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1. A citrus-scented, enzyme-based pet stain and odor eliminator to use on *any* surface that your pet has considered a great potty spot, including tile, carpet, non-leather furniture, and more. It's designed to make sure your pet doesn't find their go-to spot after cleaning, and you can keep working on successfully potty training them.
Promising review: "I used this on our carpet. My daughter's cat started peeing in the corner. I paid a lot of money to have a company come out and use an enzyme cleaner on just the corner. It did not take the order away!! I used this cleaner, and IT WORKED!! I can’t believe it, but the cat pee smell is completely gone! I even got down on my hands and knees to smell the carpet…this stuff is amazing!!!!" —Lori
Get it from Amazon for $19.97 (available in citrus or fresh scents).
2. ORRRR an odor eliminator spray that helps get rid of staining and smells with an enzyme-eating formula *without* leaving any fragrance to cover it up! Plus, you can even use it on your pet if the stinkiness seems to emanate from them.
My best friend swears by this enzyme cleaner — she says it's the only product that's actually gotten rid of any odors after cleaning up an accident left by her beloved cat, Winston.
And of course, check the ingredients (or with your vet) and do a spot test before spraying down your cat!
Promising reviews: "Loved that I could use this on all items related to my kittens. Sprayed down their cat tunnel toys, their stuffed animals, the carpet they played on, their cat bed AND to wipe down my kittens. You would not know I have 3 kittens and 1 adult cat if you come into my house. No cat smells, including no litter box smells!! Highly recommended." —Luana Aiona
"I have a cat with, shall we say, 'digestive issues.' After his visits to the litter box, at times I would literally gag, it smelled so bad. I have lost count of the things I have tried. Some worked better than others but they all just 'covered up' the scent. Until this stuff. This is nothing short of miraculous. He goes, I cover and then spray it into the box and into the air — and the smell is not just covered but GONE. As in no trace of it at all. Now, you have to use several sprays in the air but no lie, the smell is just gone as if it never was. A miracle in a bottle, for me at least." —Angela Prose
Get it from Amazon for $23.97+ (available in multipacks).
3. A portable paw cleaner designed with soft silicone bristles on the inside to lift dirt from the fur and paw pads of your pooch's feet. If your pup loves to dig or frolic in every mud puddle they come across, you need this product. Just add water, dunk in their foot, and gently twist the cup!
Promising review: "I have three large dogs (100 pounds), I bring one at a time inside he back door, stand on a large towel. Insert paw, push paw up and down the rubber bristles do he work, they sit on towel for a few minutes, dump dirty water add fresh water and on to the next one. Super easy to use." —Amazon Customer
Get it from Amazon for $14.99+ (available in three sizes, eight colors, and with or without a lid).
4. A self-cleaning slicker brush to deal with *all* the shedding that will inevitably occur, its retractable-bristled design means all you do is press a button to remove all the hair you brushed off, plus the angled wires make for top-notch detangling! It's perfect if your furry companion is one with a "long hair, don't care" kind of attitude.
Hi, Negesti, here. 👋 You've read about me having a now, one year old chow chow puppy, well THIS, let me say it in bold THIS BRUSH HERE is quite possibly the most important pet tool I own. It gets everything out of his fur from burrs, thistles, mud, slobber, dirt, and whatever else gets in there! I use it daily, seriously, and it has yet to fail me. My favorite part is being able to click the button and the fur just peels right off the brush, no digging or struggling around bristles like a regular comb at all. I wish I had one of these for my own detangling process. Plus, he loves it! I can literally brush him while he sleeps, no problem. Get it. GET IT NOW. Also, it literally has over 68,000 5-star ratings, so I'm not the only one.
Promising review: "I have a Maine Coon that’s a fluff ball and always needing a good comb out. This is by far the best in a long line of similar products that fill up quickly and require you to peel off the fur. The retracting head makes it easy to remove hair you’ve just combed from your pet, and they’ll love the supple but sturdy combs. It’s 'next level' and just works great." —L. Beggins
Get it from Amazon for $14.99.
5. The TikTok-famous Bissell Little Green carpet and upholstery cleaner that tackles those stubborn stains like pet vomit, feces, urine, mud, etc. on your favorite furniture and not just your carpet, but also your stuffed animals, curtains, car interiors, really anything upholstery-ish you can think up.
This thing is a miracle worker! I have a one year old chow chow puppy, and we've successfully entered the no-more-accidents-in-the-house phase of life 🙌 , but I had five months of poorly-cleaned stains from vomit and urine on my carpets that needed some serious power put behind them. I nabbed the Little Green on a discount during Fall Prime Day and a week later, my puppy threw up SEVEN times after a later dinner and very exciting round of the zoomies throughout the night. Long story short: this portable carpet cleaner removed every single stain, including older stains that I thought had set into the carpet and were a lost cause, and I learned I can use it on my couch from a previous vinegar and baking soda stain! If you have pets or children, I seriously recommend adding this portable cleaner to your arsenal. I wish it came with a storage bag because I literally take it to other people's houses to tackle their stains. So satisfying!
