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Cat lovers are a special breed — their cats are like their children. They like to see their cats happy, so a gift for the cat is like a gift for the cat lover. Show the cat lover in your life that you understand their feline attachment by presenting them with a gift for their cat.

You can choose a cat gift geared toward cat health or cat fun. Cat water fountains are an excellent choice to show you care about the health of the cat. These fountains make water available that is constantly running — that keeps the water fresher, and cats are more likely to drink a healthy amount.
For cat fun, a Turbo Scratcher will keep cats active and entertained for hours; there are other styles of cat scratcher toys, too.

One thing cats really like is climbing up high to survey their surroundings, so an indoor cat tree makes a thoughtful cat gift. Make the cat lover happy at the same time by going beyond the basic everyday cat climber and buying an exciting unique cat tree like none other.

Another cat gift that would make the cat lover happy is something that helps control the cat litter situation. Cat litterbox furniture conceals the cat box mess and helps contain odors. Who wouldn’t love that?

Beyond these basics, you can find a whole litter of gifts like cat t-shirts, cat mugs, cat figurines, and Christmas cat products at Cat Gifts For Cat Lovers.

Sometimes the best cat gift is actually one that benefits the cat owner most of all. Cat litterbox furniture is related to cats, and cats use it, but the cat owner is the one who will best appreciate it.

Cat owners often have the problem of where to put the cat litterbox so it’s not unsightly. Then there is the smell, and the litter being tracked all over the house. Cat litterbox furniture solves those problems. The litterbox itself hides inside the decorative cabinet, and the cabinet traps litter and odors.

What cat owner wouldn’t be thrilled with a gift that helps beautify their home while still making available the necessary accouterments of life with a cat? Look at some of the most popular styles of cat litterbox furniture and buy your favorite cat person a gift that shows you understand their unique needs.

I guess if you’re going to just lounge around, a cat scratcher bed is the best place to do it. At least there’s the option of scratching and stretching if the notion strikes. But for active cats, a much better choice is Bergan’s Cat Turbo Scratcher.

The cat Turbo Scratcher is more than just a scratching pad. That’s good in itself, but this cat toy adds an irresistible ball running around a track. Cats just can’t get enough of chasing the ball as it zips ’round and ’round. The center scratcher pad lasts a long time, but replacements are readily available.

If you want a gift for your cat that will occupy him or her for hours, buy a cat Turbo Scratcher by Bergan. And stock up on catnip to sprinkle on the scratcher pad…your cat will be in seventh heaven.

Along the lines of a gift that is good for the cat, and also for the cat person, is a cat scratcher toy. I’m not into strenuous exercise or primping, so these cat toys are a good choice for me…or for cats like me. (My favorite is a scratcher bed.)

Cat scratcher toys help your cat keep its claws clean and healthy. Not only that, but the action of digging in and pulling back stretches the muscles to keep your cat limber and flexible.

Cat owners like cat scratchers because they give the cat someplace to scratch other than the furniture. Scratching is a natural and instinctive activity, so it’s not fair to get angry with your cat. Just provide one of these popular cat scratcher toys, and everyone will be happy. What more can you ask for from a Christmas gift?

Perhaps the most thoughtful gift for cats isn’t even something to play with or on, but something to help them be their healthiest. While being physically active is important, good health starts from the inside out. A cat drinking fountain is a simple way to gift your cat with health.

Cats needs lots of fresh water every day. It keeps them hydrated and lessens the chance of kidney or bladder issues. Cats don’t always drink enough, though, because the water in their bowls gets stale. A cat drinking fountain circulates the water to keep it fresh and to encourages your cat to drink more.

Most cats do fine with the most popular drinking fountains, but some may get chin acne from the plastic models. Chin acne looks like little black spots of dirt, and can be itchy or inflamed. Plastic water bowls, if scratched, can harbor bacteria, which may attach to your cat’s chin when it drinks. A ceramic cat drinking fountain is much more sanitary and can help avoid chin acne.

For a thoughtful gift for your cat this year, check out the top-selling cat drinking fountains.

I’m no different than any cat, really. I have the same instincts and needs. One of those needs is scratching. I need to keep my claws manicured and healthy. My human doesn’t like it when I claw on the furniture, so these cat scratchers are just the thing.

Cat scratchers come in lots of different styles for any cat’s preference. The most popular is the Bergan Turbo Scratcher cat toy. It lies flat on the floor and has the added attraction of a ball that runs in a track around the outside. I hear it can keep cats occupied for hours. It’s a little too much activity for me, though. I’d just use the scratcher part.

Then there are cat scratching posts. Those are quite popular, too. Most of them are covered with that tough sisal material, which is good for scratching. Some cats really like reaching up high and getting a good stretch as they dig in their claws and pull.

Incline scratchers are somewhere in between — not flat on the floor, and not vertical. They give a cat’s muscles a nice stretch, but keep it close to the floor for quick get-aways. Lots of these incline cat scratchers have a hidey-hole in the base for toys.

I have to admit, though, my very favorite scratcher toy is the cat scratcher bed. I can clean my claws without even getting up. The surface feels nice and gives a luxurious massage when I roll around on it. Add a touch of catnip, and I’m off to dreamy ecstasy.

I highly recommend getting a cat scratcher toy for your cat. It will keep the claws healthy, provide activity, and protect your furniture. Because it’s really not fair to get mad at your cat for carrying out an instinctive need.

