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1. The uber-popular Chom Chom pet hair remover that's earned over 113,000 5-star ratings from reviewers whose leggings, sweatshirts, couch cushions, cars, and more are now (temporarily) pet hair-free after each use. If the newest 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 seven months old, so we haven't even hit 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: "This thing is aahhhh-mazing! I’ve had several kinds of cat hair removers — adhesive strips, sticky rollers, rubber nubby gloves. Nothing else works as well and as quickly. Easy to clean out, too. I bought one handheld and a bigger one on a long handle for carpet and area rugs. Love them! They even clean the hair off the stupid red velvet drapes that came with the house when we bought it." —M. Bauer
Get it from Amazon for $24.99.
2. 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. Not to mention, it makes my job easier so I can do what I need to do in a much smaller time frame so he doesn’t need to go through the stressful bath process longer than needed. So he’s thankful for this as much as I am. 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!!! And with the different sprayer settings, it has a shut off setting too so you can save that water!!! Seriously, the best thing little money can buy for your dog grooming needs in your own shower. Win win!!!" —DMM
Get it from Amazon for $48.17.
3. The TikTok-famous Bissell Little Green carpet and upholstery cleaner that's made to tackle 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 nine-month old chow chow puppy and we are just hitting 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 of 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: "The dog that I raised as my child decided to vomit whatever snack he ate last night. Also it sat in this rug for about 9 hours. Needless to say I was annoyed. Haven’t used this baby too often but I’ve borrowed it to people. I got to it this morning and did a before and after a clean that took about 10 minutes or so. I didn't dump the water yet cause I’m going to use the rest on some other spots. But it works great!! I totally recommend this to anyone who has pets or any other little friends who make messes. Adult friends or child friends. I’m sure this will work great. 10/10." —Wendy Campos
Get it from Amazon for $123.59+ (available in three configurations).
4. Orrrr a set of Bissel Stomp 'N Go stain removal pads just perfect 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 designed for area stain removal and get to work in just a few easy steps: set, step, leave for 30 minutes, and remove. Time to tackle that vomit stain on your carpet that never seems to come out!
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.
5. A Wi-Fi–enabled microchip pet feeder if you've been having to wrangle your pets away from each other's food bowls because they have different eating habits, diets, etc. This must-have feeder recognizes your pet's microchip and only opens up for them, closing quickly after they step away from eating. It also connects with the Sure Petcare app, so you can monitor your pet's eating habits, weigh food portions, and more.
This version of the microchip pet feeder uses WiFi to connect to the Pet Care app, but the hub is also required to access the app and other features. It still works without the hub, you just need to input your pet's microchip ID to Sure Petcare or purchase one of their RFID collar tags. Plus, it's compatible with wet and dry food.
BuzzFeed Shopping editor and cat mom Jenae Sitzes owns the non-WiFi version of this and raves about it: "I've had my microchip pet feeders from Sure Petcare for a couple of months now, and while it was a pricey investment, it's been worth every single penny and has alleviated a ton of stress around my cat's meals. One of my cats, Sneaky, always wants to eat his brother's food and has a tendency to be overweight. Separating them for meals just wasn't working — they would whine at the door and simply not eat enough unless they could eat side by side and have free access to food throughout the day — but I also couldn't be sure that my younger (and much smaller) cat, Chicho, was eating enough with Sneaky gobbling up part of his meals, too. When my vet started throwing around the word "diabetes" as a very real concern if Sneaky didn't start sticking to controlled diet every day, I knew I needed to finally cough up the money for microchip feeders — I mean, it'd be a drop in the bucket compared to the longterm cost of cat insulin.
The setup was ridiculously fast, the open-close function works beautifully, and my cats learned how to use these almost immediately. Finally, Sneaky can *only* eat what's in his feeder, which allows me to control his calorie intake and see exactly how much food he's eating daily — and I can be sure that Chicho is getting *enough* food, too. This is also a fantastic solution if you have cats on different diets due to health reasons, and if one of them starts eating way less for some reason, you'll know immediately and be able to report that to your vet. I also love that the feeder comes with both split and regular bowls — I use the split bowls to serve my cats both dry food and wet food at once!"
6. 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).
