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Promising review: "I travel with a Yorkie, and I've bought her several car seats over the years. The first couple of versions had soft sides made of foam, and she wore those out in no time. This one is a rigid bucket-like structure, lined with soft furry fabric. She absolutely loves to sit in it, and I think she feels safe and comfortable. It's super easy to install on the lid of a console cabinet, and it holds firm, even with sudden stops. It has a little leash you can attach to their collar, but I don't, because I wouldn't want her tethered awkwardly in the event of an accident or sudden stop. The best part is that the bottom cushion is removable and washable, so I can keep it clean. That was not the case with the earlier versions I bought." —Jennifer S Blandford

Price: $16.99 (originally $33.99; deal available for the medium size in two colors)

Promising review: "We have four large cats ranging from 20 pounds to 8 pounds, and they all love this cat tree! It has plenty of space for them all to nap without touching, and large enough platforms for napping if they want to touch. Our girl cat is the queen of the group, or at least she thinks so, and she enjoys sitting or napping on the tallest shelf like the queen she is! The little white mice that hang from the platforms are a huge hit; poor things have been batted and chewed and basically gutted every day since we put them up. The different size napping platforms are a big hit, and the little privacy cubbies are perfect for hiding from attacking foes! Overall, our cats think this is the best thing they have ever played with. It was super easy to put together and has held up to all the commotion four cats can cause. They are indoor cats, and it looks good with the green desert theme we have for their indoor playground. Overall, couldn’t love it more!!!! 10 out of 10 stars." —joanna crudo

Price: $79.99+ (originally $146.99+; available in four colors)

Promising review: "I have to leave a review because this gate is pretty impressive. Easy to install. Has a lock. This was the best investment I’ve made for my deck. Keeps my dog contained, on my deck, of course, under my supervision. I’ve had it a little over a year, and it’s as good as the day I got it. (Stood up to a New England winter.)" —Allison

Promising review: "This is the cutest dog toy and my dog instantly loved the crinkly stems. I felt like I was getting away with something at the price because it is such high quality. Gorgeous colors. If you have a big dog who could swallow toys, I don't recommend this, as the little rabbits are small and squeak, but they're perfect if your dog doesn't swallow things. Such a great find. Would buy this all over again." —Linda Draayers

Promising review: "🤩 Wow, this is the vacuum I’ve been looking for my whole life! Seriously, this one actually works great and could easily beat out a Dyson any day! I’ve purchased three Sharks, but this one beats all of them." —Vincent

Price: $199 (originally $329.99) — and see all Shark deals here

Promising review: "I bought this model [over four years ago] after a ton of research and needed some supplemental vacuuming due to having three dogs and three cats at that time. Brutus, as we've fondly named him, needs TLC mostly to clean out his drum cartridge of my Anatolian/Saluki mix, and the storage lasts about a week, but every morning he's our wakeup call and he's faithful and hard-working. We still have to do deep-cleaning under furniture, chairs, etc, and mopping, but he hits all the high traffic every day and easily sucks up the fur and dirt that would otherwise need a daily sweep. We keep him in high power mode, but he will go back to charge and go finish the job if he runs out of juice!!" —Jen H.

Price: $299.99 (originally $599) — and see all the other deals on Shark items here

Promising review: "This contraption was created by a WIZARD. I have a German Shepherd mix that leaves a thick layer of fur on EVERYTHING. I will do a full groom and deep de-shedding, and she will be blowing coat the next day. (GSD owners will understand lol) I came to terms with half of my bed having a peelable layer of fur on it at all times, and both of her dog beds, that I could probably have shoveled the fur off of. I tried for YEARS to find something to fix this. THIS. THING. IS. AMAZING. How did I go almost 6 years with this pup and not have this? I am SHOOK. The issue with the handle most complain about isn't that serious... You just move your hand up the handle a little bit. I almost wept with joy when this thing eradicated 95% of the fur that was upsetting me for YEARS now." —Bliss Ann

Price: $16.85 (originally $23.85; available in four colors).

Promising review: "It's a little bigger than I expected, but that's not a bad thing. Between this and Fresh Step kitty litter, there is no odor, and it helps keep the kitty litter in the pan where it belongs! My kitten loves to hide in the "plant" at the top. The plant looks pretty good for being fake, and the rocks are sufficient to cover the filter completely. The top stays on well, and the pan is deep enough and pretty easy to clean. I'm pleased with my purchase." —Stephanie Lucas

Price: $55.98 (originally $69.99; available in three colors)

The best deal is on the 30x24 size. I have the same size for a very similar mat from a different brand and have found it to be perfect — any smaller and it doesn't provide enough coverage, IMO. 

Promising review: "I purchased this mat and so wished I had known how great it is, long before I did so. It has really been helpful in keeping litter from being tracked throughout the entire room (no more sticking to the bottom of my bare feet!). It's easy to clean, and our two senior female calicos don't seem bothered by the mat's texture. I have actually purchased others for my family, which they have been so grateful." —Carol A. Phillips

Price: $17.99 (originally $23.99; available in two colors and three sizes)

Promising review: "I waited over a month to write a review — this air purifier is amazing!! It’s one of those products that you don’t understand how much of a difference it makes until you get one. I have two cats,and my house is all carpet, so the house can smell stagnant sometimes, especially if the AC is off. One of my cats also has asthma, so I got this air purifier mostly for her, but it’s made such a HUGE difference in the way my home smells. Since having it, my house has consistently smelled fresh, clean, and odorless. Even after forgetting to clean the litter boxes, my house has not smelled like cat litter since I’ve had it. It’s very easy to set up. I bought a little plant stand to put it on so it wouldn’t be on the carpet. It’s very quiet, and the app is easy to use. It tells you the life of your filter, which is super helpful, and these filters last for a long time! You can set it up to be on a schedule, so you can set it up once and just forget about it. I recommend this air purifier to everyone. I’m NEVER worried about my house smelling anything but clean now. I would repurchase this a thousand times over." —hailee

