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Because your pets think you're simply living in their home rent free.
This small biz is located in Virginia Beach, Virginia and has natural soaps and skincare for the whole family!
Promising review: "This smells great and does a wonderful job on my dog's fur. I'd purchase this again." —Debbie Stengele
Get it from O My! Bath And Body on Etsy for $8.
Promising review: "We are using this as a guinea pig cage and it is working great! It was easy to assemble. It’s easy to use and our guinea pigs are so happy in it." —Mallory & William C.
Get it from Amazon for $128.12+ (available in three sizes).
Joy of Plants is a small business based in Longmont, Colorado. Their "living art pieces" will add a lush look to your home. Just search "pet friendly" for a curated list of all the plants you can get that'll be safe for Sparky!
This set includes a 4" Peperomia Silver Frost, 4" Peperomia Limelight Pixie, 4" Peperomia Rosso, and a 4" Peperomia Emerald Ripple.
Get them from Joy of Plants for $99.
Promising review: "This is no ordinary cat scratcher! It's sleek, well made, and takes up minimal space (which makes a big difference in our smaller home)! Our cat has been a complete terror lately, moving on from shredding our couch to literally tearing the paint off our walls. This seemed like the perfect fix, as it attaches to the wall. I rubbed some cat nip on it and set it down flat to get our cat used to it and then hung it on the wall a few hours later. So far so good, he seemed to take to it really quickly! This company just released this product, and I feel like my purchase really mattered. This has quality, style, and excellent customer service! I would 100% buy this product again and anything else they make!" —Bearash
Get it from Amazon for $38.99.
Promising review: "My partner and I recently got a 4-month-old Italian greyhound puppy and this has been great. We slept with the stuffed animal a few nights before picking up our puppy and placed it in his crate before he arrived. After playing with us and exploring his new home he walked into his crate and curled up against it and went right to sleep. He slept right through the first night with no issue. Today is week two and the batteries are still going strong. I plan on buying one for my sister who will be getting a puppy in the next few months. This is cute and functional." —Jeb
Get it from Amazon for $39.95 (available in five colors).
Laylo Pets is owned by Gabriela Baiter and based in my home, Brooklyn, NY! The shop was a finalist in the 2020 Etsy Design Awards. Just a quick peek at all the modern, orthopedic dogs beds they have will show you exactly why these are such a hit!
Promising review: "What a wonderful dog bed for my precious girl. It came quickly and was packed so nicely. Great quality and design. I have it set up in the perfect spot by the balcony where my girl likes to sunbathe. Thank you!" —Maria Katayama
Get it from Laylo Pets on Etsy for $63.75+ (available in four sizes and three styles).
Promising review: "We bought this for our 7-month-old labradoodle and he absolutely loves it. He is a big fan of tug of war so this toy is great to just leave on the ground and let him have at it. It certainly helps distract and burn his puppy energy. You can hide treats in it as well which was a bonus. This also comes with two sticky pads for extra suction. I give 5 stars all around!!" —P. Bom
Get it from Amazon for $18.99.
Promising review: "I always thought my cat was just naturally skittish, but since using this she has started to play and come out of hiding! She has really come out of her shell and seems happy and relaxed!" —Shelley F.
Get it on sale from ScientiaPet for $39.99 (originally $44.99).
This has a non-skid bottom, so your cats can be as aggressive as they want without it slipping under them. It's also a great option for multi-cat households.
Promising review: "Straight out of the box, all five of my cats took to it, RIGHT AWAY! If only I was the genius who would have thought of this product, but I'm ecstatic nonetheless. I have a very timid cat who gets pushed out of everything, as you can see in the group picture (above, left); but later, she got to investigate and played for a good half hour! I can't get her to play with anything alone, so this was huge after seven whole years. I always have to instigate play with her, until this came into our lives today! I am so completely pleased. When she attacks the holes and hears the hook and loop pull, she freaks out and runs circles around it for her next attack. You won't be let down. This is the best entertainment ever, especially for the cat lady and cat dad involved. We hurt from laughing. JUST BUY IT!" —Katie
Get it from Amazon for $43.50.
