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Cat Necessities 🐾
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items I have put this list together for you of everything you will need and a bunch of recommendations for your cat! I hope it is helpful
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Litter Box
Food and Treats
Bowls, Water dish, Other tools
Toys
Beds and Cat Trees
Other
Litter Box
Here are the basics you will need for the litter box. You will want to be scooping you litter box at minimum twice a week, but ideally you will want to do it every day. It will keep your cat happy and make sure it will not go anywhere but the box.
Some cats can be kinda messy and fling litter out of the box when digging. So I would recommend getting one with tall sides like this.
So Phresh Charcoal Shatter Shield High-Back Cat Litter Box, 24" L X 18" W X 10" H
You are definitely going to want a metal scoop like this. They are way more sturdy than the plastic ones. Trust me, You'll need it.
So Phresh Comfort Grip Metal Litter Scoop, 14" L X 5.5" W X 2" H
You'll want to get a little trash can like this to put a bag in while you're scooping the litter box
Mainstays 5 Gallon Trash Can, Plastic Office Trash Can, Black Matte
Clay litter is the most available on the market. But it can be kinda dusty, and lots of them have added fragrance that can be irritating to cats. This one is a low dust, unscented litter so it's a good option for cats. Otherwise most litter will be f...
Tidy Cats Tidy Care Comfort Low Dust Formula Multi-Cat Unscented Clumping Cat Litter, 24 lbs.
Lastly you will want to get some sort of mat to out under/ In front of the box to catch any litter fallout.
So Phresh Cat Litter Trapper Mat, 23" L X 15" W
Ideally you will want to be scooping your litter box every day. Cats are really clean animals and like clean spaces. so eventually, I would recommend getting a litter robot. it is self cleaning and will make your life so much easier.
Litter-Robot 4
Food and Treats
Here are a lot of good food and treat options for your cat. Cats are obligate carnivores, which means that can really only digest protein from meat sources, and meat needs to make up most of their diet. In the wild, they also get most of their hydrat...
Whole Hearted is a really good affordable brand with lots of different flavors and cuts. Its available at petco and amazon
WholeHearted Grain Free Flakes Wet Cat Food Variety Pack, 2.8 oz., Count of 12
Whole Hearted is a really good affordable brand with lots of different flavors and cuts. Its available at petco and amazon
WholeHearted Grain Free Minced Wet Cat Food Variety Pack, 2.8 oz., 12 Count
Tiki cat is one of the best wet foods on the market. They are a little on the pricey side, but if you can afford it it is really good for your cats.
Tiki Cat Grill, Tuna & Crab Surimi, High-Protein and 100% Non-GMO Ingredients, Wet Whole Foods Cat Food for All Life Stages, 2.8 oz. Cans (Case of 12)
The after-dark variety is one of the better ones. It has added organ meat to give more vitamins
Tiki Cat After Dark, Variety Pack, High-Protein and 100% Non-GMO Ingredients, Wet Cat Food for Adult Cats, 2.8 oz. Cans (Pack of 12)
This one has a lot of fish flavors. Despite how its advertised as fish being really good for cats. that's not necessarily the case. Its not naturally in their diet in the wild. and Mercury levels are not controlled for cat food. Fish cat foods are fi...
Tiki Cat Aloha Friends Variety Pack, Seafood Flavors with Pumpkin, Wet, High-Protein & High-Moisture Cat Food, for All Life Stages, 5.5 oz. Cans (Case of 12)
This one has a good mix of fish and chicken
Tiki Cat Luau Wet Cat Food, Variety Pack, 6 oz. Cans (8 Count)
This one has a good mix of fish and chicken as well
Tiki Cat Queen Emma Luau Variety Pack Grain-Free Canned Cat Food
Made by Nacho is another good brand. I like these pouches cause i can just dump it in a bowl
Made by Nacho Wet Cat Food Variety Pack, Cage-Free Chicken, Sustainably Caught Salmon, Grass-Fed Beef with Bone Broth for Extra Hydration, (12) 3 oz Pouches
This is another great healthy cat food option. It is also a little more pricey, but really good quality.
Weruva Classic Cat Food, Variety Pack, Paw Lickin' Pals Wet Cat Food, 5.5Oz Cans (Pack Of 24)
This pack has a really good variety of flavors
Weruva Classic Cat 11 Flavors Variety Pack, Grain and Gluten Free, 3 Ounce Cans Pack of 24
This is a different line in the same brand, and I like these pouches when i'm in rush
Weruva Cats in the Kitchen Slide N' Serve The Brat Pack Variety Cat Food Pouches
This is another pretty good brand. I'm pretty sure it's available at petco
Nulo Freestyle Shredded Canned Wet Cat Food Variety Bundle - 3 oz. - 3 Flavors - Chicken & Duck, Beef & Rainbow Trout, and Turkey & Halibut (12 Cans Total)
Some fancy feast is an okay affordable option, i would add this into rotation just to feed in moderation.
