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If you want to hear purrs of delight, just go ahead and snag this *legendary* catnip banana, these realistic snake toys, and maybe even this exercise wheel while you’re at it. Yes, really.

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If you think of your resident cat as more than just a pet but more like an actual child (and have perhaps jokingly referred to them as your "biological son/daughter" at least once), then you probably relate to the deep feeling of wanting to make sure they're not only fed and cared for but are properly entertained, comfortable, and overall THRIVING. These toys, beds, treats, and other products will elevate their feline existence and have them feeling absolutely meow-velous.

Promising review: "In almost 40 years of keeping cats, I've bought hundreds of scratchers and am pretty happy with this one. The price is reasonable, and it comes with three scratching blocks that stack inside the frame. You can turn them from end to end, flip them over, and just throw each one out when it's time. This guy likes to scratch away and then sit in it like a lion, or even take naps there. Will definitely buy another one when the time comes." —Marie

Get the set with three refill pads from Amazon for $16.17.

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

Get it from Amazon for $44.99+ (available in three colors). 

The smallest size (24x18x10) is pictured above!

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

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

Promising reviews: "Bought this for my current foster kitten, and she loves it. The heating pads provided lasted the full 16 hours, allowing safe and comfortable transport for an eight-hour drive. Kitty goes directly to her stuffy mom after bottle feedings and falls asleep immediately after playing a bit. Definitely recommend." —Izzy Smith

"Bought this for my surviving cat after her littermate died. They were together 14 years and never apart. Ruby loves her Calmaroo. It has helped ease her anxiety tremendously." —Christine M. Tkacqyk

Get it from Amazon for $34.99 (available in two cat colors and three dog colors).

Promising review: "These are awesome!!! My Maine Coon cats LOVE these compressed catnip mice. They carry the mice around the house and bat and chase them for such a long time. It is a toy that never gets old to these kitties. I looked over tonight and saw a momma cat lovingly cupping one of these mice in her paws and giving it a tongue bath like she would her kittens. Beware if you have a cat that likes to put its toys in the water bowl, as they will fall apart when soggy. Still worth it in my opinion!" —Abby Loye

Get the three-pack from Amazon for $5.39.

Promising review: "You'd think that a piece of wire attached to half a dozen rolls of cardboard should sell for just a few cents, right? But this is worth the price. The wire has just the amount of bounce to imitate an insect's random flight, and that drives cats wild. Oh, and they love chewing on the cardboard, so alas, they don't last forever. But you'll get plenty of playtime out of it!" —Karl Kraus

Get a pack of three from Amazon for $11.20.

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

It's flavored with cat sugar, catnip, silvervine, and gall fruit, respectively. Many reviewers said their elderly/senior cats with limited mobility or declining eyesight really enjoyed the sensation of rubbing their face on this and licking it. 🥺

Promising reviews: "My cats absolutely LOVE this toy! I really like that it adheres to wherever you want to put it, PLUS it is a no-mess catnip/treat option for your furry babies! I bought two and WILL be getting more soon, I love them that much! HIGHLY recommend this product and this seller!!!!! Seller is also really sweet and is quick to respond to emails, should you have any questions! You don't find customer service like this anymore, THE BEST!!!" —Pumphrey 

"My elderly cat turns into a kitten around this! She has very bad arthritis (treating with pain meds) and is not very active, but rolls around kicking her feet and rubbing on the silver vine balls. It brings her happiness, and I am grateful." —Kate Steenberg

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, who ALSO loves it — and even my brother's 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!

Get it from Amazon for $24.98 (available in two patterns).

These lickable cat treats are such a crowdpleaser — even Chicho, who generally turns his nose up at crunchy treats, loves to get in on the action whenever I offer him one of these lil' tubes. It's so easy to tear open a pack, and I love being able to feed the treat to them directly, like Go-Gurt. They also came in clutch a while back when Sneaky (who was later diagnosed with a low-grade form of lymphoma) stopped eating and was throwing up from his stomach being so empty. The Churu lickable treats were the only thing I could coax him into eating — and while they're not a replacement for meals, they're high in moisture and were able to tide him over until his vet visit. And if you have to give your cats medications regularly, these can help disguise the flavor. 

And for mess-free dispensing, grab this cute spoon! I snagged it recently and it's made giving my cats Churu so much easier. 

Get a pack of 20 from Amazon for $14.99 (available in seven varieties).

