Top 7 Christmas Gifts For Cats

October 11, 2021/0 Comments/in Cat Care, Fun Stuff/by Liana Waddy

Top 7 Christmas Gifts For Cats

Looking for a Christmas gift for a cat? We have 7 gifts you need to buy to fill up your cats stocking.

1. Yeowww!!!! Tide Candy Cane

I’m a huge fan of Yeowww!!!! toys. They’re a bit pricey but they are durable and can withstand the numerous bite marks, bunny-kicks, and cat slobber. Worth picking up any of their toys, not just their Christmas toys.

Yeowww!!!!! – 100% Organic Catnip CAT Toy – Tide Candy Cane – Made in USA On Amazon @ $14.50

2. Advent Calendar

Most pet stores, large box stores included, don’t list their annual advent calendars online unless they have a surplus of them. That means you’ll have to start checking stores around early November if you want to snag one of these hot ticket items. Last year I purchased the Merry and Bright Collection from PetSmart. As with human advent calendars, these came with 25 different toys – some hard, soft, and tinsel toys (those were thrown away). Providing my cats with a new fun toy each day leading up until Christmas.

Merry and Bright Collection from PetSmart

Purina Fancy Feast also did a food advent calendar which is ideal for a pet owner already feeding Fancy Feast. I found these at PetSmart and Target. It does appear they had an online exclusive offering last year that included a small 2020 ornament.

Purina Fancy Feast Advent Calendar

3. Double Decker Holiday Present Tower Cat Scratcher House – XL – Wondershop™

Each year, Target puts out new seasonal cardboard cat scratchers. They always have a few online exclusives so make sure to check online if you don’t see the one you want in store. These are fairly sturdy and are easy to assemble – I do recommend having some extra tape on hand. Currently I still have last years Christmas theater, even if it has a few chunks taken out of it.

Double Decker Holiday Present Tower Cat Scratcher House – XL – Wondershop™ on Target @ $34.99

4. CatWine

This isn’t the same wine you buy off the shelf. Made with filtered water, organic catnip, and organic salmon oil this wine is 100% cat safe.

Purrgundy on PetWinery.com @ $9.99

Also check out their DIY ice cream bar for both cats and dogs.

5. Personalized Letter Cat Toy

I love Etsy because of all the fun things you can find on it, handmade by local artisans. These letter toys are sure be a favorite as they’re catnip infused.

Letter Personalized Cat Toy on Etsy @ $10.00

If you don’t like the letter, the seller offers a variety of personalized cat toys for multiple holidays.

6. Christmas Lights Cat Toy

Does kitty like to get into the tree? Why not give them their own string of lights! This string is free from electrical components so they can play until their heart is content.

Christmas Lights Cat Toy on Etsy, Starting @ $14.00

7. Kitty Coal

For the “naughty” kitty on the list why not stuff their stocking with coal?

Okay, okay this isn’t real coal but rather a cute catnip toy shaped like a piece of coal.

Coal Cat Toys on Etsy @ $20.00

Now that you stocked up on Christmas gifts for your cat, you probably don’t want to have to go and buy new toys for a bit. Here’s how you can keep your pets toys looking like new.

How to Clean Your Pets Toys and Keep Them Looking New

August 17, 2021/0 Comments/in Cat Care, Dog Care, Fun Stuff/by Liana Waddy

How to Clean Your Pets Toys and Keep Them Looking New

Learning how to clean your pets toys is an essential skill every pet parent should have. Keeping your pets toys clean helps prevent illness in not only your pet but you as well. Who knows where that ball has been! It also can be a great way to get your pets excited about a toy again and helps to reduce wear and tear on toys.

While you’re at it, check out our blog on Interactive Puzzle Games for Cats and Dogs. Everybody knows our pets can never have too many toys.

But how do you clean your pets toys?

Use a natural sanitizing solution

The first thing you might reach for is dish detergent but wait! These types of products can leave residues that can be harmful if ingested. Using a solution of vinegar and water might not taste the best when your pet puts it in their mouth but it will be a solution that will not be harmful if any residue is ingested.

