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Check out my colleague's review of the fruit tart bed for more deets and some seriously cute photos of her cats enjoying it.

Promising review: "This bed is adorable! I saw many reviews stating that it was a bit small, so I went with the larger size option, which I would say is plenty big enough for an average-sized cat. My cats are both relatively small and can fit inside with room to spare, and they love it! The fruit bits are very cute, too. I've only had this for about two days, and I've already found the strawberry batted halfway across the house. It seems the cats like fruit toys just as much as the crust pillow! Honestly, I've been eyeing this bed since before I even decided to adopt another cat, and it's definitely living up to my expectations! Can definitely recommend." —Taylor

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

Promising review: "Posy LOVES her pup cup. I love that I don't have to worry about it breaking. It's so cute and easy to travel with – so we get to go into Starbucks with her personalized pup cup!" —Kelly Hartog

Get it from J & S Pawtique on Etsy for $15 (available in 18 design colors and in additional styles).

Promising reviews: "My conure loves to play with this and gets so silly rolling it around and around!! She uses her beak and sometimes even lies on her back and uses her feet!! Lol. She’s absolutely adorable to watch, and I am amazed by how much time she spends playing with this toy daily. :)" —Terra Ardellini

"This is a very durable, stimulating toy at a remarkable value. My cockatoo is very destructive with toys. They usually only last hours to a day. She loves this interactive toy, and it is still providing her entertainment after several weeks." —Susan Knox

Get it from Amazon for $24.99 (available in eight styles).

My friends have a Newfoundland puppy who is pushing 130 pounds, and he absolutely LOVES to chew on balls and play with them in the back of his throat, making the worst sound imaginable, but also terrifying all of us. For his first birthday, I got him this ball because he was mainly playing with large tennis balls that still weren't big enough for him not to swallow. He quickly became obsessed with this ball and would play with it throughout the day, inside and outside, and he couldn't fit the whole thing in his mouth if he tried! The glow is also very strong, and it's super cool to see him play with it at night.

Promising review: "Great ball for playing catch in the day or beginning of night. It glows well in the dark but fades in time. The material is bouncy but soft enough to protect dogs' teeth from damage. Great buy! Update: I have had this ball for over a month and use it two to three times a day for 20 minutes each time. The ball is still in near-perfect condition. Update to the update: I have five dogs and still use this ball; it is still an amazing product. Recommend this 100%. I have a Saint Bernard, an Australian Shepard, a Border Collie, and two Border Collie Saint Bernard mix dogs. So yes, the smallest is 45 pounds, the largest 150. This is their favorite ball." —Allthatisis

Get it from Amazon for $6.94+ (available in four sizes).

This set includes a loop-the-loop, an outhouse, a snap-on comfort wheel, fun-nel tubes, and rings.

Promising review: "The mice love this critter trail activity set. It increases their area to move around, and they love the wheel. They're exercising on the wheel all the time! It's a great addition to the critter trail habitat. Putting it together was easy, as each piece snaps together. The activity set is also easy to clean. Each section of the activity set comes apart, so you can clean it, and then you just have to snap it back together when done. I love it, but more importantly, the mice love it!" —LittleK

Get it from Amazon for $24.63 (also available in different variations).

Promising review: "Simply the best cat toy you can buy. My cats go wild as soon as I pull this out. Nothing else gets them up and moving like this toy now that they’re getting older. Seems silly that they love a simple wire with a cardboard tip, but there’s something about it that’s irresistible. Buy it. Your cats will love it." —A customerrr

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

Get a three-pack from Amazon for $8.77 (also available in packs of two and six).

If you need even more convincing, here's a review by BuzzFeed Shopping contributor AnaMaria Glavan on why the Multipet yellow duck toy is the best $8 she's ever spent (plus, cute photos of her pup!)

Promising review: "My dog Hazel LOVES this duck! She has had it for nine months now, and it’s still intact! It somehow made it through her teething as a puppy. She rips and tears apart all of her toys, but this one still looks decent!" —Emily Ann

Get one from Amazon in a random color for 5.39.

Promising review: "Our cats love their new sun beds! Perfect for snoozing, spying on the neighbors, and squirrel watching! Easy to assemble, sturdy, and attractive." —26.2 Mama

Get it from Amazon for $22.99+ (available in two colors and with or without a cushion).

You can mount it in a tree by wrapping it around the trunk, hanging it from a branch, or both. Also, reviewers say it's easy to swap out the included rope toy for another one if necessary!

Promising review: "My dog is a large 100-pound black lab who can easily mess up a wall trying to pull a toy off. I bought this for him, and he has been having a ball playing tug of war with the tree! Very durable!" —janelle

Get it from Amazon for $18.47+ (available in four colors). 

Each set includes four 3-cm felted balls infused with catnip, one catnip pod, and a metal storage tin.

