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1. A cat tree so they have their own little castle to sleep, scratch, and play in. You have your own apartment, let them have theirs!
BuzzFeed Editor Jenae Sitzes has this to say: I've owned this exact cat tree for about a year and a half now and have to say, for the amount of use you (well, your cats) get out of it, it's a steal at this price. My cats (that's them on the right above) are on this thing EVERY day. There are sisal-covered posts along the entire height of it for your cats to scratch, and the rope is just now starting to come apart from the amount of feverish scratching my younger cat, Chicho, has done to it (which, for less than $100, I'm not mad about). Now, there are some parts of this tree my adult cats simple weren't interested in using: the hammock on the first level, the cubby hole on the second, and the tunnel on the third. Those are absolutely designed for kittens, making this a great tree for cats of all ages. My cats prefer the two top tiers of the tree and the side basket — which my very thick older cat, Sneaky, curls up in for his afternoon naps every single day. I appreciate that this cat tree doesn't take up a *ton* of space either and fits very well in my NYC apartment. If you've got a couple of kitties and haven't gotten them a dedicated cat tree yet, take this as your sign that it's worth it!
Get it from Amazon for $69.32+ (available in six colors).
2. An automatic cat feeder to ensure they're fed at the correct intervals even when you have to be away for a bit. You can even record a small voice message to go off at feeding time so they can hear your declarations of love along with lunch.
It plugs into the wall, but it also accepts batteries in case of power outages.
Promising review: "We held off for years telling ourselves our cat would eventually accept his feeding time if we were consistent in ignoring him. Well, here we are. Wish we bought this sooner; best money I've ever spent. Plus, we can more easily leave our cat for a few days without worrying as much. The battery backup is a nice feature, and it's easy to program, and once you get it set up you basically don't need to do anything except monitor the amount of remaining food. My only slight complaint is that the bowl itself is a hollow plastic, so the food hitting the bowl was actually loud enough in the other room to wake us up. So we now just have it dispense onto the mat we have." —Jen E
Get it from Amazon for $69.99+ (available in two colors and two sizes) — clip the coupon to save an extra $15.
3. A suction cup cat hammock so they can lounge in the sun riiiight up against the warm window. They'll also spy on the neighbors and report back any drama for you.
Place it near a cat tree, and they'll be able to jump back and forth between them!
Promising review: "I recently just moved out of my parents' place, where there were screened-in porches and large windows with easily accessible views for my cat, into an apartment that has few windows he can look out of. I bought this hoping it would give him a place to look outside and enjoy an afternoon nap. He typically never uses any cool stuff I buy for him, but as soon as he figured this out he fell in love with it! I find him most days lounging in it and watching all the animals that fly or walk by. I personally decked it out with a cozy blanket and some fake eucalyptus vine to make him feel like he’s in the wilderness. It’s easy to put together and hang and also comes apart easily. Would definitely recommend for an apartment kitty!" —Sara P
Get it from Amazon for $19.89+ (available in two colors).
4. A set of sleek, modern elevated bowls that are elevated and tilted, making nosh time easier on their neck and tummies. Small changes can make big differences!
The wide design of the bowl will also help prevent whisker fatigue, which is when their whiskers get irritated from being touched or stimulated too much.
Promising review: "I have always had a problem with my one cat vomiting undigested food. My vet told me she was probably eating too fast. I stumbled upon an ad on Facebook stating the bowl position was the reason for cats vomiting; bowls resting on the floor put their neck at an odd angle and can cause acid reflux. I’ve used them for about two weeks and my cat has not vomited once! It was almost a daily occurrence prior to purchasing these! I did have to rest their old bowls inside these to get them to eat. But after a few days I could put the food directly into these bowls and they did not complain." —kindlefire09-8
Get it from Amazon for $23.99.
5. A self-grooming toy so they can give themselves a nice little massage on their own time. You're a great brusher, but you can't stand there with a brush 24/7 quite like a wall can.