I have this exact toy for my cats, and it's easily their favorite thing to play with — and they have a lot of toys. I first noticed they loved string because they tore apart a mouse toy that was basically string wrapped around a plastic mouse shape — they didn't care about the mouse, but they loved the torn-apart string (aka literal trash at this point). I got this rainbow toy because I realized they really just wanted to chase long tail-like objects, and they sure do light up whenever they see me pick up this wand and know that it's playtime. I love that it's long, so I can just sit on my couch and whisk it around the area, and even my shy cat, who likes to sit further back and watch while his older brother plays (as seen in the gif above), can still bat at it. It's a super simple toy, but the amount of joy it'll probably bring your kitty is worth every penny.

Promising review: "All my cats love this! It is paws down their favorite toy, right up there with the laser pointer. I do recommend keeping it locked away when it's not in use as it is a choking/bowel obstruction hazard if your cats are prone to chewing and/or eating strings." —Shields

Promising review: "Great for high-energy hunters. My cat has had these for months, and they're still a favorite. The size is realistic, it crinkles all the way down the length, and it's great for solo or interactive play. They hold up well to rough bites and bunny kicks." —Evan Garland

Get two snake toys from Amazon for $9.98. 

Promising review: "Got this for our 11-week-old kitten and she absolutely loves it! She spent over an hour playing with it and wore herself out and needed a nap. Purrsephone* gives it five toes up!" —F. C. 

*Side note, I'm obsessed with this cat name.

Get it from Amazon for $12.99+ (available in five colors and sets with additional toys).

This comes in four sizes — the size pictured above is the XL! It's designed to accommodate cats of all sizes and weights.

Promising review: "It took me more than three hours to assemble, but I'm a senior and was in no hurry. My efforts were rewarded when one of our three cats took to it immediately. The kittens are about six months old, and the little calico, who is usually bold and adventurous, was reluctant to stay in it when it started to turn, but she watched the orange boy with interest and will probably come around later. I enticed them into it with a laser pointer. The boy kitty kept using the wheel after I put the pointer away. So far, this has been worth the price and effort. This thing is surprisingly sturdy and quiet. I'm quite pleased with it overall. Editing a few days later to say that the reluctant kitty is now the main user of the wheel." —arPie47

Note: The reviewer above goes into more detail about assembly, so check out their full review for more info about what to expect!

Get it from Amazon for $129.99+ (available in three colors and four sizes). 

Promising review: "As soon as the first dynamite stick arrived, upon opening it, I IMMEDIATELY realized this was different from virtually every other catnip-filled product and toy I had purchased previously. For one, I could actually SMELL the catnip inside of it. None of my kittens are the kind that I would say typically have 'extreme reactions' to catnip or silvervine. But this? THIS WAS THE OPPOSITE OF THAT — within seconds my female dilute tortie had wrapped her whole body around the dynamite stick and began furiously rubbing it all over herself, while the other three became obsessed with prying it away from her, only to do the exact same thing themselves once they had it wrapped within their paws. I quickly realized that this might be one of the top 5 toys I've ever found for these little monsters. Quick like a bunny, I went back to Amazon to purchase FOUR MORE STICKS because I know, eventually, the catnip inside them will have been expended of its utility...but at just over $3 per stick I can EASILY justify purchasing more of them and keeping them on standby for when the first one eventually burns out 😇." —Jenna M

Get it from Amazon for $5.99 (also available in four other styles). 

It's really meant for one cat, but it's so cozy you might end up with several cats trying to squeeze into it at once!

Promising review: "This is by far the best thing we have purchased on Amazon yet. The thought that went into making this house is amazing. The people who made this thought of everything. It's durable, easy to put together, and it has two openings — which, if anyone knows cats, especially feral ones, they need two openings if they want to go inside something — and it heats up. What's not to love? This was something we were able to purchase because it wasn't too expensive, and now we get to help a homeless kitty stay warm for the winter. You guys rock." —Angela S.

Get it from Amazon for $59.95+ (available in two designs).

Its small, protected entrance also ensures any outdoor kitties can escape from predators — it's basically a mini fortress.

Promising review: "I love the shelter that this provides my outside cats. I should have bought it sooner. My cats come out of it every morning. They love it, and they forgot about their old house. It can get very cold and windy here, so this is the perfect solution." —Khalei

Get it from Amazon for $194.99 (also available with an optional heating pad).

This one has a detachable swing tunnel, an extra-large hammock, and wide platforms that even your larger breeds can comfortably lounge on. And if they're shedders, you're also in luck, because the bedding on the top platform (as well as the mats on the lower two tiers) is removable and washable. If one or more of your cats is a certified chonker, check out more of the best cat trees for large cats!

