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Your pet would most definitely tell you how much they love these budget-friendly products...if they could actually talk.
Promising review: "These dog bowls are amazing! I got three different shapes so I could switch them out to keep eating a challenge which is good mental stimulation for dogs. This completely solved the eating-too-fast problem. Both dogs adapted easily to using them. These were well worth the money. These bowls do make them drool more when eating but I just throw them in the dishwasher regularly and that takes care of the cleaning." –Rachel
Get it from Amazon for $8.95+ (available in four designs)
Promising review: "We have a 75-pound pit bull who isn't the WORST puller ever, but when he does pull, he's pretty strong. The reviews on the Rabbitgoo harness were great, so I decided to give it a try. I measured Beau's chest and purchased the size large based on his 28-inch chest size. It is a perfect fit for him. It'll take some adjusting on my part to get a more snug fit, but the measurements were spot on. Once adjusted, it goes on somewhat easily over his head and then the hooks are connected. Voilà." —My2Cents
Get it from Amazon for $17.98+ (available in sizes S–XL and 12 colors).
The hair collects in a chamber, and when it's full, just open the chamber over a trash can to dump out all the clumped-up hair. And then you can reuse it over and over again!
Promising review: "Where has this been all my cat-loving life? Sticky rollers work fine for clothes but this is the only product that has ever COMPLETELY removed all the cat hair from my bed. I have a long-haired 20-pound tabby and if you run your hands up his back a few times and fling the hair everywhere, it looks like it's snowing — he never stops shedding no matter what I do. After using the ChomChom, I can put on a black dress and roll around on my bed and not get a single hair on me. It's absolutely amazing. Everyone is getting one for Christmas, even if they don't have a pet. I don't care; it's THAT good." —Dahlia
Get it from Amazon for $24.95.
Check out our full review of the Chom Chom pet hair remover for more.
Promising review: "I have a 4-month-old husky pup (Sasha) who just started shedding. These grooming gloves are the perfect solution! My puppy would sit and let you scratch her all day if you had the time! I can sit and wipe her down and 'scratch/pet' her with the gloves on and she can't get enough of it! It is a win-win scenario. The gloves are super easy to clean, too. I initially made the mistake of trying to pull all of the hair off, which doesn't work well since it is obviously meant to hold on to the hair. Instead, rub the gloves together like you are trying to warm your hands and the hair will quickly ball up and fall off into the trash can!" –IT Guy
Get it from Amazon for $13.99+ (available in three colors).
Promising review: "I absolutely love these...I used to only like using Mutt Mitt (which are great...very expensive). I can’t stand seeing dog waste anywhere my dog and I go whether it’s in the residential neighborhood or local park we love to play at...so I pick up every pile I see...ranging from 5 to 25 per time I take my dog out. Anyways these poop bags are absolutely perfect because I don’t feel like I need to double up like I have done with thin and flimsy-feeling bags. I’d 100% recommend these doggy waste bags to anyone who is considering them! The perforated part where you tear the bags from one another is easy to tear! I've never had a struggle or a bag rip." —cierra
Get it from Amazon for $6.95+ (available in a pack of 120 or 270 bags, as well as lavender scented or unscented) or Subscribe & Save for $6.64/month.
You will also be entertained as you watch them chase and paw at the brightly colored balls!
Promising review: "This toy is so cute and easy to put together. My kitten loves it. I needed to get something to keep her busy while I do school work and this definitely does that. I also wanted a toy that helps her learn. Being that she is a kitten she needs new toys and stimulation often to help with brain development. This toy is perfect for all of that." —Natalie
Get it from Amazon for $9.59+ (available in five colors).
Promising review: "These are so perfect! I have a small dog who has allergies and has to take half of a Benadryl twice daily. The treats easily accommodate the size of pill she has to take, and I can easily see a capsule fitting in there as well. My dog loves the flavor. They are very soft which makes it easier on the little one as she is older and missing some teeth. This is the second bag of these I've purchased and I will continue to buy them. It makes it much easier to get her medicine into her system. Sixty treats last her a month, so I find them very affordable. It certainly makes my life easier!" —Regina
Get it from Amazon for $7.98+ (available in two sizes) or Subscribe & Save for $7.58/month.