Promising review: "Our two cats love this — we have three in various rooms in the house. The scratcher really helps with our overly aggressive cats who like to 'nuzzle' our TV trays while we have coffee on them/almost tipping them over — we just pick them up, set the cat near one of the scratchers and re-direct them that way. We used those peel-and-stick velcro tabs to affix to the corner of the kitchen island and two hallway corners. They have been up for over six months at this point — no issue!" —wmchef
Get it from Amazon for $11.52.
6. An ultra-cute ceramic water fountain to keep their water circulating and fresh all day long. It will also be uhhh the cutest piece of decor in your house? So prepare to give it a place of honor.
Happy & Polly is a small business with an incredible collection of cutesy cat and dog products, from carriers and scratching posts to water fountains and even apparel.
BuzzFeed Editor Jenae Sitzes had this to say: I've been using this cactus water fountain for months and absolutely love it. I've used the cheap plastic kind in the past and noticed that 1) they get dirty fast and are annoying to clean, and 2) cats can knock them over or push them around. This ceramic fountain has solved all my problems, and the best part is that both of my cats actually love drinking out of it! It's hefty and doesn't shift around as they are trying to drink, and there's been no attempts to dismantle it either. It gives off a good flow from either side of the cactus in the middle, and my cats either like to nibble on that or drink around the hole the water flows into. This fountain is also super quiet, though you'll notice it making a bit of a noise when the water gets low (which helps remind you to clean it out and put in fresh water), and it shuts off entirely when out of water for safety. Ample hydration is *so* important for cats, especially if they're mostly on a dry food diet, so it's worth it to invest in a proper watering fountain that's built to last. And this one is.
Get it from Happy & Polly for $69.99 (originally $79.99).
7. A wall mounted cat capsule that's equally as comfy for your cat as it is funny for you. Where *won't* this little guy curl up?
Promising review: "This product brings us endless joy. I installed it eight feet off the ground and at first worried it was too high for the cats. I kept a small blanket in there and coaxed them in with treats so they’d get use to stepping into the curve. I eventually took the blanket out and now our youngest cat has claimed this as his spot and LOVES it. We love to see all the different ways he squishes his body into a liquid to sleep." —V
Get it from Amazon for $99.98.
8. An organic cat grass growing kit that your cat will enjoy noshing on for some extra vitamins and fiber. A plant of their own may also deter them from eating your other houseplants. Phew!
Plus, it comes in an adorable cat face mug!
The Cat Ladies is a family-owned, southern California-based small business founded in 2015 by a mother-daughter duo, who wanted to create unique, organic, non-toxic products for other passionate cat owners.
Promising review: "As far as the flavor goes; the kitties seem to find it top notch! Was tall enough after only five days; but we held off for day six to make sure 'little destroyer' didn't pull it out by the roots! The cup opening keeps the shoots tight together unlike some you buy in the pet store. We couldn't be more pleased. We ordered a refill at the same time and plan to order again just to have two cups so my kids don't fight for position. No mold problems if you follow watering directions." —Kathleen M.
Get it from Amazon for $19.94.
9. A tunnel bed because what cat doesn't love curling up in an itsy-bitsy hard-to-get-to space? It even has a few swinging toys attached. What is this, cat heaven?!
The middle of the tube has a plush cat bed in it, so they can also take cat naps there if they prefer to use the tunnel for play. You could also lay a blanket in the tunnel for added comfort!
Promising review: "My cats LOVE this bed and tunnel combination. I hear them racing through it at all hours of the day and night. It is quite big, so make sure you check the dimensions if you are living in a small space like I am." —Pet_Parent
Get it from Amazon for $39.50+ (available in four patterns).
10. A clear toy blocker to keep tiny stuffed mice and balls with bells from disappearing under the couch, oven or fridge, never to return.
It can also help discourage them from hiding under furniture!
Promising review: "A must-have for ALL pet owners. This contraption is genius and will save cat (and dog) owners insane amounts of time and frustration retrieving toys. We used this beneath our oven and it works PERFECTLY. Cat can't destroy it (the way she shredded the foam insulation we had stuffed under there before) and we no longer have to get the yardstick out when literally all of her toys are 'gone.' Yes, this is a challenge to install, but 100% worth it. I'd buy it again in a heartbeat." —Allison Goldstein
Get it from Amazon for $12.98+ (available in three sizes).