7. A liquid tartar remover in case brushing your dog’s teeth ends up way more of a hassle than any other part of grooming, IMO. Simply add it to their water bowl and revel in fresh(er) breath during your next round of puppy kisses. Plus, your vet will be hella proud of their pearly whites.
Promising review: "I’ve tried other product for my dogs that never worked. After only a few days of adding this to their water, and that awful bad breath is so much better. This is the first additive I’ve ever claimed it works, but it really does. My girls had awful breath but this makes that better and I can even see a difference in their teeth. It appears it is taking the tartar off of their teeth and I may be able to cancel their dental appointment. Love the clean breath and the teeth appearing to be cleaner. Worth every penny!" —NG
Get it from Amazon for $10.12+ (available in three sizes and two flavors).
8. An innovative transparent toy blocker because one thing you can count on is your new furbaby rolling or losing treats and toys underneath the furniture, be it intentional or not. (TBH, when I brought my puppy home he slept under the depths of the couch for a week, and this would have been very convenient, so I could keep an eye on him.) Anyway — petproof your home with these easy-to-use blockers and have a lot more peace of mind.
For installation, try to figure out the perfect position you want and then cut (if necessary) to get the desired length and height that you need. Then, remove the protective paper and stick the blocker in position on a clean and dry floor!
FYI, reviewers also love these for blocking kids' toys from the depths of the couch! After removing the panels for cleaning (maybe annually), the adhesive won't remain sticky but you can replace them with the help of large clear Command Strips.
Promising review: "Love these! I no longer have to get on my hands and knees trying to get the cat toys from under the entertainment center. Looks great being clear. Was easy to put down. I even used the unused pieces under the front of a dresser. I couldn't stick them to the floor, as it's was a carpeted floor, but has also kept toys from going under." —Kelly
Get it from Amazon for $13.98+ (available in three sizes).
9. A digital power center timer for anyone raising a cold-blooded pet and dealing with an unpredictable schedule (or occasional forgetfulness, TBH). This power strip replaces the chaos of wires and timers, and instead features a built-in timer that'll control the lights, filters, and heaters 24/7, meaning you can worry less about their comfort while you're away, and more about where to get some gourmet insects or vermin for them to munch on.
Promising review: "This timer is a lifesaver! My daughter’s crestie is on a very specific schedule and when she isn’t home I love not having to worry about getting his lights on or off by a certain time. This power strip is amazing and I love the timer because it is always working perfectly! Never had an issue and can set up different times if needed which is so helpful when we add a misting system. Highly recommend this for anyone needing a reliable timer with the benefit of a power strip." —Ashley H.
"This power center is a godsend for my little ADHD brain. As much as I love my critters, I’ll be damned if I can remember to turn on their lights or heating pads at the correct times. I have two of these strips now and they’re absolutely phenomenal. Just look up the programming on YouTube if you’re having difficulty — it takes a bit of getting used to but once you’ve got it, it’s super fast to use." —A.H.
Get it from Amazon for $35.99.
10. A de-shedding glove to tackle your furry friend’s grooming routine with such ease, they’ll 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. 🥲
Promising reviews: "I'm amazed at how much hair that comes off my cat with this glove! My cat loves it and I love the fact that there are far less hairballs and cat hair flying around my home!" —Stephanie E. Hinkel
"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 it’s 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).
11. An under-$200 Eufy robotic vacuum because AI is here to stay, so why not enjoy it (or something like it)? 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 $139.99.
12. OR! A hybrid robot vacuum and mop, just perfect for hard floors (read: hardwood, cement, and tile) since it gets two jobs done at once! You can go ahead and check the floors off your chore list after scheduling a clean with this smart machine, it'll chart out the path for each room and get the work done for you.
You can schedule this smart vac-and-mop to clean at three different power levels (low for daily cleaning, medium for care cleaning, and high for deep cleaning), depending on what you need. A magnetic boundary strip helps tell the tool where not to go, so you don't have to worry about it going off the path into rooms it shouldn't. Plus, it's compatible with Alexa and Google, so you literally don't have to lift a finger.