Promising review: "My cat and I are both obsessed. The bird is even cuter in person. The string is soft and thick. It clearly will not easily break or fray, which is important for me because, for whatever reason, when it comes to wands, my cat is just as interested in the string as whatever is on the end of it. The bird is a great size (perfect for snagging but not too bulky), and the ribbons on the end are clearly quality. This has quickly become one of her favorite toys! Can't recommend enough!" —peaches
Get it from Chewy for $2.44+ (available in blue or purple).
Ava's Pet Place is a Black-owned, woman-owned small business founded by Ava, who begged her parents to let her start a business when she was just 6 years old. Today, Ava (who's now 14) and her mom process hundreds of orders a month of their pet treats made from organic and all-natural ingredients.
Promising review: "I love that these are handmade and love supporting a small business! My Great Pyrenees loved his cheese treats! He loves cheese and could smell the cheesy goodness as soon as I opened the bag! Thank you!" —Jennifer S
Get it from Ava's Pet Palace for $6.
Promising review: "Perfect in every way. Took five minutes to put together. We were looking for a bed that was similar to what we trained 'go to bed' with in obedience class. This is so light we can flip it upside, put it in the car, and take it with us anywhere. I can move it from room to room for 'lay-stay' practice. The bed part is very thick and durable. Our pup really likes it. For reference, we got the medium and we have a 25-pound Jack Russell/Australian shepherd mix." —Penderwall
Get it from Amazon for $22.99+ (available in sizes S–XL and two colors).
Promising review: "My cat rubs his face and cheek on every wall corner in the house leaving dirty spots. I bought this and he is obsessed! Every day he grooms his face and is so happy rubbing against the groomer. Best $5 ever!" —Missmoo007
Get it from Petco for $4.99.
Promising review: "I don’t usually bother to review but this was so much nicer than I expected! Larger, well made, WOW! I hate to admit senility. I love my dog. Imagine forgetting if I fed her or not? I don’t want her overfed or overweight. This is the best thing! I stuck it to the top of her food storage. Now no question. A++++ Seriously such better quality and size than I expected!!!" —Suzy
Get it from Amazon for $9.95 (also available in a cat version).
Promising review: "I have two Savannah kitties and neither of them would drink out of a bowl of water. When I saw this, I decided to give it a shot. This one is absolutely perfect!!! The flower attachment is the perfect amount of water for them to both drink from and it's silent unless it needs more water or the filter needs to be changed. (Which is a welcome reminder!!) I've had it over a month and it's never had that coating of slime the others I've used had. The first time I changed the filter I was amazed at what it looked like which tells me it really does what it's supposed to. If you're on the fence about this one, don't be! If my babies will drink from it chances are yours will too! I highly, highly recommend this fountain!!" —Shopaholic1321
Get it from Amazon for $26.99 (available in two colors).
Promising review: "I've owned my budgies for a little over two years and they have never seen them show ANY interest in bathing and I always thought that was so weird. I’d offer different ways, but nothing worked. I got this bird bath and hooked it into their cage and they used it within five minutes of it being there. I was floored! It's the perfect size for them and I am very pleased with my purchase. Highly recommend!" —Sara
Get it from Chewy for $9.97.
It's certified safe for humans, pets, and any carpet or rug you use it on.
Promising review: "Worth every penny! We just had to move my mom and her two little dogs into our new home due to her health issues. I knew her two dogs would be urinating on our new carpet in her bedroom. I bought a black light to check and sure enough I found several spots. After researching and reading tons of reviews I purchased this product. So happy I did!! If you follow the instructions, it works perfect!! Spots even pass the black-light test after cleaning!!!" —lora jauregui
Get it from Amazon for $19.94 or Subscribe & Save for $18.94/two months.
Promising review: "These were perfect for camping. Compacted down flat for travel, popped open easy for food and water, then washes so easy. Great rubber material. I have them for my Boston terrier when we go camping. I’m also going to keep one in my glove compartment for any road trips etc." —CassVee
Get a set of two from Amazon for $6.99+ (available in two sizes and four color sets).
MeowyJanes is a wonderfully named small business based in New Egypt, New Jersey. It specializes in catnip and catnip alternatives.
Promising review: "I have two young Siamese mix cats that chew wires, shoes, wooden spoons. These chew sticks are perfect for them. They sniff the sticks, rub on them, and then start chewing. My two cats that are over 10 years old just rub on them but don't enjoy chewing them. If you have a very active cat that does destructive chewing, these are a great substitute." —JEM4612
Get them from Amazon for $9.97.