11. A cat door so they can sashay in and out of the house to either go outside or onto an enclosed porch at their own leisure.
It has a slide-in closing panel with a lock so you can restrict access when you don't want your cats going out, and the whole thing is easily removed thanks to its spring-loaded frame that lets you lift it right out of the sliding door track.
Promising review: "Our cats took right to it! I figured it was going to be a nightmare training them. One of them jumped through it as I was installing it, AND I even had the main door wide open. It was hilarious! Anyway, I wanted to say that the retractable top makes it so easy to install and remove at will! It wasn’t something I was looking for, but once I realized this awesome feature, I knew it was a bonus! So, I quit on installing it permanently with all the screws and went with it as is. Now, when we are going to be gone longer than a day, I can just simply pull the retractable top down a little and remove the door. I was a little bummed about the sealing, or lack thereof, where the door makes contact with the PetSafe insert. So, I just ran up to the store and grabbed a couple of different weather strip seals and put one on the PetSafe insert and one on our sliding glass door, overlapping them so they seal each other as the door closes shut. We bought the medium-size pet door because we have 15- and 20-pound beast cats. Our biggest fits just fine. I also fashioned a bar to fit between the door to brace lock it when we are asleep or gone. Lastly, the weather stripping it came with for the back of the door is fantastic! Very simple, and the sticky stuff is great!" —Lookin4That1Thing
Get it from Amazon for $164.95+ (available in three colors, five sizes, and three styles).
12. A clever Door Buddy latch to conveniently keep larger dogs out of certain spaces while giving your cat the option of coming in. If there's one thing cats love it's VIP access.
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.
13. A catnip alternative variety box featuring a suite of ingredients and chews beloved by the cat community at large. What a smorgasbord!
The box includes matatabi chew sticks, silvervine powder, valerian root, and an all-natural blend of catnip packed with the most potent part of the plant: its flowers. The box comes with one refillable toy.
Meowy Janes is a small New Jersey-based business that sells all natural catnip and alternatives such as whole silvervine fruit.
Promising reviews: "This stuff is a lot better than regular catnip. From the time I open the box, my two cats are all over me to get at it. Just a little bit at the time will satisfy them. They like chewing and rubbing on the sticks as well as playing with toys that you apply it to. I have purchased this a couple of times and they never get tired of it." —C. Scroggs
Get it from Amazon for $36.81. They sell everything separately in their shop too, so once you figure out what your cats like, you can always order more of that specific item!
14. An outdoor catio so they can experience more of the outside world without having FULL access to the neighborhood. They'll love the wind through their whiskers. You'll love knowing where they are.
Psst — the cat door above would work well as an entrance to this. It has a front door for humans to pass through for playing and cleaning and six large platforms cats can lounge on, and the roof is covered with asphalt for weather protection.
Promising review: "Once I rescued my fourth cat, I realized I had become a cat lady, so I figured I’d just roll with it and buy the cats their own patio. They absolutely love their extra freedom to come and go. They watch the lizards sunbathe in the morning and spend hours out there during the night. We have the cat door in the window so just like my human kids, they are constantly in and out. Shipping was faster than anticipated. No issues with packaging, parts or assembly." —Momma
Get it from Amazon for $299.99+ (available in three colors).
15. A set of soft catnip-infused felt balls they can (and will) bat around all day long, much to the relief of your ever-chewed on shoelaces.
Simply B Vermont is a small business located in, you guessed it, Vermont. They make all kinds of adorable pet accessories and toys for cats AND dogs.
Promising review: "The seller was super thoughtful and attentive, and most important of all our kitties are obsessed with these balls! Even my shyer one is running around with these having an absolute blast even without my tossing them around. It’s also wearing her out which is quite hard to do. Highly recommend!" —Ketti Schulenberg
Get a set from Simply B Vermont on Etsy for $9.25+ (available in three styles; catnip refills also available).
