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Promising review: "My cat loves this, she sleeps in it all the time and loves having the window open to relax and watch the outside world. Easy to put together, soft, comfy, yet sturdy enough to hold both our cats, no problem! Will be buying at least one more again." —Simplysan

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

Promising review: "I have a 4-month-old terrier mix who is obsessed with tug of war. This is set up on our tree, and she loves it! Makes us laugh every time she plays." —Jennifer

"Great product, had to show her how to use it at first. It's like the equivalent of buying your child an iPad. Keeps her entertained for hours!!" —Abigail

Get it from Amazon for $18.48+ (available in two colors).

Promising review: "A great reward for your cats. I have been treating my cat to these since he was a kitten. When he got outside, I managed to get him in the house simply by 'crinkling' the treat’s packaging at the door, and he came ZOOMing in! I appreciate the amount of packets in this box as well. Your cat will SO love them!" —JJB

Get a pack of 40 from Amazon for $26.99 (available in other flavors and packs).

Promising review: "Exciting and challenging. This toy really engaged and entertained our dogs, one is 44 pounds, and the other is 65 pounds. They loved the squeak. The 65-pound one destroyed it and had the inner toy in 30–45 minutes, the other can't open it but loves it as is." —Chuck Hepburn

Get it from Amazon for $9.99+ (available for small and large dogs, various styles, and a two-pack).

Promising review: "My cat loves to hunt, so he uses it to hide in the tunnels, jump out at us, and try to scare us. Lol! He plays with it every day. He has his claws, and there are no holes in the tunnel; we have had it for months. The only complaint is that it weighs nothing and always blows around. Guess that’s just the life of a cat owner." —Shallan cook

Get it from Amazon for $8.99+ (available in two sizes and 31 colors/styles). 

Promising review: "He loves this, he will roll it around for ages, nose to the floor right behind it waiting for the treats to drop out." —Lorraine B

Promising review: "I frequently buy this woven grass mat for my indoor rabbit, and she absolutely loves it! She enjoys tearing it apart and throwing it around, it keeps her busy and away from things she shouldn’t chew. It doesn’t last forever (because she likes destroying it!), but that’s part of the fun. Definitely a great enrichment item for any rabbit or small pet." —Adrienne 

Get a 3-pack from Amazon for $8.99+ (available in two sizes and multipacks). 

Promising review: "This is the most perfect little cat/dog couch. It comes in pieces that you put inside the cover so you can remove to wash. It’s not hard to put together and the washable feature makes it so much cooler. It’s very study and feels like a real mini couch!" —Vanesza Stanley

Get it from Amazon for $34.99+ (available in three sizes and nine colors). 

Promising review: "I have a whole room filled with cat toys that my cat is not interested in. It's funny how the least expensive cat toy I have makes him the happiest. He plays with this until he's panting like a dog and I have never seen him jump so high. He loves it! I highly recommend it!" —Kwoo

Promising review: "I love this product! My pup has had her antler for a month now, and she’s a very aggressive chewer, and her antler still looks basically brand new! She’s a 5-month-old golden retriever, and she was destroying her other 'heavy-duty' chewing toys, so I decided to get her an antler, and I think it’s one of my best purchases. It doesn’t smell, it’s very durable, and it’s a clean toy, nothing gross. I take it away from her sometimes and give it to her when I feel like she could use something to sit and chew on to settle in the mornings/evenings."  —Nicole

Get it from Amazon for $15.97+ (available in various sizes).

Promising review: "Keeps my cockatiel entertained for hours. I have a 4-year-old, very playful and curious cockatiel that will chew everything and anything from furniture to papers to my hair! She absolutely loves this toy, and it keeps her occupied for hours. Some toys only last a day or two with her, but I’ve had this for a few months, and it’s still going strong." —Dee and Jon Whible

Get it from Amazon for $12.91+ (available in three styles).

Promising review: "My kittens love this! They pick it up and carry it around the house! It is super quiet when they they are playing so no super loud noisy bells but they keep them entertained for hours! Love the color too as it is very vibrant! It is very easy for the kittens to use the toy for chewing and it helps them not chew on things they shouldn't be!" —Kayla s.

Promising review: "These lick mats have become our go-to for making snack time both fun and engaging for our pups! We love spreading a mix of Greek yogurt, peanut butter, fruit, and treats on it, which keeps our dogs happily occupied for ages. It's a fantastic way to slow down eating and provide mental stimulation." —Chris

Get it from Sassy Woof for $17.99 (available in seven colors).

