1. A Catit grass planter that’ll keep your cats from eating the plants around your home. This is extremely important to have as a cat owner since some house plants are actually toxic to cats!
Promising review: “I poured about a quart of water with Miracle-Gro in it over the seeds, and it drained immediately into the drip tray which filled up. I figured it would just suck up the water out of the tray as needed. Then, I left it alone for five days while on a business trip. When I came home, the grass was 8 to 10 inches high and very thick and fluffy. My cats loved it!” —Laura Byrd
Get it from Amazon for $13.92.
2. A silicone cat bowl mat, because messes are inevitable when dinnertime rolls around, especially if your sweet feline is having trouble seeing these days! This will keep your floors food-free, and will also protect them from water damage if your cat is the type to splash their water bowl before drinking.
Promising review: “I purchased two of these to use as a mat for our cat water bowls. Previously, I used a small towel but realized the water my cats were sloshing out…was harming my wood floor. These mats were perfect. I have one on a wood floor and one on a carpeted area. For some reason, my cats like to put their paws into the bowl and swirl their water around. Now…if kitty wants to slosh, the mat catches anything that gets outside of the bowl. No more air-drying my floors after a mishap. Very happy.” —AngelaG
Get it from Amazon for $6.67+ (available in five sizes and 26 colors).
3. A pet food storage system is perfect if you have a multi-cat home and need to keep your elderly cat’s medical grade food away from your new kitty’s kibble.
Promising review: “We hated picking up litter and food bags heavier than us so this is definitely a game-changer! It’s an awesome find and organizing idea. My husband was so happy to see that it came with a scoop!” —The RC Gamer
Get it from Amazon for $32.99+ (available in three colors).
4. A Hertzko self-cleaning brush with retractable teeth to make cleanup after a good brushing experience so easy, you’ll wish you had purchased it sooner. This is practically a necessity if your cat needs extra help to groom themselves these days.
Promising review: “I brushed off enough cat hair to have another cat. I would recommend this brush if you want to brush your fur babies bald. It won’t actually ever happen, them being bald, but it is so satisfying to see that fur pile up next you as you spend 30 minutes brushing your cat or dog.” —Charly
Get it from Amazon for $12.04+ (available in four styles and two pack versions).
5. And on the topic of grooming, a Paul Mitchell foaming waterless shampoo for your cat who may not be able to reach certain areas of their body on their own. This foaming wash’s pH is formulated specifically for animals, which means that it won’t strip any necessary oils from your cat’s skin that act as a protector from the world.
Promising review: “I did a couple of pumps of this and covered him completely in the areas I know were directly bothering him. I was pretty liberal with it, I massaged it in, and used a silicone cat brush to disperse it. I think it really helped. This cat HATES water anything, but did not move away and was actually purring when I was putting it on him and brushing him.” —La Bella
Get it from Amazon for $11.63.
6. A plush self-warming cat bed so comfortable, you’ll wish it came in human size. Your senior feline will adore this cozy cocoon for their lil’ naps.
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Promising reviews: “Purchased this in the small size for my senior female kitty and she loves it. I had purchased similar cat beds in the past that were okay, but went with this brand this time when other cats in the house commandeered them. This bed is taller than the others I purchased. Very soft and I washed it after receiving it using a front loader washer with no problem. Used low heat in the dryer, and it came out really soft and fluffy. My cat took about 20 minutes before she settled in it and she seemed very content. Plenty of room for her to curl up and be cozy. Would recommend to others looking to buy this.” —Twinkie
“I’ve had this for three days and my senior cat has spent at least 36 of those 72 hours in this bed. She took one sniff and it was instant love. I set it in front of her favorite heat vent. I plan on keeping this as long as it lasts. Looks durable, though haven’t had it very long. There are non-slip bumps on the bottom, which would be nice if I had to move it to the wood floors. The medium was the right size for a very average size cat.” —Valerie
Get it from Amazon for $17.99+ (available in four sizes and eight colors).
7. A Greenies dental treat, because a lack of opposable thumbs makes it hard for your cat to brush their teeth. These treats promote gum and tooth health, which is imperative for any aging cat! Plus, they’ll give your cat fresh breath, which is always welcome.
Promising review: “Our two senior cats like these treats. We give them a couple at night, and they seem to help with keeping their teeth clean and avoiding the dreaded, expensive cleaning by the vet.” —Linda in NC
Get it from Amazon for $22.98.
8. An Advantage small cat flea treatment that’ll provide sweet relief to your indoor/outdoor cat. Fleas can cling onto your cat even if they don’t stray too far from your home these days (read: they just chill on your porch now). This treatment attacks fleas at all stages of life, making the annihilation of those pesky little critters hassle-free.
