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Promising review: "I was getting sick of using a small bathroom trash can when cleaning my cat's litter box, it was unsightly and did nothing to contain the smell. This Litter Genie looks so much nicer, it's much more convenient to use and traps the odors much better. It was easy to set up, and I like that instead of having to go get another trash bag when it's full I just have to pull out the roll and tie up a new waste bag (the cutter tool is also very nice to have)." —Sara M.

This is made of sisal wood, which is stronger and sturdier than cardboard (the common material for scratching posts). 

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 (also available in cream).

Promising reviews: "I have many cats. My oldest is diabetic. Before he was diagnosed, he was urinating frequently and not always finishing inside the box. Plus, the high volume of urine caused clumping litter to stick to and harden on his paws. So much so that he didn't want to use the litter box. Protecting my floors was a real chore. ’Til I finally found this litter box. Thanks to the breeze box I no longer spend hours laying plastic down, cleaning accidents, deodorizing and drying floors. Everything stays inside and odor-free. Easy peasy. Saved my floors." —sherry l nicholl

Promising review: "My cats absolutely love this thing! When I was putting it together, my 20-pound tabby immediately went inside the tube, and did not come out for over an hour! It was easy to put together (even with a 20-pound cat inside lol). But, this entire thing set up is about 3 feet long. It is HUGE. Make sure you have room!! The material is surprisingly soft, both outside and inside the tunnel. And the light coloring allows light to filter through, which my cats like (I had a black tunnel that neither of them would go into). My smaller 10-pound tabby (black nose) LOVES to run around the house, and now he has added running a few laps inside this tunnel to his run lol. Both cats play in this ALL THE TIME. Both on the inside chasing each other, or one on the inside and one outside batting at each other. They use the tunnel as a good napping spot, and also a spot to hide from the vacuum or guests they aren't sure of. This has gotten soooooo much use from both cats. I would highly recommend this!!" —Trebeca

Get it from Amazon for $21.10+ (available in four colors/patterns).

Promising review: "I love this thing. It really does pick all the hair and lint off of our cloth couch. Def worth the buy since it is reusable! No fabric damage from use, it has lasted a year and still works perfectly. The compartment opens for you to clean it. It works on all fabrics from thicker cloth to thinner sheets." —Janelle

Get it from Amazon for $24.99+ (available in four colors/patterns and in a mini version).

Promising review: "None of my cats like to play with toys! They have so much energy but would get bored with any toy within days. I tried rotating them and interactive toys, anything and everything for hours and at different times. There is nothing that has kept my cats busy like these grooming tools! I have literally never seen any of them sit and mess with something for more than a few minutes, but my cats will rub on this for like 20 minutes at a time. 100% worth the money!" —Amazon Customer

P.S. Don't forget to add some catnip to your cart so you can make your cat an offer they can't refuse!

Promising review: "This litter box mat works well for catching litter before it gets tracked around the house. It’s a good size, easy to place in front of the litter box, and helps keep the area cleaner. The design is simple and practical, and it’s easy to shake out or clean when needed." —Rebecca Oubre

Get it from Amazon for $13.99+ (available in four sizes and five colors).

Promising review: "Our kitten, Spazz, LOVES the Purr Pillow!!! He loves to tackle and body slam the purple guy, as we call it, and grab it, bite it, and kick it with his hind legs! If there were ever a soft plush kitten/cat toy that can take extreme punishment, the Purr Pillow is it!!! He loves it so much, that when we give it to him, he'll run off with it in his mouth and put it in his special mini cardboard box. The Purr Pillow is more than worth its cost!!!" —Denice C.

Promising review: "We adopted a stray kitten, and we were having trouble getting her to put on weight. She was a picky eater, and it took a while to find food she liked. But she loves Churu and gets 2–3 per day as a treat to help her gain weight! I'm so glad she loves these, and we will continue to use them as treats for her and our other cats." —Michele B.

