38 Genius Pet Products You Just Need To See To Believe

Jun 18, 2024

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It also comes with a pair of protective glasses.

Promising review: "Pet owners everywhere fear their little Fifi or Fido will secretly find a spot (or two or three) where they do their business when either no one is looking or it is raining and they don't want to wade out into the mess. Even the most watchful owner cannot be 100% observant 24 hours a day. Finding the puddle in the house is obvious, but what about the ones you didn't see in moist form? This black light is the perfect solution. It is sturdily built of hefty anodized aluminum and the 100 LEDs produce a wide beam of bright black light (obviously best seen in a darker environment). Ewwwwww I found the spots and have a doggy under tighter scrutiny. Don't go into any hotel with this light unless you want to become a germaphobe. OMG, it is EVERYWHERE. Double ewwww. Great light." —Chuck & Karen

Get it from Amazon for $19.99.

Promising reviews: "All three of my orange tabbies adore this! They come running when I call 'Massages!' They mostly love it on their head and around their necks — the favorite scratching places." —MaggieD

"I’m very pleased with this product. Easy to hold and I use it for my dog. I tried it on myself first and found my hair did not tangle. So I tried it on my sheltie and again it didn’t seem to tangle. Very pleased, and the dog loves it." —Glenda Wyatt

Get it from Amazon for $32.99 (available in three colors).

Let's just hope your small animal can figure this out better than my family's dog who got so frustrated with one of these that she shoved it across the floor in defeat.

Promising review: "This was recommended to me by another bunny mom. I wasn't sure about getting it, because my bunny is so picky and mostly likes to play with his toys without anyone watching! Anyway, I got this for my bunny for Christmas, and to my surprise, he not only liked it but he got the hang of it very quickly! He had a lot of fun with it! Before I got this, I used to play the 'Where is it?' game with light plastic measuring cups I got for him to toss around. So now, he nudges his measuring cups and looks at me as if he's asking to play with this toy. It makes me so happy to now have something that we can play with together." —Ducky EMTP

Get it from Amazon for $12.99.

Fable is a family-owned small business based in NYC founded to create pet gear made to solve problems.

I recently got a chance to try out this crate, and I was so excited because I had been eyeing it for so long. I love that it looks like a piece of furniture and just seamlessly blends into your home. I could tell just by opening it that it was really good quality. My dog, Winnie, got right in and found it to be very comfortable and cozy. She sleeps in there while I work, and it's so cute. The door pulls down super smoothly, and it's easy to lock her in if needed. I highly recommend it if you want a safe space for your pup that will actually look nice in your home.

Promising review: "We have been searching for the right crate for our 3-year-old cattle dog mix. One that he would feel safe in, and one that would serve as a durable, part of our home organically. The fable crate is sturdy, and looks beautiful in our home — and the best part — our dog loves it!" —Mia J.

Get it from Fable for $495 (available in three sizes and two finishes).

Each cleaning magnet comes with one pad for glass aquariums and one pad for acrylic aquariums.

Promising review: "All the time I spent with a long-handled brush scaring my fish while I scrubbed away at the walls of the tank and never once did I think of making something like this. This is incredible! I used to let my tank get a lot dirtier than it should have been because cleaning it was such a messy, time-consuming chore. I saw this while I was looking for a tank to get my daughter's beta fish and it looked like such a good idea, I thought there couldn't be any harm in spending a few bucks to try it out. IT. WORKS. In less than five minutes, I had every surface of the tank scrubbed clean and I didn't have to get my hands in the tank, didn't have to scrub for half an hour with a sponge on a long handle, and didn't spill water all over the counter. The difference in just one pass was like night and day. Now a couple of hours later (giving the filter a chance to get rid of the stuff that ended up in the water) and the tank is crystal clear. It's so easy and quick, I'll end up cleaning more often and the tank won't end up the way it did before. I 100% recommend this." —Jack H

Get it from Amazon for $9.49+ (available in four sizes).

ScratchPad for Dogs is a small busines based in Atlanta.