Purina Fancy Feast Grain Free Pate Wet Cat Food Variety Pack, Poultry & Beef Collection - (30) 3 Oz. Cans
If you need to get a dry food, this one is okay. I feed it to my cats when I need to, but only in moderation.
Instinct Raw Boost Grain-Free Recipe with Real Chicken Natural Dry Cat Food, 10 lb. Bag
This is a really good dry food alternative. Its dehydrated meat so it doesn't have any added carbs
ZIWI Peak Air-Dried Cat Food – All Natural, High Protein, Grain Free & Limited Ingredient with Superfoods (Mackerel & Lamb, 2.2 lb)
This is a really good dry food alternative. Its dehydrated meat so it doesn't have any added carbs
FURRY · WONDER . Freeze Dried Cat Food 16oz, Chicken Recipe
This is a really good topper to add a little extra something to your cats meals
Instinct Raw Boost Mixers Freeze Dried Raw Cat Food Topper, Grain Free Cat Food Topper
My cats go crazy for these lickable treats
Tiki Cat Stix 6ct Single Serve Pouches - Tuna Mousse and Chicken Mousse (2 Pack)
Another good lickable treat
Nulo Freestyle Grain-Free Perfect Purees Premium Wet Cat Treats, Squeezable Meal Topper for Felines, High Moisture Content to Support Cat Hydration, 0.5 Ounces in each Lickable Wet Cat Treat Pouch
This is a really good freeze-dried treat
Primal Freeze Dried Pork Liver Cat Treats with Probiotics, Liver, Laugh, Love Crunchy Treats for Cats, 1 oz
These are good as treats and as meal toppers
PureBites Freeze-Dried Cat Treats with Chicken Breast 1.09 oz
My cats love these
WholeHearted Soft Center Crunchy Chicken Flavor Treats for Cats, 3 oz.
My cats broke into the closet to eat these treats
WholeHearted Savory & Tasty Soft Cat Treats - Chicken Recipe, 3 OZ
My cats go crazy for these filet treats
WholeHearted Protein-Rich Salmon Filet Cat Treat, 1 oz.
My cats go crazy for these filet treats
WholeHearted Protein-Rich Chicken Filet Cat Treat, 1.06 oz.
My cats go crazy for these filet treats
WholeHearted Protein-Rich Tuna Filet Cat Treat, 1 oz.
Adding a little bit of water or cat-safe broth to cat food is an amazing way to add some extra hydration
Nulo Freestyle Bone Broth, Premium Food Topper for Cats and Dogs, with Collagen and Chondroitin Sulfate to Help Boost the Quality of Your Pet’s Coat and Skin, 20 FL Oz Pouch
Bowls, Water dish, Other tools
An elevated bowl like this for food and water is easier for cats to use, rather than one low to the ground. It wont cause their neck to hurt. And you'll want to try and get one that is wide too to prevent their whiskers from hitting the sides of the ...
EveryYay Elevated Cat Ear Bowl
This is the one I have, They are very cute and come in a few different colors.
MS!MAKE SURE Cat Bowl, Elevated/Raised Ceramic Cat Food Bowl, Protects the Spine, Relieves Whisker Fatigue, Superb Anti-Bacterial, Perfect for Indoor Cats (Green)
I would recommend getting a fountain eventually. Cats perceive still water as being dirty, so they will prefer to drink out of a fountain rather than a bowl. This one is really good. it is quiet and easy to clean
PETLIBRO Battery Operated Cat Water Fountain, 2.5L/84oz Dockstream Wireless Pet Water Fountain for Cats Inside, Automatic Cat Waterer Fountain with Wireless Pump, Easy Cleaning, BPA-Free for Cats,Pets
Some cats can be messy when eating and drinking, so you will probably want to get a mat to put under their bowls
Hoki Found -Waterproof Pet Feeding Mats with High Lips - Multiple Size and Colors for Dogs, Cats & Others-G
This brush catches loose hair really easily and has a button on the back to easily remove it from the brush
absob Pet Grooming Cat and Dog Brush, Self-Cleaning Sliker Brush for Removes Mats, Tangles, and Loose Hair, Shedding Brush for Short or Long Haired Cats/Dogs (Green)
These claw caps are really cute and work well to prevent your cat from scratching things they are not supposed to
zetpo Cat Nail Caps | Cat Claw Covers | with Adhesives and Applicators (S, 5X Glitter Random Colors | 100 pcs)
The best cat food can lids to keep it fresh in the fridge if you don't use the whole can.
