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Cat Condo
At 3′ tall and just over 3′ wide, this unique 3-level Wavy Tube Condo has openings between floors, an opening in the top, 3 front openings, and an opening in each tube. They lead to the interior of the condo. The tubes are perfect for cats to lounge within. All condo’s are custom made with great attention to detail.

Visit Cats Play for other great gift ideas!

Ultimate Dog Bed
Every dog deserves a stylish dog bed and this one is top of the line luxury for your pet. You and your dog will love the contemporary color scheme and the added personalization of their name sewn into the large pillow. It is stuffed generously with 100% premium fiberfill, which retains it shape. The extra durable slipcover is made of Canadian Yukon Fleece and will keep your pet warm.

Visit It’s Sew Perfect for other great gift ideas!

Cat Tunnel
From ultimate games of feline hide ‘n seek to a soft, secluded place to rest and sleep, this Expandable Cat Tunnel does it all and more. It is constructed of durable oxford nylon in bold primary colors and lined with soft, inviting fleece. The tunnel is portable and folds into a compact coil for storage or travel. Make the tunnel even longer and more intriguing by attaching a total of three Expandable Cat Tunnels using the Expandable Cross Road Habicat.

Visit Pet Smart for other great gift ideas!

Bright LED Leashes
This is the new Visiglo line of illuminated pet safety products that helps protect pets and owners. The bright LED leashes are 4.5 feet long and offer you two features when walking - it can be on blinking mode or it can always be on. They come in a variety of colors and styles and are visible up to half a mile. The leash runs on two AA batteries which are included.

Visit Keep Doggie Safe for other great gift ideas!

XOXO Pet Bowls
This is a beautiful set of ceramic pet dog cat dishes plus stand! Choose either the 2 or 3 of XOXO Love You Pet Bowls set. Each comes sits in a black metal stand that is 5 - 1/2′ tall and has a red Swarovski rhinestone heart in the back. These feeding sets are perfect for small dogs and cats.

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The collar is made very well out of sturdy nylon webbing with a fun and colorful “jigsaw puzzle” ribbon around the outside. The side release buckle makes it very easy to put the collar on or take it off when needed. They offer other options as well, like a metal clip on buckle that you can have engraved. Feline Fido also carries a lot of other designs and has something for everyone. They even provide a variety of holiday designs, as well as offering cat collars!

Every purchase of the Autism awareness collars help a 3-year-old boy reach the fundraising requirement to bring home his autism assistance dog. At least 15% of the proceeds from each autism awareness collar, leash and keyfob will be donated to 4 Paws for Ability in honor of Trapper Leeth.

I always love a company that not only has wonderful products that are made well, but that also takes time to give back to the community. Each collar is custom made by hand in the USA. Baby and I are both very happy and satisfied with our entire Feline Fido experience and would happily recommend them to anyone.

Written by Aimee, who is a stay at home wife and caretaker of two adorable parents, an amazing husband, and an ever growing zoo. Someday there may even be human kids in the mix! She loves playing in the garden, working on DIY projects around the house, and blogs about it all at Aimee’s Petite Maison.

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My husband has very bad allergies and was recently diagnosed with asthma (from 9/11). We also have 6 adult cats! It’s not easy to get rid of 6 cats, especially the two that are 13 years old. He doesn’t even want to sleep in his own bed because he knows he’ll be wheezing all night. I try my hardest to keep on top of the cat fur, but I think the furniture needs a allergen cleaner. HELP! Thanks for your knowledge and help.

Laura

Laura,

We once reviewed Febreze on Props & Pans and I use it regularly around our house. Granted we only have one pet, but I do Febreze our dog! They have a special product called Allergen Reducer that reduces up to 75% of allergens from cats, dogs and dust mites that can become airborne from fabrics.

Izzy once reviewed Earth Choice Allergen Control for carpet and upholstery which also reduces pet dander, dust & pollen.

Our recommendation would be to give either or both of those products a try.

Emily (Props & Pans)

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I have little time for myself in the mornings. In fact, I am usually trying to balance a cup of coffee in one hand and a toddler in the other. It’s not a pretty picture. I do however like to at least make an attempt each day at prettying myself up.

