You’ve made your Christmas list and checked it twice. There are presents for all the people in your life, so now it’s time to wrap up a little something for your pets.

Since many pet owners consider their animals members of the family, it’s only natural that they would want to include them in holiday celebrations. In fact, the American Pet Products Association says that 20 million people (almost half of all dog and cat owners) spend at least $210 million for holiday gifts for Fido and Fluffy.

But what’s the perfect gift for your pet?

“Anything that squeaks, rattles or grunts,” says Kyle Evans of UPCO in St. Joseph.

And there’s a variety of items to choose from. A popular holiday toy for dogs is a Santa Squeaker Mat, which features multiple squeakers. Another popular item is a duck toy, complete with Santa hat.

And then there is the Pull-A-Part Vet, a plush puzzle toy that allows your dog to channel his inner Cujo.

“It’s kind of a way for them to get back at the vet,” Mr. Evans says.

No matter how may times the vet toy goes to pieces, it can be put back together again for the next appointment with the dog. Revenge also isn’t costly, the toy sells for $5.25 in UPCO’s catalog. (The store and the Web site, www.upco.com, also feature this toy and a variety of other holiday items).

For cats, there’s always the toys with catnip in them. Cats do like their happy fix. Catnip mice are selling well, Mr. Evans says.

“It’s nothing short of a drug for cats,” Mr. Evans jokes.

But no matter what you choose to give your pet, you want to be sure it’s a toy that your pet will play with.

“Choose a toy that matches your dog’s personality and chewing habits,” says Dr. Marty Smith of Drs. Foster and Smith.

Dr. Smith says that it may take some trial and error before you’ll find the perfect toy. If it’s not the Pull-A-Part-Vet, then it could be the Kong toy. If your cat has overdosed on catnip toys or doesn’t like then, then try a laser chaser to get him moving.

Of course, you can avoid the toys and go with cold-weather items. Pet beds are popular gifts, Mr. Evans says. And, many owners of smaller dogs opt to wrap them in warm clothing. Pajamas are a hot item, Mr. Evans says.

With all the options, it shouldn’t be too difficult to wrap up Christmas for your pets.

Lifestyles reporter Cathy Woolridge can be reached

at cathyw@npgco.com