Promising review: "Love this scratch pad! We adopted our dog almost a year ago and he's been terrified of clippers and grinders since day one. We've never been able to maintain his nails due to his super reactive anxiety around nail care. That's all changed since we got the Scratch Pad a few weeks ago! He took to it right away and his nails have shown significant improvement in just a few sessions!" —Kira Armajani

Get it from ScratchPad for Dogs on Etsy for $46.95+ (available in four styles and three grit levels).

It also incuses the hardware you need to hang it, a macrame hanger, and a cushion!

Promising review: "This is worth every penny! My kitten loves sleeping and playing in it! The bed is really good quality and it's the perfect fit!" —Rachel Eggers

Get it from Amazon for $34.99.

Woof & Wonder is an Illinois- based small business started in 2019 to create light-hearted and fun pet products.

Promising review: "So happy with my poopy loop — such a fantastic invention to make for hands-free walking my dog without having to carry a poop bag around. The designs are adorable, the price is reasonable, and I've never seen something like this before. Works great and have enjoyed my walks with my dog even more!" —Alexa Ortman

Get it from Woof & Wonder for $10 (available in seven other designs).

Promising review: "This product has changed our lives. We no longer have bad smells inside the house or cat litter all over the floor. It is also a perfect place for our kittens. Half sheltered and half open, perfect for winter or summer. It is perfectly customizable, as you can see in the pictures. A large space that they enjoy for many hours every day, which has also helped to reduce the amount of cat hair that I have to clean inside home." —ritasworkshop

Get it from PetSmart for $539.99.

Promising review: "My pet loves this bed. It's easy to clean and very soft. I've spent a fortune on other beds and he never went near them. This one has a great price and he is in it all the time." —S.B.

Get it from Funny Fuzzy for $58.76+ (originally $113+; available in three sizes and five colors and patterns).

Promising review: "TikTok made me buy this, and it is money well spent!! I’m convinced that my beagle sheds a full coat of hair and regrows it daily! I use this on my bed every single day and it blows my mind how well it works. Before this, I was going through 4–5 disposable sticky rollers a month and spending 3x longer to remove dog hair. I am buying these for everyone in my family as Christmas gifts this year! ❤️" —tiff4short

Get it from Amazon for $19.99.

Before adding this to your cart, click the 'Customize Now' button to choose from seven wood colors, five print designs, how many hexagons you want, how many acrylic windows you'd like, the shape of the step, if you'd like felt, and if you'd like a pillow. There are pictures of all these options on the product page to help you decide.

Enjoy the Wood is a Ukraine-based, family-owned small business that makes wooden maps, notebooks, pet beds, and more by hand.

Promising review: "I love these cat hexagons and so do my cats!!! I was looking for something stylish and functional for my cats and I couldn’t be happier with this purchase. Assembly takes patience but I never felt like I was going to snap any of the pieces during the process like some of the other reviews state. I did buy more heavy-duty hardware before I assembled these to be on the safe side. Thanks for the great new addition to my office space, Igor!!" —d r

Get it from Enjoy The Wood from Amazon Handmade for $78.99+ (available in five colors and five sizes).

Parker & Co. is a Canada-based small business creating natural and cruelty-free pet products.

Promising review: "Absolutely LOVE this belt bag! It's comparable to the Lululemon except this one is way more functional for walking your pup! There's so much space inside, and you can hold all your snacks for your adventures. I highly recommend even if you don't have a dog to walk. It's great for hands-free shopping." —Adrianna

Get it from Parker & Co. for $33 (available in three colors).

Promising review: "A beautiful food bowl that looks like a sculptural work of art? Yes, please. Love the color and the clean, gorgeous look of this cat bowl. It's very strudy and made of solid ceramic. I like that it's elevated, so it's better for the cat's spine." —Rachel