Promising review: "I was actually quite disappointed in this product when I first received it, I was under the impression that it would steam clean as well, but no. All it is, is a very strong wet vac and you have to use the Bissell solution to really see real results. We have a cat, and like every cat owner out there, the cat occasionally attempts to hurl hairballs, leaving a pukey mess on various carpeted, upholstered surfaces. This little vac does the job beautifully, leaving no puke trace. Obviously, if the puke is fresher, I do fewer passes, but even with hardened puke patches, I give the liquid a moment to soak and vacuum it all up without much of a mess. It's a deceptively simple machine that works perfectly and I highly recommend it to all fur parents." —petrichor
Get it from Amazon for $96.78+ (available in six configurations).
6. Orrrr a set of Bissel Stomp 'N Go stain removal pads just perfect for area stain removal. All you have to do is set, step on it once or twice, leave for 30 minutes, and remove. For anyone who tends to clean up pet messes (well, urine that is) by stepping on a paper towel, these easy-to-use pads were practically made for you.
Promising review: "This stuff is absolute magic! I first purchased these pads a few years back when I got my puppy and she made my living room rug her personal pee pad. It's unbelievable how the stain just rises to the pad and removes the smell! I just finished my last pad so had to replenish. I will say, the fresher the stain is, the better this product will work but it definitely does improve old stains as well." —Natalia H.
Get a pack of 20 from Amazon for $26.12.
7. A cat litter deodorizer because no one likes walking into a house that smells like a dirty litter box, but who has time to clean it out every day? This odor-absorbing powder keeps your space smelling its best and even works on multi-cat homes!
Promising review: "The only thing that truly works! Having had cats my entire life, I have tried probably everything on the market that claims to eliminate cat litter smell and nothing ever has done what this does. I have a male and female cat and I cannot smell litter after using this. No smell! It’s amazing!" —Meghan
Get it from Amazon for $11.97.
Rocco & Roxie is a family-owned small business (including their pup and kitty) that creates products for every pet owners needs, including grooming, cleaning, accessories, as well as toys and treats to make your fur-ever friend happy as a clam.
8. The uber-popular Chom Chom — it's a reusable pet hair remover that collects all the hair and lint from clothes, furniture, car seats, cat towers, etc., into a chamber, so all you have to do is remove and throw it away. Over 113,000 reviewers have rated it five stars, and we agree: if a member of your family happens to have four legs and very long hair, this is a must-buy.
I just got one of these, and I use it on everything. My chow chow puppy is only a year old, so when I got this, I hadn't even experienced his true shedding season, but he's already started leaving fur any and everywhere around my house. This roller keeps my couch, bed, blankets, and definitely my clothes, looking like I don't even have a dog at home. It's my new favorite product, seriously.
Promising review: "I have a golden retriever and the shedding is out of control. My fabric sofa is constantly covered in hair and I finally decided to try this after reading an article about popular TikTok products. The reviews do not lie, this thing works magic!! I wish I had taken a before and after picture because the difference is noticeable. I watched the video tutorial before I tried it to ensure I was using it properly and everything he says is true, you do really have to put your arm to work with vigorous back and forth movement! However, I find it's a great arm workout and it works wonders." —Joanne Ertel
Get it from Amazon for $26.95.
9. A bottle of Folex spot remover with over 49,000 5-star ratings from customers amazed at how effectively it makes stains disappear from pretty much any fabric surface. If you've got a kitten that loves to tempt fate by batting at mugs and glasses...worry less about the mess with this in your cleaning arsenal.
Promising review: "I've been using this spot/stain remover for about 10 years now. It really is magic. I've removed numerous stains and spots with it over the years and have only come across two stains that it would not remove. Unfortunately, I don't know what the stains were caused by, so can't pass that along. I've used it on both carpet and upholstery, and it has never changed the color of either. I would definitely test it on an inconspicuous area first, though, as the directions state. And it's so easy to use: Spray some on the stain, agitate it with your fingertips, then blot dry with a cloth or paper towel. You may have to let it sit on tougher stains for a few minutes before agitating and blotting, but I only had to do that once or twice. Definitely recommend." —Alex
Get it from Amazon for $6.65+ (available in three sizes).
10. A bag of premium clumping litter, which boasts a hard-working odor-control, dust-free, and low-tracking formula. Over 46,000 people have rated this 5 stars for a damn good reason.
