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Yes, they may be cute, but their smell sure isn’t.

Promising review: "I was pleasantly surprised with these candles — the powerful scent enveloped my kitchen and part of my entrance hall, that's how potent this beautiful scent is. I chose to use the vanilla crème brûlée — wow wow wow. Absolutely amazing. Not once do you think that this is a pet odor–eliminator candle as the scent envelopes my ground floor with a warm fuzzy happy feeling." —Maria Puzone

Check out BuzzFeed's review of the Pet House candle for more deets!

Get it from Amazon for $23.99 (available in 11 scents and also in two-packs).

Promising review: "Initially, I bought this because I’m potty training a puppy and it’s not going great. This product really worked well on my carpets for the dog messes! However, I’m writing this review because my jerk cat decided one evening that my new comforter was a great potty spot. Thankfully, I noticed the mess immediately, so I was able to get this product on it immediately as well. I did let it sit overnight to really penetrate the stuffing even though that isn't in the directions. I was certain the comforter was a goner. I tossed it in the wash the next morning, and I am BLOWN AWAY by the lack of smell or stain. Cat urine is so stubborn, and it can easily feel overwhelming when trying to eliminate the smell, but this product 100% has my support. I am buying more the second I’m done with this review. I love it." —lexi

Get it from Amazon for $23.92+ (available in two scents and two sizes).

Promising review: "Two months ago we got an 6-month-old puppy who has needed some time to get adjusted. That included more than a few accidents in our living room and on his bed. This machine has made clean up of everything so much simpler and I love that it's deep cleaning and has a nontoxic pet cleaner so that our not-so-little puppy can isn't harmed through exposure or smells. Also helpful since my teenage sons like to camp out on the couch with their friends on long weekends and our couch gets that fresh clean smell in an hour." —Kindle Customer

Get it from Amazon for $99.99 (available in two colors).

Psst — you can also control it through an app and connect it to Alexa or Google to seriously make this a hands-free experience. The app has real-time notifications, weight tracking, and cleaning schedules!

Promising review: "Excellent product working exactly as promised. It took my cat a couple of days to get used to the new litter box, and he was very scared of the cleaning process, but we kept the old litter box nearby to ease the process, and it worked. Now I don’t have to worry about the smell and need to clean the box at least daily. All I do is exchange the bag once a week, add more litter, and wipe the inside as needed. This is a lifesaver for us since we like to travel,l and now I don’t have to bother anyone anymore to come and clean the litter box. Highly recommended!" —Lidia Z.

Get it from Amazon for $359.99+ (available in two sizes).

BuzzFeed Shopping editor Jenae Sitzes owns and swears by this mat for her cats: 

"I've been using this trapper mat for over a year now, and while it's pretty much impossible to eliminate all litter from your home if you own even one cat, let alone many, this mat has made keeping the floor of my litter box room MUCH more manageable. Unlike other mats, where the litter just kind of sits on top and eventually gets kicked elsewhere, this mat is designed so that the litter falls through the holes and stays inside the mat until you're ready to dump it. It's made out of an EVA material that's supposed to be gentle enough for cat paws, and my two kitties don't seem to have a problem walking on it. I *highly* recommend getting the larger 30-by-24-inch mat to extend the coverage area — I initially got the smaller one but went back for the larger size and it's perfect. Note that the mat will probably have a fold down the middle when it first arrives, but just give it some time and weigh it down with something if needed; it'll lay flat."

Promising review: "I can't live without it now. My cats are a big pain in my butt when it comes to pushing litter out of the litter box. Sometimes they even just play with it (which I don't understand) and this product saves me so much time and energy on cleaning up their mess!" —Naomi

Get it from Amazon for $11.27+ (available in four sizes and five colors).

You can use it hammock style or car bench style. It also has nonslip backing, adjustable headrest anchors, seat anchors, trunk cargo liner, and two seatbelts openings to keep your pup in place.

Promising review: "This thing is a lifesaver! I hike a lot with my dogs and they love swimming and tromping through all terrains. They are also quick to roll in anything they can find — dead or digested — and this cover has SAVED MY CAR. It is waterproof and easy to clean. It is even easier to install. I loved it so much I bought a second and a third for my sister’s and mom’s cars. I have had other backseat covers before, but they were thin and came in cheesy prints. This one is black, which matches my car’s interior, and is nicely quilted. I would rate this 100 stars if I could." —Katie G.

Get it from Amazon for $29.99+ (available in three sizes, 14 colors, and two fabrics).