BuzzFeed Shopping contributor Jessica Hall vouches for this tower: "I didn't want the regular, less-than-appealing tan tower that was in my old apartment, so I searched for a while to find one that was cute but still tall enough for my cats to run and play on. I was so excited when I found this one because it is still over four feet tall and has a bunch of different soft and comfy places for them to take naps. We had to turn the little hammock part around because the space we were putting it in was too narrow, but it still works totally fine and has become the favorite nap spot of Alfie."

Promising review: "Our very large cats adore it. I have an 18-pound Ragdoll and a 14-pound Angora. They love this new scratcher, and each has their own favorite spot. It is easy for them to get up on, scratch, and gives them separate spaces to rest. They love this way more than their old scratcher. Also very sturdy for our big boy who likes to WHOMP up on the cat scratcher." —L. G. Saya

Get the 51-inch tree from Amazon for $99.99 (available in five sizes).

The tower uses three reinforced screw rods plus an extra-thick support column to help keep it stable. It adjusts from 6 to 10 feet tall and occupies only a 14-by-14-inch patch of floor space.

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).

I have this bed in the extra-large size, and my cats love it! It was very easy to put together and set up in a window, and it feels super sturdy. If your cats are hesitant to jump in it at first, I recommend putting one of their favorite blankets on top and just placing them in the bed. That helped my kitties understand it was a new snooze spot!

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

Get it from Amazon for $24.99 (available in four sizes).

The middle of the tube has a plush cat bed in it, so they can also take cat naps there if they prefer to use the tunnel for play. You could also lay a blanket in the tunnel for added comfort!

Promising review: "My cats absolutely love this thing! When I was putting it together, my 20-pound tabby immediately went inside the tube, and did not come out for over an hour! It was easy to put together (even with a 20-pound cat inside lol). But this entire setup is about 3 feet long. It is HUGE. Make sure you have room!! The material is surprisingly soft, outside and inside the tunnel. And the light coloring allows light to filter through, which my cats like (I had a black tunnel that neither of them would go into). My smaller 10-pound tabby (black nose) LOVES to run around the house, and now he has added running a few laps inside this tunnel to his run lol. Both cats play in this ALL THE TIME. Both on the inside chasing each other, or one on the inside and one outside batting at each other. They use the tunnel as a good napping spot, and also a spot to hide from the vacuum or guests they aren't sure of. This has gotten soooooo much use from both cats. I would highly recommend this!!" —Trebeca

Get it from Amazon for $17.94+ (available in four patterns). And here's a fluffy white option that would also look cute around a tree!

This is THE cat bed, y'all. Neither of my cats have ever really taken to a cat bed and much preferred to doze on their cat tree or curl up on a regular blanket — until I finally caved in and bought the Aspen self-warming bed. IMMEDIATELY upon placing it on my couch, one of my cats crawled into it and happily began napping. As soon as he moved away, my other cat jumped in to take it for a test run as well — and immediately curled up as well. After about a week of them taking turns using it (literally, the cat *not* in the bed would lay next to it waiting for the other to leave — my polite boys 🥹), I realized I needed to buy a second one. They immediately took to that one as well, and now, they both have access to their favorite bed whenever they like! 

Whenever I put my hand underneath them, I can definitely feel how warm they are underneath, so the bed's self-warming feature seems to work well. I think what they love most about it is the shape and how unbelievably cushy it is. And the sides of the bed are supportive enough for them to put their heads on, but still flexible enough for them to stretch out however they like. I love knowing they won't be cold at night, especially when I'm away from home. Knowing I'll never have to waste money on another cat bed that sits unused is just the cherry on top. Highly recommend!!

I've used this exact gate in the past and found it really easy to set up in my doorway, and it's *extremely* sturdy once you adjust the tension properly — I can't see any dogs being able to break through, and it's made of metal, which discourages chewing. I personally used it when I adopted my younger cat and needed to slowly introduce him to my older cat. The space between the bars was wide enough for them to see and sniff each other without any possibility of them fighting. I will say that once the younger cat got braver, he was able to leap over the top of it, but my older, bigger cat could not (which meant the younger cat always had a means of escape). So keep that in mind, depending on your use case. You can also install it a few inches above the ground to get some extra height.

