Pets
Cats
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The Best Water Fountain for Cats and Dogs
by Rebekah Valentine
After testing 13 pet water fountains (and having one turned into a chew toy), we think the Catit Flower Fountain is the best for most cats (and some dogs).
The Best Cat Trees for Apartments
by Linda Lombardi
After testing nine cat trees, we think the stable, spacious, well-built New Cat Condos Premier Triple Cat Perch is the best lounging space for your cats.
The Best Cat Litter
by Shannon Palus
We tested 10 litters with fake cat waste and a panel of cats, and we think the affordable, effective Dr. Elsey’s Ultra is the best for most cats.
Dogs
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What to Buy Before Adopting a Dog
by Kaitlyn Wells
When you bring a new pup home, make sure you have everything you’ll need to keep your pet—and yourself—safe and happy.
The Best Everyday Dog Leash
by Eve Batey
After taking 5 dogs on 40 walks, we found the Max and Neo Double Handle Heavy Duty Reflective Leash is the best everyday leash for most pups and their people.
The Best Dog Crate
by Kevin Purdy
After testing and trying to break the top dog crate models, we think the strong, secure MidWest Ultima Pro is the crate most people should get for their dog.
Gear
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The Best Fish Tank, Heater, Light, and Accessories
by Sabrina Imbler
The Marina 20G LED Aquarium Kit is the best aquarium kit to get started with freshwater fish—but we have recommendations for assembling your own tank, too.
Flying With Your Cat or (Small) Dog
by Christine Ryan
After much research and hundreds of air miles traveled, Wirecutter pet owners have learned to rely on this gear when flying with cats or small dogs.
The Best Dog Poop Bags
by Susan Arendt
After 30 hours of research and testing, we found that AmazonBasics Dog Waste Bags are the best dog poop bags overall. They’re sturdy, easy to open, and cheap.
More Pets Posts
What’s the Best Vacuum for Pet Hair?
by Tim Heffernan
Pets shed constantly, so the best vacuum for pet hair is one that can work constantly: a robot vacuum. We recommend the Eufy RoboVac 11S.
The Best Cat Scratchers
by Kaitlyn Wells
After putting 13 scratchers up against the claws of 74 cats, we think Pioneer Pet’s SmartCat The Ultimate Scratching Post is the one that stands tall.
What to Buy Before Adopting a Cat
by Kaitlyn Wells
If you’re adopting a cat, you’ll need more than just a litter box and some food—here are the things you should have before you bring your kitty home.
The Best Dog Toys, According to Our Pups
by Wirecutter Staff
The dogs of Wirecutter share their favorite toys for chewing, fetching, food dispensing, and destroying. These will keep your dog engaged longer than the rest.
The Best GPS Trackers for Cats and Dogs
by Nick Guy
The Whistle 3 is the best GPS pet tracker for most pet owners thanks to quick, accurate tracking and by far the longest battery life of any model we tested.
The Best Dog Boots
by Kaitlyn Wells
We tested five pairs of dog boots over four weeks with three dogs and found the Original All-Weather Muttluks will best protect your dog’s paws come winter.
8 Cheap, Unexpected Cat Essentials We Love
by Wirecutter Staff
These unexpected accessories probably weren’t the first thing you bought when you got a cat—but they can make your day-to-day chores that much easier.
6 Cheap, Unexpected Dog Essentials We Love
by Wirecutter Staff
Sometimes small things can make a big difference when looking after a pet—these six unexpected tools make being a dog owner just that little bit easier.
The Best Cat Beds (According to Our Cats)
by Kaitlyn Wells
After researching more than 60 cat beds and testing 13, we’ve picked seven different styles we think will impress even the pickiest feline companion.
The Best Cat Litter Boxes
by Mark Smirniotis
We tested 10 litter boxes with 12 cats. The Nature’s Miracle High Sided Litter Box is the best for most because it’s affordable, easy to clean, and high-sided.
The Best Pet Insurance
by Mark Smirniotis
After analyzing more than 100 quotes for various animals at various ages, we think Trupanion pet insurance is reliable and affordable enough for most pets.
The Best Dog and Cat Cones
by Kaitlyn Wells
More comfortable than a cone from the vet, the affordable and transparent Remedy + Recovery E-Collar is the best cone for most dogs and cats.
The Best Automatic Feeder for Cats and Small Dogs
by Kaitlyn Wells
If you want to feed your cat or small dog when you’re out, the PetSafe 5-Meal Automatic Pet Feeder is accurate, affordable, and hard for a pet to break into.
The Best Dog Gates
by Doug Mahoney and Kevin Purdy
The best baby gate is also the best dog gate. The Cardinal Gates SS-30 Stairway Special is perfect for keeping both fur babies and human babies corralled.
The Best Automatic Cat Litter Box (But We Don’t Recommend It)
by Kaitlyn Wells
Self-cleaning litter boxes are expensive and more work than they're worth. The Litter-Robot III Open Air is the least bad, but we don't recommend one.
The Best Cat Litter Mat
by Kaitlyn Wells
After testing 17 cat litter mats with 15 cats, we found the Easyology Premium Cat Litter Mat is the best for most cats.
The Best Travel Carrier for Cats and Small Dogs
by Kaitlyn Wells
After lugging eight pet carriers around NYC, we found that the Sherpa Original Deluxe is the best for taking your small pet on a plane or to the vet.
The Best Winter Jackets and Raincoats for Dogs
by Rebekah Valentine
We took 10 dog jackets on dozens of walks. The WeatherBeeta 300D Deluxe Reflective Parka is the best for keeping your dog warm and dry this winter.