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Somewhere in your home is an object your pet has already looked at and thought, “I could ruin that.”

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Promising review: "This is the best $$ I’ve ever spent on our cat. He constantly wants to scratch his neck on our laptops or play with the mouse. Of course, that ends up knocking it over, creating erroneous meetings, locking the keyboard so badly that IT couldn’t figure out what he did! Now he has his own laptop and rarely leaves it! Highly recommend!!!" —Jeni

Get it from Amazon for $14.99 (also available in a two-pack).

The set includes two straps, metal end plates and buckles, plus screws for mounting to walls, furniture, or TVs. The straps can also be loosened, tightened, or detached when you need to clean behind or move the furniture.

Promising review: "Love these! I just got two kittens, and they love to jump up where the TV is. These straps are super sturdy, and I don’t have to worry about my TV falling on the kittens anymore. I also added double-sided tape to the bottom of my TV to keep it from slipping out from the bottom, but it definitely won’t tip over. Very easy to install." —Kelly Nuccio

Get a pack of two from Amazon for $8.99.

The height adjusts to fit different jar candle sizes, and there’s also a timer so you don’t have to remember to switch it off yourself. 

Promising review: "This is a very nice candle warmer. I have nosy cats, so I can’t have candles burning in my house. But this warmer lamp is great. It actually warms the candles in the jars and the scents flow through out the room, but doesn’t seem to make the jars hot. I am really pleased with this purchase." —Tammy Davis

Get it from Amazon for $19.99 (available in nine colors).

Promising review: "These keep my gremlin cat from scratching up my new nursery chair the way he did the furniture in the living room. I had to get a cover for the sofa, and he still tried to scratch through that, because, cat. I put the last shield right over the sofa cover, and BOOM, take that, Larry. You will have a pouty trash cat and un-shredded furniture. I highly recommend, 5 out of 5 stars. Larry gives them 0 stars." —Stephanie

Get a pack of six from Amazon for $14.99 (also available in packs of 10, 12, or 18 shields)

The tower uses three reinforced screw rods plus an extra-thick support column to help keep it stable.  It adjusts from 6–10 feet tall, supports up to 145 pounds, and only takes up a 14-by-14-inch patch of floor space, so you can basically redirect the chaos upward.

Promising review: "I had this one saved in my cart for a while and finally decided to get it. My cats LOVE IT. They have a blast climbing up the pole with their claws and lounging around on the platforms. It's an excellent way for them to get energy out. Highly recommend." —Brittni

Get it from Amazon for $148.79+ (available in two colors).

Promising review: "Finally! This is amazing! I've been trying to find a solution to be able to keep my bathroom door open because it gets so musty from the shower humidity, but my cat LOVES to destroy the toilet paper. I took the idea from another review to use Command adhesive strips to mount, not only for ease, but also so I can take it with me should I move, since I rent my place, plus I didn't want to put extra holes in the wall. Super easy to lift a bit to get to the TP, since when I left just a little hanging out, my furry bundle of joy tried to go to town. Plenty of room to hold the triple rolls, which is what I use. Love love love this. Such a great solution for the price. I'm also going to paint on some little decorative accents to reduce the impact of the blue." —Dot Weber

It works best on smooth, clean surfaces like sealed wood, glass, metal, laminate, plastic, and finished stone, and can be removed and repositioned without drilling or permanent hardware. 

Note: It’s meant for stabilizing lightweight objects on horizontal surfaces, not for hanging frames or supporting anything overhead.

Promising review: "Every single photo on my walls, and nearly every object sitting on any surface in my house, has at least one glob of this stuff behind or under it. It's the only way I can keep our crazy orange cat from destroying everything in our house. Without this, everything I own would be shattered on the floor in minutes. It doesn't matter what it is, he will attempt to either pull it off the wall or slide it off a table/desk and throw it onto the floor. Utter destruction is all he lives for now. If QuakeHold can keep a ~15-pound orange tabby chonk from destroying my house, I'm sure it will keep things in place under normal circumstances — or even extreme conditions. This stuff is designed to hold stuff in place during an earthquake, so no more worrying about broken vases or shattered photo frames. This stuff also saved our house at Christmas time. Every knick-knack was chocked and locked in place so the orange terror couldn't ruin our holidays." —Mirrorz

The accordion design expands for playtime and collapses flat when you want your floor back. 

Promising review: "This cat tunnel is amazing. The cats love it and spend tons of time relaxing and playing in it. It’s great for interaction between cats; the 'sneak' in the name is apt. It provides a nice distraction in our living room for them when we’re watching TV or listening to music. It is well designed. I like that you can fold it up and put it away easily. It folds up to about the size of a vinyl record. Keep the bag it came in, it stores very easy this way! It’s durable and made of thick paper and cardstock, and has lasted well for four years. We are getting another one only because the cats have loved it so much that it’s wearing a little thin. Great value and a very clever product!" —Eric W. Stevens

The strap installs with strong 3M adhesive and adjusts from 0–6 inches, so you can customize the opening to your cat’s size. 