Promising review: "We LOVE this! It works so much better than our four other Roombas. It always returns to its home base to charge. It rarely gets stuck on anything. It’s very convenient. Our robot mop is so finicky and never wants to start. This product is so nice! We add water about once a day." —Ali Bruder
Get it from Amazon for $139.99.
13. An odor- and stain-eliminating spray that works like literal magic, releasing enzymes to tackle stubborn pet messes. This is my favorite spray to use for cleaning up my Chow Chow Tormund’s pee, poop, vomit…literally everything.
Check out our in-depth review of Rocco & Roxie Professional Strength Stain & Odor Eliminator.
Promising review: "I love EVERYTHING about this. Like every other reviewer, we've tried every other option we could find to get rid of urine stench and stains. Ours were from an elderly dog who couldn't make it through the night sometimes. Long story short, we have YEARS of urine stains that, after being 'cleaned,' continued to reappear. Now every single recurring stain on our carpet is GONE! Not a single one has returned. I don't have sufficient words for how truly thankful we are for this product. It's like NOTHING else. And the cherry on top is the wonderful scent when you first apply it and NO scent once it's done it's job. So, from the bottom of our hearts, THANK YOU for these amazing products." —Anita McCarty
Get it from Amazon for $19.97.
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.
14. A Door Buddy latch, which holds your doors ajar enough just for a cat to pass through while keeping larger pets out. This is perfect if you want to keep pups from gorging on cat litter, pets out of the kids' room or bathroom, or even if you're working on training your pup to sleep in their own bed at night.
Promising review: "We have a Boston Terrier who LOVES cat food but it makes him extremely sick. We needed something to keep him out but let the cats in so we tried this. It works so well, we bought a second one for our bedroom so the cats at night can come and go as they please but it keeps the dog in our room and out of their hair if they choose to wonder the house! I’m not sure how I lived without it but I won’t be without it now!" —Mickey Bergman
Get it from Amazon for $16.94.
15. A swan fountain with almost 2,000 5-star reviews from customers raving about how smitten their pets have become with this running drinking fountain. Lots of reviewers say it's great for keeping cats hydrated because of its constant faucet!
And grab a pack of replacement filters so your pet's new well never dries up!
Promising review: "Between the cat obsessed with drinking ONLY from the sink and the cat with bladder issues that the vet insists needs to be drinking more, I went looking for a fountain to make all three of my furkids happy. This fountain has saved my sanity. I've left it on the lowest setting and it's been perfect for me. It's super quiet. If I hear it splashing or splurping, it's either 1) had the water level get too low and needs a top off or 2) my sink nut is hooking his paw over the edge and dragging it around again, disrupting the flow to the pump or 3) my nut is 'drinking' from it while also taking a shower and playing rainstorm. In any case, making sure the water is above the minimum line and letting the water settle always fixes the noise and returns it to a silent stream. I do recommend a splash mat if your cat is like my addict who'll play with his water. All in all, I love this thing, and will likely be getting a second one since the secondary water bowl is getting no attention." —Hannah Doney
Get it from Amazon for $34.95.
16. 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, this is a must-have on your new pet purchase list!
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 six colors).
17. 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 everyday? This odor-absorbing powder keeps your space smelling its best and even works on multi-cat homes!
Promising reviews: "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
"Love this product! I foster cats/kittens and this product takes care of the litterbox odor immediately. I love the smell and the cats have no problem when I sprinkle this in their boxes. Just a few shakes per litterbox is all it takes. Very happy with this and will buy again!" —Amazon Customer
Get it from Amazon for $11.97.
18. Or a bag of premium clumping litter that your cats will love as much as you, thanks to its 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.
19. A concentrated marine conditioner because tap water isn't going to cut it if you want to create the best living conditions for your fish and other marine pets. This solution is designed to help remove chlorine and chloramine, as well as detoxify tap water of any heavy metals that might be contributing to a slimy coat on the inside of the tank. If you think Nemo and Dory are fine in there, you should read one of the 29,000 5-star ratings. *glub glub*
This solution can be used for both freshwater and saltwater tanks! All you have to do is pour one capful for every 200 liters of new or replacement water, and for the best results add it to new water first. For smaller volumes, use 2 drops per gallon.
