These are the gifts you'll want to get every animal lover you know

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Welcome to woman&home’s online shopping guides, where we reveal where to buy the most popular and top-rated products. This guide is about where to shop for the best gifts for animal lovers, but you may also be interested in our edits of the best gardening books,what kind of dog parent are you? and Zara's Jo Malone candles.

Whether you're a dog or a cat person, a flamingo fan or a leopard lover – we've found the best gifts for animal lovers you're guaranteed to want to keep for yourself.

Now is a good a time as any to treat our loved ones (or ourselves) to a little gift. If you're shopping for someone else then we have found the fail-safe buys, and they all have one thing in common: animals.

Most of us are animal lovers in some way, so it's no surprise animal print motifs are popping up all over the high street. On everything from classic Breton T-shirts at Joules, to lamps at John Lewis & Partners and phone cases at Cath Kidston – the animal kingdom is reigning supreme right now. From fashion to homeware, we've rounded up the 10 best animal print pieces you'll love as much as we do. Be prepared for a cuteness overload in 3, 2, 1...

Best gifts for animal lovers

Paisley elephant cushion £8, Matalan

Paisley elephant cushion £8, Matalan

This pretty pink cushion looks more expensive than its £8 price tag. It also has paisley print on the back so it's basically a two-for-one buy.

Dogs table lamp, £35, House by John Lewis & Partners

Dogs table lamp, £35, House by John Lewis & Partners

Light up the room in style with this chic table lamp. The dog lovers dream!

Dog mugs, £6 each, marks and Spencer

Dog mugs, £6 each, marks and Spencer

Pop the kettle on and enjoy your brew in one of these cute dog mugs. From Dalmatian to French Bulldog – you'll want to get the whole set.

Wildside leopard print water bottle, £16.99, Graphic Gear

Wildside leopard print water bottle, £16.99, Graphic Gear

Forget plastic bottles, it's all about the more sustainable reusable options. This leopard style is a win-win.

Harbour print long sleeve jersey top, £29.95

Harbour print long sleeve jersey top, £29.95

Update the classic Breton top with this dog design from Joules. Team with your favourite pair of jeans and trainers and you'll be ready for an autumn stroll.

Small ceramic flamingo head vase, £16.99

Small ceramic flamingo head vase, £16.99

How amazing is this vase? Your blooms will look amazing poking out of the top of this flamingo style. Pre-order now to get it in time for Christmas.

cath Kidston

cath Kidston

Give your phone a fun overhaul with this kitsch fish case. You'll never misplace your phone again with this statement style.

Bee beaded blue jewellery trinket pot, £16.50, Oliver Bonas

Bee beaded blue jewellery trinket pot, £16.50, Oliver Bonas

The perfect gift for a friend (or for yourself) this beaded beauty will keep jewellery safe in style.

Owl shaped ginger and lime soap, £8.50

Owl shaped ginger and lime soap, £8.50

This little owl soap bar is so adorable it's almost too good to use. We wouldn't blame you for wanting to keep it as a show piece in the bathroom.

Cat poster, from £14, Etsy

Cat poster, from £14, Etsy

For all the cat lovers out there, add to poster walls with this puurfect kitty print. It's available in 4 different sizes so there's a style to suit every space.

Harriet Davey

Harriet Davey is a freelance fashion editor, writing and styling for titles including Vogue, Stylist, Grazia, Who What Wear, and woman&home. With over 10 years of experience in the industry, Harriet has a love for shopping but also a newfound interest in trying to be more sustainable. With a love for Scandi brands and an eye for key designer pieces to mix in with high street hero buys, Harriet specialises in shopping stories and buying guides that’ll make you feel excited about updating your wardrobe.