Promising review: "Love Dr. Elsey's cat litter! I have tried several brands throughout the years with my cats and this one clumps nice and it doesn’t stick to the bottom of the pan hardly at all. If it does stick a little, it will scoop off easily. It has almost NO DUST and the litter barely sticks to my cat’s paws. This litter is superior over all of the brands I have tried. It also has good odor control too. I smell it a little bit but not as much as some of the other brands. If you’re thinking about trying Dr. Elsey’s litter, go for it, I don’t think you would be disappointed... Make sure you get the ULTRA litter. I have tried the other ones and they are pretty good too, but this one is the best out of all of Dr. Elsie’s litter." —Roku Fan
Get it from Amazon for $19.99.
11. Plus, this double-layered litter mat created with a honeycomb design to catch and trap litter your cat might track onto the floor. And whenever you're ready to clean, just press the sides in to open the mat and dump it out (into the litter box or trash)! This way, you don't have to worry about stepping on crunching litter while walking barefoot across your carpeted floors.
BuzzFeed Shopping editor Jenae Sitzes uses these protectors, and here's what she has to say: "I've been using this trapper mat for months now, and while it's pretty much impossible to eliminate all litter from your home if you own even one cat, let alone several, this mat has made keeping the floor of my litter box room MUCH more manageable. Unlike other mats, where the litter just kind of sits on top and eventually gets kicked elsewhere, this mat is designed so that the litter falls through the holes and stays inside the mat until you're ready to dump it. It's made out of an EVA material that's supposed to be gentle enough for cat paws, and my two kitties don't seem to have a problem walking on it. I *highly* recommend getting the larger 30-by-24-inch mat to extend the coverage area — I initially got the smaller one but went back for the larger size, and it's perfect. Note that the mat will probably have a fold down the middle when it first arrives, but just give it some time and weigh it down with something if needed; it'll lay flat."
Promising review: "I have three indoor cats, and they used to track cat litter everywhere in my house! I mean, it was everywhere! Since I've been using this mat, the amount of cat litter that gets tracked around has been reduced by about 95%. I'm not exaggerating. I used to have to vacuum up the tracked litter several times a day. Now I vacuum it up about once a week, and it's still less than I used to have in one day. I wish I had gotten this mat years ago. My cats even love the texture of it, and roll around on it frequently. You don't really even have to empty it. You can vacuum the litter out of it with a dust buster or hose attachment. It truly is miraculous!" —Amazon Customer
Get it from Amazon for $11.89+ (available in two sizes and five colors).
12. An elevated pet food bowl because big dogs tend to be messy eaters, so this will help prevent water and kibble from flying everywhere at mealtime. The surrounding area collects kibble in the top tray and spilled water drains into the bottom basin, so you don't have to worry about touching soggy kibble.
Promising reviews: "We have a 100+ pound very messy drinker/eater who usually leaves that area pretty gross. This works so well at containing the mess. I wish I had before and after photos because it really does work as advertised for our dog." —A. Shlyakt
"True to its name, the Neater Feeder dramatically lessens the cleanup around the feeding and drinking bowls for our two large 100 pound dogs. The person who designed the backsplash deserves a medal! Drainage holes in the feeder captures water that gets splashed out of the bowl into a reservoir, which can easily be emptied." —zvondi
Get it from Amazon for $24.99+ (available in two sizes and four colors).
13. A sludge destroyer that's packed with "good" bacteria to literally feast on the waste and debris funking up your turtle's tank and water. If you're bringing an amphibian home this year, you'll definitely want to make sure you have a bottle of this on-hand for when things start to have a smelly smell that smells...smelly.
Promising review: "I use this product regularly to keep the turtles' tanks clear and mostly algae free. After cleaning the filters and adding more water, the sediment gets churned up and makes the water cloudy. After adding a few capfuls, and waiting a day or two, the water is perfect for my shelled babies!" —The Knipper Family
Get it from Amazon for $8.48 (available in 4- and 8-oz).
14. A touchless stationary vacuum to make dust pans a thing of the past because when you own a double-coated pup or long-haired feline, those dust pans are pretty much worthless. Just sweep your giant pile of pet fur over and it'll suck it right up!
The vacuum has an LED indicator light to let you know when the canister is full and ready to be emptied.
Promising review: "I absolutely love this magic floor sucker. I live in the Rocky Mountains with four large dogs and two cats. It makes sweeping not so bad and much more manageable. You just sweep it to the vac and it sucks it up. LOVE IT." —MaryKat
Get it from Amazon for $129 (clip the $15 off coupon to get this price; available in seven colors).