It’s true that cats who live inside need to have some kind of exercise equipment to help them keep a sleek, sinuous physique. The taller the cat tree, the better, I say. And if it has a nice tall scratching post, it’s even better for stretching the muscles and keeping the claws in good shape. I like having a tree to climb on. But I don’t want it to look like a tree. Goodness, if that’s what I wanted, I’d just live outside…and we know I wouldn’t want to do that. All those bugs and all that dirt. Ewww.

But the usual cat trees you see online or in pet stores are so gauche. Totally not my style. And the poor humans who have to look at those things every day…how boring! I want something out of the ordinary. Something with pizzazz and style. Something that makes people (and other cats) take notice.

I found a pawful of modern cat trees that I just adore. They provide all the features a cat needs to stay physically and mentally stimulated. But they do it with style. Instead of trying to blend into the corner like ordinary cat trees (which never works, since they are such big pieces of cat furniture), they become the focal point of the room. And, really, shouldn’t a cat’s accessories support its role as the center of household life?

The only problem I have with these cat trees I found is that I just can’t decide which I like the best. I have such a complex personality. I like the ones that look like something out of a fairy tale. They are colorful and well-cushioned with carpeting, and they do satisfy my whimsical side. But then there’s the ribbon-shaped one that looks like a piece of sculpture. The flowing shape and the wild color choices appeal to my artistic side. And finally, the Lotus cat tree is simple, calm and serene — purrfect for my yoga and meditation time.

So I don’t know. Maybe I’ll just show these to my person and let her pick one out. Take a look at these unique cat trees and see if you don’t have a hard time deciding, too.

I just had to add this. I found these cat trees that are part rustic and part cushy. I like the natural tree branch legs for looks and for scratching, but the soft carpeted platforms and cradles are nice, too. I’m amazed at the many different configurations they come in, large and small. They are individually hand-crafted, so no two are exactly alike. I can’t decide which one I like the most.

Take a look, and click on
the ones you like the best
to find out more about them.

I’ve heard that cats in the wild climb up to a high vantage point to survey their surroundings and locate possible food sources. Here’s a picture of me hunting for food from a high place.


Seriously, you know that I’m a natural cat. Even though I live inside and I’m not wild, I prefer things as close to natural as possible. None of this fancy, schmancy glittery stuff for me. That’s why I like these natural-looking cat trees I found.

The cat trees with the leaves are great. I could really feel like the mighty hunter in one of these. I’d climb up there and peer out through the leaves, and no one would ever know I was there. I bet my person would like them, too, because they look like a nice house plant, but she wouldn’t have to water them.

Even though those cat climbers are made with real tree branches and look very realistic, it’s true that the leaves aren’t real. Real leaves just wouldn’t last, so these are made of silk. So I really like the all-natural cedar cat tree, too. It’s made from a real cedar tree and solid wood platforms, with no chemicals, preservatives, or synthetic carpeting. It looks very serene and peaceful; it would be purrfect for my zen meditations.

Indoor cats really need a cat tree to climb. It satisfies their need to be up high, and it provides some much-needed exercise to ward off obesity. What’s that you say? I should talk? Hey, I use my cat tree as much as you use that treadmill in the corner. I just don’t like to get too high off the ground, because that places me farther away from the food. Here’s a picture of my favorite cat tree.

Visit Indoor Cat Trees and pick your favorite.

Lloyd can worry about how to hide the litterbox…I’m more concerned with what’s in the cat box. I mean, I have to step in it and, well, you know. And I don’t like the dust and odor any more than my person does. After all, I have to be closer to it than she does. And I hate it when kitty litter sticks between my toes.

I know there are all kinds of cat litter. The traditional clay litter, clumping and non-clumping. The newer silica gel litter. They both have their advantages, I guess, but there are things I don’t like about them, too. For one, they both end up in the landfill. That’s ridiculous. For years cats have been burying their business in the ground and letting it decompose to enrich the earth. Now we have to wrap it in plastic and send it to the dump, where it will take up valuable space and never break down. It makes no sense to me.

I like things natural and environmentally friendly. This is the only earth we have, and I think we should be thoughtful with it. So I was excited to find out about all the natural, biodegradable cat litters available. These kitty litters are made of things like recycled paper, wood, and grain products, so they come from renewable sources. The litter will decompose right along with, you know, the other stuff, so it can be flushed down the toilet instead of stacking up in the landfill. I like that idea.

See what I’ve learned about green cat litter. (My favorite is World’s Best Cat Litter, because it’s made of corn, and if I get hungry between meals, I can sneak a snack.)

What are your worst cat litter problems? Cat litter odor? Cat litter mess? Cat litter ugliness? You may never have thought about it, but cats hate those things, too. I’ve found a solution with cat litterbox furniture.

I detest the sight of a litterbox — and it just ruins the Feng Shui in a home. And I can’t believe some cats have to do their business right out in the open. The thought makes me shudder. Again, litterbox furniture to the rescue.

Cat furniture litter enclosures make life nicer for the cat and its owner. It looks like a regular piece of furniture, but the bottom section conceals the litterbox. A doorway in one side allows easy access for the cat, and the doors in front open for cleaning. The person gets a pretty addition to the home — which usually includes extra storage for cat toys and litterbox tools — and the cat gets a private place for personal business.

Litterbox furniture helps with cat litter odor control. Since the box is enclosed, it contains the odor. Stray particles of kitty litter stay inside, too, instead of being tracked all over the house. Hidden cat litter boxes are the best thing since dried catnip. And don’t worry that your cat won’t be able to find the box…we’re pretty smart about things like that.

Cat litter furniture comes in all styles, from traditional to rustic, and in many color choices to match your home. It’s so much better than a plain old tacky plastic-covered litterbox in the corner. Check out some of the classy cat litterbox furniture I’ve found.