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

Promising review: "We recently got a new puppy who loves to chew on everything (the table, my shoes, our other dogs, etc.). Once we discovered bully sticks, we thought we were home free, but then I started reading about all these horror stories where dogs swallow the last few inches of the bully stick. Sure enough, a few days later, I see one of my other dogs coughing while frantically making chewing motions. I ran over and luckily managed to fish out the last bit of bully just before it went down his throat. If this could happen to my older dog with 13 years of chewing experience, I knew it was just a matter of time before the puppy did the same thing. These are the greatest invention ever! They are sturdy and grip the stick like nobody's business when used according to the directions. (You have to twist the stick, people. Pay attention to the directions!) There are no parts that break off, and the shape is fun for the dogs. Plus, they're light enough that the dogs can carry them around in their mouth. If you give your dog any kind of chew stick, I cannot recommend these enough. We have three BullyGrips at the moment (one small and two medium) but we have four dogs, so we'll probably get one more. These are half the price of the competition and work so much better. We'll never use anything else again." —Mikara

Get it from Amazon for $16.95+ (available in small for treats 1/2 inch–3/4 inches, medium 5/8 inches–7/8 inches, and large 3/4 inches–1 1/8 inches).

This spray is vegan, hypoallergenic, and made without artificial colors, chemicals, or fragrances.

Promising review: "I use this on my dog when she comes home from doggie daycare. I spray it even over her coat, rub it in and when it’s dry, give her a light brushing. She’s a pit, so she has short hair. Leaves her coat so soft and smelling fresh!" —Amanda K.

Get it from Wild One for $12 (originally $15) or from Chewy for $15.

Okay, maybe that last part is something you can add, but just think how fun it will be to play with these toys together! Bird bonding time has never been better.

Promising review: "I love it. It's super easy to assemble and came with all the hardware I needed including the screwdriver. No off-putting chemical smells and everything seems sturdy enough that he’d have to be trying to break it. I’ll definitely be using this brand of bird toy again!" —Morgan

Get it from Amazon for $10.46+ (available in four variations).

Watch how easy this brush is to use in this video on TikTok.

Promising review: "Our 6-month-old puppy hated bathtime! I bought this and the silicone suction thing for her to lick some peanut butter and bananas off of. It seriously made bathtime a breeze! She was completely distracted and the speed that I could get her scrubbed and rinsed was amazing. Before it was a two-person job, and I ended up with bruises, but with this set up it could be done by one person. Also, installation was very quick and easy!" —Britany

Get the brush and treat mat combo from Amazon for $29.99.

Promising review: "It took some finesse to get it on him at first since he kept pulling his legs out but once I got it on, it worked like a charm. This was a first for my beardie so it took him some getting used to before he moved on his own. It’s pretty cute too." —Chrisp

Get it from Amazon for $7.99.

Promising review: "I saw someone get this for their cats on TikTok, so I thought I would try it out. My cats don't drink enough water, and I've tried moving their food and water to different spots. When I got this fountain though...everything changed. My girl cat is OBSESSED with it. We call it her best friend, because when she isn't drinking from it (or playing with it) she is sitting there just staring at it. It only gets loud if your cat likes the play with the water, which she does. She grabs at it with her paw to drink, or puts her head under it and lets it fall into her mouth. She also drinks it like a normal animal occasionally. My boy cat on the other hand, at first was interested but when he got wet from the stream he was very angry with it. He does drink from it a lot now, but he's found a way to drink without getting his head wet. Moral of the story, they love it and they drink A LOT more water now, and it doubles as a play toy." —Peony

Get it from Amazon for $35.41.

Promising review: "Spontaneous purchase, but I’m glad I got it. The build quality is surprisingly good. All the little toys included are such nice quality and cute. My cats are obsessed with this thing lol. They love laying on it and knocking the balls into the holes. (They like cheating at pool.) It’s hilarious, and the cats are having a good time!" —Kat

Get it from Amazon for $79.79.

This is probably my favorite product I've tried since getting a dog. I had heard such good things about this leash, but I didn't know how great it really was until I tried it out. I love having the ability to walk hands-free with my dog. I wrap the leash across my body and am able to still hold other things in my hand, such as coffee. It also easily converts to a regular leash, if needed. I've gotten so many compliments on this leash while I've been out and have even sent the link to a few friends because once people see it and see how useful it is, they want their own.

