Fur, Fin, and Feather Essentials

(Courtesy of Your Cat Backpack, CatIt US, Enabot, Yaheetech, Aqueon )

Dogs may be man’s best friend, but many people prefer to have cats, birds, or fish as pets. So in the interest of equal time, here are some practical and fun items to let them know they are your special fur, fin, or feather pet.

(Courtesy of Your Cat Backpack)

Bring Kitty

Travel Cat Navigator Convertible Cat Backpack

$149.99

Just because Whiskers isn’t happy being treated like a dog on a leash doesn’t mean you can’t take him for a walk. This cat backpack’s large rear mesh window gives Kitty fresh air and a great view of the passing scenery. Shy cats can relax securely inside, while more curious felines can stick their head out the top to look around.

(Courtesy of CatIt US)

Eat and Drink

Catit PIXI Smart Fountain and Feeder

$47.99 / $134.99

Just like their lion and tiger cousins, house cats prefer moving water, so this fountain keeps 2.5 liters of water burbling while the integrated filter softens it and removes debris. A red light lets you know it’s time to add more water. The feeder holds 43 ounces of food and can be programmed to release an exact amount at a pre-specified time, or whenever you want, via your phone.

(Courtesy of Enabot)

A Robot for Your Pet

EBO AIR

$199

This tiny robot lets you know what your pet does while you’re away, and it can keep it company. Controlled by your phone, it uses a WiFi connection to control a video camera with night vision capability, a speaker, a laser pointer, and tank treads so you can see, hear, talk to, and play with your cat remotely. It “knows” to return to the recharging dock when the battery runs low and has object-avoidance software.

(Courtesy of Yaheetech)

A Parrot Penthouse

Yaheetech Bird Cage with Play Top

$223.99

At an impressive 61 inches tall, this roomy bird cage is designed to create a fun, healthy environment for parrots or most other household species by ensuring plenty of room to move around and roost. Finished in nontoxic black paint, it features wheels for easy movement around the house, a large door for easy access, and a top deck play and feeding area.

(Courtesy of Aqueon)

A New Underwater Neighborhood

Aqueon 35 Gallon Frameless Cube Aquarium

$229.99

Fish are great pets; they never complain if you leave them at home while you go on vacation, and they won’t leave hairballs on the couch. So show them some love by giving them a new home. This spacious 35-gallon glass aquarium has no frame, allowing an unobstructed view of the fish within from any angle. It’s ideal for freshwater and saltwater fish.