15. A Shark Navigator Lift-Away upright vacuum designed to tackle all that pet fur lurking deep in your carpet fibers (and other upholstery). It boasts a self-cleaning brush roll to pick up *more* pet hair than other vacuums and even includes a Pet Crevice tool to get into those hard-to-reach spots, like corners and between couch cushions. It's earned over 61,000 5-star reviews for a pretty damn good reason!
It can be used on carpet, hardwood, and tile floors, and comes with the Pet Crevice tool and an upholstery tool! And many reviewers state having one for years *or* buying another one as a replacement or second vacuum to use!
Promising review: "Wow! I just thought we were vacuuming before. We've been using an old Bissel and yeah the canister would fill with dirt, debris, and pet hair (we have 3 cats and a golden retriever/lab mix service dog). However, I plugged this in when it arrived and vacuumed a 5x5 foot square and boy was I surprised. I ran it a second time over the same square and got the same amount. My Bissel obviously wasn't doing the job. Now, I'm a wheelchair user so this is a bit heavy for me, I'll power through it, though my husband and son will most likely use this more often than I will. This is a great vacuum, it really gets the deep-down packed in dirt, and I love that you can leave the roller brush off for the vinyl and hardwood floors. A great purchase, I highly recommend it." —Lsai
Get it from Amazon for $229.99.
16. Orrrrr a Eufy robotic vacuum — this smart vac is designed for set-and-forget cleaning by sensing the messes and tackling them with zero guidance. Not only can it transition seamlessly from carpet to hardwood flooring, but its sleek shape means it can slide under furniture to get to forgotten and out-of-reach dust bunnies!
This robotic vacuum also includes a remote control in case you want to limit its power in your household. Think Smart House, but less scary!
Promising review: "I did a lot of research before settling on this brand and model. This unit gives reliable performance and is less expensive than many of the other options. As I live in an apartment, I can’t comment on battery life. It’s certainly plenty for me. We have a cat and a dog and two humans and the Eufy makes a huge difference in keeping things clean with low effort. You do have to occasionally rescue it from under a piece of furniture and be very diligent about pre-clearing cords and shoes with untied laces. It is so satisfying to empty the contents after a sweep! I’ve had it for a year now and there have been no issues at all." —Brooklyn222
Get it from Amazon for $149.99 (clip the $100 off coupon at checkout to get this price).
17. A carpet cleaning solution for anyone who's owned a dog for awhile now and their carpets and rugs have been collecting dirt, mud, urine, poop, crumbs, and more deep down in the fibers for some time now. If you're this close *pinches fingers together* to ripping up the carpet — try out this biodegradable and non-toxic cleaner (adored by over 9,000 5-star rating reviewers, BTW) and ugly cry at your carpets looking and smelling like new.
Promising reviews: "My foster dog decided to paint my brand new rug with his poop (twice in one week). After using this stuff in my little Hoover pet dash, you couldn’t even tell! There was no lingering smell, no evidence of the poop at all, on a white rug. We even use it to spot treat any accidents, it cleans better than Resolve." —Kristen
"With a 3-year-old, three dogs, and a husband who loves to wear his work boots all the time our 12-year-old carpet has seen many spills, accidents , vomit, grease and dirt from everyone. I needed something that was gonna take care of everything. This REALLY WORKS!!!! My house smells better and looks a million times better and I'm not embarrassed to have the lights on in the loving room with company over anymore. I used this in the Hoover dual power max carpet washer. I am so happy with this product and the results." —Denise H.
Get it from Amazon for $15.99+ (available in three scents and two sizes).
Sunny & Honey is a family-run small business specializing in cleaning products, especially for pet owners' homes.
18. A de-shedding glove designed with a silicone palm that attracts fur as you pet your way through your furry friend’s grooming routine. It's so simple, they’ll probably think you’re just really lovin’ up on them when you use it. And now you can sit on your couch (or in your car) without being covered in fur, too. 🥲
Just toss the fur in the bin when you're done!
Promising review: "I love this brand of gloves. I find it works very well on short- and medium-hair cats and on a German shepherd mix with a soft undercoat. The gloves are not easy to clean completely. If you’re very fussy about cleaning this completely, a quick rinse under running water will take the hair off the blue part, and a lint roller will remove the hair from the back. I love being able to buy single gloves as I tend to use just one on my dominant hand for cats. For a large dog I use both at once. This is by far the most effective brand of deshedding glove that I have used. Due to its larger surface it takes off more fur more quickly than a comb or brush teeth deshedding tool." —K.
Get it from Amazon for $12.09+ (available in four colors).
19. A UV black light flashlight if you can smell the pee but cannot see it. 🤨 Shine this handy light in the dark and finally find the source of your kitty's favorite spot when they're ~relieving~ some big feelings or marking their territory when you're not around.
