From funny garden flags to board games, there are so many great squirrel gift ideas to purchase for your squirrel-loving friends. Find them all and more below.
If you’re doing more shopping, check out all of our gift guides for ideas.
A few years ago, when I was on vacation in Orlando, my friend Mallory sent me a message: Today Is National Squirrel Appreciation Day!
Oh, is it?
I mean, there’s a day for everything.
And, if you’re excited over that national day (it’s January 21, by the way), you’ll be excited about this list filled with really cute and unique squirrel gift ideas.
This is just one of our posts to help you shop for the perfect gift. Be sure to check out Drugstore Divas’ Holiday Gift Guide for all of our shopping guides.
Squirrel Gift Ideas
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Squirrel Feeder
If you love watching squirrels, and you don’t have any woodworking skills, purchase a squirrel feeder. Add a little seed or feed to it and the squirrels can come have a picnic in your yard.
If you have the skills and tools, you can build your own picnic bench-shaped squirrel feeder. My friend Mallory’s husband built one for her and she loves watching the squirrels eat off of it.
She has sent me pictures of it (and that’s the main photo for this post). But, of course, buying one is much easier.
Handmade Straw Squirrel
If your friend has plants, a handmade straw squirrel — handmade by someone else, don’t worry — is perfect. It sits so nicely, watching over your plants and anyone who admires them.
I saw this one in a hotel years ago and my mom and I instantly fell in love with him, so I know your friends will too.
Welcome To The Nuthouse Garden Flag
If your squirrel-loving friends have a sense of humor, get them a welcome to the nuthouse garden flag. It’s so funny.
One of our neighbors has this one, and I laugh every time I walk by it because, well, if you know them, you would know how accurate this sign is. Just kidding. Kind of.
But honestly, this is a lot of fun and your friends will not only laugh at the words, but they’ll appreciate the cute squirrels on it as well.
Squirrel Statue
You don’t ever wanna bring a live squirrel inside your home. You’ve seen that scene from Christmas vacation. You know how that goes.
But, squirrel statues are different. So, if your friend has an affinity for squirrels, a squirrel statue or figurine is perfect.
You can find a ton of different poses online, so choose the one that fits your friend’s personality best.
Who Took My Nuts? Board Game
We love playing board games. It’s such a really fun way to hang out in a group.
So, if you have a squirrel lover in your group, pick up the Who Took My Nuts game. It’s really easy for everyone, so you can get kids playing too. It involves a little bit of bluffing, which makes it fun for the older kids too.
Squirrel Dash Game
If you’ve seen the viral videos by the man who makes squirrel obstacle courses in his backyard, you know exactly what the Squirrel Dash game is based on. And if you haven’t, go check out Mark Rober’s YouTube channel. It’s fascinating.
This board game is a play on his content. Of course, there aren’t any actual squirrels involved in this game, but it’s still fun. It just might not make you go viral on the internet.
Squirrel Christmas Ornament
Squirrels love trees. I spend so much time watching squirrels climb the trees in our backyard when I’m sitting in my office.
So of course it makes sense to buy your friend a squirrel Christmas ornament to sit in their Christmas tree. There are so many different ones to choose from, but I like the ones that look just like a furry squirrel.
Squirrel Stuffed Animal
If your kid is a squirrel fan, but you don’t want them going outside and snuggling the squirrels in the backyard, a squirrel stuffed animal is a much better idea.
They’re so soft and squishy, making them perfect to hold and play with, and is shaped like a squirrel. So your kid is getting some squirrel love without an actual squirrel being involved.
Squirrel Cat Toy
Cats love chasing small animals in the backyard — and that includes squirrels. But, if you have an indoor cat, they’re missing out on that instinct.
So, get them a squirrel cat toy. It has a squirrel they can chase, which is great for their play, but that squirrel will not end up RIP on your doorstep, which is great for you.
Squirrel Pets Alive
Squirrels are so popular that Pets Alive actually has an entire squirrel line out. The ball itself looks like an acorn, which is really fun. You open it and there is a squirrel toy inside.
What I actually like about these is the ball itself is clear, so, unlike traditional blind bags, you actually know which variant you’re purchasing. That way, you’re not getting multiples of the same character like you can potentially get in blind bags.
Purchase Squirrel Gifts Online:
These aren’t all the squirrel products that are online, just our favorites.
For more squirrel merchandise, check out the stores below:
- Amazon – Amazon has a huge selection of squirrel items.
- Etsy – For something personalized or handmade, Etsy is the way to go.
- Target – Target has a smaller variety of items, but you can order online and pick up in store.
- Walmart – Walmart has a shockingly larger selection of items than I thought it would.
Be aware of a store’s minimum cart total to qualify for free shipping. Also, choose in-store or curbside pickup when available to avoid shipping charges.
More Animal Gift Ideas:
Squirrels aren’t the only animal gift list we have at Drugstore Divas, if you can believe it.
If you’re shopping for gifts for dog lovers or gifts for cat lovers, check out those lists too.
Which of these Squirrel Gifts is your favorite? Be sure to let us know in the comments.