Simply B Vermont is a small business based in Montpelier that offers an assortment of cat toys and accessories.

Promising review: "These are very nice felt balls, and my cat thinks they are very fun. I also like that I can "recharge" them. Sometimes, various catnip mice get recharged in the little box, too. It shipped nicely and arrived right away. Highly recommend!" —Sara

Get it from Simply B Vermont on Etsy for $17.50.

Promising review: "I have never seen my cat so happy! He really liked his flavor explorer toy! It has very good adhesion, and you can place it where you prefer, even on the floor. I think it is an excellent purchase to see my cat super happy!" —Karla Villafuerte

Here's BuzzFeed Shopping contributor Lily Burrill's review: "I have this for my dog, and I'm not sure who loves it more, me or her! It comes in five pieces, and you have to let the cushions puff up to get the full couch effect, but that only took less than a day. It's so soft and fuzzy, and I love that it came in pink! It's also super helpful that the cover comes off in case it starts to get dirty."

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 it to wash. It’s not hard to put together, and the washable feature makes it so much cooler. It’s very sturdy and feels like a real mini couch!" —Vanesza Stanley

Get it from Amazon for $33.99+ (available in three sizes and nine colors). 

Here's what BuzzFeed contributor Courtney Hayes has to say: "I have this bag, and it's a great size for my *extremely* clingy dogs. They're ~18 pounds each and fit comfortably inside (not at the same time). They love the thick, soft bed at the bottom, and I love that the straps are long enough to carry this over my shoulder."

Promising review: "My pom is a petite little dog with a big personality. She thrives on adventures, but we’ve found that she tires out quickly when on a leash. That’s why her carrier is perfect. It gives her a cozy spot to retreat from the extra attention she often attracts while out and about. Yet, she can still pop her head out to say hi whenever she feels comfortable!" —Happy Mom

Get it from Cleverpup for $120+ (available in two sizes and four colors; personalization is available for free).

BuzzFeed Shopping editor Jenae Sitzes swears by it: "This is THE cat bed, y'all. Neither of my cats has 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 a while back. 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 lie 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. While the listing recommends this bed for cats under 10 pounds, larger cats will be just fine, as Sneaky is quite large (his affectionate nickname is 'Chonky'), and he adores this bed. Most of all, 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!!"

Promising reviews: "Best cat toy. My cat absolutely loves this fish. Well worth the price to keep my cat entertained." —Joanne

"I bought two for my Frenchie and Chihuahua, and they both stay entertained for a good while tossing and chewing on the little trout. It usually lasts about a week on a single charge." —Chef Raul Alberto Dominguez

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

Obviously, it's recommended not to leave your animal unattended in the playpen as they may be able to climb or jump out.

Promising review: "Highly recommend for anyone wanting a play yard for their small pet friend. It's super easy to pack up for traveling, easy to clean, and large enough for our guinea pig to run around and stretch his legs." —Amazon Customer

Get it from Amazon for $13.99+ (available in five colors).

Charge it outside during the daytime or under light all day to get the glowing effect at night!

Promising review: "WE FOUND IT! A play ball that can stand up to our 14-week-old part black Lab, part shark. We have tried several toys that could stand up to the extremely sharp teeth. Nothing has worked for over 15 minutes of intensive playtime. We heard about this ball from a fellow puppy owner and ordered it immediately. Added bonus: She is exhausted after chasing this thing around, so nap time comes quickly." —james Bennett

Get it from Amazon for $14.99+ (available in four styles and a two-pack).

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).

The purr mechanism runs for two minutes before automatically shutting off.

Promising review: "My cat used to WAIL in the car all the way to the vet. I tried crating her, not crating her, letting her ride in my lap — nothing helped. On a whim, I googled solutions and came across this. Tried it and IT WORKS!!!! She was quiet the whole way. I put her in a small crate with her cat bed, put it in the front passenger seat, and put this toy right next to the crate door. I had to leave the toy outside because it times out after a minute or two, and you have to keep squeezing it. But it worked like a charm! I suggest introducing your cat to it before the car ride, so it’s not new and scary. But the sound is very soothing. Even the ladies at the vet commented it would put them to sleep!" —Jde19630

Get it from Amazon for $12.49+ (also available in a sloth style).

This carrier is designed for dogs up to 15 pounds and cats up to 18 pounds. BTW, the interior mat is removable for effortless cleaning.

Promising review: "I LOVE this pet backpack!! I have a maltipoo (who is my lovely little fur baby), and she likes to go with me everywhere. Now I can take her hiking on trails with me! 😊 The backpack is so roomy but not bulky, a win! There are two small zipped side pockets, perfect for two water bottles. There is a harness buckle, so your little one doesn’t fall out. I walked with the flap open so she could stand, sit, and be nosey. She was perfectly safe the entire 3-mile hike." —The busiest woman you know

Get it from Amazon for $24.99+ (available in nine styles).