BuzzFeed Shopping editor Jenae Sitzes swears by it: "This is THE cat bed, y'all. Neither of my cats have ever really taken to a cat bed and much preferred to doze on their cat tree or curl up on a regular blanket — until I finally caved in and bought the Aspen self-warming bed a while back. IMMEDIATELY upon placing it on my couch, one of my cats crawled into it and happily began napping. As soon as he moved away, my other cat jumped in to take it for a test run as well — and immediately curled up as well. After about a week of them taking turns using it (literally, the cat *not* in the bed would lay next to it waiting for the other to leave — my polite boys 🥹), I realized I needed to buy a second one. They immediately took to that one as well, and now, they both have access to their favorite bed whenever they like!

Whenever I put my hand underneath them, I can definitely feel how warm they are underneath, so the bed's self-warming feature seems to work well. I think what they love most about it is the shape and how unbelievably cushy it is. And the sides of the bed are supportive enough for them to put their heads on, but still flexible enough for them to stretch out however they like. While the listing recommends this bed for cats under 10 pounds, larger cats will be just fine, as Sneaky is quite large (his affectionate nickname is "Chonky"), and he adores this bed. Most of all, I love knowing they won't be cold at night, especially when I'm away from home. Knowing I'll never have to waste money on another cat bed that sits unused is just the cherry on top. Highly recommend!!"

Promising review: "I have bought so many products over the years to remove hair off my cat. THIS product really works great!!! Spray a little water as they advise on little nubs, and massage your cat. Keep rubbing until the gloves are full, then peel the hair off them. My cat loves them, and they remove more loose hair than any other product. A must-have!" —Debbie Strahm

Get it from Amazon for $10.75+ (available in six colors).

Promising review: "Fantabulous water fountain. I am so happy. Cats are drinking lots of water. There is no sound. It looks perfect and chic. The material of product is aesthetically beautiful and durable. The filtration is quiet and performative. Cleaning and set up easy and efficient. Great fountain." —raz penot

Promising review: "The dragonfly in the pack is my playful 6-year-old cat's favorite thing! He plays with it for literally HOURS every day. And it’s been up for a month and a half now. It might not have wings or eyeballs anymore, but it’s still entertaining him!" —Ashley

Promising review: "My cat laid down inside this bed as soon as I took it out of the package. She sleeps on top and inside. She’s very old and sick, so she likes the warmth." —Liz

Get it from Amazon for $29.99+ (available in six colors and three styles).

Promising review: "I bought these treats hoping to improve one of my cats' breath, and the day we got them, all of our cats devoured them (I gave them about six treats each). In fact, after I put them away, our Maine Coon got on the kitchen counter and was trying to knock the treat container down to open it up. He definitely wanted more." —Sheila B.

Get it from Amazon for $3.48+ (available in four sizes).

Promising review: "I have a very active, playful cat who gets bored easily. I’ve bought him a lot of toys, and this is by far his favorite. It actually keeps him entertained and is big enough that it won’t get lost under the couch. He goes nuts for it and plays with it until it tires him out. It’s been amazing for getting his energy out. Highly recommend!" —Emma Bode

Get it from Amazon for $17.99 (available in three colors).

Promising review: "It was easy to put together, and no installation is required; it simply fits onto the window track and rests on the wall below. No holes made in your walls is a big plus! It is very sturdy but easily relocated if needed. I have two cats, and both fit quite comfortably together. The material is of great quality, and the bed portion is thick, super soft, and cushy. This has become their favorite place to nap or watch birds." —Jeff Drew

Get it from Amazon for $23.98+ (available in two sizes and four colors).

Promising review: "My 2-year-old sphynx is very energetic and the wheel lets her burn some of that off. Worth every penny to see my baby happy!" —Meaghan M.

Get it from One Fast Cat for $179 (originally $199; available in four colors/patterns and two inline wheel colors).

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, nontoxic 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 $19.91+ (available in four colors and as a refill kit).