Promising review: "This elevated dog bed is lightweight and easy to assemble. The breathable mesh really helps keep my dog cool, especially in warmer weather. It feels sturdy and holds weight well, and the removable cover makes cleaning convenient. My dog took a little time to get used to it, but now prefers it over regular beds. Overall, a good purchase for comfort and airflow." —Eric Chen

Price: $49.59 (originally $61.99; this is a Prime-exclusive deal)

Promising review: "This is so cute and the cats love it! It fits perfectly on top of my dryer, where the kits like to lay. Two can easily snuggle together on it. Very soft. Used a crib sheet to cover the outer fleece, in an attempt to keep it nicer and cleaner longer. Easy to change out the crib sheet as needed. Also put inner stuffing in garbage bags before stuffing into fleece cover, hoping this will keep the stuffing cleaner longer. The bed itself is lightweight. During cold winter nights, the kitty babies will DEF be warm!" —Danielle

Price: $41.58 (originally $55.99; available in three sizes and nine colors) — and see all the Bedsure deals here

Promising review: "This is a fantastic machine!! It was so easy to clean. Unbelievably easy. Everything comes apart. Everything. I was able to get the dirty water tank clean, the rollers, the front suction thingy. My old machine was trash, I couldn't clean anything without using skewer sticks and forget trying to clean the rollers! I am so glad I read all the reviews and asked Alexa for comparisons. Also, I was able to do one room with one tank of water! Usually, I had to refill like four times. The machine is definitely smaller than the one I had before (not same brand). I was skeptical of the water tank, but it held more than I thought!" —Stephanie Quezada

Price: $169.99 (usually $239.99) — and shop all the Hoover deals here

Promising review: "Nice size dog treat ceramic canister for my dog’s treats. Holds a nice amount, and the seal on the lid keeps them fresh for a long time. Looks cute on the kitchen countertop. I love it and am glad I got it. Very cute and functional." —Marjorie

Promising review: "These puppy pads are basically FEMA for my floors. Six layers of 'NOT TODAY, SATAN.' 😂 My dog can unleash absolute chaos, and somehow my floor survives untouched. Big, absorbent, leak-proof, and apparently engineered by people who have personally witnessed the horrors of puppyhood." —Tiffany R. Roberts

My cats ADORE this toy and beg me to pull it out so they can play with it almost every morning. They love batting at the butterfly — its erratic movements drive them wild — but they also love laying on their side to catch the feather that zooms left, right, and all around. And sometimes when they're tired of playing, they literally just lay on it (as shown above)...they love it so much. Side note: I influenced my brother's partner to buy this toy for her cat, and even his senior pug ended up liking it. 😂

The fact that most of the feather toy is hidden underneath the patterned cover (so they can't see what's controlling it) is a genius design, and I'll also mention that my cats haven't been able to destroy this toy yet either — though the brand does sell replacement parts thankfully. The battery lasts a long time, and it charges conveniently via USB-C, which I appreciate!

Price: $24.98 (originally $31.23; available in two designs) — and shop all Potaroma deals here

It's the perfect size for small dogs and cats.

Promising review: "Perfect size for our MalShi! This is a fairly small bed, so it probably wouldn't work well for even medium-sized dogs, but for our little dog, it's perfect. She loves to jump in and curl up, it snuggles around her nicely. I've not tried to wash it yet, but it'll need washing soon! She also loves to drag it around and flip it over—so there's the added bonus of being a big 'toy' —highly recommend!" —LSC613

Promising review: "She loves her bed so much, we have three beds for her total throughout different rooms in the house, and this one seems to be her favorite. She’ll nap here for hours, curled up in a little ball, snoring like a grown man. Plus, it is super cute and washable, so I am very happy with this purchase. This is the large size, and she’s about 60-65 pounds for reference." —Kalli Trip

Price: $53.99 (originally $69.99; other designs and sizes on sale at various prices)

Promising review: "Very sturdy and my cats love it for naps and people/bird watching. Being able to fold it up at night makes it easy to shut blinds and curtains! Both my cats weigh 10 pounds each and it hasn’t budged once." —Brooke

Promising review: "I’m really happy with this harness! My kitten is 6 months old and I got him a size XS — it fits him really well. It feels secure without restricting his movement, and he can walk, sit, run around, and explore comfortably. It’s also easy to put on and adjust, and the leash is lightweight enough for a kitten. We’ve already taken it on a few walks, and he seems very comfortable wearing it. I feel much safer taking him outside knowing he can’t easily slip out of the harness. Definitely recommend it for anyone who wants to safely take their cat on outdoor adventures! 🐾💚" —Anastasiia

Price: $12.58 (originally $16.98; available in four sizes and a variety of colors)

Promising review: "So far so good. We water our labs outdoors because that's where they like to be. These bowls are sturdy and haven't turned green from the sun bearing down on them all day. They're great so far." —Hope Walker

Price: $13.49 for two (originally $23.99)

Promising review: "My cat loves this bed!! Even when I'm not at my desk, I find her sitting in it. The best part is that when I AM working, all I have to do is sit back a bit and she scoots right by me and goes straight to HER bed!! She gets to be near me all day for easy hugs, and I can focus on work without her dancing across my keyboard all day. Perfect." —Jillbo

Price: $39.99 (click coupon for this price; typically $49.99; available in three colors)

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