Promising review: "I love this product and I recommend this to all my other fish parents and friends. The best water conditioner I've ever used and I definitely recommend for anyone who is curious or is thinking about buying definitely give Seachem Prime a chance!!" —Billionairebrat
Get it from Amazon for $5.99+ (available in seven sizes).
20. A rechargeable nail grinder featuring a low noise design to help make quick work of extra long nails in need of trimming without traumatizing your pup or stressing you out.
Promising review: "This is amazing for my dog! She hates when I clip her toenails and is always super timid but using this drill not only cuts the time down but also ensures her nails are even and helps to prevent me from cutting her quick. It charges super fast. I love that I can drill down her nails on the couch laying in the bed or literally anywhere because it’s wireless! Love love love, buy it! You won’t regret it." —TheoTheo
Get it from Amazon for $19.99+ (available in six colors).
21. A waterless cat bath — it’s a skin-moisturizing, leave-in foam, so it’ll take zero effort to bathe your kitto and you both will probably come out unscathed.
Promising review: "A beautiful female stray adopted us a few years ago. Against my husbands wishes we brought her in our home and she is now a loving part of our family. Since she is indoor/outdoor (she loves her outdoor time still — we hate it!) she gets stinky. Usually I wash her down with a cloth. But this last time she had an odor that was just horrid. You literally could smell her across the room. We tried a few things and nothing worked. Ordered this foam and I am not going to say she 'liked it' but she did smell better. She is extremely particular about where you can touch and where you can't, so having myself and my daughters rubbing her with foam wasn't her best experience! Using this is going to be her only bathing options from now on. Would definitely recommend!" —Lisa Valentino
Get it from Amazon for $10.39.
22. A portable doggie water bottle, so you can make sure your pup stays hydrated on the go! This leak-proof bottle fits easily in a backpack or bag, and even has a wrist strap for hands-free carrying while you're out.
When I knew I was bringing home a puppy, this was one of the first things I bought and it is 100% absolutely worth it. I carry this water bottle on almost every single walk and to the dog park — so much so that other people's pups come up to me for hydration, LOL! My puppy has even learned to come up and ask for water when he sees me with this. It's also great for having on-hand in the car. It's easy enough to use, you just press the button to dispense water and if your pup doesn't drink it all, you can press the button to recycle it back inside.
BTW, it's always a good idea to keep a collapsible bowl on-hand and this is a great one!
Promising review: "We needed to make a 2,400 mile road trip (round trip) with our dog who LOVES to drink water. We needed something that would be quick and easy in the car so we didn’t have to stop every time, and this worked out so well! I love that the water easily went back inside if she didn’t finish everything we pushed out, and the lock worked great without any spills. She loved it, and it fit on the door!" —Rae Quigley
Get it from Amazon for $18.98 (also available as a 12 oz. bottle).
23. A cleansing cream for wrinkly pups or pets with stubborn tear stains. I mean, just look at that before and after photo! Wouldn’t you be happier without all that gunk under your nose folds? Give this dog all the treats!
Promising review: "This cream is the miracle worker. My 2-year-old English bulldog had yeast in his wrinkles. I cleaned everyday with hydrogen peroxide but it didn't clear it up. It just kept it from getting worse. Then I used a mixture of hydrogen peroxide and apple cider vinegar but nothing. I also used the products from the Natural Dog Company but my bully hated the smell. One night I came across this product. I was desperate and decided to give it a try. Within 24 hours of using Squishface I noticed a huge difference. Within 48 hours it was almost gone. By 72 hours it had cleared up. I clean his face before bed and apply the cream. I only use once a day and that was enough for us. I can't say my bully loves it because seriously what bully likes having their wrinkles cleaned? He tolerates it and I love that it worked for us. It has no smell to it, it's natural, and it WORKS!" —KS92
Get it from Amazon for $20.67.
24. A baby gate, which will conveniently allow you to cook and/or eat without having to fight off a greedy puppy who loves to beg whenever anyone is eating. You could also clean without them fearlessly defending you from the vacuum. Just me? Anyway, adding to my cart right now.
Promising review: "Great product. Not at all difficult to install. Works just like it is described to work. Highly suggest that the little cups that fit on the rubber foot be used. You just screw them into the door frame/wall and put the rubber feet into them. It's still a pressure foot, but the little cups being screwed into the door frame make it very, very secure and stable. My old Aussie feels a little betrayed, but peace reigns. No more stealing cat food while I'm out and about, dang it." —Mary Valentine
Get it from Amazon for $34.99.