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Promising review: “It seemed to take a few days to kick in, but once it did, boy did it! They scratched maybe a couple times a week or two later for the new fleas but nothing near what they did without it, and after a week or two after the flea life cycles were stopped, they hardly ever scratched. I bought the one for smaller weights just to be sure kitties didn’t get a reaction, and they did not, no fur loss; fur from flea scratching actually healed. They did not seem to be bothered by any smell of it and hardly could tell I applied it. Took a small amount and I hardly noticed any strong odor. It actually worked very well for all stages of the fleas and for about six weeks. Easily comparable to Revolution without the vet visit just to get a script.” —Amazon Customer
Get the version for small cats (5-9 lbs.) from Amazon for $16.13+ (available in various pack sizes) for the version for large cats (9+ lbs.) for the same price (available in various pack sizes).
9. A plush purring pillow for cats that need to feel like they’re always cuddling something. This is great for cats of all ages who crave plush textures and soothing sounds as they snooze away.
Promising review: “I bought this toy for my senior cat who has night time dementia. While I was suspicious because of the price + toy form (it is just a soft shell except for the sound box), she LOVES it. It only purrs for two minutes at a time but that is usually enough to help her calm down. She often sleeps snuggled up with it and even uses it for a pillow! We haven’t had to wash it yet but it will be easy to remove the sound box and toss it in the wash. I don’t know how effective it would be for a busy kitten but it is perfect for this old gal.” —Nicole Brown
Get it from Amazon for $13.74.
10. A Pet MD ear wipe, because nobody likes an ear infection, and cats especially don’t like it when humans clean their ear infections. These wipes are gentle, alcohol-free, and contain aloe vera to help soothe your old pal’s aching ears.
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Promising review: “My cat was scratching at her ears A LOT, so I checked and there was clearly something yucky going on (smelled like a dirty sock). Once I looked, it was clear there was a lot of gross buildup. After one week of use, her ears are much better and almost back to normal.” —Amazon Customer
Get it from Amazon for $14.99.
11. A Greenies Pill Pocket treat that is just like sneaking veggies into a picky eater’s meal. Simply place your elderly cat’s pill inside the treat, mold the soft treat around the pill, and watch them enjoy every last bite of what they think is a yummy snack.
Promising review: “A must-have for giving pills to cats. So easy to use and good ingredients. Works successfully with our cats — they gobble it right up and aren’t aware of the pill inside.” —Barry L. Miller
Get it from Amazon for $6.48+ (available in two sizes).
12. A pack of Burt’s Bees dander-reducing wipes for the cool cats who really don’t like taking baths. These wipes are great for wiping dusty paws and clearing off any debris from the outside world, while still maintaining the health of your cat’s fur.
Promising review: “I especially like the Burt Bees wipes. My 15 year old cat accepted them easily, they smell fresh and her fur is soft and fuzzier afterwards. I think they make her skin less itchy, also. I use them perhaps once or twice a week. I will purchase them again when they’re gone.” —SJD-Fairfax
Get a 50-pack from Amazon for $6.76+ (available in four versions and various pack sizes).
13. A PetSafe feeder ball that’ll keep mealtime fun, while simultaneously stimulating your cat’s mind with play.
Promising reviews: “Our cats love this and it’s the perfect way to give them food overnight without them eating all of it within the first 30 minutes and vomiting on the kitchen floor! They really like the challenge, and the size makes it really easy to regulate the amount of food we are giving them. We got two of them so they could both play/eat and that really solved our problems.” —Charity Crabtree
“I just put food in there and not treats because my cats are kind of chunky and it’s nice that they actually have something to do. They are seniors and need to do whatever I can to give them some action.” —Stephanie A.
Get it from Amazon for $7.95 (available in four colors).
14. A bag of Cosequin capsules, because supplements are imperative for anyone as they get older — even cats! These ultra-soft chews are perfect for supporting joint health in any senior cat.
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Promising review: “I chopped them up and mixed them with wet food to give her an extra dose once a day on top of her Cosequin pill. Saw a significant difference in her activity! She is a 19-year-old kitty who has arthritis in her hips and sciatica in her spine. The vet gave me an expensive supplement that was essentially concentrated fish oil and vitamin E — it didn’t make a big difference. [But there was a] noticeable difference within a week of starting Cosequin! Cheap and effective alternative to pet store supplements. Well worth every penny! Very affordable compared to alternatives.” —Jess
Get it from Amazon for $11.86.
15. A pet step, because some cats need help when climbing onto higher places. Put this near the couch or bed to help your feline get to the places they need to go.
