Paw-sitively Useful Gifts for Cat and Dog Parents

Whether you’re a cat person or a dog person, if you have a furry friend at home, then you’re definitely a pet person. Pets may deserve all of our love, but it’s tough when you don’t always have enough time to play. 

A general rule of thumb is that dogs need up to two hours of exercise a day, but that can vary from pup to pup. Don’t forget your feline friend, though. Cats need stimulation, too, so make sure there are plenty of toys around, or your furniture might become prey to a mighty hunter. If you’re always on the lookout for fun ways to keep your pets happy, active, and engaged while you’re busy, take a look at these nine paw-some deals that’ll have your cats fe-line just fine and score 10 stars from your ca-nine (puns very much intended). 

Deals for Dogs 

No human needed for this dog toy

It’s no surprise this dog toy was fully funded on Indiegogo and Kickstarter. Your dog doesn’t have to wait for you to throw this automatic toy. The Wicked Ball rolls, vibrates, and plays with your dog on its own with three levels of intensity. It even has a snack hole for dogs who love to sniff out a tasty treat. Plus, it’s super smart and even factors in rest times to keep your dog active but not overstimulated.

Get the Wicked Ball: Interactive Pet Toy for $35 (reg. $49). 

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Dog training? No pawblem

Your security deposit isn’t the only reason to train your dog well. Whether it’s the vet or big booming fireworks, it’s stressful being a dog. Proper behavior training helps teach your dog how to act in stressful situations, and this puppy and dog training could help you both get there. This 12-hour canine crash course covers everything from basic training to focused behavior correction. Whether your dog is barking up a storm or pulling at the leash, the BBC’s Sharon Bolt may be able to help with tips for care, diet, and even starting up your own dog training business. 

Get this guide to puppy and dog training bundle for $30 (reg. $320). 

Netflix for dogs

You have your comfort shows you marathon to relax, but what about your dog? Next time you’re out of the house, turn on DogTV before you go. This dog-centric streaming service has patented programs created to help your dog relax, stay engaged, or maybe even get used to stressors like doorbells and car rides. DogTV programs might look and sound a little strange to you, but that’s because the colors and sounds are designed for dog eyes and ears. Soon enough, your dog might stop running for the door and start running for their favorite spot by the TV. 

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Get a DOGTV lifetime subscription for $159 (reg. $838). 

Learn more about your dog 

There’s more to know about your dog than their favorite treats and toys. Even if you’re the pet parent to a mysterious mutt, knowing your dog’s breed background could help you look out for health risks and get insights into your dog’s personality. This painless doggy DNA kit shows you the breeds behind your best friend, and it gives you nutritional suggestions and routine health alerts. All it takes is a swab of the cheek and a little time to learn more about your furry friend. 

Get the Orivet dog DNA test kit for $95 (reg. $109). 

 

Deals for Cats

A Purrfectly Fun Automatic Cat Toy

Worried about your cat getting bored while you’re at work? Just leave them a Cheerble Ball to keep them company. This three-mode automatic cat toy is an enticing companion for playful felines. The Cheerble Ball rolls on its own, and it even avoids obstacles like furniture, so there’s less chance of you coming home to yet another cat toy lost under the couch. It’s hard work being a cat, so this automatic cat toy plays in cycles with 10 minutes of activity and 30 minutes of rest. It’s also a cozy companion for a quick cat nap. 

Get the Cheerble Ball interactive cat toy for $40. 

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This laser pointer is wearable

It might finally be time for the mighty hunter to meet their match because this is one laser pointer they may never catch. The KiTiDOT is a collar-mounted laser pointer that could help sleepy cats and active kittens get some serious exercise. You can switch between normal, constant, and flickering modes, and you can even adjust where the laser appears in front of your cat. Plus, you finally don’t have to worry about any accidental lasers in the eye, which your cat might appreciate. 

Get the KiTiDOT cat collar toy for $24 (reg. $25). 

Let the robot point the laser

No need to hold the laser when you have this automatic cat toy. This cat laser robot is a self-activating laser toy that gives your kitty some real exercise chasing their favorite prey. This toy plays in 10-minute cycles, so you don’t have to worry about your furry friend getting too worn out. This laser toy is also totally silent, even while it rotates a random 360-degree pattern across the floor to activate your cat’s hunter instincts. 

Get a cat laser robot toy for $30 (reg. $39). 

 

Cat-activated play time

Your cat knows when it wants to play, so it’s pretty convenient that your cat is all that’s needed to activate this smart interactive self-rotating cat toy. This little cat toy is touch activated, so it’s ready to go when your cat starts to play. Grab some popcorn and watch this tiny ball flip, flop, and roll while your cat chases. And when playtime is over, the ball automatically enters standby mode after three minutes of inactivity.

Get this smart self-rotating cat teaser for $29. 

Feline fun with feathers

No batteries required for this self-balancing feather toy. Now your cat can pounce on feathers that will flip back up as soon as they let go. And if your kitty needs a little help getting invested in the game, there’s a hidden compartment for catnip. For cats who like a target they can really sink their teeth into, you can even replace the feathers with a ball. 

Get an interactive balance feather cat toy for $20 (reg. $39). 

Prices subject to change.