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Your cat may not understand what all the holiday fuss is about during this season of joy, but one tradition they will love is receiving presents. They will even enjoy the box the present comes in, especially if it has wrapping paper they can bat around and ribbons to shred.
If you do buy presents for your cat, you will be in great company. Some 72 percent of cat parents will purchase gifts for their cats, according to one study. And most lucky pets will receive more than one present, with 68 percent of pet parents planning to purchase multiple gifts for their pets, mostly toys and treats. Two out of three pet owners put up stockings for their pets.
From cozy beds to innovative toys and feline inspired art, there are plenty of gifts to choose from whether you are shopping for the cat-lover in your life or the four-legged friends themselves.
Here are a few ideas for the furry ones and those who love them:
Gifts for the Cat Parent
Personalized cat socks
We all know that socks make for the perfect stocking stuffer. If your friends or family members would love to bring their kitties with them wherever they go, then check out these custom cat socks from Furbaby. The background is croppable from your photo, meaning you will see their cute mug perfectly placed. Very soft and durable, these 7” crew length socks are sure to please. Price: $19.99 (on sale)
Cat advent calendar
After dog advent calendars were a big hit last year, Trader Joe’s is now selling an adorably illustrated cat advent calendar. Apparently, the stock is limited and stores have been selling out, so call ahead to your local store or you can order them on Amazon for $17. The calendar has 24 salmon and dried seaweed treats to feed your cat leading up to Christmas day, for which the final treat will be extra-large and shaped like a fish. Price: $6 in store.
A cat to look over your garden
For cat-lovers who garden or just want to spruce up their outdoor space, let Zen Cat Garden Sculpture from Uncommon Goods bring balance, peace, humor, and the art of Zen to off-kilter outdoor spaces. The handmade sealed cement sculptures are designed to weather the elements throughout the year as they center greenspaces with their feline presence. Each kitten’s robe has the Chinese characters etched into the back that mean independence, the cat’s best-known characteristic. Price: $35-69
Cat bed and carrier
Sleepypod beds are really three products in one: an everyday pet bed, a stylish carrier, and a safe car seat. A plush bed at home most of the time, just zip on the lid and you are ready to travel, by car or airplane. The Sleepypod mobile pet bed reduces travel-related stress because a cat can travel safely in the comfort of its own trusted bed instead of in a carrier it may associate with negative experiences, the manufacturer says. The carrier has velcro positioning points that secure a seat belt in place and has been certified by the Center for Pet Safety. Price: $169-189.
Pet grooming glove
If your loved one has a cat that sheds, they will surely appreciate the ForSure Goods Pet Grooming Gloves for removing hair before it gets all over the furniture. The one-size-fits-all gloves are made of flexible rubber and stretchy fabric with rubber pins that trap fur, detangles hair and gives your cat a little massage as a bonus. The gloves can also be used to remove fur and dander from home and car surfaces and are easy to wash with mild soap. Amazon reviewers give this de-shedder high marks for quality and effectiveness. Price: $17
A funny cat t-shirt
If there is a person in your life who likes to wear his or her cat-loving heart on their sleeve, take a look at the cat t-shirts or hoodies on Café Press. From cute to funny, there’s bound to be a design that fits your loved one’s personality – whether they are crazy about cats or just want to make a cool fashion statement. Available in a variety of styles and colors, in pre-shrunk polyester/cotton blends. Price: $12-$26.
Cat tarot cards
Whether your cat-loving friend likes to play card games or gain cat-like insight into the past, present or future, this complete deck of 78 tarot cards and a guidebook will entertain with its combination of classic tarot with a feline sense of humor. At Fireworks Gallery stores or online. Price: $20.
Gifts for the Cat
Catnip cat toy
Looking for a stocking stuffer that intrigues your nip-loving cat? A bestseller on Etsy with a five-star rating, this Kitty Kicker Catnip Toy is large at 12 inches long and has a generous amount of organic catnip. The kitty kicker toys are handcrafted from quality 100% cotton fabric in a variety of colorful designs. Every seam is double-stitched for extra durability and stuffed with Poly-fil and catnip. Orders are typically mailed out next day for freshness. Price: $8.50.
A cat cave
If your cat likes to hibernate in his very own space, you can’t go wrong with this cute and cozy Cat Cave handmade from all natural organic merino wool. Each Cat Cave fits pets up to about 17 pounds. The colorful caves are easy to clean by hand washing in lukewarm water, re-shaping while wet, then leaving to dry naturally. The manufacturer says that merino wool is attractive to cats because of the natural odor and it will keep them smelling good. Price: $55
Scratch pad and toy
The Bergan Turbo Scratcher Cat Toy is like three gifts in one, with a combination of durable scratch pad, an entertaining ball track and irresistible catnip. So while your cat can enjoy fun and exercise, it also satisfies their scratching instinct and saves your furniture. If the scratch pad wears out, it can be replaced. Amazon reviewers give it a 4.5 star rating. “The Bergan Turbo Scratcher is a very good toy; it’s well made and seems to be quite sturdy. I bought it as a Christmas present for the cats and all I had to do was place it on the floor and they pounced on it and boy did they have fun!” one reviewer wrote. Price: $7.34
Laser toy
If your cat loves to chase the laser light but you have other things to do, the Friends Forever Cat Laser Toy might be the solution. The automated laser pointer is designed to attract your cat to play by rotating to cast the laser in a range of unpredictable directions. The pointer has three speed settings to adjust the challenge level – slow, fast and random – and a 15-minute auto timer. The quiet laser beam will rotate 360 degrees creating a large circle of play area. The toy is battery operated so it can be used in any safe place. Amazon reviewers give it four out of five stars. “We have tried every laser toy made. This is the one. All the cats love this. The kittens, the seniors, all of them,” one reviewer wrote. Price: $22
Rug for play or sleep
Another gift that can serve multiple purposes, the award-winning SnugglyCat Ripple Rug can be used for sleeping, scratching and playing. The non-slip rubber bottom rug stays in place while a top rug layer with various sized holes can be shaped in a myriad number of configurations for play and exploration. The whole thing can be folded up for storage. The Ripple Rug is made in the U.S. out of recycled plastic bottles, so it’s eco-friendly too. Price: $40
Chicken breast treats
You’ll definitely want something that smells yummy to your kitty in the stocking, and PureBites Chicken Breast Freeze-Dried Raw Cat Treats should do the trick. These soft treats are made of 100% USDA certified chicken breast without preservatives or antibiotics. They are high-protein and suitable for overweight cats at only two calories per piece. Ninety-two percent of Chewy’s customers recommend these treats and several say they are soft enough for older cats; even picky eaters seem to love them. Price: $7.50 for a 2.3-ounce bag.