16. A wall-mounted scratching post to — fingers crossed — give your couch a reprieve from those tiny knife-like claws. This sturdy and satisfying post should draw your cat's eye, no problem.
It's also very sturdy, so bigger cats won't have to worry about this wobbling around whenever they scratch it. The material here is sisal wood, not cheap cardboard, so it should last you a long time as well.
Promising review: "The average cat scratching post is a hideous blend of string and beige carpet that sucks the soul from any room in which it is placed. Not this one. This scratching post is sleek, well made and unassuming, blending easily into any room. It arrived well packaged and was easy to install with the hardware provided. Furthermore, it is robustly constructed and stands up to constant use by my cat." —D James
Get it from Amazon for $39.99.
17. A catnip wall mount so they can enjoy their sweet sweet nip without making a mess or sending toys flying all the heck over the place for you to pick up later.
It's flavored with cat sugar, catnip, silvervine, and gall fruit, respectively.
Promising review: "My cats absolutely LOVE this toy! I really like that it adheres to wherever you want to put it, PLUS it is a no mess catnip/treat option for your furry babies! I bought two and WILL be getting more soon, I love them that much! HIGHLY recommend this product and this seller!!!!! Seller is also really sweet and is quick to respond to emails should you have any questions! You don't find customer service like this anymore, THE BEST!!!" —Pumphrey
Get it from Amazon for $9.99 (also available as standalones without the board).
18. A heated cat bed if your cat's most human-like quality, is hating the cold and getting really grumpy about it. Help them warm up with their own little electric blanket.
If your cat isn't a fan of the hood on this bed, it zips off easily.
Promising review: "As a cat owner, especially an old cat, I was skeptical he wouldn't use this but OMG!! He loves this thing!!! And I love that I can keep it plugged in without it getting too hot. I have a big Maine Coon cat who's really hating the cold and he's just enamored with this. Definitely a winner! When I took it out of the box I plugged it in and put him in after 20 minutes. Once it was warm I think I had to deliberately put him in two or three times before he realized how cozy it was. It's now his #1 sleep spot. Couldn't be happier! Worth it!" —Amazon Customer
Get it from Amazon for $53.49+ (available in two sizes and two colors).
19. Or a heated, weatherproof kitty shelter to give your outdoor cat their own little safe space in your backyard. I'm obsessed with the thought of both of you staring each other down from your "porches" like neighbors.
It's really meant for one cat, but it's so cozy you might end up with a number of cats trying to squeeze into it at once!
Promising review: "This is by far the best thing we have purchased on Amazon yet. The thought that went into making this house is amazing. The people who made this thought of everything. It's durable, easy to put together, and it has two openings — which, if anyone knows cats, especially feral ones, they need two openings if they want to go inside something — and it heats up. What's not to love? This was something we were able to purchase because it wasn't too expensive, and now we get to help a homeless kitty stay warm for the winter. You guys rock." —Angela S.
Get it from Amazon for $54.99+ (available in three styles).
20. A purring toy that can bring comfort to cats who have recently lost a companion or cats who have just found a new home. It's gonna be OK, buddy.
Promising review: "Works like a charm! I recently found myself a cat mama of an abandoned week-old kitten. I bought this knowing she needed just something to cuddle up to in her bed. Turns out it basically hypnotizes her to sleep. She crawls to it, kneads it, and eventually her meows turn to silence. I wish the purring lasted longer but for $10 it is a lifesaver. She's pooped on it a couple of times so I've had to throw it in the washer and dryer minus the battery pack. It's held up great." —S Leytem
Get it from Amazon for $10.84.
21. A package of salmon nuggets to use as positive reinforcement after unpleasantries like medicine time or just as a little treat. Their only ingredient is salmon and they're preservative free, making them a fancy and healthy treat, indeed.
Ava's Pet Place is a Black-owned, woman-owned small business founded by Ava, who begged her parents to let her start a business when she was just 6 years old. Today, Ava and her mom process hundreds of orders a month of their pet treats made from organic and all-natural ingredients.