Promising review: "I adopted a male cat who hadn't been fixed. Naturally, he sprayed and I couldn't find the source. This thing is allowing me to hold on to my sanity. Every day I come home from work, whip out the flash light and see what my cat has been up to. Sometimes you can't tell if it's picking up urine or something else, but overall it's a great product." —OM
Get it from Amazon for $10.79.
20. Lemon and eucalyptus-scented carpet powder that's designed specifically to freshen up your carpet and neutralize stinky odors with a fragrance that lasts. All you have to do is sprinkle it over the carpet, wait, and then vacuum it up!
Promising review: "I purchased a wool rug on Etsy that was cleaned before it was shipped, so it arrived a bit damp. Wet wool unfortunately smells like pee, so I purchased this carpet deodorizer to try to remove the smell. Very clean smelling deodorizer, doesn't smell fake or overly fragrant. Spread it on the rug and let it sit overnight. Vacuumed it up in the morning and repeated this process twice. Rug smell is now gone." —biallasamantha
Get it from Amazon for $22.99+ (available in three sizes and multipacks).
Good Natured Brand is a woman-owned small business.
21. A Litter Robot — this splurge-worthy product makes a welcome addition to your household if you own at least one cat! It automatically cleans up 30 seconds after your cat finishes its business, making sure everything is clean for the next time or the next cat. And the best part? You have to worry about cleaning up litter waaaaay less than if you were dealing with a classic litter box situation.
BuzzFeed Shopping editor and cat mom Jenae Sitzes owns this high-tech litter box, and here's what she has to say: "When my mom first told me about this $500 automatic litter box she'd read about somewhere, my eyes just about popped out of my head thinking about spending that much on a thing that my cats poop in. But after thinking about it some more, I realized it's actually a pretty reasonable investment since I plan on owning cats forever but shamefully hate cleaning out their litter boxes as often as they really should be.
"I've been using the Litter Robot myself for 2+ years now, and I'm pretty sure both me and my two cats are way happier for it. After a cat is done using it, the Litter Robot waits a set amount of time until the cat's presence is no longer detected, then begins to rotate, collecting the waste into a bag at the bottom while retaining the clean litter in the barrel. I usually don't detect a smell from it afterward, though once the bag starts to get really full, you might get a subtle reminder that you need to take it out. I only have to take out that bag about once a week, and a flashing light will let you know when it's full.
"Initially, the cats were a little spooked by the sound of the Litter Robot during a cycle, and for the first few weeks, they would just sit and stare at it, as if it would get up and run at them if they took their eyes off it. At this point, though, they've completely adjusted and accepted it as their way of life, making my life a heck of a lot easier while ensuring they always have a clean bed of litter. It's a pricey purchase, to be sure, but if cleaning out the litter box daily or even every other day is hard for you and you'd rather not think about it much at all, I say the Litter Robot is worth it. One thing to note: It's quite large, so make sure you have a dedicated space for it."
Get it from Litter Robot for $549 or Amazon for $599 (available in white or gray).
22. Orr, a self-cleaning litter box if you're sick of constantly scooping and cleaning the litter box to keep your cat(s) happy and want a more affordable alternative than above. It comes with a disposable tray filled with odor-controlled litter crystals that self-cleans for weeks before it's time to remove, toss, and replace.
An LED health counter and motion sensor monitors the frequency of your kitty's bathroom breaks and a manual rake button allows you to clean the litter box if you feel like it needs some refreshing. And grab reusable trays here!
Promising review: "It’s been almost a year I think since I’ve gotten this litter box and it is the best expensive thing I’ve ever spent on my cat. I had a hard time cleaning the box even when I wasn’t pregnant, which resulted in nasty clumps stuck to the bottom of my normal boxes and even rendering my roll-based “self-cleaning” litter boxes useless. The smell is contained a million times better than with regular litter box. It takes 30 seconds to change out, and I don’t have to worry about it for either a month or at least 20 uses. My cat is even a lot happier, and has never once pooped on the floor or on my carpet. My only two complaints are so minor: Having to wipe down the machine every so often and get poop off the grates, and the crystal litter does track out of the box and hurts to step on (like dull glass shards 😭). Super easy things to fix and overcome, honestly. The money is worth not having to scoop out cat poop ever again." —Nina
Get it from Amazon for $169.95+ (available in three styles).
23. A soy wax candle literally designed to eliminate lingering pet odors because even if you've become desensitized to the stench...your guests haven't. This will make sure your home always smells fresh and clean, even if you have more than one pup taking residence there.