Promising review: "I have a 9 y/o yorkie pom, and she just can’t walk as long as she used to. I found myself carrying her for half of the walk, and my arms got so tired. I LOVE this stroller. The two cup holders are great for my coffee and water. The backer on the bottom is great for storing her leash and my jackets. (Do not put heavy things in there)… I put a gallon of milk in there, and it fell because it’s only secured by Velcro. This little stroller actually motivates me to walk more and allows my dog to go on long walks again!" —Kenzie Coyne

Get it from Amazon for $79.99+ (available in two colors). 

You can hide their favorite treats inside the flip-top compartments and liftable dog-bone shapes, all of which have tiny air holes on top so your doggo can smell that something is hiding underneath. You might have to show them how to access the compartments the first time they use it, but reviewers say most dogs get the hang of it very quickly!

Promising review: "My puppy Chabuddy loves this puzzle. He uses his nose and paws to remove covers, flip open the lids, and slide the boxes to reveal more treats. I didn’t have to teach Chabuddy what to do with the puzzle. I just gave him a single peak under one lid to show him food was in fact accessible, and his nose did the rest of the work." —Clementine

Get it from Amazon for $13.77 (available in three other styles).

Promising reviews: "Our cat loves it. Light is very bright at day or night. Great that there are multiple mounting options, wall, shelf, or window. Great too for busy lives — when we need to leave our cat, they'll still have something to interact with." —Amazon Customer

"My dog loves lasers, and we are getting two kittens, so I thought I would give this a try. When I received it, I got it out of the box, and my dog went wild. She loves it, and I love that it is rechargeable instead of using up batteries." —G Brodecky

The adjustable opening makes this work for kibble, pea flakes, small diced carrot, dried herbs, or dried fruit.

Promising review: "I have two standard Rex rabbits. A fully grown one (about 10 pounds) and a 9-week-old baby (the size of a guinea pig). Both absolutely have a blast playing with these balls. The baby has even managed to get the ball into the water dish. So, I wonder if he's learned to pick it up and throw it by the treat-dispensing opening. The ball's treat-dispensing opening is adjustable in size to accommodate different-sized yummy surprises or difficulty levels. They get great enjoyment trying to get either pieces of vegetables or some food pellets out of it that I've put inside." —PPG

BuzzFeed Shopping writer Courtney Lynch (that's her kitty in the photos) has this product, and here's what she has to say: "Listen up, people. If your cat loves to take their scratching habit out on your furniture, you absolutely *need* one of these in your home. They're especially great for kitties who automatically take up residence in any cardboard box you bring into the house 😆 (iykyk). These last a really long time, so you only need to buy 'em every few months — maybe more often in a multi-cat household. It comes with a box, three scratching pad refills, and three small bags of catnip. The scratching pads are reversible, so you can flip them over once the first side is destroyed and get more use out of them. I keep one of these in the living room and one in my bedroom, and my cat has no interest in scratching anything else now. Also, she loves these so much that she'll often end up taking a little snooze inside of the box!"

Promising review: "I have a cat who only likes a few things, and she obsesses over those things. Cardboard scratchers are one of her favorite things. I love that this comes with three inserts that can be flipped over. Basically, it's six scratchers. This will last her several months, and we will be back for more when she goes through them all. Also, the price for this item was so much better than many others I see out there." —Samantha

Get it from Amazon for $9.49+ (available in two sizes with various replacements).

Promising reviews: "Entertaining. I’ve never seen my rabbit so interested in a toy. I’m glad I got two! I’ll definitely be ordering more." —Kahlia

"I got this for one of my guinea pigs, Garbanzo Bean, for his teeth, of course, and for his high energy. He loves chewing, tugging, and batting it around. It's lasting for a while, too! I'm glad that he has something to keep him entertained while I'm at work." —Heather

Get it from Amazon for $8.98 (also available in a three-pack).

Promising reviews: "A lot bigger than I was expecting, a whole head can fit in this thing. My big guy loves it. Not only does he eat from it, but he also likes playing with it, rolling it around in the water! 👍" —Rita Chapman

"Easy to use and makes outdoor time so fun for the tortoises and even our bunny!" —MegnMae

Get it from Amazon for $9.99 (available in three colors).

Promising review: "This is one of my kitty's favorites! I've had it for a little over 6 months, and the toy is still going strong. Sometimes, I stick other toys in there too, and she loves it." —Crystal

Promising review: "This was a huge hit since both of our chocolate Labs LIVE for peanut butter. Instead of the yogurt icing, I melted some actual peanut butter in the microwave and used that as icing instead. Chuckie could barely wait for it to bake!" —aim1030

Get it from Amazon for $9.99 (available in four flavors).

Puppy Cake 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). 

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