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Cat Owner Essentials
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items I have two cats, Simba and Killa. I love spoiling them like they are my kids! Here are some of the best cat essentials you should get if you have a cat or are planning on getting one! :)
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Cat food
Treats
Bedding
Litter
Toys
Cat food
One of my cats eats anything and everything. While my other cat is as picky as can be and I have to slowly introduce food to him. Here are some of the foods that have worked for my cats and have quality ingredients for them.
Gives your cats great hydration, I like to incorporate this since I do mostly feed my cats dry food.
Viva La Kitty® Creamy Broth Cat Treat - Grain Free, High Protein | cat Treats | PetSmart
This is by far my go-to for my cats. Both love to indulge in this. I like to give them half a scoop of dry food in the morning and then share a can between the two for dinner. It has great quality ingredients in it and has a good source of hydration.
Tiki Cat® After Dark Wet Cat Food - Non-GMO, Grain Free - Variety Pack, 12 CT, 33.6 OZ
When I first got my cats from the shelter, they were both on this food. I have tried to change them to other alternative somewhat cheaper cat food, and they won't budge. I also want them to live long lives so I like to spend the extra few dollars and...
Hill's® Science Diet® Adult Dry Cat Food - Chicken | cat Dry Food | PetSmart
I like to feed my cats one pouch in between the both of them. I usally feed this to them for dinner and they have the Hill Science dry kibble in the morning. This company makes all their pet food with quality ingredients which is why it is on the pri...
Hill's® Science Diet® Adult Wet Cat Food - Variety Pack, 12 CT, 33.6 OZ
This is a great snack option to include in your cat's diet in between meals or for added hydration. My cats go crazy over this and have loved every flavor option of it. It is not too expensive. This could honestly be considered a treat as well.
Viva La Kitty® Appetizer Cat Treat - Grain Free, High Protein | cat Treats | PetSmart
I love this modern design, I bought two for both of my cats. It is great quality and is easy to clean. I like the elevated design which makes it easier for my cats to enjoy their food. It is better for their neck/back. Quite affordable as well for th...
FUKUMARU Elevated Cat & Dog Feeding Bowls
I recently got this for my cats, and they LOVE it!! adds great hydration to their diet and is a great snack for them!
Hartz Delectables Lickable Treats™ Stew Cat Treats - Variety Pack, 12ct
Treats
Cats like snacks too!
I like to get the value pack since I have two cats. My cats have always loved these, I like that it helps with their teeth, they also have different sizes you can chose from.
Greenies™ Feline Greenies Adult Cat Dental Treats - Dental Care, Natural, Salmon | cat Treats | PetSmart
My cats go crazy over this treat. By far this would be their top treat they prefer over anything else. It has great quality ingredients and hydration. I have to stock up on 40 at a time. My ginger cat does not like sharing with my snowshoe. Often tim...
Inaba Churu Purees Variety Pack Cat Treats - Tuna, Grain Free
My cats are obsessed with these. They include all natural, good ingredients to keep your cats healthy and nourished. These also provide cats with added hydration which is always a plus. I like this large pack because it lasts me a good amount of time...
Inaba Churu Puree Cat Treat Variety Pack - Tuna & Chicken, 50 Count
These have great ingredients for your love bugs, while still being affordable.
Temptations™ Mixups Cat Treats - Soft & Crunchy, Catnip Fever
Kitty lollipops, how cute?! These are great for bonding time while feeding your cat(s) treats!
Bonkers Purr Pops Lickable Cat Treats - Tip Top Tuna
Bedding
Make sure your cat(s) have tons of places to lounge. Cats mostly like to be up high or hidden when taking a nap.
This cat hammock stays in place! I have two cats and they have both been on it without it displacing. The suction is very strong and holds up well. I got the large size which can fit both of my cats. Would also work for larger cats. There is a small ...
AMOSIJOY Cordless Cat Window Perch Hammock
This is great to have to keep your cats from clawing at your furniture. It has a section in the bottom where you can put catnip and it comes with some. Both my cats go crazy over this and enjoy it thoroughly.
Whisker City® Catnip Cat Scratching Post
My cats love lounging in this and being up high. They fight over who gets to be in it lol. Highly recommend! Cats love being up high so I would go for any beds that are up off the floor they tend to use them more.
Whisker City® 23-in Scratch & Play Two Posts Cuddler (COLOR VARIES)
Super cute if you are looking to style your home nicely, while also creating functionality for your cats.
Armarkat Gray Stripe Teepee Tent Cat Bed
Litter
Having two cats, controlling the odor is very important. These are some of the items that have helped me keep odors away and make my life a little easier.