AMOGATO 4 Can Lids+2 Spoons Pet Food Can Lids, Can Lids Covers for Dog and Cat Pet self-Sealing, Can cover most standard size cans of dogs and cats, BPA Free & Dishwasher Safe, Multicolor
Any claw clippers will be fine, but you will need to have one incase you need to clip your cats nails
SunGrow Cat & Dog Nail Trimmers & File Set, Clippers for Claw Care & Small Pet Grooming
You will for sure want to get a cat carrier. The hard plastic ones are better than the soft ones because, incase of, for example a car accident, you cat will be way more protected in this than a fabric one. And this one is great because it's collapsi...
SportPet Designs Sport Pet Foldable Travel Cat Carrier with A Waterproof Bed - Front Door Plastic Collapsible Carrier, Gray (CM-10064-CS01)
Toys
Make sure you get a variety of different toys for your cats to play with. And make sure you are regularly playing with your cat. Cats are natural predators and use their hunting instincts during play time. So if they are not getting played with enoug...
My cats go crazy for this wiggling fish
Catit Groovy Fish Interactive Cat Toy with Catnip, Pink
My cats love this automatic toy
PetSnowy Cat Toys Interactive for Indoor Cats, Ultra Quiet Automatic Cat Toy Random Moving Interactive Cat Feather Toys for Active Cats, Auto Timer Off Rechargeable Cat Toys
My cats love to chase this around the house
PETLIBRO Interactive Cat Toys for Indoor Cats, Automatic Cat Toy with LED Lights, Cat Mouse Toys, Smart Sensing Cat Toys, Moving Cat Toy, Smart Electric Cat Toy, USB Rechargeable, Auto On/Off
This is a really good enrichment toy to increase their physical and mental activity.
PetSafe Slimcat Feeder Ball - Interactive Game for Your Cat - Fill with Food and Treats - Great for Portion Control and Fast Eaters
Another good enrichment toy
Catit Senses 2.0 Digger
Obviously a necessity
SmartyKat Catnip For Cats, Natural, Pure & Potent, Resealable Shaker Canister, 2 oz
Stick toys like this are a really easy way to play with your cat even when just sitting down. My cats love this one.
Vibrant Life Worm Teaser Wand Cat Toy
Another really great stick toy
Leaps & Bounds Caterpillar Cat Teaser, 33" L
These little mouse toys are a good simple one to have to throw for your cat to chase
SmartyKat (3 Count) Skitter Critters Catnip Cat Toys - Gray/Cream, 3 Count
Crinkle balls like this are also a good simple toy to have. Cats love the crinkle sound
Andiker Cat Crinkle Balls, 2.36 Inches Colorful Balls Chew and Chase Cat Mylar Crinkle Balls Lightweight for Indoor Cats to Keep Fit and Active (10 pcs)
You will for sure need some type of scratcher. Scratching is a natural instinct for cats, it helps them shed their claws and allows them to stretch. These cardboard ones are widely available, but can be a little messy.
Vibrant Life XL Cat Corrugate Scratcher Pad, Durable Cat Scratching Toy
Some cats prefer to scratch vertically like this, They also make good vertical cardboard ones, but this one is a good heavy-duty one that will last a long time.
SmartCat Ultimate Scratching Post – Beige, Large 32 Inch Tower - Sisal Fiber, Simple Design - For All Cats
Another good cardboard scratcher
SmartyKat Super Scratcher Chaise Corrugated Cat Scratcher, Catnip Infusion Technology - Brown, One Size
Beds and Cat Trees
A cute cat hide-away
Frisco Round Wicker Cat Condo with Top Perch
A really cute cat bed
Frisco Eyelash Fur Round Elevated Cat Bed
This cat bed looks really cozy
EveryYay Snooze Fest Mauve Rectangle Lounger Cat Bed, 19" L X 16" W X 3.5" H
A window perch is a great way for your cat to keep themselves entertained by looking outside, and a good place for them to nap. This one is great cause it folds up
Cat Window Perch Foldable Cat Window Hammock with Steel Frame and Strong Suction Cup Mount Cat Bed Cat Hammock Window Seat for Indoor Cats White
Both of my kitties love this cat tree scratcher combo.
PAWMONA 3 Story Cat Tree Condo Barrel Tower, 38.5", Top High Edge Removable Snuggle Bed with Scratching Post for Cats and Kittens, Natural Sisal-Covered Scratch Indoor Cat Furniture, Beige
I would for sure get some sort of cat tree for you cat to climb, play, and nap in. This one has some scratches and toys included, and is less ugly than most.
Made4Pets Cat Tree for Indoor Cats, Modern Cat Tower Tall for Large Cats Kitten, Wood Kitty Condo Climbing Furniture Heavy Duty, Vesper Cute Castle with Scratching Post and Ramp
Other
I would highly highly recommend getting pet insurance. You never know if something unexpected is going to happen to your pet and having insurance can save you a lot of money on regular/ emergency vet visits. If I would have had pet insurance, I would...
Lemonade Pet Insurance