Promising review: "This is perfect for my puppy! Durable and never leaves me worried that he will tear it apart. Great for smearing peanut butter on the inside to keep him occupied when I leave the house. No sharp edges like bones have, which leave you with a lovely limp when you step on it. Highly recommend for all dog of all ages. Great for training and occupying your pup." –Kristopher
Get it from Amazon for $7.99+ (available in four sizes).
Promising review: "Our 8-year-old Labrador absolutely loves this toy! I am about to purchase our third one. It has withstood tons of fetches, but it is definitely time to retire one of them. Highly recommend this toy for any dog who loves to catch things! On the lawn, at the beach, in the water — it’s perfect everywhere! The smile on his face should tell you everything you need to know!" —Dawn
Get it from Chewy for $5.22+ (available in small and medium).
Promising review: "I have four dogs in NYC. I have to wash their feet after every walk because the streets are so filthy. It would take me about 10 to 15 minutes to clean their paws with a spray bottle and towel. Now, it takes about five minutes. And the towel doesn’t end up filthy. The dirt gets caught in the cup. Plus the dogs seem to like it. The silicone bristles must feel good. A huge thumbs-up!" —Sandra
Get it from Amazon for $10.50+ (available in three sizes and six colors).
Promising review: "This is one of my dog's favorite toys. He will just sit with it and chew on it, or even run around with it in his mouth. It holds up nicely. My dog is a pretty normal chewer however, but the bone is so sturdy I'm sure it would last for a heavy chewer for some good time. Given the dog doesn't break off pieces of it of course." —Madi
Get it from Amazon for $2.99+ (available in four flavors and four sizes).
This is especially helpful for owners of double-coated dogs who deal with "coat blowing" aka when a dog sheds their old hair to make room for new hair when the seasons change. With this, you can control the shedding process a bit more so you don't find clumps of hair all over your house!
Promising review: "Amazing quality and really works. My German shepherd is shedding like crazy this fall and I had been searching for a good-quality brush that actually works. This is the holy grail!!! To avoid hurting their skin you cannot brush with a lot of force but all brushes this style are that way. It takes off SO much hair with its double-sided comb. This is the first brush my dog actually gets excited for me to use. Can’t recommend this enough!!" —laura r.
Get it from Amazon for $14.69+ (available in two sizes).
A few reviewers mentioned that they actually freeze the peanut butter on this to make it last longer. You can also use this outside of bathtime as a fun treat that also helps them slow down and be calm.
Promising review: "I used this to calm my hyper-neurotic schnauzer during grooming. Poor little guy was abused by a groomer when he was young, and has been VERY difficult to groom ever since. I’ve long been on the lookout for anything that will help calm him. Can’t take him to a groomer anymore, because he gets so stressed out. Grooming can take hours because he is so nervous. This tool was amazing. I was able to use the electric trimmer to do his belly, back, and hindquarters quickly with no drama! Going to try it with my other schnauzer during his bath. My advice is to use just a little peanut butter or wet dog food at a time. Very thin layer. That way the dog really has to work for it and doesn’t fill up and get bored. This is the best grooming aid ever! It’s a wonderful, wonderful thing!" —Jeannie
Get it from Amazon for $10.95.
The wide design of the bowl will also help prevent whisker fatigue, which is when their whiskers get irritated from being touched or stimulated too much.
Promising review: "I have always had a problem with my one cat vomiting undigested food. My vet told me she was probably eating too fast. I stumbled upon an ad on Facebook stating the bowl position was the reason for cats vomiting; bowls resting on the floor put their neck at an odd angle and can cause acid reflux. I’ve used them for about two weeks and my cat has not vomited once! It was almost a daily occurrence prior to purchasing these! I did have to rest their old bowls inside these to get them to eat. But after a few days I could put the food directly into these bowls and they did not complain." —kindlefire09-8
Get it from Amazon for $22.99.
This bar is made out of 100% natural ingredients. To use, massage on paws or nose as often as needed.
Pardo Naturals is a Black-owned, woman-owned small business based in Covington, Georgia, that specializes in products designed for people (and animals!) with issues related to sensitive skin.
Get it from Pardo Naturals for $10.
