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Kitty & Doggie Bliss For The Holidays

By Margot K. Vahrenwald, DVM, ASVJ

Somehow 2016 has zoomed by and we are again nearing the holiday season. Here’s a possible shopping list of fun new playthings for your furry family members or pet lovers at home.

Shopping2do Facial Cat Massager ($9)

Originally a human product, it’s been found that cats love this facial massage tool – perhaps even more. It can be ordered here: https://www.shopping2do.com/products/cat-massage-wheel-roller

Poochie Selfie: The Original Dog Selfie Stick ($13)

Never can get your dog to focus on the camera for a picture – this ball holder and tennis ball for fun after photo might do the trick. Found at www.amazon.com.

Winter Wonderland Cat Scratcher House ($11.99)

A colorful cat décor piece that doubles as both a place to hide and to scratch. Available at www.target.com

Kruuse Buster Dog Maze Bowl ($29.99)

Available from Amazon, this and other slow feeder bowls force your dog to eat more slowly – allowing their brain to signal when full, prevent gulping of lots of air that could lead to tummy troubles.

Petstages Tower of Tracks Cat Toy ($13.99)

Triple decker tower of fun for kitties – available at www.chewy.com

Critter Trail Triple Play Habitat ($41.98)

Adventure camp for the little pets – expandable. Make their life more stimulating.

Available at www.amazon.com.

Fish in Space Betta Aquarium ($29.95)

For the sci-fi fish owners, an out-of-this-world habitat for your small fish. Found at www.wrapables.com.

Tabby Tantalizing Tornado Toy ($34.95)

This might be better than a cat laser. Cat-safe fan with random air currents creates an unpredictable flutter of feathers or butterflies for your kitty to try to catch.  Available at www. Hammacher.com.

Bungee Ball ($18.71)

These tethered tennis balls offer tons of fun for Fido – from crazy fetch to tug-of-war. Available on www.amazon.com.

Doggie Doo Game – The Famous Dog Poop Game ($14.99)

I kid you not about the name, but the goal of the game is to teach children (ages 4 and older) about responsible pet ownership.  Found at www.amazon.com.

101 Dog Tricks ($11.94)

Old or young – all dogs can learn tricks. This guide gives step-by-step instructions with color photos from easy to advanced trick training for your pooch.  Available at www.amazon.com.

Dr. Margot can be reached at parkhillvet.com