THE RAIN OR SNOW. IT’S ALMOST LIKE A WIN-WIN FOR BOTH THE DOG AND DOG OWNER!"

"Quite a few of my friends are coffee enthusiasts who just can’t survive without coffee. So, as a silly way to poke fun at their early morning coffee requirements, I’m excited

to give them a Starbarks coffee chew toy for their dogs to match with them."

ALAN HUANG THE DAPPLE - HOLIDAY 2018

WHISK & WAG PICKS FROM ELIZABETH BARBER, VICE PRESIDENT OF CORPORATE DEVELOPMENT AT F.L. EMMERT.

"Whisk & Wag’s Sweet Potato & Spice bake-at-home treat mix lets dogs enjoy the fun of holiday baking, too!"

"For gifting, that steak you just can’t stop thinking about—Jeff Ruby’s can’t be beat for first-class holiday meals."

ELIZABETH BARBER

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FINN + ME PICKS FROM REBECCA FADDEN, FOUNDER & DESIGNER OF FINNÂ + ME

"We love our gunmetal leather collar, leash, and Pooch Purse set. Metallics are super popular right now and each set comes in a luxurious dust bag just as a luxury handbag would!"

"AN APPARIS COAT IS THE PERFECT GIFT TO KEEP ANY DOG MOM WARM WHILE DOG-WALKING THIS WINTER; THEY ARE CHIC, AFFORDABLE, AND ETHICAL."

REBECCA FADDEN THE DAPPLE - HOLIDAY 2018

BUMBLE & HOUND PICKS FROM NOELLE WHITLEY, CHIEF ELF AND DOG SNUGGLER AT BUMBLE & HOUND

"OUR HANDS-DOWN FAVORITE GIFT THIS HOLIDAY IS THE BLANKET SCARF AND BANDANA MATCHING SET, MADE FROM BUTTERY SOFT, COZY FLANNEL, BECAUSE IT’S PERFECT FOR HOLIDAY PICTURES, PARTIES, AND PICKING OUT A TREE. AND YOU CAN EVEN ADD MATCHING MONOGRAMS!"

"WE’RE GIVING EVERYONE ON OUR LIST ONE OF THESE CHRISTMAS TREE SCENTED CANDLES FROM OUR FRIEND MELISSA OVER AT WICKS FOR WAGS, THEY SMELL SO FESTIVE AND EACH CANDLE DONATES TO DOGS IN NEED!"

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NOELLE WHITLEY

BONJOUR FIDO! PICKS FROM RACHAEL MOIN, FOUNDER OF BONJOUR FIDO!

"WE LOVE

"Our favorite item from our shop right now is our Cherry Red Plaid collar for its super soft flannel, and warm blend of red and white colors. It's perfect for the holiday season!"

GIFTING SUPER TRENDY AND FRESH TREATS FROM THE GOODÂ DOG TREAT BOX TO ALL OUR FURRY FRIENDS!"

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RACHAEL MOIN

CHRISTMAS WISHES

and

PUPPY KISSES

MODERNBEAST PICKS FROM MODERNBEAST'S FOUNDER, LONA WILLIAMS, AND CEO, HOPE REINERS

"OUR HOLIDAY HATS (SANTA AND ELF) ARE OUR FAVORITE HOLIDAY GIFT FOR DOGS AND THOSE WHO LOVE THEM."

"Our favorite gift to give is a donation, made in the name of someone we love, to an animal charity like Best Friends Animal Society or Farm Sanctuary - two incredible organizations we support and love."

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LONA WILLIAMS & HOPE REINERS

JUNO STUDIOS PICKS FROM CHRISTINE MIN, FOUNDER AND DESIGNER AT JUNO STUDIOS

"OUR LUMBERJACK SCARF IS THE PERFECT GIFT TO KEEP YOUR PET COZY AND STYLISH FOR THE WINTER HOLIDAYS!"

"THIS HOLIDAY SEASON, WE WOULD LOVE TO GIFT THE “I LOVE MY DOG” FRENCH TEE BY HUNTER AND JUNE, WITH ITS ADORABLE DESIGN FOR DOG LOVERS AND PROCEEDS TO PAIR RESCUE ANIMALS AND VETERANS."