Check out our full write-up of the GermGuardian air purifier for more deets!

Promising review: "Wow, this air filter really works. I'm truly amazed and can literally breathe easier now. Prior to purchasing this, I was having to use my emergency inhaler three to four times per day and night since allergy season began. From the moment it was plugged in, I haven't had to use my inhaler at all, and I didn't even realize it until about a week of use. No more running nose, itchy eyes, wheezing, and sneezing 50 times in a row. I live in a pine forest in high altitude and it works that well. I highly recommend this to anyone who suffers from allergies and asthma — it has made my quality of life improve greatly." —calcrnflakegirl

Get it from Amazon for $80.74+ (available in two colors).

Promising review: "WOW! Honestly, I was a little skeptical of the promise of these pads, but I bought them just to try out. THEY WORKED AMAZINGLY WELL! Seriously. I have some stains that are 1.5–2 years old. I've tried everything to get them out. I put these pads on the stains (two to cover the spot), let sit for about an hour, pulled them up, and the stain was gone. I truly couldn't believe it. The pad was yellow. Somehow the old urine was soaked up into the pad. My carpet looks like new. I couldn't recommend these any higher for what I wanted and what I got. Wish I could give this more than five stars." —Matt

Get a pack of 20 from Amazon for $27.49.

Promising review: "I've tried a number of puppy pads since I have a small toy dog and am pleased to report that these do a good job of absorbing urine and affordably priced." —Buffy

Get a pack of 100 of the regular-size pads from Amazon for $18.99 (available in other pack counts and two larger sizes).

Promising review: "We pad trained our Cavapoo and his pads are in our laundry room. He tends to lift his leg just a little toward the dryer, so having the pads now going up a little on the side of the dryer has eliminated that issue. They are very strong and super easy to use." —Kay K.

Promising review: "OMG this is disgusting!!! I hope this isn't all just cat pee that shows up cause there is a lot! I bought this because I thought my cat was peeing in one room and couldn't find the exact spot so I bought this. Found the spot and more. Would recommend." —Momof3boys

Sprinkle & Sweep is a small biz specializing in products for cleaning up after pets.

Promising review: "Smells amazing! My blind dog makes a big mess. Thank you for making clean up a breeze." —Amazon Customer

"This is great product for any kind of pet mess. Just spinkle on mess, wait a few minutes and sweep. Works on hard floors or carpet. It is gritty though, will track on hard floors. This bag has lasted six months with a senior cat who tries to get to the box." —Cristina Moon

Get it from Amazon for $18.97+ (also available in a set with a sweeper).

They can be used wet or dry and on basically every type of flooring and even drywall if you're so inclined. Since they can be thrown in the wash, one microfiber pad can replace up 100 single-use pads. 

Promising review: "I love love love this product! I am a total recycling person and to be able to use and wash these are just amazing! No more buying the throw away cloths anymore for me! They pick up everything, especially dog hair. Just attach it to your Swiffer with the Velcro bands which hold it on very tightly and start cleaning. With getting two in a bag, you can sweep with one and mop your floor with the other. I use vinegar and water to clean my floors and put it in a spray bottle then away I go. When it comes time to washing them, I make sure all the loose dirt and fur is off them and toss it in the laundry. I just hang them on my drying rack to dry and the next day they’re ready to go." —Gale Chaffee

Get a set of two from Amazon for $14.99.

Promising reviews: "While recently at a day spa, I could not help but notice an incredible scent in their halls. I was very surprised to find out that it was not even something they sold in their retail area, and I was told the owner had found it on Amazon. I have this diffuser sitting next to my tub in the bathroom, and it is incredible. It's strong enough for the space but not overwhelming. It's woodsy and sweet. Love this!" —Sylvia Deer

"Excellent dispersion, wonderful scent. Gives large areas a subtle, pleasing, and nice smell to mask pet odors, even wet dog smell." —Happy Camper

Get it from Amazon for $19.99 (available in a variety of scents).

This solution works great with Bissell, Hoover, McCulloch, Rug Doctor, Kenmore, and Carpet Express cleaners.

Sunny & Honey is a family-run small biz that specializes in biodegradable cleaning products.

Promising review: "Worth every penny. I’ve bought this product so many times now that I have it on auto ship! Saw the reviews and figured I’d give it a try. My cat likes to pee over the litter box and stain the brand-new carpet. I used this in my Bissell and it took all the stain and smell out!!! I’ll never use another cleaner." —Wendy

Get it from Amazon for $23.99+ (available in two sizes and two scents).

