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This was one of my dog's Christmas presents, and he has loved it from the second we gave it to him. We didn't even have to show him how to hold the bolt with his paws for him to bite it — he started doing it all on his own about one minute in (as shown in the picture above!) Even though he has a history of destroying many a toy, this is holding up really well and only has a few small tooth marks, which is to be expected. I swear — he loves it so much, he almost always falls asleep with it under his paw now. Also: we haven't done it yet, but the company suggests putting peanut butter in the hollow center and freezing it for a super yummy treat that will keep them occupied for ages!
Get it from Wild One for $12+ (available in two sizes and four colors).
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 $2.68 (also available in purple).
Promising review: "She absolutely loves this and it makes playtime so much easier. I’m recommending one to all of our friends with active dogs whose arms get tired of throwing! This is a must; no more wet, soggy balls to pick up." —Kami Cowley
Get it from Amazon for $7.76+ (available in multiple lengths and sizes).
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 $8.99.
Promising review: "My 3-year-old male rescue kitty has gone through a lot of change and anxiety in his short life (which began as an abandoned kitten on the streets). I saw this online when searching for my fur babies’ Christmas gifts this year and thought 'Why not give it a shot?' Let me tell you just HOW MUCH he loves his new cuddle buddy! He sleeps with it for EVERY nap and evening slumber now, and even pets 'him/her' like it’s his own baby! I watch him fluff, gently stroke, and pull his new stuffie close to his chest before drifting off to sleep...and (not to be cheesy), it warms my heart to see how much it comforts him and how much he loves/cares for it. Sooo recommended for cats of all ages." —Jennifer
Get it from Amazon for $14.95.
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 $8.99+ (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).
My colleague AnaMaria bought this for her French bulldog Rockie and she (and him!) both love it! Here's what she had to say about this great toy: "It has not torn, ripped, there is no toy entrail fluff scattered throughout our living room...nada. It’s still perfectly intact and Rockie generally prefers this toy over any other one in his ever-changing arsenal. It’s also perfect for his medium frame but I can see it being equally as ideal for smaller dogs because it’s lightweight, despite being on the larger side." Check out her full review of the Multipet Duckworth duck toy here!
Promising review: "I have a super-hyper 2-year-old lab who loves it. This is the only toy he has that hasn’t been destroyed. It’s held up when plastic toys, ropes, balls, and all the other toys couldn’t! I’m amazed at that. He leaves it indoors to play with. I put it in his kennel so that he can play, and it keeps him company when he has to have a time out. Very well made and if he does manage to tear it up I will definitely buy another. It’s lasted six months so far and anyone who knows a rowdy dog knows that is remarkable." –Larry
Get it from Amazon for $7.13.
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 $12.99+ (available in four colors).
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 $8.09+ (available in four designs).
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 $13.21+ (available in three colors).
Modern Pets Living is a small business based in Laguna Niguel, California that creates pet products and is motivated by modern design.
Get it from Modern Pets Living on Etsy for $9.99 (available in four 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 $6.99+ (available in a pack of 120 or 270 bags, as well as lavender-scented or unscented).
Promising review: "As a newer cat parent (I adopted my two rescue kitties in November 2019), this accessory caught my eye. I have a full time office job, and wanted a cat toy that my girls could use and enjoy when I'm not around. To introduce the toy to my cats, I loaded it with catnip and placed it on the floor for them to inspect. After they lost interest, I mounted it to the coffee table leg using twine and sat back to watch. They weren't big fans at first, mostly sniffing it and pawing at it. After a few days I caught them using it as intended: brushing up against it with the sides of their faces in total bliss. My fluffy girl Emma would give it a passing snuggle then flop over and try to cuddle it. I would say it was a great success, and it gives my girls additional self-guided enrichment options. Worth the money if your cats will use it." —Ashley Wade
Get it from Amazon for $4.99.
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).
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 $8.53.
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 who 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 who are over 10 years old just rub on them but don't enjoy chewing them. If you have a very active cat who does destructive chewing, these are a great substitute." —JEM4612
Get them from Amazon for $9.97.
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 $7.97.
It also works as a great moisturizer after they've been outside, too.
Promising review: "Used it because my dog would hurt his pads trying to run on hot concrete/asphalt or even in just the grass. His pads would develop blisters fast. It's hard to keep him off of areas where he can get burned easy especially in Texas but this helps a lot. Pictures don't do justice. Also helps with dry, cracked noses!" —Sierra D.
Get it from Amazon for $14.99.
