Everyone who’s anyone nowadays has a Christmas jumper, and it seems we’re keen to make sure our beloved pets don’t miss out on the fun too.

While we would not recommend dressing your pet up in a permanent festive outfit, an accessory or two will help ensure your favourite family member also gets in the mood.

Once upon a time dog costumes had to be ordered from America and were limited to the occasional jumper or Halloween dracula cape.

The last few years has seen an explosion in the pampered pet market however, and there is seemingly no limit to what is on offer.

Pets at Home leads the way, but many high street outlets are hot on their heels, with shops ranging from budget outlets to department stores all offering their own take on the deluxe animal range.

Indulge in fancy knitwear with the pet retailer’s dog jumpers or beanie and scarf range to help your mutt rug up on a blustery day.

Festive felines are not left out, with Santa vests and bauble collars to liven up their attire.

Pets at Home is one of the few stores with a dedicated smaller animal range, offering a Father Christmas-themed bed for your hamster.

Elsewhere look out for the festive flashing belly buddy or Elf throw sticks from B&M Bargains, or treat your cat to a Santa’s Sleigh scratcher.

Supermarkets such as Sainsbury’s and Tesco are getting in on the action, offering dog and cat advent calendars or even a “decorate your own” dog biscuit.

Experts are always keen to remind pet owners of the dangers chocolate poses, particularly to dogs, so why not treat them to Raw Hide Christmas cracker dog treat from Poundstretcher, Wilko’s Pigs in Blankets snacks or Next’s huge variety of candy cane, mince pie and other festive-inspired morsels?

Christmas is not just about outrageous jumpers and eating too much though... the excitement of a gift underneath the tree or an overflowing stocking plays a key role in many morning routines.

Don’t leave out your beloved budgerigar or gorgeous guinea pig.

A whole range of shops is offering fun toys to help keep them entertained.

Pets at Home offers Pigs in Blanket dog toys, Marks & Spencer has a selection of festive items, and Argos offers luxury gift sets for cats and dogs.

For the ultimate Christmas afternoon however, check out Marks & Spencer’s animal photobooth box!

While there are obviously far more presents for dogs and cats than for other popular animals, think outside the box this festive season.

Bake up a magnificent meal for your mice or why not knit your chicken a sweater? The craze is particularly popular among owners of ex-battery or caged hens, who are keen to protect their feathered friends while they’re a little less feathery.