Petcube is a California-based small business established in 2012 that specializes in interactive HD pet camera products.

It's also app enabled and can send you instant notifications, sync with Amazon Alexa, and even access a vet on demand if you notice any weird behaviors.

Promising review: "Unbeatable for the money. I needed a way to keep an eye on a new 4-month-old puppy who keeps digging holes in my yard. I didn't expect a lot for the price but I was pleasantly surprised. The video is quick to get started and very clear, zoom is quick, and the night vision actually works. I haven't used any of the other features yet but these alone make this a great value! Far exceeding what I expected." —Rick Grisham

Promising reviews: "I was able to get all my cat’s hair (and previous pet's hair) out of the carpeted stairs in the house I’d just purchased. Helped my breathing and even took away the 'pet smell'." —Kat Sternes

"My family drove from Wisconsin to Washington with our yellow Lab. I didn't think my van would ever be the same again. I bought this tool and was super skeptical, but I was desperate. THIS TOOL LEFT ME SPEECHLESS!!!! After finishing (it did take a bit of time; the tool is small), my floors and seats of my van look BRAND-NEW!!! I would pay triple the amount I paid for this tool. I've never seen anything like it! We own a pretty heavy-duty shop vacuum, and it didn't even scratch the surface. We also tried every type of pet/lint roller we could find, and nothing came close. This tool will blow your mind! After cleaning out our van, I immediately messaged all friends and family with pets (yes, it really is that good!). Don't waste any more time or money on other products. This simple tool will do a better job than you could ever imagine! A MUST-own for any pet owner!" —Amazon Customer

Here's what BuzzFeed Shopping writer Emma Lord has to say about it: "An embarrassing confession: I do not have a pet, but I shed like nobody's business. My hair gets so ingrained in the carpet that a vacuum truly does nothing for it, so I often was just unrooting clumps of hair from the floor with my hands (sorry for the visual). I bought this broom and it immediately started pulling up GOBS of hair. My carpet, like, genuinely changed color (turns out the pink was supposed to be much pinker, whoops). Anyway, do with that semi-horrifying information what you will — you can read my full review of the pet hair broom for more deets."

Promising review: "I have two long-haired dogs and my larger dog (a standard Aussie) sheds a lot. It's a constant hassle to clean up and it doesn't seem to matter how often we vacuum, there's always more hair. I saw this product on TikTok and thought it might be worth a try to get up more hair from our carpets. It worked really well. I personally found the 'squeegee' side worked best on the carpet, but the brush side worked well on the tile." —Amazon Customer

Get it from Amazon for $15.99+ (available in two lengths).

Promising reviews: "A dog brush that I don't have to pick dog hair out of — at first, I thought this was some form of dark wizardry. But I don't care because this is awesome!" —Madd.Sweet

"I've spent hundreds of dollars on toys, treats, houses, scratchers, etc for my cats. This is, hands down, not even close, the best money I've ever spent! I got so much fur off them, and they loved it! They are looking so sleek and shiny, and they are rolling around like kittens. They feel so fresh and happy. My cats are still young (all ages 4 and under) so they were pretty well groomed to begin with. I couldn't believe how many knots and snags were hiding in their fur. The whole time I was brushing them, they were purring and rubbing all over me, trying to get more. The self-cleaning feature is so easy!! A click of a button and all the hair falls off. The brush itself is bigger than what I anticipated. I thought my cats would be afraid of it, but once they figured out what was happening, they weren't at all. I got the original brush, which I thought would probably feel good (like a good back scratch!) And I was right. They loved it." —Samantha

Get it from Amazon for $12.04+ (available in four styles/colors and bundles).

Promising review: "I bought the couch cover mainly because my dog thinks the couch belongs to him, and honestly, I’m impressed. The fuzzy material is really soft and doesn’t feel cheap or scratchy like some pet covers do. It stays in place way better than the older covers I tried, even with a large dog jumping on and off the couch all day. I like that it actually looks decent too — it doesn’t scream 'pet cover' and blends in with the furniture pretty well. It helped protect the cushions from hair, muddy paws, and slobber, and it washes up nicely without falling apart or losing softness." —Goss938

Get it from Amazon for $29.99+ (available in 17 colors and 13 sizes). 

Promising review: "This rug is super absorbent and works great for keeping in front of the door in the rainy season. It helps my dogs track in less water and grime. The slip resistant back is helpful too." —m

Get it from Amazon for $12.34+ (available in 29 sizes and 53 colors/patterns).