Promising review: "I rescued an older cat from the shelter and she has never been interested in toys. Not catnip mice, not kickers, not jingle balls, and only very rarely a laser pointer, which she's over within five minutes. This one had her engaged and actually playing like a kitten and every time I bring it out she perks up. I think it is mainly the fact that it bounces unpredictably and is above her head like a bird or a butterfly would be. When I fostered kittens, this was their favorite toy as well, and they would leave whatever they were doing to play with this toy. They'd even pull it out of the toy box and play with it by themselves, because there are little cardboard pieces on each end and enough spring that if one kitten played with one end, the other end would bounce all around for the other kitten to play with. This is a fun and enriching way to play with cats who might be tired of floor-level play. Highly recommend. Would not recommend letting them play unattended, as there are wire hooks on the end to hold the cardboard pieces." —LeftyLeBrandt
Get it from Amazon for $2.21.
Promising review: "This product came today and I was amazed at the quality of it. The felt liner made it comfortable for my pups to wear and the reflective stitching is very handy for late-night walks. The buckle latches on well. The colors ar very vibrant and stand out, even with my thick/long-haired dogs. This was way more worth the money than all the expensive collars I have purchased in the past. Will definitely be repurchasing when these wear out." —B3A5TAH
Get it from Amazon for $7.99+ (available in five sizes and 12 colors).
It also comes with a nail file you can insert into the trimmer, and the blue handles are ergonomically designed to keep your hands comfortable as you're grooming them.
Promising review: "I have had all kinds of nail clippers, I didn't like any of them. I bought this pair a few weeks and absolutely love them; apparently my dog does also. He sits perfectly still while I trimmed his nails, which he has never done! They are sharp and make a good clean cut without cutting the dog's nails to make them bleed. He is a 9-lb Maltese and a year old. I have a 12-year-old Maltapoo and knew I would have trouble cutting her nails, as the older she gets the grumpier she gets, sorta like all of us. She is quite a bit larger than the male. She weighs approximately 18 lbs. I sit her on my lap and she saw the clippers in my hand and got skittish. Anyway, after one nail trim, she did not flinch at all, she sat perfectly still until I clipped all her nails." —Just me
Get it from Amazon for $13.95.
Promising review: "My cat prefers cardboard scratchers to sisal and other materials, and she loves this shape for lounging. I like the length of it compared to similar scratchers I've purchased from other brands. The moon and stars print is cute and will work year-round. I will buy more Frisco scratchers once she demolishes this one!" —Lindsey
Get it from Chewy for $9.98.
Each jar comes with 100 alcohol-free disposable ear wipes with soothing aloe vera and eucalyptus. They're meant for daily use or just for quick clean-ups as needed.
Promising review: "We ordered these ear wipes to help clean our golden retriever's ears; these were so nice for her ears! I really think the aloe and eucalyptus was very soothing because she scratched her ear open and had some minor open cuts from an ear infection that she had. Not only do they smell fresh and soothing, but they really cleaned her ear very well and I could tell that she feels so much better after I clean them. This is definitely a great product and I recommend keeping this on hand to keep your dog's ears nice and clean." —Luis n Dee
Get 100 wipes from Amazon for $12.99.
Promising review: "What can I say? This is a can cover, it's definitely better and more sustainable than a tinfoil cover so it was a good investment. Buy this one if you need a good cover." —Chewy Reviewer
Get a set of two from Chewy for $7.01.
Promising review: "Love this handy little gadget! Great magnetic gadget that cleans the tank very well! It does take a couple of passes but our tank is sparkly clear now! I bought the smaller size and it works perfectly for our 150-gallon tank. I turned the job over to my teenage daughter and she pulled up a chair and went to work! She really looked like she was enjoying herself!" –Veronica Hatton
Get it from Amazon for $9.99.
Promising review: "If you are looking to save yourself time while cleaning up after your cats, these wipes may impress you. We have two litter boxes to clean and after I dump out the litter into black garbage bags, I use these wipes to clean the inside of the litter boxes. It takes three wipes per box to do the job. They are also the giant sized litter boxes so you may need less wipes for smaller ones. I noticed that they left no scent on the boxes and actually seemed to neutralize odor very well. Cats can be very sensitive to scents in their boxes so I'm glad these work as promised. Happy cats! Happy me! Less work for sure!" –The Rebecca Review
Get it from Amazon for $6.39.
Promising review: "I never thought I'd be leaving feedback on something like a litter scoop, but I really am happy with this purchase. I had purchased some OkoCat litter (the paper pellet, non-clumping kind) and I quickly discovered my standard kitty scoop was too small to properly let the pellets through. So, after trying unsuccessfully to find a larger scoop in town I tried this one. I have to agree, even seeing the measurements, it simply doesn't prepare you for the behemoth that is this scoop. I feel like I could fit a quarter of the entire litter pan into the bowl if it were solid. But, the wide circular holes are absolutely perfect for letting the large litter through while keeping the poop contained. Occasionally a really small turd might slip through, but I can usually just catch it and roll it against the side of the scoop for disposal." –CasualOtaku
Get it from Amazon for $4.99+ (available in three colors).
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." —NatalieGet it from Amazon for $12.99+ (available in four colors).
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