Promising review: "My cat loves this bed! I was looking for an aesthetically pleasing cat bed, and this was perfect! It matches our decor while looking classy, while still being comfy for my cat. I’ve had it for almost a year now, and it’s still in perfect condition." —Placeholder

Get it from Amazon for $82.95 (available in two colors).

Promising review: "Could not be happier with this. I cannot stand the look of an open litter box. Previously, I took the doors off my bathroom vanity and sewed fabric into a curtain and hung that on a tension rod to hide the litter pan in. The way the pipes were set under the vanity in my new apartment made it so my cat didn’t have enough room to do his business with that setup anymore has taken to peeing in the shower, random spots. This solved the space problem and looks pretty. Nobody would know it’s a litter box!" —Dani

Get the base kit from Amazon for $59.95+ (available with two different plant types and in seven colors; also available in the "essentials kit"). 

Promising review: "I’m going through a checkered phase. I saw this and immediately bought it to put under my cat’s food and water. The material is thick and sturdy, and I LOVE the print. Super easy to clean too." —ashinginyourcoffee

Get it from Amazon for $9.99+ (available in twelve colors and two sizes).

My cats love this thing. My little kitten Jezebel has claimed the top as her own (seriously, she loves this thing), but my mammoth boy Archie (he's 20 pounds!) fits in the condo comfortably. I bought this in a hurry after Jez kept trying to knock my TV over — she really wanted to be involved in the football game my boyfriend and I were watching — and it has (*knocks on wood*) solved that issue. She can entertain herself for a while with the bell toy and scratchers, and then once she's tired herself out, she'll take a long nap up on the perch. And, at under $40, this is a GREAT budget cat tree.

Promising review: "Cat approved! Needed this height to match the window. Good oversize top bed for large cats. They use the scratching posts and cubby. Needed this size and simple option for the space. Easy to assemble and sturdy design. Great price." —Risa SJ

Get it from Amazon for $38.99 (available in five other styles). 

Promising review: "I really love the look. The larger size is helpful since I have two large litter boxes, with plenty of room extending in front so that any trailing litter on their paws falls off onto the mat before they reach the floor. I am so thankful that they came with two in the package so I can throw one in the washing machine while the other is in use. They wash nicely. It pretty much stays in place, although it is rather lightweight, so it can bunch up a bit when sweeping, but that is a very minor issue for me. I have a lightweight stand-up vacuum in the room that works well on it too. I threw out the rubbery litter-trapping mats that I used to use that were impossible to keep clean. I've been using these for about a month and hope they last a while." —Antonia B

Get a pack of two from Amazon for $24.99+ (available in three sizes and 11 colors). 

Promising review: "I am one who enjoys spoiling my cats, and this fun orange was no exception. My kitten loves to scratch, jump on top of the orange, push it across the room, and tries to get the stem to come off. It is definitely a fun scratcher for the cats to enjoy." —Sophia

Get it from Amazon for $49.99+ (available in three shapes and a larger cat tree style).

Get it from Smalls for $52 (available in two colors). 

Promising reviews: "Elderly cat loves this. Sides are not too high for her arthritic hips and fluffy enough to plop down on." —Nicole Greenough

"I had to come here and leave a review. I bought this bed for my overly sensitive, scaredy-cat that I adopted a few weeks ago. She’s honestly a bit of a mystery; she’ll start getting comfortable with us, then suddenly switch back to being distant and running away. She barely plays with toys and usually ignores anything new we buy for her. For context, we bought a similar bed a while ago from Petco. It sat right in front of her for three weeks, and she never got in it once; she did make sure to pee on it, though. The bed arrived just a couple of hours ago, and we’re genuinely blown away. Normally, she wouldn’t go near something new without days of sniffing; if she even accepts it at all. But this time, within just a few hours, she was already in it, looking completely relaxed. I’m seriously considering buying a second one." —zinsou messan

Get it from Amazon for $23.39+ (available in eight sizes and 20 colors). 

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