Promising reviews: "I have three large dogs and these definitely help with that hard-to-avoid dog smell. Not to mention the scents are great and there are plenty to pick from for each season. They do melt quick so I wouldn’t burn them terribly often. The scent is high quality and is easy to smell even in large rooms. Great quality product!" —Eden Neidert
"This is amazing! I saw it on BuzzFeed article as the number one candle to get if you have pets in the house. My roommates love it and so do I! It has a really subtle, nice and calming smell that totally masks the odor! 10/10!" —Willow
Get it from Amazon for $21.95 (available in 32 scents).
24. A Poop-Off cleaning spray, so your house doesn't look like the behind-the-scenes of Hitchcock's The Birds... 🤢 This spray helps you safely remove any bird droppings from almost everything with a nontoxic and biodegradable formula.
And if you don't own a bird, it will still work on your outdoor furniture that might be the unfortunate target of your local avian residents!
Promising review: "Poop-Off is a great product. It takes off poop of any age (you may have to spray and let it sit, and then either wipe or spray again for very old poop). It also works on fresh or dried-on food and whatever else my birds can throw, drop, or wipe on their cage bars and wood perches. It makes cleaning their wooden playtrees really easy, and I've even used it successfully on the carpeting in their room (after first testing in an inconspicuous spot)! I usually use the Poop-Off Wipes, but have decided that their Spray and a clean rag is the cost-efficient and environmentally friendly way to go!" —mla
Get it from Amazon for $13.95.
25. A waterproof car seat cover — it boasts a versatile design for set up as a backseat hammock or a car bench, so your pup can be comfortable, but your seats and doors stay protected. If you plan on taking your pup on any outdoor adventures or want to make sure your car survives any car sickness or mud-caked paws, this is a must-have!
It also has nonslip backing to make sure it stays in place, adjustable headrest anchors, seat anchors, and two seatbelts openings to keep your pup in place.
Promising review: "I got the XL size for my 2017 Silverado, love this thing. Super easy to set up and fits perfectly. I got it because my poor beagle mix gets car sick anytime we go anywhere — whether it's down the street or not, he's guaranteed to vomit. Sure enough on the 5-minute drive home from the trainer, there was a pile of puke. This time though it was on this waterproof cover and not the seats or floor. I scooped up the chunks, sprayed it with some cleaner, wiped it down and all clean and good. So 5 stars for size, installation and purpose! I hardly ever leave reviews of great products so let it be known‚ great product for less than $40." —Ben
Get it from Amazon for $29.69+ (available in two sizes and seven colors).
26. Lavender-scented, leakproof poop bags that'll contain *all* your pup's business along with the smell, so you don't have to be reminded by the smell on your way to the nearest trashcan. These bags are thicker than your regular-degular poop bags, so you can count on them when your dog's mess is really running through them. 🤢
Promising reviews: "Best of the pack...nice smell and extremely sturdy plus large enough for my big dogs both 100 pounds. Lots of trials for me to find these great bags at a great price too. Highly recommend." —Steve Craft
"I've been using these for about two years now. I have a 100 pound golden and these are a large bag which I appreciate a lot. Strong and smell good, too." —AKKSKRK
Get 120 bags from Amazon for $7.98.
27. A pack of microfiber cleaning cloths, so you don't end up going through rolls and rolls of paper towels, sopping up urine stains and stain remover from your carpet during those potty training days or after any accidents.
Promising review: "Shines, dust, soaks up liquids without leaving residue behind, very absorbent. Material is soft. Hand wash or delicate setting to clean. Definitely buy again." —teresa bravo
Get a pack of 12 from Amazon for $12.98+ (available in five styles).
28. A cleaning magnet that'll keep your fish friends happy as a clam with a super clean tank. Instead of emptying or having to reach into the tank for scrubbing, this tool goes on the inside wall and attaches via magnet, so you can move it around from the outside, scrubbing and squeegeeing away algae and other gunk.
Each cleaning magnet comes with one pad for glass aquariums and one pad for acrylic aquariums.
Promising review: "As we all know the maintenance routine you are most likely to follow is going to be the one that is the easiest. I bought the small one for my 18gal, bowed front, glass aquarium; I absolutely love the ease of use. Cleaning the algae off the tank has gone from a monthly chore to an every few days routine, it only takes me a few moments to give the front and sides a quick wipe with the brush. No mess, no wet hands, and the fish don’t even really mind. In regards to the bowed front, if I use the scrubber in the vertical position and clean back and forth horizontally, it works perfectly (maybe takes a few extra passes because you are not using the entire scrub pad but not much more effort). The one and only complaint I have is that it has trouble getting in the corners and the very edge of the substrate." —Starr Voigt
Get it from Amazon for $9.49+ (available in four sizes).
29. A handheld shower attachment if you plan on grooming your pet at home and want to make it's as easy as possible, while still delivering a quality rinse. Professional groomers swear by this one according to reviews and a bunch of pet owners have installed it for in-home grooming, whether DIY or by a visiting pro.