Promising review: "I wish we bought this gate years ago since it was a constant game of figuring out how to keep the dog away from the cat's food and box. We even occasionally used a rollaway suitcase in a doorway as our makeshift solution. FINALLY — peace, cleanliness, and less money spent on extra cat food that our dog would devour every time she got a chance. Great gate!" —HillsideHaven

Get it from Amazon for $44.99 (available in two sizes).

Promising review: "We have a Boston Terrier who LOVES cat food but it makes him extremely sick. We needed something to keep him out but let the cats in so we tried this. It works so well, we bought a second one for our bedroom so the cats at night can come and go as they please but it keeps the dog in our room and out of their hair if they choose to wonder the house! I’m not sure how I lived without it but I won’t be without it now!" —Mickey Bergman

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

This non-sedating formula contains soothing scents to help create a feeling of safety and promote relaxation in stressful situations. It's not designed to be sprayed directly *on* your cat — spray it on their carrier before travel or on any areas where they spend time when stressed. 

Promising review: "My cat, like most, is a jerk. Seriously, she's a mean pain in the butt. However, I love her to pieces and will do a lot to make her happy. We recently added a small rescue cat to our home, and this made my grown cat quite upset. She was charging, hissing, swatting, and growling at the little cat all the time. When she escalated to pooping on the little cat's bed, I drew the line. I purchased this spray as well as a Feliway diffuser and am so impressed! Originally, I had just the diffuser, which cut the negative behavior by about 75%. Adding the spray has made all the difference. Day one, I probably went a little overboard, but I sprayed it on their cat tree, beds, toy box, favorite pillows, and the carpet in the room they play the most. It's virtually unscented, sprays easily, and is a generous bottle, so I wasn't worried about running out. I was just careful not to spray any ON the cats, as that's a big no-no. Both cats are calm and relaxed. The fighting has greatly diminished, and they can be in the same room at the same time now without supervision. It's great that I can spray this on virtually anything, and that I can reapply it as needed." —L. Potter

You can also fill it with their blankets, beds, and toys to really make it fun and cozy while they take in the fresh air. It comes with an attachable tunnel, as pictured on the right above. If your cat is an escape artist, you may want to weigh down or stake the corners of the tent for extra security, and it's best not to leave them unattended in it either!

Psst — this also works great for guinea pigs, bunnies, and also small pets.

Promising review: "My boys freaking LOVE this thing! Ended up getting a second tunnel so I could place the tent out into the yard more, but they took to it immediately. Construction seems excellent, and all the parts zip together to make it escape-proof." —Brian B.

Get it from Amazon for $53.79 (tent and tunnel also available separately).

It comes with an adorable cat face mug, one soil disk, organic seeds for planting edible grass, and simple instructions. Refill kits are available on Amazon too!

The Cat Ladies is a family-owned, southern California-based small business founded in 2015 by a mother-daughter duo who wanted to create unique, organic, nontoxic products for other passionate cat owners.

Promising review: "As far as the flavor goes, the kitties seem to find it top-notch! Was tall enough after only five days; but we held off for day six to make sure 'little destroyer' didn't pull it out by the roots! The cup opening keeps the shoots tight together, unlike some you buy in the pet store. We couldn't be more pleased. We ordered a refill at the same time and plan to order again just to have two cups so my kids don't fight for position. No mold problems if you follow watering directions." —Kathleen M.

Get it from Amazon for $19.89 (available in four styles).

It can also help discourage them from hiding under furniture!

Promising reviews: "A must-have for ALL pet owners. This contraption is genius and will save cat (and dog) owners insane amounts of time and frustration retrieving toys. We used this beneath our oven and it works PERFECTLY. Cat can't destroy it (the way she shredded the foam insulation we had stuffed under there before) and we no longer have to get the yardstick out when literally all of her toys are 'gone.' Yes, this is a challenge to install, but 100% worth it. I'd buy it again in a heartbeat." —Allison Goldstein

Get it from Amazon for $12.98+ (available in two sizes and four quantities).

It can be charged via USB cable — it'll be fully charged in 2.5 hours, and that lasts for approximately two days of use. 

Promising review: "My cats (kitten and adult) and my adult dogs all enjoy this toy. As long as it's on, they are playing hard. When I turn it off, or it runs out of juice, and I have to recharge it, they are sad and keep looking for the laser that is no longer there. When I pick it up to activate it, especially my kittens know what's coming, and they follow me wherever I go with it, meaning they are waiting to play with it. Totally worth the money spent!" —Amazon Customer

Ava's Pet Place is a Black-owned, woman-owned small business founded by Ava, who begged her parents to let her start a business when she was just 6 years old. Today, Ava and her mom process hundreds of orders a month of their pet treats made from organic and all-natural ingredients.