Promising reviews: "Works like a charm!!! I have small dogs and was worried this wouldn't work for them but I decided to try it anyways. So glad that I did! It keeps them out of the poop and it stops them from eating my cats' food. The cats go in and out with no problem! My dogs are approximately 9 pounds. I have a Yorkie and a Morkie. It works great! So glad I purchased!" —Harmony A.

"I was searching for a baby gate with a cat door on it to keep in the doorway to where we keep our litter box and I came across the Door Buddy. It was just what we needed. We need to keep the door open just enough for the cat to get in and out. We were worried it wouldn't be strong enough to keep our dog out, but it is. I like being able to adjust the strap and it is easy to open and close. We really do love our Door Buddy! We are happy, the cat is happy, and our dog's breath is happy. :)" —Brianne

Get it from Amazon for $16.94 (available in two colors).

The set includes four rings that can be trimmed around plant stems or cut down to better fit different pots. 

Promising review: "We have one cat who likes to first chew on the soil, then play with it. He makes a real mess. This took care of the issue. I trimmed the circle to fit snugly around the base of our large potted pachira and he hasn't messed with it since. Lets the soil breathe and it's easy to remove and replace for waterings." —Peter

Get it from Amazon for $9.99+ (available in different diameters from 6–30 inches and in packs of 4, 6, or 20).

Promising review: "Well, these were an immediate success in our house! My cats absolutely LOVE them. The catnip/silvervine balls got their attention right away, and the little lickable treat was an especially huge hit. There was plenty of licking, rubbing, rolling around, and general cat silliness involved. They were thoroughly entertained (and they are not easily entertained!), and I was equally entertained watching them! I also like that you get several pieces in the set, so there's enough to keep things interesting for more than one cat. For the price, I think this is a really fun little treat/toy combo. Based on my cats' reaction, I'm pretty sure these get two paws up!" —Melissa R.

Get it from Amazon for $9.98 (available in two colors).

The mat has a nonslip backing, is machine washable, and rolls up with a strap for storage or travel; the two squeaky mushrooms are removable and can be played with separately, too. 

There are also mats out there for smaller dogs and small animals like rabbits!

Promising review: "I bought it for my German Shepherd puppy. She loves it. My two chihuahuas also like foraging through it for their kibble. It’s a big hit in this house! Very nicely made. Great quality plus it’s sooo cute." —Kimberly A. Scheuhing

Get it on Amazon for $22.99 (be sure to apply the coupon for this price).

The sleeve has an open design, so you can add or access cords without taking the whole thing apart, and it can be cut down to whatever length you need. It’s made from flexible PET material and can work for homes with cats, dogs, rabbits, hamsters, and other tiny cable criminals.

The 3/8-inch size is best for holding two cables, the 1/2-inch size is best for 3–4 cables, and the 1-inch size is best for larger bundles of up to 14 cables.

Promising review: "So my cat loves to chew the plugs. I put this on the chords so his sharp teeth can’t break through and get electrocuted. He gives up quickly because he realizes it’s not the same extension cord very durable and the install installation was quite simple." —Karen

Get it from Amazon for $8.99 (available in black and white and in several diameters and lengths).

It’s also dishwasher-safe for easy cleanup.

Promising review: "My dog loves these! It is such good quality, and my dog chews on it for hours with no damage whatsoever! It’s the perfect size for my large dogs (45–55 pounds). It keeps my dogs active for hours." —Hollywood Matty

Get it from Amazon for $8.96+ (available in sizes S–XXL).

Promising review: "It is still intact after nearly seven months of constant play. My blue heeler normally destroys toys in just a few weeks. Consuela has exceeded expectations of survival with an extremely chewy, destruction-prone dog." —Amazon Customer

Get it from Amazon for $13.99 (available in three other styles).

The mat also has a thermal base for lounging and naps, can trap some loose fur and dander, and is roomy enough for multi-cat households. It folds up for storage or travel, too, which is convenient if you’d prefer the chaos to be portable.

Promising review: "Not in a million years would I have believed that I'd spend this much on a cat toy! But I also didn't expect the energy level of the kitten chosen for us by the cat distribution system. I needed to find enrichment that would add joy to his life and peace to mine, and the elderly cat who now calls him a little brother! If you have a cat with high energy and high curiosity as well as a need for NEW things, this is worth every penny, and you won't regret the decision to purchase. Every morning, I reconfigure this mat and hide some of his toys in it. Every day, he spends a great deal of time pouncing on it, hiding toys in it, finding toys in it, and resting on it. The SnugglyCat Ripple Rug is the simplest and most amazing cat enrichment ever. We've had it for two weeks now, and the 'new' has not worn off for him, and I honestly don't expect him to tire of it anytime soon." —Cindi

Get it from Chewy for $50 (available in four colors and also in a luxe version).