I have gotten this December of 2023, and it has been a game changer! I bought a refill pack just in case for the bags, but I have yet to use it. The pack for bags it came with has lasted me 6 months and it's still not out, and I have two cats! This k...
Litter Genie™ Plus Cat Litter Disposal System
I got this for my cats after adopting my second one and they both use this one, over the smaller one. While it looks smaller in pictures it is actually quite large and fits perfectly in a corner of the room. Good quality and is easy to clean.
ExquisiCat® Hooded Corner Litter Box
This litter works great at masking the smell. I recommend if you have more than one cat. I can never smell the ammonia and it never smells terrible anymore. By far the litter I go for now almost everyday.
Purina® Tidy Cats® 24/7 Performance Clumping Multi-Cat Clay Cat Litter - Low Dust | cat Litter | PetSmart
This is the light-weight version of the litter I use. Great if you struggle with carrying the heavy litter or have back issues. It's very light but still masks the odors well.
Purina® Tidy Cats® 24/7 Performance Clumping Multi-Cat Clay Cat Litter - Lightweight | cat Litter | PetSmart
If you are looking to add style and hide the cat litter this option is perfect! It will hide the odors better while adding functionality to your space. This can be used anywhere in the house and looks like a bench!
Merry Products Pet Cat Washroom Bench + Merry Products Pet Cat Washroom Bench
Great clumping litter that hides odor well and isn't too heavy.
Purina® Tidy Cats® Free & Clean Clumping Multi-Cat Clay Cat Litter - Unscented, Low Dust
Toys
I love spoling my cats, they have their own toy box and lots of scratchers available so that they stay away from the furniture as much as possible!
This is a cute little bridge scratcher for your cats! My cats love that they can hide under it and they tend to use scratchers more that are off the floor!
Cat Wave Scratcher - Boots & Barkley™
If you like your house to look clean and aesthetic this option is a great one! I love the clean design of this, while also creating functionality for the cats to be under or on top of it and to scratch their hearts away!
Tunnel Cat Scratcher - Boots & Barkley™
My cats go crazy over this little guy! It helps them bring out their prey instinct and tire them out. They also love anything with tails lol.
Flying Squirrel Cat Toy - Boots & Barkley™
This toy set is so cute and silly. They absolutely love these. They have silvervine and catnip in them making them their go-to toys when playing.
Quirky Kitty hard Seltzpurr Cat Toy - 2pk
Target has such cute and quirky toys. These are super cute and they include silvervine and catnip in them!
Quirky Kitty Ramen Cat Toy - 2pk
Being a fan of sushi I love seeing these cute little guys around the house. My cats love to play with them due to the vibrant colors. Great for keeping my cats busy while I'm away at work!
Smiling Sushi Flush Cat Toy - 4pk - Boots & Barkley™
Cute design, cats enjoy the catnip and silvervine.
Quirky Kitty Spicy Meowgarita Cat Toy - 2pk
This will keep your cat(s) entertained. I like these because they include both silvervine and catnip, one of my cats loves catnip while the other perfers silvervine.
SmartyKat JungleKat Midnight Mice Cat Plush Toy - 3pk
Here's another quirky cat toy brought to you by Target, I'm telling you they have the funniest/different toy selection. They also include catnip and silvervine, making it so that your cat actually wants to play with it!
Quirky Kitty Rowdy Ranch Pizza Cat Toy - 2pk
My cats love playing together with this and running through and puncing on each other. My cats fit through it and I would say they are around 12 pounds each maybe a bit less so keep that in mind if you have a bit of a chunky one lol!
Whisker City® Cozy Pop-Open Play Tunnel Cat Toy
My cats love the strings attached to these toys! One of their favorite sets I have purchased for them for some reason!
Quirky Kitty Coffee Shop Cat Toy - 2pk
While I don't have this, I just came across it on PetSmart and now I want it for my fur babies. It is so cute, and I love the happy vibes it gives off. It has a tunnel area and a shaded part for them to take their cat naps.
Whisker City Sunshine Tunnel Bed
This toy set is affordable and vibrant. I find that vibrant colorful colors make my cats more attracted to it and want to play with it more. Has catnip in them as well.
Quirky Kitty Meowdagascar Cat Plush Toy
This froggy is so cute and vibrant. My cats love carrying it around and they look so cute and silly.
Kicker Frog Plush Cat Toy - Boots & Barkley™
This is perfect if you want to spend some quality time with your pet and play with them. My cats go crazy over trying to catch it and they both could play with it for hours if I was up for it lol..
Whisker City® Robotic Gray Mouse Cat Toy
Its a pickle!
Whisker City® Pickle Cat Toy - Catnip, Plush