Promising review: "My son's cat meows really loud. When we offer the salmon, you can hear the cat as far as next door. Keeps meowing until she is satisfied. Another big hit with us." —Sharron B.

Get it from Ava's Pet Palace for $19+ (available in two sizes) — you can also put them on subscription and save 10%.

Promising review: "WOW!!! I brushed the cat with our regular brush and got a bit of fur...then I used the glove and got enough fur off that cat to knit a wig for my bald head! AMAZING!!!! The cat purrs and seems to enjoy the process, or maybe she just likes all the new attention she gets from everyone wanting to see how much fur we can get off her..... poor cat looks like she's lost 10 pounds. The best part of this whole thing is that there aren't cat hairballs all over our hardwood floors. We can pick up the cat without a cloud of hair trailing behind us. This product is every bit as good as described." —GS

Get it from Amazon for $12.99+ (available in six colors).

Promising review: "My kitties love this bed, and it’s adorable seeing them snuggled in the 'tart.' My grandkids play with it too, putting the fruits around the kitties while they lounge. It’s also very padded and warm. Love this; it’s a very clever idea. I hope they come up with more beds like this!" —Joanna Krajewski

Get it from Amazon for $32.99 (also available in a bread slice design).

It plugs into the wall, but it also accepts batteries in case of power outages. Also, you can record a 10-second clip of your voice saying something like, "Maggie! It's time to eat!" so they get a consistent verbal cue that they recognize.

Promising review: "I can finally sleep in! It took a little bit, but now my cat knows that this thing will give her food every morning, instead of me. No more 5 a.m. serenades or hissy fits, just the sweet jingle of kibble hitting the bowl and a happy cat who comes back to bed quietly to snuggle after she's had breakfast. I like the timing and portion options. My cat would inhale food all day if left to her own devices, so being able to slowly dole out small portions keeps her happy without me worrying that she'll overeat and make herself sick. I don't change the clock for daylight savings, so my cat gets fed on a consistent schedule year-round, and no cranky adjustment periods while she gets used to an arbitrary human time change. I haven't had issues with her finding a way to get food out on her own, or trying to paw her way in and breaking it. It has held up well for over a year now. Highly recommend!" —MF

Get it from Amazon for $56.69+ (available in two colors and two sizes, including a large size with a camera so you can check in on them from afar). 

The wide design of the bowl will also help prevent whisker fatigue, which is when their whiskers get irritated from being touched or stimulated too much.

Promising review: "I have always had a problem with my one cat vomiting undigested food. My vet told me she was probably eating too fast. I stumbled upon an ad on Facebook stating the bowl position was the reason for cats vomiting; bowls resting on the floor put their neck at an odd angle and can cause acid reflux. I’ve used them for about two weeks, and my cat has not vomited once! It was almost a daily occurrence prior to purchasing these! I did have to rest their old bowls inside these to get them to eat. But after a few days, I could put the food directly into these bowls, and they did not complain." —kindlefire09-8

Promising review: "This is the best purchase I’ve ever made. Arthur is a 23-pound cat and finding a bed with a cover that fits him has proved challenging. This is fabulous material/quality and he loves it. Took a day and a little catnip to get used to but now it’s his favorite." —robyn

Get it from Amazon for $19.99+ (available in two sizes).

Promising review: "I've spent a crap ton on toys for my picky cat, only for him to ignore them. My co-worker gave me one of these unassuming bananas and it's like crack for cats! He can't get enough! I got three for backup. They are durable (I don't clip his claws) and the right size to hold and kick. Smoosh and twist to activate the catnip, and he's ready to play. This is a staple in his toy box now." —Lan

Get a three-pack from Amazon for $19.99.

Simply B Vermont is a small business located in, you guessed it, Vermont. They make all kinds of adorable pet accessories and toys for cats AND dogs.

Promising review: "The seller was super thoughtful and attentive, and most important of all our kitties are obsessed with these balls! Even my shyer one is running around with these having an absolute blast even without my tossing them around. It’s also wearing her out which is quite hard to do. Highly recommend!" —Ketti Schulenberg

Get a set from Simply B Vermont on Etsy for $17.50 (available in three styles; catnip refills also available).

It's also very sturdy, so bigger cats won't have to worry about this wobbling around whenever they scratch it. The material here is sisal wood, not cheap cardboard, so it should last you a long time as well.

