National Cat Day 2023: shop top cat products for your cat

Find a cat near you and give them lots of head scratches, treats, and cat nip because today, October 29, is National Cat Day! It’s an awareness holiday meant to promote cat adoption and help furry friends in need. It’s also just another good reason to shower your cats with love. We’re here to share a variety of gadgets that we’ve tested that your cats will absolutely love. Plus, they’ll make your life as a pet parent easier—it’s a win-win. Whether you’re a prospective or longtime cat parent, here are the best products to buy on National Cat Day 2023.

When is National Cat Day 2023?

National Cat Day is celebrated annually on October 29. This year, it falls on a Sunday.

What is National Cat Day?

National Cat Day is a day created to raise awareness about cat adoption so that more cats are saved. Plus, it’s a great excuse to shower cats with love.

Our favorite cat products we’ve tried

A cat tree

When it comes to pet products and accessories, few things say “cat” like a cat tree. Not only can these beautiful pieces of furniture give your cats somewhere to play and relax, but they often include a scratching post to redirect your cat’s claw-filing needs away from your own furniture. One of the best cat trees on Amazon is the Yaheetech Cat Tree Tower Condo thanks to its low price, multiple perches, and rope-lined poles for scratching.

An automatic litter box

If you love your kitten but don’t want to change their litter box, you need the Whisker Litter-Robot 4. It’s an automatic, all-size litter box that will change your cat’s litter for you. All you have to do is empty the Whisker’s basin once a week. Plus, if you need to track your cat’s litter, Whisker’s app lets you do it.

A DNA testing kit

Compared to dogs, it is probably more difficult to tell what breed a given cat is. While Basepaws doesn’t claim that its DNA testing can trace your cat’s breed back to a pure line, it can tell you what breed your cat is most similar to. The testing kit can also tell you what traits your cat has. More importantly, it can let you know how prone your cat is to developing certain health issues.

A GPS cat

Tractive’s GPS cat tracker is a must-have for cat parents. From free-roaming outdoor cats, to cats that accompany their parents on walks, to indoor cats that like to knock on doors, you won’t have to worry when they’re away by being able to track your cat’s whereabouts. The Tractive GPS is easy to set up, has real-time location updates, and boasts an impressive battery—in our testing, a single charge lasted two weeks.

A cat harness

Most cats don’t seem to like walking, but it’s worth trying a harness if you have an outdoor cat. At best, you and your pet will have a fun new activity to do together, and you’ll have something to brag to your friends about. At worst, you’ll have a funny story to tell your friends about that one time you tried to get your cat in a harness. The best harness you can buy is the one offered by Travel Cat. The True Adventure cat harness has a durable, 4ft leash, is easy to put on, and has a durable snap clip.

An automatic cat feeder

For cat parents who may be on the forgetful side—or for cat parents whose fur babies are voracious eaters—there are automatic food bowls to stimulate your pet and make your life easier . Our favorite is the WOpet SmartFeeder because you can schedule up to six feedings per day, you can record a message for your pet, and the feeder boasts a large, 17-cup capacity.

A cat backpack

Some cats like to go for walks and see the great outdoors. Most cats, assuming they enjoy being moved from their homes, prefer to be carried. So, carrying around your cat in a cat backpack (catpack?) is an interesting option when you want to take your cat with you. Travel Cat’s Navigator Cat Backpack is one of the best cat backpacks you can buy thanks to its claw-proof material, breathable mesh fabric, and windows so your cat can enjoy exciting views from the safety of a backpack.

A cat water fountain

The Catit Water Fountain is great for cats that love clean, flowing water. Such is the case for cats by Reviewed Executive Editor Kate Ellsworth. They are in love with the water fountain, they prefer it to the still water bowls they used before. Kate herself also loves the fountain, because it is quiet, easy to use, and automatically filters the water.

A pet carrier

Most cats seem to hate car rides, so you’ll probably need to take yours in a carrier. Beyond car rides, there’s no need for a carrier when it comes to plane and train rides. When shopping for a new carrier, check out the Sleepypod Air, which is the best carrier we’ve tested. This carrier has great air circulation, includes seatbelt straps, and expands and contracts easily for easy storage or to give your feline friend more space.

A cat bed

Although its price is high, we think the Tuft + Paw Nuzzle cat bed is worth a place in your home. Cats love to sleep on this soft, faux-fur bed. Its Ultraseude base keeps it from sliding around and it’s the perfect size—big enough for most cats to sleep comfortably while small enough to fit in various places in your home.

A cat toy

You can treat your cat to a toy he’ll love like this feather wand from Chewy. It has an average rating of 4.3 stars from over a thousand reviews. Cats love the soft fabric and crinkle sounds the toys make when they catch them.