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Cat Parent Necessities
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items As parents of four cats, the are the items we have tried and love to keep us and the furbabies happy.
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Scratchers & Shelters
Cat Care
Toys
Non-cat Stuff
Scratchers & Shelters
The top supporting a cat and scratching is necessary. They love to stand on top and sit inside.
Whisker City® Trailin' Off Trailer Corrugate Cat Scratcher 15.9x10.75x11.75in
We have this next to a window, so the cat on top can look outside and the one in the box feels safe and hidden.
TRIXIE Crazy Cube Stackable 1-Story Indoor Cat Condo, Cat House with Scratching Pad, Gray
Our three youngest cats love this style of tent. They play with them so rough that we often find them collapsed and have to set them back up for more play.
Whisker City Confetti Print Pop-Up Cube Cat Toy
We have these for nearly every corner in he house, cats always rub on them as they enter or leave the room.
Cat Self Groomer with Catnip Pouch
Tall enough for a real stretch and sturdy to not move since their standing on it.
Zakkart 2-Pack L-Shaped Cat Scratcher 25.6"
Wall scratcher, great for a spot that doesn't have floor space for a full scratcher. Can put at whatever height works for your cat.
Cat Wall Scratcher - Indoor Cat Scratching Board
Cat Care
Switching to stainless steel litter boxes was one of the best decisions we made. No plastic bottoms to absorb the smell!
Stainless Steel Litter Box with High Sides, XL
This water dish was a game changer, it is wireless to the base so you don't have to deal with a coard attached to the pump.
EverSweet Solo SE Pet Water Fountain
Fair warning: cat learn the sound of the jar opening within a few days. This is the only treat all four cats agree on and go crazy for.
Inaba Churu Puree Lickable Cat Treat Variety Pack - Tuna & Chicken, 50 Count
The cats were waking us up at 5AM until we got these auto feeders, now the magic machine is their food-giver.
Fresh Element Solo Automatic Feeder
This is our favorite cat litter. We prefer crystal litter and this doesn't clump like some do when they get saturated (even if they're non-clumping).
Meijer Crystals Cat Litter, Unscented, 8 lb
We have 3 of these (in 3 colors). They're soft but sturdy to not fall in on the cats. The top-down and side-open options are very helpful for difficult cats. And the removable pad is comfortable for the cats and easy to clean when necessary.
Cat Carrying Case - Airline Approved Pet Carrier
One cat is very snuggly. This lets me keep her close and snuggled securely and still able to use both my hands and walk around.
Cat Carrier Sling, Breathable Small Pet Carrier
Toys
This is one of the only cat toys that all four of our cats will chase. It is so useful and fun to watch them try to catch it.
Cat Dancer Original Toy
This works as a great distraction to the cats and a way to practice ribbon dancing. We will occasionally see one of the cats dragging it around, proud of their prey.
Cat Dancer Cat Charmer Interactive Cat Toy Wand RAINBOW
All the cats know the sound of the puff gun getting ready to fire and all come running. A great distraction when fights are starting.
Alilang Interactive Cat Ball Tossing Toy Set with Handheld Play Tool and Soft Pom Balls, 20 Balls
If your cat reacts to catnip, these are a must. All of our cats react to them and try to gut rip them to death.
Catstages Magic Dynamite Cat Toy
It doesn't just go in a circle; it keeps the cats guessing. They come running when they hear it turn on.
YVE LIFE Interactive Laser Cat Toy
This toy lets us roughhouse with the cats who enjoy it without them hurting them or us (or teaching them hands are toys). It offers protection for gut ripping all the way up to my elbow. Takes a bit to learn how to play with each cat, but worth it.
Cat Wrestling Glove
Non-cat Stuff
Combined with a little glue and cardboard, these lets build them cardboard scratchers to any shape/size we want.
2PCS Cardboard Cutter for Cat Scratchers
There are always messes to clean up, and always on the carpet. We love this carpet cleaner, the built-in brush is very helpful and it has done a good job keeping our carpet from staining.
Woolite Fresh Fabric Carpet & Upholstery Cleaner - 12oz
I've been surprised how much this helps kill the smell of unhappy areas. We always keep it on hand.
Pooph Mineral-Based Pet Stain Remover & Deodorizer For Cats & Dogs, Paraben Free, 20 Oz
This is helpful for cleaning hair off all the different fabric surfaces, especially the couch. Be careful on delicate fabrics, though.
Uproot Cleaner Pro Hair Removal Tool for Cats and Dogs, Medium