Some pets have it easy. Fido doesn’t pay bills or work overtime. And while you’re at the office, Puff the cat is napping in the sun. Nice life.
No perfect pet life would be complete without great pet stuff. But don’t forget who is paying for these gifts; pick products that will amuse both animal and owner.
The 1.5-gallon Undersea Encounter Aquarium has a detailed underwater scene with a viewing scope so owners can get a close-up look. The feeding pod dispenses food right in front of the viewer, giving Mr. Bubbles a reason to swim close. Works for goldfish, guppies and bettas. $29.99 from Uncle Milton at target.com and barnesandnoble.com.
Those little sky-blue boxes are no longer just for humans. The Sniffany Dog Bed is made to look just like a Tiffany gift box and is 4 inches thick. This posh bed is filled with hypo-allergenic poly fill, wrapped in micro-velvet and topped with a stylish white bow. $130 for the small bed (measures 24 inches square) at amazon.com.
It’s not so funny when little Boots yaks a hairball on the dining room rug. But the Hair Ball Mouse might be pretty entertaining for owners. This fat little plush mouse is filled with catnip and has a bell to amuse Kitty. Made with synthetic fur in three colors. $6.50 at westpawdesign.com or call 800-443-5567.
Give your hamster or mouse a cool way to travel. The Critter Operated Chopper is an exercise wheel that looks like a motorcycle. As the hamster moves inside the wheel, so does the chopper. $19.95 at PetSmart and Petco stores.