Promising review: "The Floppy Dawg elevated bed was very easy to put together. I like that I can just hose it down if it gets dirty. It's perfect for the summer. My cat immediately jumped on it when I was done putting it together. She loves napping on her new bed." —vonnie

Get it from Amazon for $44.95+ (available in two sizes).

Promising reviews: "My bunny never plays with toys, but I put his snacks in here and he uses it religiously. He got the hang of it pretty much immediately and loves this toy now. He is very food fueled so this is great for getting some enrichment and exercise going." —Rose W

Get a 2-pack from Amazon for $9.99 (available in two color sets and other pack sizes).

Promising review: "An ingenious device to make your cat happy. My cat loves, loves, loves to have her head, face, and neck brushed. I do it regularly, but I liked the idea of her being able to get a scratch whenever she wanted. I put this up on the wooden side of her bed, where she likes to rub her head anyway. (I used little nails to avoid marring the painted surface.) She quickly began using it. I was a little worried that she might do it obsessively and rub all her hair off, but so far, she just gives herself a few scratches. I highly recommend this if your cat likes to rub their head on things." —Lynx

Bark Bistro is a small business specializing in human-grade dog treats and spreads, including the popular Buddy Budder.

Promising review: "These Buddy Budder peanut butters have been a total game changer. I use them to give my dog her daily CBD capsule, and she takes it without hesitation now. The different flavors keep it interesting, and she gets excited every time she sees the package come out. The texture is smooth enough to coat the pill easily but thick enough to stick to it — no mess, no spitting it out. Love that it’s all dog-safe ingredients and made just for pups. Also really convenient to have the variety pack so she doesn’t get bored. Highly recommend if you’re trying to sneak pills or just want to treat your pup to something tasty!" — W.R.

Get a set of nine from Amazon for $45 (also available in jars and non-variety pouches on the storefront).

Promising review: "Our little one absolutely loves this bag. Right now, she is a two and a half pound Maltese puppy and she fits with lots of room to grow. She will crawl inside of it on her own when we are ready to go out because the little bed inside is so comfy. It is also very easy to carry. Overall, great bag!" —Erin M.

Promising review: "Nicely made, simple to clean. Kept the guinea pig entertained for a good while." —TT

Promising review: "I have a blue-fronted Amazon parrot, and he spends countless hours chewing and playing with this toy. As with other toys, a parrot's delight is in tearing and chewing up any toy I get him. I have trouble finding toys that will last more than a day or two. This one he has been playing with for a couple of weeks, and I think it will last him more than most toys." —Greta L. Oliver

Get it from Amazon for $26.99 (available in two color variations).

Promising review: "We foster kittens and their moms. It did its job. This has worked on two of our three families of kittens. The kittens could focus on this and play. Even the moms liked it initially." —Spud's Place

Promising review: "My cats love these! They can’t get enough of it and will go to these several times a day!!" —Annette

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

Promising review: "Parrot entertained. My Jardine's loves to play with these and rip them to shreds. Seems pricey but worth it, seeing the joy it brings my parrot and that I only purchase every month or so." —Kevin

Get a two-pack from Amazon for $10.99 (also available in three- and six-packs and two sizes).

Promising review: "Works great and looks nice. The fabric is easy to clean and wash in washing machine. My couch is gray leather, and the off-white color is great." —Gina H

Get it from Amazon for $22.99+ (available in 14 sizes and 13 colors).

Puppy Scoops Store is a small business that makes fun treats for dogs.

Promising review: "My dog can be picky, so I was unsure about this, but she loved it! I bought it for her birthday, and she licked it up without hesitation. She particularly liked it when it was half melted. Didn't cause her any tummy troubles either. I would definitely try this in other flavors." —Courtney Gantt

Get it from Amazon for $8.99+ (available in four flavors). 

Promising review: "I opened the bed, put the cover on it, and set it aside to let it fully expand. Once I pulled it out, my dogs love it! It's soft and feels pretty comfortable to the touch. The color is rich, it's thick, and it holds its shape. Quality and value in this dog bed, not to mention a favorite in the house!" —Dianna

Get it from Amazon for $39.99+ (available in nine sizes and 18 styles).

Promising review: "My dog loves the treats made in this maker, and I love the relative ease and speed. I didn't love the included recipes, but I found quit a few good ones online. The online recipes make between 36 and 48 treats at a time — very generous — and use common household ingredients. Since I have a very fussy dog, I'm glad I found this." —Diane Mettam

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