It sits less than an inch from the wall and takes up zero floor space, making it especially handy for small apartments. 

Promising review: "We’ve loved this product. It’s two years old and has been through two cats. Finally replacing it. It’s has a really simple and sleek design — not an eye sore like most cat scratchers. Both kitty and human approved!" —Placeholder

Get it from Amazon for $39.99 (available in two colors).

Promising review: "I didn’t really expect this to work, but ordered it because it was cute. I have it on the back of an old chair that my kitty likes to use as a scratching post. Amazingly, the upholstery pins hold it in place beautifully without damaging my upholstery, and my kitty likes to use it as well. The graphic is well done and doesn’t seem to be affected by scratching. I rubbed a little of the catnip in at first, and it definitely attracted my cat. Now she uses it often." —lizacat

Get it from Amazon for $24.99 (available in six designs).

It’s USB-rechargeable, and the motor can be removed so the plush exterior is easier to clean. 

Promising review: "I'm never sure if a new cat toy will be received as well as I hope, but this one sure delivered! My three cats have been playing with it almost nonstop, except for when I have to take it away to charge it. One of them pretty much 'hogs' it, and the other two can't get near it, though they try. It took them a few minutes to realize that they had to touch it to get it to move when it stopped flopping, but once they understood it, they were off to the races. I can't speak to the durability of it, but since the cover can be removed for cleaning, I'm thinking it should last a long time — fingers crossed." —Amazongal

Get it from Amazon for $8.98 (available as two different types of fish).

It’s machine washable and can be used indoors or outside. 

Promising review: "Great! Super soft and cute. It is actually waterproof as described! Perfect for pets! Decent price as well. Did not smell funny. My pets love to sleep on them. Easy to wash and doesn't hold pet odor. Great quality will definitely buy more!" —Ashley

Get it from Amazon for $30.59 (available in six sizes and four colors).

Promising review: "If I had known how much my dog would enjoy this, I would have bought it a long time ago. We placed the Peek in our side yard, which looks out into the space where the community mailbox sits. Daisy (my dog) loves dashing to the Peek to greet people as they retrieve their mail. I'm now purchasing a second Peek so Daisy can have a view out to the front yard too." —AmberR

Promising review: "It really works!! Looks great too. You can still see through it like a regular screen. Although it is darker, which I don’t mind because it actually holds up to my cats climbing on it. Easy to assemble by myself. Large enough to do a screen door and has extra." —becky

Get a 48-by-99-inch roll from Amazon for $21.41 (available in eight sizes).

It comes precut for standard door widths, so there’s no tape, trimming, hooks, or other installation nonsense — just set it in the doorway and leave it there.

Check out how easy it is to set up in this TikTok!

KittySmart is a small business that invented the Carpet Scratch Stopper so scratched carpet would never be a concern, hoping to reduce declawing in cats.

Promising review: "With four cats in my home and four bedrooms, we found early on not to close any of the doors...but sadly it was too late. I really needed to replace the carpet in all four rooms, but just couldn't do it because I knew the cats would eventually just shred the thresholds up again. Until I found this product! I finally took the chance and replaced all of the carpet in the bedrooms and prayed that these would work, and they DID! It's been a couple of months now, and the carpet is perfect. I think the cats finally figured it out and don't even bother with them anymore. Whoever came up with this idea is genius!!!" —Collaboratories LLC

Get it from Amazon for $27.99 (available in five sizes).

Promising review: "Easy to assemble and the cats love them. One cat tossed her supper, and I had to clean it...put it in the washer and dryer, and it came out clean and soft. Durable and folds against the window for when you don't want the cats around. Easily holds our 16-pound cat and looks comfortable." —Elayne

Get it from Amazon for $20.39 (available in four sizes and in five styles).

Just pull back the handle, load a ball, and fire — no Olympic-level throwing arm required. The smaller-diameter tennis balls work for dogs of all sizes, and the adjustable distance lets you scale playtime to whatever space you have.

It comes with one ball, but you can also grab this size with three balls, a larger version with four, or even a glow-in-the-dark ball for after-dark fetch.

Promising reviews: "This is my dog's favorite toy for whatever reason. Playing fetch with the gun is 10 times more exciting than me throwing it even though it's the same. The bands that provide the resistance/launching on all these shooters don't typically last too long, 3–4 months maybe, at least on the blue guns. This green gun, though...it's built different." —justin

"Seriously, this is the best money I’ve ever spent on our dog! I have a German Shepherd who can play for hours and LOVES chasing and catching balls! This has given my arm a rest and provided hours worth of play a day! Best purchase EVER!" —Sam

Promising review: "My dog routinely rips up plush squeaky toys in a couple of days, so when she tore one of the legs right away it was no surprise. But two months later the rest of the octopus is still intact and it’s her favorite toy, so it gets a lot of rough play. Very durable! Best plush toy I’ve ever bought." –Hillseekr

Get a set of two from Amazon for $15.99 (available in four color sets). 

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