Just be sure to refrigerate after opening!
Promising review: "My son's cat meows really loud. When we offer the salmon, you can hear that cat as far as next door. Keeps meowing until she is satisfied. Another big hit with us." —Sharron B.
Get it from Ava's Pet Palace for $9+ (available in three sizes).
22. A pack of interactive chirping cat toys if your cat's inner hunter is still alive and well but you'd rather not have to chase birds out of your house after your cat wrangles them inside.
Promising review: "We'll be purchasing again! Our cats love these! Both cats will chase after them and one will even retrieve the ball and bring it back to you to throw again. He hasn't done that in a long time. They love the sounds they make when you throw them! Great idea and a great toy! Thanks!!! : )" —Randy Garner
Get it from Amazon for $9.98+ (available in four styles).
23. A realistic-looking flopping fish that may entice even the most toy-neutral cats around. Who could resist a shiny, moving fish right on their very own floor?
BuzzFeed Shopping writer Mallory Mower says: "This flopping fish toy is beloved in our home. My two cats love it equally (which has never happened before) and when I say LOVE it, I mean it! I now own a number of fish that just chill on the floor in different rooms 24/7 because the moment I found a cat toy they actually played with...I embraced it whole-heartily!"
Promising review: "I'm never sure if a new cat toy will be received as well as I hope, but this one sure delivered! My three cats have been playing with it almost non-stop, except for when I have to take it away to charge it. It took them a few minutes to realize that they had to touch it to get it to move when it stopped flopping, but once they understood it, they were off to the races. I can't speak to the durability of it, but since the cover can be removed for cleaning, I'm thinking it should last a long time." —Amazongal
Get it from Amazon for $13.49+ (available in seven styles).
24. A butterfly spinner they'll hang around allll day if they get the chance. "I'm gonna get you next time, butterfly," is your cat's entire inner monologue now.
This set already includes two replacement butterflies, but you can also get a refill pack if your cat plays with this enough for added wear and tear. This also needs three AA batteries; not included.
Promising review: "This butterfly toy is great and so far as I can tell, durable. My cats are pretty rough on their toys and this thing seems like it will last quite a while. The best thing about it is the balance. This is the first one of these types of toys that my cats have not knocked over! That's amazing!" —Kake
Get it from Amazon for $16.99.
25. A discreet plant-like litter box so their potty isn't as much of an eyesore in your home. The litter box is one of the ultimate downsides of cat ownership, and this greatly softens the blow.
Promising review: "My cat loves this litter box! It gives him privacy. I also love it because it doesn’t look like a litter box at all, just a nice plant I’ve added to my house. Everyone compliments me on it not knowing it’s my cat’s toilet. This litter box also contains any bad smells pretty well, and it covers up stuff I wouldn’t want anyone to see when they come to my house. I used to have to clean the litter box several times a day, and now I only have to a few times a week. Definitely worth the buy. We love it!" —Brooke Young
Get it from Amazon for $89.90+ (available in three colors).
26. An interactive Cat Dancer toy that's under $5 and worth its weight in gold when it comes to entertaining your cat (and yourself) with high jumps, swats, and catches.
Promising review: "Have you ever wanted to see a feline version of Tony Hawk (without the skateboard)? Buy this piece of wire and cardboard paper and your dream will come true. There's not much of my furniture and walls that I HAVEN'T witnessed my kitty doing wall walks and flips off of in order to chase this toy. Not only that — she puts so much super-feline effort into catching this toy that she ends up PANTING and having to take little rests every minute or so. When my husband first purchased this cat toy, I rolled my eyes thinking it would be completely ignored by our cats and end up in the garbage. Now I know it is the only surefire way to get my cats up and moving, playing, exercising, and bonding. Best cat toy on the planet!! Buy two or three, because they will need to be replaced after a little while, depending on how much your kitty chews on the cardboard bits." —Valarie
Get it from Amazon for $3.99.
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