This showerhead can be installed into your current bathroom shower as a secondary shower head or connected to your outdoor hose, if you'd rather bathe your pet outside! It comes with an 8-foot flexible hose for extended reach, an indoor diverter for your shower installation, a suction cup hook to put it off to the side when not in use, and an outdoor adapter to connect to your hose.
Promising reviews: "I purchased this as I have a groomer who comes to the house to groom my dogs. She absolutely loves it and is now recommending it for all of her clients. She says it relieves any tension in her back and actually gets all of the soap out to where she is using less water than before. That’s a win for me." —ER
"LOVE THIS! I have a golden retriever. Bathing him in a tub of water with a cup was awful. Decided to buy this and I don’t regret it. The spray of the hose is pure perfection for getting through his double coat. Before I even apply soaps to him, the spray from the hose takes out SO MUCH of the dirt and yucky stuff that builds up over time. Yet it’s gentle enough that it doesn’t hurt him. Seriously, it was easy to install, anyone and I mean ANYONE can do it. It works. It’s convenient. And it’s not breaking the bank. I do not have one complaint so far!!!" —DMM
Get it from Amazon for $48.17.
30. And definitely grab a Tubshroom, which helps make sure you don't end up with a very expensive plumbing problem in the future by preventing your pooch's thick or long fur from clogging up the drain during each rinse.
You'll have to pull the hair off it afterwards, which might gross you out or fascinate you depending on how much there is, and leave the Tubshroom to air dry so it doesn't end up gross itself.
Promising review: "I’d seen this product recommended everywhere and thought I’d give it a try. It is worth the hype! It catches all of the hair (mine plus our dog’s because we bathe her in the tub lol) while also allowing water to flow the center and drain. It’s like magic. So many other drain catchers stop of the flow of water every time. But this works like a dream!" —Matthew Taylor
Get it from Amazon for $12.97 (six colors. Have a pop-up or flush drain? Try OXO's hair catcher instead, $9.99 on Amazon.)
And we know it works because we've tried it! Read our full Tubshroom review for more.
31. A length-adjustable pet hair broom that boasts rubber bristles to remove all the embedded pet hair your vacuum misses. You might even end up replacing your vacuum (just kidding, you'll still want to vacuum because of dirt, dust, and surface pet hair)!
If you want even more before and after photos to blow your mind, check out BuzzFeed Shopping writer (and my fabulous colleague) Emma Lord's Evrilholder FURemover broom review.
Promising reviews: "This thing works great! I couldn’t see any cat hair on my carpet until I used this and suddenly so much fur appeared! The squeegee side is the best in my opinion. This tool is great to use right before vacuuming." —6
"I tried it out on a vacuumed rug. You could have made two cats with the fur it got out, works well on hard floors as well. We have a cat with an unreasonable fear of brooms, she says this is a broom so it must be a broom. It looks like a brush but I'll go with the cat and accept it as a broom. A really good broom." —Boyd W. Miles
Get it from Amazon for $12.98.
32. A set of puppy pads, which are an essential if you're bringing home a brand new puppy or kitten who still needs to be house-trained. With these, when an accident happens it will be a less-frustrating clean for you, and they'll start to understand the proper place to go when they can't make it outside. Treats all around!
When I brought home my now one-year-old chow chow puppy, these were already at the house when he arrived. Eventually, as he sniffed around the house and found his favorite indoor potty spots *grumbles* I had a pee pad in EVERY ROOM, sometimes many. It took maybe a week or two, but eventually he figured out that the pee pad should be the spot where he goes and once that happened, potty training was a breeze! These offer easy clean-up, they are WAY MORE ABSORBENT than other pee pads I tried, and I loved them so much, I put them on a Subscribe & Save, so we never ran out. They were also great for sopping up any accidents on carpet or hardwood, instead of using paper towels or towels. Highly recommend to anyone bringing a puppy home who isn't house trained!
Promising review: "These are my favorite pee pee pads for training as young as three weeks old. They absorb well and are big enough for little puppies who are wobbly and just starting to get around on their own. Teach 'em when they are young." —Ruby The Pomsky
Get it from Amazon for $14.99+ (available in three sizes, 40-, 50-, 60-, 100- and 150-counts, and either unscented or scented)
33. An all-in-one vacuum pet grooming kit if your furbaby is skittish at the groomers or sheds to the point of needing to be brushed out on the daily. This machine includes de-shedding and grooming attachments that can be combined with vacuum suction, so you can get grooming done at home and not have to worry about sweeping up piles of fur afterwards. Less mess!
The kit includes a grooming brush, de-shedding brush, electric clipper with four comb attachments of different sizes, a nozzle head, and a cleaning brush to help collect fallen pet hair.