I find this daunting task a little bit easier with MAC Studio Fix. It’s a foundation and powder in one. Even if I just have time to sweep this on, I feel like I’ve got something on. Retailing at around $25 it’s reasonably priced. I find that it lasts me around 4-6 months and is a bargain!

by Jessica

There is nothing I hate more than a stinky dog. Seriously. This time of year when we let our dog outside and I use a dish towel to wipe her paws before I let her back in. Mostly because she gets so wet out in the rain and snow. Of course she also will dig and roll around in the dirt. So I welcomed Mrs. Meyers Pet Wipes into our home.

I had heard of this brand before, because they make a lot of all natural products for your home. The aromatherapeutic pet wipes are made with oatmeal extract to soothe your pet’s skin and a little vitamin E to protect their coat. The wipes are lightly scented and gentle enough to use around their eyes. You can actually use them all over their body and it does not leave any residue that needs to be washed off. There are 25 wipes in each container and they are well worth the price of under $5.

by Emily

Weber has always made a great grill. We’ve actually owned several different styles, but this past fall we purchased the Weber Baby Q to travel with. I don’t know what your needs are, but we when camp we only cook exactly what we will eat. This grill may be 14 inches tall, but it still offered a lot of cooking space inside.

The Baby Q has an adjustable regulator for heating and uses a 14.1 ounce propane cylinder (which is not included). The style and compact frame make it easy to take along to the beach or park, and even easier to store when not in use. My biggest problem with grills of any size has always been lighting them. This one has a push-button ignition that is wonderful! Even cleaning it is easy, because it has a non-stick grill. I’m thinking a woman must have designed this.

Weber makes several portable versions, but the Baby Q is the cheapest at around $130. I would highly recommend this version if you are looking for something light and don’t need to feed an army.

by Terry

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~ Mary

Aveda Cheek Tint is something I can’t live without in my makeup bag. It is simple to use and versatile too. On a morning when I just want a little color and mascara for running some errands, it is perfect. On an evening out to dinner and to the symphony, it is perfect.

Apply with your fingers, a brush, or a sponge. Use it on your cheeks, and you can give your chin and forehead a hint too, for a glowing finish. It travels better than a powder blush, and is more foolproof as well.

I wouldn’t be caught without my Aveda Cheek Tint.

~ Canape

I can’t live without my Kipling tote bag. This baby is big, loaded with pockets, pretty and most importantly, water-resistant inside and out.

I take it whenever I have to carry a bunch of stuff and more recently, I’ve been bringing it to the pool. It doesn’t matter if I put wet towels and bathing suits in it or if my kids’ sippy cups leak inside. Nothing stains it and it dries immediately.

My tote is called the Cara from the Kipling “If” collection and the funky pattern is Firework Red.

~ Izzy

I’ve found yet another new obsession. Diet Snapple Green Tea has to be the best diet drink on Earth (made from the best stuff on Earth!). Their are several flavors including: mango, citrus, Asian pear and regular. This satisfying drink combined with the healthy benefits of EGCG and antioxidants equals true love.

~ Fenicle

I can’t live without Simple Solution. It’s a miracle of nature! For those of us with pets who tend to have little accidents, Simple Solution is a stain and odor removal spray.

It comes in several varieties: Cats, Hardwood Floors, and just plain regular. It is safe to use around children and pets. It eliminates stains and odor from urine, feces, vomit, blood, dirt, and grass. It also works with common household stains like red wine, juice, coffee, tea, and baby formula.

It works on both old and new ‘problem’ areas whic is great because though we only have one cat, but he has a bit of an issue with peeing on one spot in our house. Simple Solutions comes to the rescue every time, removing the stain and odor quickly and easily! I can’t live without it.

~ Margalit

Since we added a new puppy to our household, I’ve been searching for a dog tag that won’t make a ton of noise every time our dog is walking around the house. By my luck there is such a thing!

I am amazed by what you can find by googling such a simple term. If by chance you are looking for something similar please go check out Boomerang Tags. They offer a variety of tags and collars. After the recent potty training fiasco, I seriously contemplated whether I really wanted this dog to come back if it got lost.

We purchased this CollarTag and I am in love with the design! It slides on the collar and will not make any jingly noise. It’s functional and fashionable. What’s not to love? This style has three choices to fit the collar you already own, all under $8.

Be sure to pay attention to the differences in tags, some will slide onto your collar if it has an open end. Others have bent sides to fit on adjustable nylon collars. And they make all sizes whether you have a tiny ankle bitter or a bigger finger biter!

Boomerang even has a lifetime guarantee that their product will never wear out. With free shipping, it arrived in 3 days and I couldn’t be more satisfied!