This comes with microgreen seeds, Beta Bowl Plus, beta food, and a grow medium.
Promising review: "I have had this tank for over a year and I still love it. It's super low maintenance. I have had a goldfish in the tank before and now a betta; both have been very happy in the tank. I have not had any issues with algae or plants not growing etc. Everything worked smoothly." —Raquel
Get it from Amazon for $83.30.
Promising review: "I was a little skeptical when I first saw the product because I was very unsure if it would be sturdy enough to actually hold onto the window when/if my cat lounged in it. But my cat absolutely loves this window seat. The best part is that it is completely sturdy and all worries of it not holding on the window have been replaced with compete happiness with the product. I would recommend this to anyone and their furry babies, as I have been pleasantly surprised with the product myself!" —Jess
Get it from Amazon for $27.90 (available in two colors).
This includes everything you need to secure the window and it takes about 15 minutes to set up. All you'll need is a drill/driver, crescent wrench, and a pencil.
Promising review: "Our dogs love it! Our old fence had gaps for them to see who was I the driveway, but with the new one, no gaps. The doggie windows allow them to see who is pulling up again! Each one took about 10–15 minutes to install. We just used the black ring to trace the inner circle, cut with a jigsaw, marked the holes for the bolts and pre-drill, and used a 10-mm wrench to tighten, not too tight to crack ring or globe plastic. Now they can see us again!" —Summers
Get it on sale from Amazon for $31.88 (originally $49).
This Black- and woman-owned small business based in Chicago. Check out the site for chic leashes/harnesses, sweaters, pet furniture, and more. BTW, Sir Dogwood donates a portion of their monthly sales to One Tail At A Time, a non-profit whose mission is to end pet homelessness.
Get it from Sir Dogwood for $120.
Promising review: "I have four parakeets (the parents and the two children), and the mother loves this coconut! It's nice and roomy for her. Initially, I was concerned because when she first went inside, the entire coconut started shaking like crazy. Then I realized that she was trying to remove some of the fuzzy rope that went through the coconut (I guess to make it more comfy?). Either way, she sits inside happily while the other birds reek havoc." —Nani
Get it from Amazon for $9.70.
This Black- and woman-owned small business is based out of Jacksonville, Florida. All products are vegan, pet-safe, and cruelty-free. For solid surfaces, you've gotta try out their cleaning solution. Why let the rest of your house miss out on the fun? Try their toilet bowl, garbage disposal, and window cleaners AND their heavy-duty cleaning scrub and carpet freshener while you're at it!
Get it from SiVi Tidy for $8.50.
Promising review: "This is one swanky cat pen. We purchased this for a feral cat we’ve been feeding that got into a fight and had his remaining eye damaged. This is going to be his new home and I’m extremely happy with it. I will probably be ordering an additional one without the bed tower section to add onto this one to give him more leg room. Best part is that it is made from cedar and smells fantastic. Not to hard to put together — it took my husband and I about an hour" —JJohnson
Get it from Amazon for $594.47 or get a different version for $86.99.
This is the fountain I have and I love it! My hydrated kittos are also big fans!
Promising review: "My kitty and doggie love drinking at their little water fountain. I like it because it is small. I have a cat and a Shih Tzu, so the small size is perfect." —Patti B.
Get it from Amazon for $16.99+ (available in three styles).
Promising review: "This is just what our pup was needing. The ottoman is well built and the stairs are very sturdy. Makes it easier for my little dog to get onto the couch. Assembly was very easy and took around 10 minutes to build. It comes with a storage bin which is very handy in keeping all my dog’s toys in one place.
Living in a small apartment, we are very limited on space so having the option to fold in the stairs is a major plus. What I love the most about this is the versatility. Not only do we use it as dog stairs but we also use it as a small coffee table for our living room. The ottoman looks like a normal piece of furniture that our guests are amazed when we tell them that there are dog stairs hidden inside.
I am so happy to have found this item and would recommend this to all pet parents!!!" —Christina Phung
Get it from Amazon for $179.95.