Former BuzzFeed Shopping editor Bek O'Connell says: "This leash is such a lifesaver. My dog is very anxious and has a tendency to bolt. I'm talking 0 to 100, dead sprint. I was so scared that he would catch me off guard and the leash would fly out of my hands. Being able to loop this over my head (I wear it cross-body) has given me total peace of mind. Best of all, I can have both hands free while navigating various walking obstacles. The ease of being able to dig around in your bag while keeping your dog attached to your hip is truly priceless. Bonus: It comes in colors your dog can actually see."

Get it from Fable for $65+ (available in two sizes and nine colors).

Plus, it includes a removable stainless steal bowl for easy feeding. The app will also notify you when it's almost out of food!

Nooie is a family-owned small business creating stylish smart home gadgets (including cameras, smartplugs, and more) that are made to look nice in your home.

Promising reviews: "10/10⭐️ This feeder is primarily used for his lunchtime feedings/when I’m not home in time to provide him his wet food. Really easy to setup and I love that I can control the portion size and designate a specific time to feed him in replacement of me asking a friend to feed him on days I’m unable to! The kibble placed inside is Ziwi Peak Air-dried food so I was slightly skeptical about whether or not it would clog since they’re in the shape of a square but NO clogging AT ALL!" —Stephanie

"This feeder not only fixed my cats tendency to destroy my house as a means of getting fed, but now I don’t have to pay someone to stay with them when I go away for the weekend. 100% worth it. It looks cute and I can control it with my phone." —Sarah mayers

Get it from Amazon for $79.99.

Promising review: "I bought this for a long car trip and it was great! My dog could move around in the backseat but was safe and secure with her harness attached to this." —SusanD

Get it from Amazon for $17.95 (also available in three other styles).

Promising review: "My cat is an 'only child' and super spoiled, so she has lots of toys. But this is a special favorite of hers. She not only likes to play with the toys dangling from it, but also loves to just sit and chill on the mat part. It didn’t seem super sturdy to me at first, but she’s a 10 lb+ chonk, and there haven’t been any issues. It's definitely worth the money to see how happy it makes her!" —McLady

Get it from Amazon for $11.79.

Molly Mutt is a woman-owned small business based in San Francisco.

Promising reviews: "I hate getting on a couch full of dog hair so my favorite product is our Molly Mutt couch cover! The dogs can have free reign now and when I’m ready to sit down and relax, I can move the cover and enjoy a hair-free couch." —summitatthesummit

"Beautiful! So this is certainly a particularly good find for me (it's the same copper color as my new sofa!), but it also seems really well made. The underside has little plastic dots to help it stay put in addition to the cushion anchors." —JenMichigan

Get it from Chewy for $129+ (available in two sizes and in rust orange, green, navy, and tan) or from Molly Mutt $129+ (available in three sizes and 14 colors/patterns).

Promising review: "One thing I always struggle with is finding a puzzle-type toy for my dog to use that doesn't get solved in 10 seconds and is durable enough to withstand a 55-pound shepherd mix. This definitely works! It's marketed for diggers but it's also great for sniffers!" —LL

Get it from Amazon for $78.73.

Promising reviews: "My cats love this and it fit well with my home decor. It is easy to assemble and very good-looking. You can use it as a side table too!" —Che Bian

"Totally money worthy! It’s very sturdy and my cats are in love with this scratch board<3, highly recommend!" —Quan Gan

Get it from Amazon for $45.99+ (available in tan and green).

Promising review: "This is no ordinary cat scratcher! It's sleek and well-made, and it takes up minimal space, which makes a big difference in our smaller home. Our cat has been a complete terror lately, moving on from shredding our couch to literally tearing the paint off our walls. This seemed like the perfect fix, as it attaches to the wall. I rubbed some catnip on it and set it down flat to get our cat used to it and then hung it on the wall a few hours later. So far, so good; he seemed to take to it really quickly!" —ANicholeG

Get it from Amazon for $42.99.

Promising review: "So far, this works like a champ!! Ticks are a nightmare this spring, and on every walk, we are coming home with half a dozen in spite of topicals. This bandana is the only thing that has kept the dog tick-free!! I’m thinking of getting a couple more, one for both of my legs." —Caroline M Schuyler

Get it from Amazon for $6.99.