Promising review: “Although the step is lightweight, the foam base material they use seems pretty sturdy and doesn’t seem wobbly at all when my pet climbs (or more likely runs) up it to get to the bed. The cover was a huge selling point for me and looks far and away better than many of the other pet stairs I’ve seen on the market. Bonus? Love that you can buy replacement covers for it as well!” —J. Borges
Get it from Amazon for $40.99+ (available in six sizes and 17 colors).
16. A pet eye wipe to help your sweet, little old cat wipe away those tear stains that they can’t seem to get to themselves these days.
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Promising review: “These work so well on my Persian cat whose eyes are constantly crying. I use them once or twice a day and usually only go through two per time if his eyes get really bad. His gunk builds up really hard, and these wipes immediately soften it all up and leave his eye area nice and clean. Would recommend 100%.” —Paloma
Get it from Amazon for $16.99+ (available in two designs).
17. A fluffy fleece blanket, because cats love warmth! Place this in your cat’s bed, or wherever else they love to lounge and watch them purr their way to dreamland in no time.
Promising review: “These mini blankets are such a great bargain! My cat loves them. I pile three together, and place them in different parts of the house. She loves to ‘knead’ them and lay on them. I even have unwrapped extras to replace these if necessary. Great bang for your buck!” —Kathleen Shannon
Get it from Amazon for $16.99+ (available in sizes S–L and four colors).
18. A litter box that’s easily accessible and gives your senior cat the privacy they need as they go number two.
Promising review: “Never before has a single product from Amazon improved my life more! Our old lady cat has difficulty squatting, and this is the fourth litter box we’ve tried to contain the spray from ‘Princess Pee.’ Kitty and humans are both loving this new pee palace. The steps force her to fully enter the box to get to the litter, meaning we are no longer dealing with pee spraying out of the box.” — cosmic_blaze
Get it from Amazon for $37.55+ (available in two colors).
19. A Forticep itch relief spray for the cats in your life who do not respond well to baths. This spray is antibacterial, antifungal, and is said to help to heal wounds, which is always great to have on hand for your more adventurous indoor/outdoor cat.
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20. An orthopedic window hammock that molds to your cat’s body to help soothe any muscle or joint pain they may have. Think of this bed like a body pillow for your four-legged buddy.
Promising review: “Was easy to put together, no installation required; it simply fits onto the window track and then rests on the wall below. No holes made in your walls is a big plus! Very sturdy but easily relocated if needed. I have two cats and both fit quite comfortably together. The material is great quality and the bed portion is thick and super soft and cushy. This has become their favorite place to nap or watch birds.” —Jeff Drew
Get it from Amazon for $32.99 (available in four colors).
21. A pack of denim print diapers, because poop happens (see what I did there?) — there’s no reason your cat *shouldn’t* look cool as heck while avoiding accidentally using your new couch as a WC.
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Promising review: “My cat that is approximately 18–20 years old. I brought her in when she was sheltering under my deck. She now has an incontinence problem. I have tried so many [diapers] before I saw these and read a review from another cat parent. They do not leak and she is walking more comfortably than with the others. She’s about 7 pounds now so it was hard to find a fit. She can now go anywhere she wants without a problem and can nap on the sofa without extra towels!” —Nancy D.
Get an eight-pack from Amazon for $7.99+ (available in sizes XS–M).
22. A silicone brush, just in case your cat is *always* looking for those adorable cheek scratches. This brush has silicone teeth to really get between your cat’s fur and scrub their bodies.
23. Or a self-grooming cat toy that’ll scratch your cat’s cheeks while you’re too caught up with your daily tasks. I have a few of these toys adhered to several corners in my home to help my cats brush their fur as they pass by. Pro tip: add the included catnip to the slots on either side of the toy to turn groom time into playtime!
24. And a stainless steel cat water fountain if your cat refuses to hydrate themselves from anything other than the running kitchen faucet. Save your water (and your water bill funds) with this super cute floral fountain that will give your elderly kitty the illusion of running water and encourage them to drink more.
Promising review: “Our cat recently had urinary crystals so bad his bladder was fully blocked. After surgery we were advised to get a fountain to encourage more drinking. We have three other cats and they have all taken to the fountain. It’s easy to set up, easy to clean, and the filters are relatively inexpensive. It’s also super easy to fill. It is very quiet. You’ll start to hear some water noise when the level gets low, but that’s a great reminder to fill it up haha. For the price, this fountain is wonderful. Recommend.” —Jay
Get it from Amazon for $24.99.
Reviews have been edited for length and/or clarity.