Promising reviews: "The mud buster has saved me this fall! Our pup is a digger and comes in with muddy paws all the time. The mud buster has made it so much easier to handle and clean up!" —Szyhmkr

"You always wonder if we need one more thing in our lives that would be rarely used and end up in some storage to be forgotten. Happy to report this is quite the exception. Our puppy has to make a few dozen trips to the backyard, rain or shine, and quite regularly his paws have to wiped at the door before he brings dirt inside. This makes paw cleaning a breeze and surprisingly effective. The insert completely comes out and can be cleaned when needed. Simple but clever and effective." —insightful

Get it from Amazon for $7.76+ (available in three sizes, 12 colors, and with or without a lid).

Kit includes: three attachments (flathead, extendable, and brush), carry bag, filter brush, and spare HEPA filter. The cord attaches to the 12v aux outlet.

Promising review: "So let’s just start with the fact that I’m a dog mom to a golden retriever and English Bulldog that both shed a lot. I was getting gas and decided to try this vacuum for the first time in the parking lot; and when I tell you how impressed I was. This small, light, but mighty vacuum quickly sucked up the hair off the seats, in crevasses and flooring at no time at all. My Bronco thanked me." —S. Atkins

Get it from Amazon for $19.48+ (available with or without a cord).

Promising review: "Worked perfectly for my setup, colored matches the photo exactly, and super easy to clean! Keep bowls from moving around, and I like that the sides are lifted, keeping any spillage on the mat rather than the floor!" —Nikki Liudahl

Get it from Amazon for $9.49+ (available in 12 colors and three sizes).

BuzzFeed Shopping editor Jenae Sitzes (who has two kitties) swears by this brand: 

"According to Amazon, I have ordered this stuff 64 times, going all the way back to 2017, and I swear by it. First of all, the convenience of having a 40-pound bag delivered straight to your door can't be overstated. As someone who lives in New York without a car, I don't really have another choice, but even if you can drive to the pet store and buy litter, this is way easier, especially when you're caring for a large number of cats. People have all sorts of opinions on the 'best' type of litter to use with your cat, but a good clumping, low-dust, low-tracking formula is one you can't go wrong with, and Dr. Elsey's checks all those boxes. It does a solid job of covering the odor (as long as you're scooping regularly), and paired with a good trapper mat to catch what your cats track out as they exit, you won't end up with it all over your house."

Promising review: "Several years ago, I saw this litter in a review on a cat veterinarian's website. I had tried many different brands and types of cat litter — clay, paper, corn, etc. — because I wanted to find one with minimal dust. I ordered a bag and have never purchased another brand since. I have found this litter works for several cats equally as well. No perfume smell, little to no dust, reduced tracking, clumps well, longer time between changes, and has great odor control." —mydogtate

Get a 40-pound bag from Amazon for $22.99 (also available in an 18-pound bag).

It can remove oil, grease, ink, grass, and blood stains if need be! 

Promising review: "Tested it on a throw rug our dog threw up on, and it was that deep yellow stomach bile which can stain badly. It came out perfectly, and that stain was dried." —Lora bradley

Get it from Amazon for $7.99 (also available in multipacks).

Watch how easy this brush is to use in this video on TikTok. 

Promising review: "I have an Australian shepherd border collie mix that has lots of fur and gets smelly in a week. I was spending a fortune at the groomers, and a cup just wouldn’t do all that well at bathing. This thing is amazing. She smells amazing, and it gets deep into her fur. I recommend it 100%. It came with two hose fittings so I can attach to the hose when she gets muddy and quickly connect to the shower for baths." —Kyle

Take a look at these satisfying results on TikTok!

Promising reviews: "I cannot say enough great things about this Shark Vacmop! I use it twice a day to pick up dog hair, dust, dander, kitchen crumbs, etc. it’s fun and easy to use. Love that it charges and charges fast! I tell all of my friends and family about it and they’ve purchased theirs as well. I’m obsessed with this machine!" —Nicole R.

"My house has both tile and wood floors and I have five dogs who can really make a mess. I’ve had this gizmo for seven months now and I can’t believe how much easier and more thorough it is than the other cleaning equipment I’ve wasted money on. From biggest brand names to imports, this vac/mop beats them all. I try saving money by using the washable pads, and that works out okay, but the cleaning solution recommended by Shark is hands above any other cleaner I could come up with; no streaking! With superior cleaning power on top of a lightweight, easy design I’ll never go back to using anything else!" —Cheryl Emerson

Get it from Amazon for $79.99 (also available in an older version with either two or four pads).

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