Selected pet gifts being offered by retailers for the holidays:

¢ Luminescent safety leash, with electroluminescent safety light running the entire six-foot length. $39.95, www.thesharperimage.com.

¢ Four-step pet steps, $250, www.inthecompanyofdogs.com.

¢ Ionic pet brush. Electronically generates positive ions, providing odor-neutralizing ozone. $39.95, www.thesharperimage.com.

¢ Temperature-controlled pet carrier. $399, www.komfortpets.com.

¢ Bone-shaped basket containing doggie spa products also designed to repel bugs and fleas: shampoo, conditioner, paw balm, spritz and soap, plus a yellow rubber ducky. $42, available at participating Three Dog Bakery locations nationwide (price may vary per location), www.threedog.com.

¢ Pet Murphy bed, a furniture-quality foldaway dog bed. $279.95, www.midnightpass. com.