8 best gifts for vets
Our selection of unique gifts for vets: vet gifts such as a stethoscope, a head torch and a multi-tool. See our range of gifts perfect for the person in your life who loves caring for animals.
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The Littmann Classic III is widely used in veterinary practice, with a two-sided chest piece for different sized animals. It's built to last for years.
A rechargeable head torch with white and red light for night calls and dark barns. It keeps both hands free.
The ARC is one of Leatherman's premium full-size multi-tools, with pliers, a blade and a set of everyday tools in one solid piece of kit. Leatherman tools are built to last, so it's a gift they'll keep for years.
Warm, waterproof commercial-grade wellies for farm visits and muddy yards. Check their shoe size before buying.
James Herriot's much-loved memoir of life as a young vet in the Yorkshire Dales. Most vets have read it, and it's a lovely book to give or re-read.
A hand-painted baby elephant figure from Schleich's Wild Life range. It suits a child who loves animals.
A larger hand-painted male African elephant figure from Schleich's Wild Life range.
A hand-painted giraffe calf figure from Schleich's Wild Life range, small enough for a stocking.
Vets work in surgeries, farms and stables, often in the cold and dark. The best gifts for vets are tough, practical things that help on calls, from a good stethoscope to a head torch. James Herriot's stories are a good gift for any vet.
We picked each product for what vets enjoy and because it makes sense as a present. The order is our own choice. The pros and cons come from published product details, not customer reviews.
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Some of these gifts are also on our gifts for the man who has everything and Christmas gifts lists.
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Gifts for 5 year olds, from a LEGO City fire ladder truck and fire rescue boat to an Orchard Toys game and Schleich Triceratops and Velociraptor figures.
Gifts for Harry Potter fans, from LEGO Hogwarts and a replica wand to the Marauder's Map and illustrated books.
Gifts for horror fans, from Funko Pop Ghostface, Michael Myers and Pennywise figures to a LEGO Haunted Mansion set and a horror trivia game.