Promising review: "The average cat scratching post is a hideous blend of string and beige carpet that sucks the soul from any room in which it is placed. Not this one. This scratching post is sleek, well-made, and unassuming, blending easily into any room. It arrived well packaged and was easy to install with the hardware provided. Furthermore, it is robustly constructed and stands up to constant use by my cat." —D James

If you have an area with a lot of plants in your home, this would look particularly cute near there!

Promising review: "It’s sturdy, well-made, and my cats love it. I used some catnip spray on it when it arrived, and my cats have been using it consistently instead of scratching the furniture and rugs. It was really easy to put together. I did it by myself in less than five minutes. On top of that, it looks super cute in my living room!" —Kristin Woods

Get it from Amazon for $25.63+ (available in three sizes).

Promising review: "I bought this for my coworker’s cat, Mr. Socks, who is always trying to ‘help’ his owner during the day. This was perfect. The stickers are so much fun and so cute. The ‘laptop’ itself is hilarious and entertaining for not just Mr. Socks. The ‘screen’ has all of Mr. Socks’ coworkers in a video conference. The ‘mouse’ was hilarious, and the little slot for small toys is a great addition. I highly recommend this for any of YOUR furry coworkers. They won’t be disappointed." —Michelle

Promising review: "We'll be purchasing again! Our cats love these! Both cats will chase after them, and one will even retrieve the ball and bring it back to you to throw again. He hasn't done that in a long time. They love the sounds they make when you throw them! Great idea and a great toy! Thanks!!! : )" —Randy Garner

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 non-stop, except for when I have to take it away to charge it. 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." —Amazongal

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

This set already includes two replacement butterflies, but you can also get a refill pack if your cat plays with this enough for added wear and tear. This also needs three AA batteries; not included.

Promising review: "This butterfly toy is great and so far as I can tell, durable. My cats are pretty rough on their toys, and this thing seems like it will last quite a while. The best thing about it is the balance. This is the first one of these types of toys that my cats have not knocked over! That's amazing!" —Kake

Promising review: "Very easy to install. We loved this way before our skittish cat did. We trained her to get in the bowl by using treats, by tossing her toys in it while playing, and by putting a small blanket in at first to reassure her she wouldn’t fall through. We rescued our cat seven months ago, and she is just now comfortable relaxing and grooming herself in it. Recommend buying this, but know ahead of time you may have to be both patient and persistent." —JMC

BuzzFeed Shopping contributor Jessica Hall says, "I bought this for my older cats before I got Sadie, and the most interest they gave it was chewing on the fake grass. I was pretty annoyed, but honestly, that wasn't my first failed toy purchase. Because I can never convince myself to get rid of anything, I hung on to it for a few months, and thankfully, I did, because as soon as Sadie laid eyes on it, it was basically love at first sight. That little kitten is ~obsessed~ with this thing. She will run from a distance to try to sneak attack and pounce on the balls and will spend soo much time desperately trying to pull the balls out. Thankfully, the balls are too large for the holes, so they can't get out and end up all around your house."

Oddball Cat Toys is a woman-owned, Rapid City, South Dakota–based small biz from Anne Springer (and her seven cats) that's been selling all sorts of fun toys, collars, and bandanas since 2013. For another option, they also sell a set of three fabric "kitty swabs"!

Promising review: "Beautiful handcrafted cat toy. It came super quick, and is the perfect size for both my kitties to enjoy. My tabby is in love with this toy, she bops at it with her little paws, and chases it around all the time. My sphynx was a little more hesitant at first, but once she realized mommy wasn't going to get her in trouble for playing with this particular 'forbidden toy' (cotton swabs are her favorite, but I don't let her play with them), she was all for bopping and chasing and chewing it lol. I plan on buying more!" —katherine810

Get it from Oddball Cat Toys on Etsy for $7.05 (available in three colors, with or without a jingle bell, and with catnip, silvervine, or valerian).

Promising review: "My cat loves this litter box! It gives him privacy. I also love it because it doesn’t look like a litter box at all, just a nice plant I’ve added to my house. Everyone compliments me on it not knowing it’s my cat’s toilet. This litter box also contains any bad smells pretty well, and it covers up stuff I wouldn’t want anyone to see when they come to my house. I used to have to clean the litter box several times a day, and now I only have to a few times a week. Definitely worth the buy. We love it!" —Brooke Young

Get it from Amazon for $99.90+ (available in three colors).

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