Promising review: "We have a 1-year-old English bulldog and he chews on everything! I tried the bully sticks and he ate right through them like they were potato chips. I also gave him Yak chews, which are also pretty good, but these Benebone toys not only last for months and months but the fact that we bought him the bacon and chicken flavors give him something to choose between when he is bored with the first one. He will gnaw/chew on these bones for hours and hours at a time and it keeps him occupied. He gets so into these bones that he is in his own little world as we watch and hear him going to town on them. He has not chewed on shoes, chairs, base molding, or anything else for that matter. Finally!!! We found the ultimate bone to stop his need to chew (on other things) and he really enjoys them!" —jimmymac
Get it from Amazon for $8.99+ (available in five sizes and three flavors).
Promising review: "OK, so it might be a bit much to say that I’m ‘obsessed’ with dog wipes, right? Wrong, they are just that good. I’ve tried so many dog wipes but none compare to these. The wipes are extra damp (and stay that way even after opening) which means one wipe goes a long way. They also smell great, have a thick feel, and are hypoallergenic. I have a dog who has sensitive skin and we use these wipes after walks to get rid of allergies. Game changer. Try them out. You won’t be disappointed!" —I Only Shop Online
Get it from Amazon for $8.60+ (available in 100- or 400-count and lavender or unscented)
To apply, use two fingers or a cloth to apply a generous amount of Wrinkle Balm into skin fold creases one to three times per day.
Promising review: "This stuff is da bomb! I have a 12-year-old pug who gets really nasty face wrinkles that stink and need to be cleaned daily. I have tried literally everything possible to help her and get on top of this problem. I ordered this little sample on a whim, trying to fill my order to get free shipping. So glad I did! Finally something that actually works, and after just the first day! No more gunk and stink and her wrinkle skin is not raw or itching her either. She still is not fond of me applying it, but that is probably a conditioned response to all the traumatic wiping done in the past unfortunately." –mdm
Get it from Amazon for $5.95+ (available in two sizes).
The toy balls interlock so you can attach them for bigger dogs and to keep playtime fresh.
Up Dog Toys is a family-founded small business that creates design-driven, functional pet products.
Get it from Up Dog Toys for $22.95 (available in two colors).
This is basically like dry shampoo, but for your pet! It absorbs all the excess oil and sweat that can cause odor on their skin.
Promising review: "I love this stuff! I have a rabbit that doesn't like to sit still for too long, so I can't give her a bath. After just a spray or two of this she smells so fresh and clean!" —Amber Brown
Get it from Amazon for $2.91.
Promising review: "My pit bull is all black and we walk 2 miles after I get home from work. Even though I carry a flashlight, we have spooked many people on our evening walks. I thought this was the perfect solution. This collar is fantastic! It's bright enough for people to see her from a distance but not too bright that she is bothered by it. It has three settings, although I only use the solid light setting. I use a harness as well so I don't have to attach the leash to the collar. I also love that it's rechargeable and I don't have to mess with battery replacements. I would definitely recommend & already have recommended this product to many other dog owners. Love it!" —Kristine Livingston
Get it from Amazon for $17.99+ (available in sizes 2XS–XL and seven colors).
Dognmat is a small business that makes the cutest snuffle mats and pooch accessories.
Promising review: "My lil' dog absolutely LOVES her snuffle mat. She was flipping, shaking, forging, pawing it to get every treat. I had to help her get to some of the treats in some hiding places because I put the treats too deep in some places she couldn't get her nose to get it. I'll be ordering another one because another dog I take care of LOVES it too! Exceptional quality, vibrant colors, fun and mentally stimulating for my dog. Excellent customer service. Thank you so much!" —chris Gray
Get it from Dognmat on Etsy for $27.50+ (available with or without personalization).
Promising review: "Boy howdy can you launch a ball with this thing!!! We have a 6-month-old black Lab puppy and he absolutely loves chasing tennis balls! Thankfully he brings it right back to us so we don't have to chase him down in order to throw another one. Getting my dog his daily exercise has never been easier! It is so nice that the regular-size tennis balls work with this and they don't require their own special-size ball." —Blue Eyes
Get it from Amazon for $4.36+ (available in five styles).
Promising review: "My Chihuahua absolutely loves this. We fill it with squirrels and he pulls them out and safeguards his riches but he loves to play the game over and over (I may need to get one that fits more squirrels!!). He is a toy lover so I wasn't sure how he would do on this but playing hide-and-seek as well as playing with me to get the squirrels back in is actually fun and he loves it. These are perfect for those pups who just need to be doing something all the time." —Rachael
Get it from Amazon for $9.60+ (available in four sizes).
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