This includes all the hardware you'll need to hang it, the macrame hanger, and a cushion. You can see my cat (above, right) using the bed above a bunch of fall decor – were it not for the hanging ability, I wouldn't have had room for a bed!
Promising review: "This is worth every penny! My kitten loves sleeping and playing in it! The bed is really good quality and it's the perfect fit!" —Rachel Eggers
Get it from Amazon for $29.99+ (available with and without bed pad).
PetPlate is a Black-owned business started by Renaldo Webb. You may recognize the company from Shark Tank!
Promising review: "We LOVE PetPlate! Jade has been a picky eater since we got her at eight weeks. We tried a couple different foods but when we landed on PetPlate we knew it was a WIN! It was the FIRST TIME she was RUNNING to eat and licking her bowl clean at the end, wanting more. Also, our vet let us know that the 💩 doesn’t lie and it solidified after she started eat PetPlate (no lie, it was like within hours so much better haha)! It was and is such a relief knowing Jade is getting all of the nutrients she needs to grow. We stay in touch with customer service to switch around plans for her weight and they’re always so lovely and helpful. AND it's a Black-owned biz!!!! PetPlate wins allll around!" —Jessie B.
Start your subscription for $2.50/day (prices vary depending on your plan).
I started a hunting system for my cats when I felt like they were getting lethargic during the winter. One of our cats was overweight because he would sit and eat the dry food left out when he was bored. With these he'll "hunt," eat one, and not eat again until he's ready to go hunting. I've written a full review on this clever feeding system before because I refuse to stop recommending it (#1)!
Get it from Amazon for $14.47.
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 purchased this on a whim because my dog loves to lay outside. It took about a week of him staring at it and a very warm day before he started using it. Now he lays in it everyday. It is very stylish and matches perfectly with my patio furniture. My fur baby weighs in around 80 pounds, so this is big dog friendly. And you can grab a piece of fabric to make it even prettier." —Chloe K
Get it from Amazon for $224.99 (available in three colors).
Promising review: "Our son was having a lot of dander on his back near the base of his tail. We kept up the brushing but it wasn't going away. Looking at the reviews I decided to go for the dander wipes. Well I have used it twice and was blown away. His dander is pretty much all gone now. Plus his hair seems shinier and silkier after his brushing and using the wipes. Not to mention our baby boy looks just like the cat on the packaging. All around I will continue to buy these and use once a week or twice every two weeks to keep up his beautiful orange coat. Thanks Burt's Bees!" —Tom Cincotta
Get it from Amazon for $5.83 (or Subscribe & Save for $5.54/month).
Promising review: "I had to order a second bed because my two cats are fighting over the first one I bought. But honestly, it's been kinda funny watching the battles. Trust me, your cat(s) will love this bed." —Leslie D. Van Damme
Get it from Amazon for $19.73+ (available in five sizes and two colors).
Promising review: "Our 5-month-old pug knows he's not supposed to do his business inside the house. However, we've had a hard time getting him to communicate to us that he needs to go outside to do his business. With this little doorbell at nose level for him, he picked it up within a day and hasn't had an accident inside the house since. After we installed it, which was easy in itself, we leashed him up, drew his attention to the button, pressed it, and took him out. Only took maybe two times before he started running over to the doorbell to hit it himself and then look at us, expectantly. The nice thing about this is that the button isn't very fun to play with by itself, so you don't get any false positives. He's learned that, if he hits that button, he needs to do something before he can come back inside. That has cut down on his abuse of the button, exponentially." —Jason L. Pyrz
Get it from Amazon for $30.
It comes with a reusable bone-shaped pan, one carob cake mix packet (just add water), one yogurt frosting pack, and one party candle.
Promising review: "This couldn’t have been easier to make and no mess! I can’t speak to the flavor myself, but my doggos ate it right up! The mold is reusable. I set aside a whole hour to 'bake' this treat; turns out it only took a couple of minutes zapped in the microwave." —Annie Mayo
Get it from Amazon for $8.99.
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