--- title: Holiday 2024 description: Discover the 2024 Holiday Companion, featuring member stories, research data, pet care tips, and extra treats for your furry, feathery, and scaly friends. image: https://companionpetmagazine.com/hubfs/9742G_CON_Header.jpg --- [![Nationwide Logo](https://companionpetmagazine.com/hubfs/Image%201@2x.png)](https://companionpetmagazine.com/?hsLang=en) ![The Companion Magazine Logo](https://companionpetmagazine.com/hubfs/commpasslogo.jpg) - [The Companion Magazine](https://companionpetmagazine.com) - [Previous Issues](https://companionpetmagazine.com/issues/previous) - Topics - [Member stories](https://companionpetmagazine.com/tag/member-stories) - [Research data](https://companionpetmagazine.com/tag/research-data) - [Pet care](https://companionpetmagazine.com/tag/pet-care) - [Extra treats](https://companionpetmagazine.com/tag/extra-treats) - [Promotions](https://companionpetmagazine.com/promotions) - [Member Perks](https://companionpetmagazine.com/member-perks) #### Holiday 2024 # 2024 holiday pet gift guide Explore our annual gift guide to find the perfect pet item for your pets. [Read More](https://companionpetmagazine.com/issues/holiday-2024/holiday-pet-gift-guide?hsLang=en) Topics: all - All - Member stories - Research data - Pet care - Extra treats [![](https://companionpetmagazine.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Dr%20Tincher.jpg?width=365&name=Dr%20Tincher.jpg)](https://companionpetmagazine.com/issues/holiday-2024/meet-our-veterinarians?hsLang=en) Member stories Holiday 2024 ## [Meet our veterinarians](https://companionpetmagazine.com/issues/holiday-2024/meet-our-veterinarians?hsLang=en) Meet Dr. Emily Tincher, chief veterinary officer at Nationwide®. [![](https://companionpetmagazine.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Holiday%20claims.jpg?width=365&name=Holiday%20claims.jpg)](https://companionpetmagazine.com/issues/holiday-2024/holiday-foods-to-avoid-sharing-with-pets?hsLang=en) Research data Holiday 2024 ## [Holiday foods to avoid sharing with pets](https://companionpetmagazine.com/issues/holiday-2024/holiday-foods-to-avoid-sharing-with-pets?hsLang=en) Festive treats can have not-so-festive outcomes for dogs and cats. [![](https://companionpetmagazine.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Doggone%20gifts.jpg?width=365&name=Doggone%20gifts.jpg)](https://companionpetmagazine.com/issues/holiday-2024/the-best-doggone-gifts-are-free?hsLang=en) Pet care Holiday 2024 ## [The best doggone gifts are free](https://companionpetmagazine.com/issues/holiday-2024/the-best-doggone-gifts-are-free?hsLang=en) Treating your dog doesn’t need to break the bank. [![](https://companionpetmagazine.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Pets%20and%20bows.jpg?width=365&name=Pets%20and%20bows.jpg)](https://companionpetmagazine.com/issues/holiday-2024/pets-and-bows?hsLang=en) Extra treats Holiday 2024 ## [Pets and bows: A festive holiday look](https://companionpetmagazine.com/issues/holiday-2024/pets-and-bows?hsLang=en) Dress up your pets by creating your own pet bows. [![](https://companionpetmagazine.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Your%20pets%20health%20team.jpg?width=365&name=Your%20pets%20health%20team.jpg)](https://companionpetmagazine.com/issues/holiday-2024/connecting-with-your-pets-healthcare-team?hsLang=en) Pet care Holiday 2024 ## [Connecting with your pet’s healthcare team](https://companionpetmagazine.com/issues/holiday-2024/connecting-with-your-pets-healthcare-team?hsLang=en) Tips for advocating for your pet’s health. [![](https://companionpetmagazine.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Travel%20with%20pet.jpg?width=365&name=Travel%20with%20pet.jpg)](https://companionpetmagazine.com/issues/holiday-2024/get-your-pet-ready-for-a-holiday-adventure?hsLang=en) Extra treats Holiday 2024 ## [Get your pet ready for a holiday adventure!](https://companionpetmagazine.com/issues/holiday-2024/get-your-pet-ready-for-a-holiday-adventure?hsLang=en) What to know before you travel with your pet. [![](https://companionpetmagazine.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Delicious%20or%20dangerous.jpg?width=365&name=Delicious%20or%20dangerous.jpg)](https://companionpetmagazine.com/issues/holiday-2024/delicious-or-dangerous?hsLang=en) Pet care Holiday 2024 ## [Delicious or dangerous?](https://companionpetmagazine.com/issues/holiday-2024/delicious-or-dangerous?hsLang=en) Holiday pet health advice from Nationwide VetHelpline®. [![](https://companionpetmagazine.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Adding%20a%20new%20pet.jpg?width=365&name=Adding%20a%20new%20pet.jpg)](https://companionpetmagazine.com/issues/holiday-2024/a-guide-for-new-pet-parents?hsLang=en) Research data Holiday 2024 ## [A guide for new pet parents](https://companionpetmagazine.com/issues/holiday-2024/a-guide-for-new-pet-parents?hsLang=en) Tips for a smooth transition with your newest family member. [![](https://companionpetmagazine.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Peanut%20butter%20pumpkin%20cookies.jpg?width=365&name=Peanut%20butter%20pumpkin%20cookies.jpg)](https://companionpetmagazine.com/issues/holiday-2024/our-favorite-diy-dog-treats?hsLang=en) Extra treats Holiday 2024 ## [Our favorite DIY dog treats](https://companionpetmagazine.com/issues/holiday-2024/our-favorite-diy-dog-treats?hsLang=en) Pups love these homemade peanut butter pumpkin dog biscuits. [![](https://companionpetmagazine.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Wiggleween.jpg?width=365&name=Wiggleween.jpg)](https://companionpetmagazine.com/issues/holiday-2024/wiggleweencontest-winners?hsLang=en) Extra treats Holiday 2024 ## [Meet our #WiggleweenContest winners](https://companionpetmagazine.com/issues/holiday-2024/wiggleweencontest-winners?hsLang=en) Congrats to these 5 spook-tacular #WiggleweenContest winners. Load More Articles ##### Friends & Family Program When you tell friends and family about Nationwide pet insurance, you'll collect SnootLoot that can be redeemed in our Treats Marketplace for pet (and human) goodies! [Start sharing](https://friendsandfamily.petinsurancerewards.com/) ##### Enjoy great deals and discounts with Nationwide Perks Nationwide Perks introduces you to great discounts, with savings for both you and your pets. Download our app and start saving today! 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