Promising reviews: "Our 100+ pound German shepherd sheds a lot! This baby is gold! Works like magic. So happy I bought it! Feels like the gift the keeps on giving. Highly recommend!" —M.I.D. (Motivate Inspire Dream)
"I admit, I was hesitant to buy this...I thought it was another product that would let me down...but I was wrong! I have a 100-pound lab who sheds SO BAD, I'm talking tumbleweeds of dog hair. I have struggled for years to tame her shedding. I put the shedder comb on this, and it worked AMAZING!! Each brush down her, took huge clumps of excess hair off...then a push of the button and it instantly sucked it into the canister! No more making huge messes outside or chasing down clumps of hair! The first time I used this, four canisters of hair! This is worth it's weight in gold!! Amazing!!" —SweetMagnolia24
Get it from Amazon for $99.99.
34. Heavy-duty litter box liners that'll stand up to kitten claws digging and scratching inside the box after doing their business. Say goodbye to the days of double-bagging and/or taking out bags of dirty litter with rips and shreds, sand spilling everywhere.
Reviewers say these liners are sturdy enough to withstand your cat's shredding *and* they are jumbo-size, so can fit in most litter boxes!
Promising review: "I have two indoor cats, and one indoor/outdoor cat split among three litter boxes. These liners hold up for several weeks without ripping, and are scooped daily. My cats love to pee in the corners, so I constantly have to scrub against the corners with the litter scooper and they have yet to rip. The other brands I tried, all eventually ripped." —Eric
Get a pack of 15 from Amazon for $10.29 (also available in a pack of five).
35. A long-handled pooper scooper rake and bin set for anyone whose backyard is practically a minefield of dog poop and bending over with a plastic bag every five seconds is taking you to your breaking point. *internal screaming* This will scoop it all up, saving your back and patience the headache.
Promising review: "I have two 100-pound Labs. It was daunting to clean up the yard. Then I bought this. No more bending down, the rake easily slides the poop into the bin. Use the bags and you can pick up until the bin is full. No more sore back or dread to clean the yard. Would recommend for owners of small and large breeds. Although plastic, it is holding up well and would buy again! FYI, the rake has no issues with large piles from my 100-pound dogs." —misty jurecek
Get it from Amazon for $19.99.
36. *OR* a DogBuddy pooper scooper because let's be real: picking up dog poop can be an awful experience. This scooper is designed with built-in bags, so the mess is collected and bagged up with barely any work on your end. Plus, it can attach to your leash for easy access and use on your walks!
Check out a TikTok of the DogBuddy scooper in action.
Promising review: "Having a GSD and a Great Pyrenees, both over 100 pounds made picking up poop on a walk… annoying. Let’s just say they can output more than a human on a good day. After my third time making a mess while trying to pick up a mountain of poo the old way, I started looking up portable scoopers. I was skeptical at first but honestly this thing works fantastically well. No more poop all over the edges of the bag, or my hands. It’s also a nice way to store them until I can find a trash can. If you prep the scoop with a bag before your walk, it’s very simple to put your dog in a sit while you grab — no multitasking while your dog hogties you with the leash. As someone who has huge dogs and huge poops to clean, I highly recommend this scoop." —x25064
Get it from Amazon for $14.99+ (available in four colors and two sizes).
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37. A pack of Earth Rated grooming wipes if you've got a pup with a fluffy butt that gets seriously nasty on a 💩 walk. Instead of using rough paper towels on your pooch's most sensitive area, these plant-based, odor-controlling wipes are perfect for keeping your pup clean without having to give them a bath.
I use these wipes every single day. No exaggeration. Look at that floofy butt. Yes, he manages to get poop on it during every potty trip that results in a #2. I was using warm, wet paper towels until I saw a 400-pack of these on sale during Fall Prime Day. THEY ARE SO MUCH BETTER!!!! They are so soft, and now, my puppy barely reacts when I have to wipe his butt, and it is so satisfying seeing all the dirt and poo come off of my buddy's backside and onto the wipe, so I don't have to worry about my rugs or couches being stained later on. 😮💨 PLUS, I use them for eye goop, dirty paws, his beard area, and even his wee-wee if it looks like it needs some extra TLC between baths and grooming appointments. Seriously, get these. Buy the 400 pack. I have a pack in the car, his go-bag, at home, and keep a few in a sandwich bag in my fanny pack. Also, they are thick and a pretty good size, so for booty cleaning, I only need to use one wipe, no matter how messy.
Promising review: "My son and daughter-in-law have two German Shepherds and they love this product. They use it to wipe their dirty paws when coming in from the outside." —bill
Get a 100-pack from Amazon for $9.99 (available in two scents).
The reviews for this post have been edited for length and clarity.