Machine-wash or hand-wash soft toys

Soft toys can become damaged if washed too roughly or even shrink if dried improperly! If your pet has a very dear soft toy this toy should be hand-washed to ensure it doesn’t shrink, seams don’t break, and stuffing doesn’t come out. Toys that your pet cares less about that are soft may be safe to machine-wash in a dedicates bag.

If you’re unsure it’s best to hand-wash. I’ve never had trouble with any of my pets larger soft toys. Smaller ones I usually hand wash as I don’t want them to end up in the “sock dimension”.

Spend more time cleaning those outdoor toys

Toys that have been outdoors have the potential to be covered in more germs that come from more sources. If your pet leaves their toys scattered in the yard, you don’t know who or what has potentially played with them overnight.

Rotate toys

Rotating toys is a great way to help keep your pets toys in better condition since they aren’t being played with every day. Rotating is also a great way to act as if the toy is new – especially toys that usually sit in the bottom of the bin.

Be excited when returning the toy

Treating an old toy like it’s a new one is a great way to encourage pets to play with their older toys. Just like with kids, they usually are much more interested in the newest toy they have been given and can use some encouragement to play with their older toys.

and finally…

Clean the toy bin

When was the last time you cleaned your pets toy bin? Not just the toys?

Do you have any tips we missed for cleaning your pets toys? Let us know in the comments or @WetNosesPetSitting.

5 More Cat Products Every Cat Needs In Their Life

July 10, 2021/0 Comments/in Fun Stuff/by Liana Waddy

5 More Cat Products Every Cat Needs In Their Life

If you read our last blog you might be looking for more cat products every cat needs in their life. Thankfully, spoiling my cats is practically my other job. Here are 5 more cat products every cat needs in their life.

1. P.L.A.Y. Pet Tent

I’m a huge fan of pet tents, not just P.L.A.Y. (Little Dove makes some adorable mini tents for pets). These tents provide a safe space for your feline companion to retreat to whenever they want. Plus they are aesthetically pleasing.

Pet Teepee Classic @ $69.99

If the $70 price tag is off-putting, I also recommend the Arkmiido Tent for $37.88.

2. P.L.A.Y. Lounge Bed & Matching Throw Pillow

P.L.A.Y. pet tents are great but what if you and your cat could have matching beds? If your cat isn’t a fan of tents, P.L.A.Y. has these adorable lounge beds that you can order a matching pillow for yourself! How cute is that?

Bamboo Lounge Bed Starting @ $108.99

P.L.A.Y. Pet-Proof Pillows @ $34.90

3. from The Field Ultimate Blend Silver Vine/Catnip Mix Tub

Did you know that not all cats are effected by catnip? If your cat doesn’t usually react to catnip try silver vine. Silver vine is in the same family as catnip but cat owners have found success with silver vine when catnip didn’t work. I put my cats toys into a Ziploc bag with some of this catnip, shake it up, and that refreshes them. I also have the spray which is great for toys where the catnip doesn’t stick well.

from The Field Ultimate Blend Silver Vine/Catnip Mix Tub on Amazon @ $7.99/2oz

4. Chilly Dog BarnYarn Cat Toys

These toys are great and sometimes they feature characters! I have one that’s Chicken Little, Pink Panther, and Winne the Pooh.

BarnYarn Animals 2-Pack Cat Toy @ $6.99

And if you cat goes nuts for these (or if you have a lot of felines) they do sell them by the case!

5. Litter Genie

While not technically for your cat to play with and use on their own, this little device is sure to make the chore of litter box cleaning so much easier. Only downside is you have to buy the refills at around $10 a refill it can get pricey.

Litter Genie (Prices Vary)
I don’t recommend buying this product off of Amazon because I’m found it either is a) Out of stock b) Way overpriced. I bought mine earlier this year for around $15. If they’re trying to sell you the unit and one refill for $70 shop elsewhere. Petco and Target also sell Litter Genies.

What products can’t your cat live without? Should we make a list of 5 more products? Let us know in the comments or @WetNosesPetSitting or #WetNosesPetsitting

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