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GILMORE THE DACHSHUND PICKS FROM LIZ HULLER EISEMANN, ILLUSTRATOR AT GILMORE THE DACHSHUND

"I LOVE DESIGNING GILMORE THE DACHSHUND BONE CHINA MUGS FROM MY FAVORITE ILLUSTRATIONS BECAUSE IF YOU OWN ONE, YOU CAN HAVE BREAKFAST, LUNCH, DINNER AND OR SNACKS WITH GILMORE AND ME!"

"I love these Beatrix and Midge Bernaments (Bernese Mountain Dog Ornaments) because you see the love sewn into each one."

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RIPLEY & RUE PICKS FROM JEANNIE NORTH, OWNER + MAKER + DESIGNER OF RIPLEY + RUE

"OUR DOG MOM EMBROIDERED POM POM KNIT BEANIE. THIS CAP IS SUPER WARM AND SOFT, AND THE POM-POM GIVES IT A PLAYFUL TOUCH! PERFECT GIFT FOR ALL DOG MOMS!

"We are a huge fan of The Dapper Dog Box and love gifting their boxes to our favorite dog lovers!"

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JEANNIE NORTH

THE DRAWING BOARD SHOP PICKS FROM THE DRAWING BOARD SHOP'S CO-FOUNDING ARTIST WENDY WELZ, AND HER CO-FOUNDING DAUGHTERS, ERIKA PRAFDER AND DINA JACOBS

"We love our Christmas Dog Biscuit Note Card.

It's the paw-fect way to spread holiday cheer to dog-lovers. Sold as a single card or set of nine."

"WE THINK THE YUMMIYOGI CUTTING BOARD IS THE PERFECT GIFT FOR YOGA-LOVERS, COOKS AND THOSE WHO LOVE TO ENTERTAIN!"

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WENDY WELZ

IT'S THE BEST TIME OF THE YEAR

HOP & DOX

PICKS FROM ABBY PEITSMEYER, OWNER OF HOP & DOX

"HOME IS WHERE THE DACHSHUND IS—THIS "I'M GIFTING

RARE, HANDCRAFTED

HATS FROM

FIND IS A LONG DOG

LOVE YOUR

LOVER’S DREAM!"

MELON. STAY WARM THIS WINTER AND SUPPORT THE FIGHT AGAINST PEDIATRIC CANCER."

ABBY PEITSMEYER THE DAPPLE - HOLIDAY 2018

IT'S THE BEST TIME OF THE YEAR

PABLO & CO. PICKS FROM LOREN CUNLIFFE, OWNER OF PABLO & CO.

"WE'RE LOVING OUR MATCHING "SEE YA LATER ALLIGATOR" HUMAN & DOG TEES. THEY'RE JUST THE PERFECT SUMMER TEE'S FOR ANY EVENT BECAUSE WHO DOESN'T WANNA MATCH WITH THEIR DOGGO?! (IT'S SUMMER HERE IN AUSTRALIA!)."

"I would have to say I'll be gifting this adorable sausage dog cookie cutter. A cute lil' gift for any dog lover. You could use them to make human cookies or even dog cookies! I found them at this little knick knack gift shop called Finders Keepers Gifts."

LOREN CUNLIFFE THE DAPPLE - HOLIDAY 2018

BUSTER'S PARTY SHOP PICKS FROM BRANDY UNREIN, OWNER AND MAKER AT BUSTER'S PARTY SHOP.

"My favorite holiday item this year is definitely our peppermint party hat and matching bow, because who doesn’t love peppermint at Christmas?! The wooly peppermints are so whimsical and fun!"

"OUR DOG, OTTO, WILL HAVE SOME SPOTTED DOG BAKERY SWEET POTATO BARK IN HIS STOCKING, THAT I KNOW HE WILL LOVE! HE’S A PICKY EATER, BUT HE’S A FAN OF HER COOKIES!"

BRANDY UNREIN

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PUPSTYLE

PICKS FROM TATE, CHIEF HUMANÂ AT PUPSTYLE

"WE SPENT ABOUT 6 MONTHS PLANNING AND DESIGNING OUR HOLIDAY PATTERNS, SO WE'RE VERY PROUD OF OUR CHRISTMAS BANDANAS. MY CURRENT FAVORITE IS THE STARRY NIGHT BANDANA... BUT THIS CHANGES WEEKLY!"

"We're a little stationary obsessed, and this fellow Australian designer makes the most beautiful and practical 2019 planners in our favourite blush and gray tones."

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