25. Burt's Bees dander-reducing spray because it'll help your cat’s coat look its best by minimizing flakes, softening skin, and reducing redness. Add this to kitty’s grooming routine for a purr-fect spa day!
Promising review: "I love this product for my cats, their skin is healthy with no pet dander. And it helps to comb through thick hair easily. It makes the cats coats so shiny. I also ordered the wipes because it is convenient and quick. People don’t believe my daughter is allergic to cats and she can come by for a movie because I keep cat dander away. And I have three cats!" —Blitzz
Get it from Amazon for $10.96.
26. 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 (available in white or gray).
27. Or, 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).
28. A touchless stationary vacuum to make dust pans a thing of the past because once you bring home a double-coated pup, 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 $20 off coupon to get this price; available in seven colors).
29. A length-adjustable pet hair broom that might end up replacing your vacuum (just kidding, you'll still want to vacuum because of dirt, dust, and surface pet hair), but its rubber bristles will remove all the embedded pet hair your vacuum misses. Just look at those pet-sized piles of hair in the photos! 😭
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: "I LOVE this thing!! Total life saver! My dog leaves literal tumbleweeds of wooly hair around the carpet, this really gets in there and makes it so easy to pick up." —j
"Where has this been all my life?? A statement my teenager said when she put this together and started to use it. With three dogs and living in Arizona (where it is always dusty) this works SO WELL. Maybe too well, because it got stuff up off the floor that I didn't even realize was dirty. This would be wonderful for anyone that has tile or wood floors — even if you do not have four legged family members. I especially love it because it is not heavy, and with my arthritis in my hands I can use this comfortably." —Linda D
Get it from Amazon for $12.98.
30. A Feliway multi-cat calming diffuser kit because sometimes cats and kittens don't take well to life changes like moving, new pet siblings, and more. This plug-in releases pheromones to mimic a nursing mama cat to help calm kitties and encourage good social behaviors between them (if you have several). Seems like an awesome investment if you love to foster cats or have a multi-cat home!
The kit includes the diffuser and one vial of Feliway, so grab refills! Just FYI, this diffuser won't solve all your problems, so you should still properly introduce new cats by keeping them separate for awhile, smell introductions, etc.
Promising review: "I can’t express enough how much this has changed mine and my cats' lives. Merging two households wasn’t easy on the cats. One male cat had a hard time moving into a new house with new pets. He had terrible behavior problems and would cause us and the other cats a lot of stress. His bullying led to the other two cats having health problems. He would get into moods where he would chase and attack the others and would not let up. We tried everything the vet suggested to reduce theses incidences, but getting Feliway was the only thing that worked. He is a completely different cat now. He is calm and his outbursts rarely happen. He has become a couch cat and has turned into the sweetest boy. The other cats aren’t stressed anymore and neither are we. We have three diffusers in the three rooms we have had incidences in. It definitely has more of an affect on the male cats than the female. If you aren’t noticing a difference with one diffuser I would suggest getting a second. We couldn’t believe that this one product could fix everything, but it did. If he starts to act out again we check the diffusers, and sure enough, one of them will be out. If your cats are having any behavior problems or stress please try this!" —Kristine Spencer
Get it from Amazon for $20.25.
31. Plus, this purring cat toy, so you can soothe your anxious kittens, both in the crate and after bringing them home from a very stressful vet visit.
Promising review: "My cat used to WAIL in the car all the way to the vet. I tried crating her, not crating her, letting her ride in my lap, nothing helped. On a whim I googled solutions and came across this. Tried it and IT WORKS!!!! She was quiet the whole way. I put her in a small crate with her cat bed, put it in the front passenger seat, put this toy right next to the crate door. I had to leave the toy outside because it times out after a minute or two and you have to keep squeezing it. But it worked like a charm! I suggest introducing your cat to it before the car ride so it’s not new and scary. But the sound is very soothing." —Jde19630
Get it from Amazon for $16.11 (available in four styles).
The reviews for this post have been edited for length and clarity.