Promising review: "We have a Chihuahua who sleeps in his bed near our bed. He always wants to be able to see us before he goes to sleep. This bed is the perfect height for him to see us and go to sleep. It is a bit bigger than I expected, but the stairs are the perfect size for him to climb up. The cushion on top is a bit hard and rough, so we just put another cushion. Our Chihuahua is very satisfied with this purchase." —Blee

Get it from Amazon for $222.31.

This attachment fits most Dyson models. You can see the full list it works with on the listing page.

Get it from Dyson for $69.99.

Get it from Diggs for $425+ (available in three sizes and with or without a pump).

This is the perfect crate if you're in the middle of crate training and end up leaving home, as that's why I used it. The first time I took my dog to visit my parents, I had to bring one of the big clunky crates, and it was such a hassle to break down, pack in the car, and do it all over again at the end of the weekend. I quickly realized I needed a nice travel crate to make things easier. And this one is great. It's super lightweight and easy to set up. I can do it in about a minute. It's got a number of openings, including the sides and the top. I found that my dog is really comfortable in this, even though we're not at home. It really helped me crate-train her in the first couple of weeks by establishing a safe space for her to hang out and sleep in at night. I will say that it is def not as durable as a regular crate, so if you have a dog that scratches and tries to get out, this may not be the best option.

Promising review: "We bought this to have a lightweight portable crate to travel with for our golden retriever, and this worked great on our first trip. It is easy to carry, lightweight to load in the car, and pops up so easily with no complicated steps. Seems very comfortable for my dog, has more than one opening, lets in plenty of air, and looks nice. We are very pleased and hope to use it on future trips. We bought the largest size, and it’s perfect for our 80-pound golden." —UA Gal

Get it from Amazon for $59.99+ (available in five sizes and two colors).

This leaf does arrive with a wire inside, so just be sure to remove it before adding to the tank.

Promising review: "I had a problem with my betta sleeping near the filter and getting stuck on it. These leaves are his new bed. He’s always resting on them. Great way to provide as a resting spot for your betta!" —Rose Moon

Get two from Amazon for $6.98.

Rocco & Roxie is a family-owned small business that offers pet supplies, from cleaners, to treats, grooming tools, toys, and more.

Promising review: "This stuff is AMAZING. I have tried so many cleaners from local stores and NOTHING would get the smell out! Let me include a side note that I have three kittens and one dog — the dog AND one of my kittens are continuously having accidents on our carpet, and it has been a NIGHTMARE. This product has been a life saver. It's super easy to use too. Just clean up the mess, soak the area, wait five minutes, and soak up the product. As soon as you spray this stuff on the spot, the smell is completely gone. I wish I would have known about this stuff when my pet mess problem originated. I will DEFINITELY be purchasing more and highly recommend this stuff!! Great product." —Danielle Brittain

Get it from Amazon for $19.97.

Check out our full Rocco & Roxie Professional Strength Stain & Odor Eliminator review for more!

Promising review: "This product is amazing!!!! We have a Rottweiler pup and a bichon pup and our house was feeling the PAIN! I tried everything and use to tell my wife, 'With all the science and technology in the world we still can’t come up with something that gets rid of the dog mark smell!'

This product does everything and more. Just ordered another round. We were about to throw away some furniture due to the smell and now after use we can keep it. Saved me hundreds. Well worth the money." —clayton s tonkin

Get it from Amazon for $19.97.

Promising review: "Brilliantly designed and built, with high-quality materials. Easy to install below seat. My 2-year-old retriever weighs 70 pounds and loves to run. Now, he can safely run beside me. We just took our first ride with Walky Dog and it was great. Walked him connected to bike for 100 yards first. The adjustable spring functioned well. I could feel some tugs, but stability was not an issue. Installed on the left to avoid long hair in the bike chain. Looking forward to many fun rides with my loyal friend. Take water and use a harness with D-ring on top. Went slow for about one mile and practiced turns and stops. No problem. Wore heavy gloves and helmet just in case. Highly recommended." —Peter

Get it from Amazon for $66.

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