Dog cake and birthday treats
A bake-it-yourself dog cake mix isn't something you'll find in our range at the moment. What we do carry is a small selection of ready-made dog birthday treats — including a hide-and-seek style treat cake — plus cake-themed toys, so if the goal is marking a dog's birthday rather than baking specifically, there is a genuine option here worth knowing about.
What we actually have for a dog's birthday
Our range includes a ready-made dog treat cake designed to be given as-is, built to be safe for dogs rather than adapted from a human recipe, along with squeaky birthday-themed toys shaped like cake slices and other party items. None of it needs an oven, which for most owners is the practical win over a mix that has to be baked first.
If what you actually want is a mix you bake yourself, we're being upfront that it isn't part of what we carry here, rather than stretching the description of something else to fit.
Choosing between a treat cake and a toy
A treat-based option gives a dog something to actually eat and enjoy on the day itself, in a single sitting rather than as a regular part of their diet — treat it the same way you would any other rich extra and do not make it a habit. A cake-themed toy, by contrast, is a lasting item rather than a one-off treat, which some owners prefer for a dog prone to a sensitive stomach.
Either works well alongside a normal meal rather than instead of one, and combining a small treat with a new toy is a common way owners mark the day without overdoing the food side of it.
What to check before giving any dog a treat cake
Even a treat made specifically for dogs is still a rich, calorie-dense item compared with a normal meal, so it is worth checking your dog's weight and any dietary restrictions before offering one, particularly for a smaller breed or a dog managing their weight. A treat cake is meant as an occasional, one-off item rather than something to repeat regularly.
If your dog has a known food sensitivity, check the ingredients on whatever treat you choose rather than assuming a product marketed for birthdays is automatically suitable for every dog, the same way you would with any new treat.
The gifts themselves
Everything below is in stock with us, priced with delivery worked out, and packed and posted by hand in the UK.
Interactive Activity Ball Dog Toy with Cover
A bouncy activity ball in a tough zip-on cover that keeps dogs chasing, nudging and herding for hours.
From£23.99
Self-Moving Chew-Resistant Dog Ball
A USB-C rechargeable ball that moves on its own to keep dogs busy and active. Tough E-TPU construction stands up to chewing during supervised play, and the splash-resistant build suits indoor or outdoor use.
£15.99
Inflatable Herding Ball for Dogs with Pump
A large inflatable herding ball with pump that taps into your dog's chase instinct.
From£19.99
Remote-Controlled Jumping Ball Dog Toy
A self-rolling, light-up ball that jumps and rolls to keep dogs entertained. A paw-shaped remote sets three activity gears, so both small and large dogs can chase and play. Rechargeable and tough against chewing.
From£19.99
Inflatable Herding Ball for Dogs
A large inflatable ball too big for a dog to pick up, with a bite-resistant double-layer shell that slow-deflates if punctured, for high-drive chasing and nudging.
£23.99
Inflatable Herding Ball with Handles for Dogs
A large, tough inflatable herding ball that taps into your dog's natural chase-and-nudge instinct. Reinforced bite-resistant fabric and grab handles make it great for active outdoor play with medium and large breeds.
£29.99
Chicken-Wrapped Milk Stick Dog Treats
Chewy dog treats of soft milk sticks wrapped in real chicken for tasty, protein-rich rewarding.
From£12.99
Durables Toy Crocodile
The crocodile from Red Dingo's Durables line: solid hardware, hard-wearing materials and a five-year manufacturer guarantee, which is rare enough to be the reason to buy.
£20.49
Tuffy Junior Zoo Hippo
A junior-sized Tuffy hippo built in bonded layers with webbed, multi-row stitched seams, light enough for smaller dogs and puppies, that floats and is machine washable.
£18.99
Dried Catnip & Cat Grass Leaf Treats
A tub of dried catnip and cat grass leaves to sprinkle over toys, scratchers and bedding.
From£8.99
No-Stuffing Crinkle Plush Dog Toy
A cuddly stuffing-free plush lion with built-in crinkle and dual squeakers to keep small and medium dogs entertained. Less mess if chewed open, and the soft body is machine washable for easy cleaning.
£10.99
Tuffy No Stuff Ultimate Ring Red Paw
Meet the Tuffy No Stuff Ultimate Ring Red Paw — one of the toughest dog toys we stock. Tuffy build their toys in multiple bonded layers with several rows of stitching and protective webbing on the seams, so they stand up to serious chewers far better than an ordinary plush. They float, and they’re machine washable (air dry).
£13.99
Common questions
- Do you sell a cake mix I can bake for my dog?
- No, a bake-it-yourself mix isn't part of the range here. What we carry instead is a ready-made dog treat cake and cake-themed toys, which cover the same idea of marking a dog's birthday without needing an oven.
- Is it safe to give a dog cake made for people?
- No, a cake made for people is not safe for dogs. Standard sugar, chocolate, and some sweeteners used in human baking, particularly xylitol, are genuinely dangerous, so a treat made specifically for dogs is the safer route rather than adapting a human recipe.
- How much dog treat cake can I give in one go?
- Treat it as a single special-occasion item rather than a regular food. A rich treat like this is fine as an occasional one-off, but it should not replace a proper meal or become a frequent addition, especially for a smaller dog.
- What else can I do for my dog's birthday besides food?
- A new toy, an extra-long walk somewhere they enjoy, or a bit of extra one-on-one attention all go a long way for most dogs, who generally care more about the occasion than the specifics of what is on the plate.
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Written by Matt Garnett, who runs Giddy Pets and is a lifelong pet owner — not a vet. This is general information, not veterinary advice, and it cannot replace an examination by the vet who knows your animal. How we write these guides.