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27 Products From Petco So Damn Good, They’ll Have You Mourning Your Life *Before* You Found Them

Sometimes your pet needs a thing you didn’t even know existed, and somehow it becomes a life changer for them and you. Here are a few of those very things.

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by John Mihaly BuzzFeed Contributor

I'm the father of two small humans and one very small canine and the former SEO Strategy Manager & Editor for the BuzzFeed Shopping Team.

1. A thundershirt for dogs that's like a warm, constant cuddle for when loud things are going boom in the sky. Works for car and air travel, too! 

Petco

Promising review: "Amazing … I used to have to build a fort in the bathroom and sleep with my baby on the cold floor every time there was thunder. I bought this shirt, and my, it’s so unbelievable the difference it has made. I can now just be normal, and he is calm. Thunder still bothers him a tiny bit, but nothing like it did; he just looks like 'OK what was that?' but not slides and feigned panting and breathing hard." —Calm during a storm

Price: $39.99+ (available in five sizes)

2. An airtight Vittles Vault Plus pet food container to hold up to 50 pounds of your pet's most precious dry kibbles and bits while keeping moisture and bugs out.  

Petco

Promising review: "Best container I have found to hold dog food. I have three of these containers. I bought one and liked it so much I bought two more over the last five years. Holds up well and keeps pests/bugs out. —Rocking Arrow Livestock

Price: $29.99+ (available in three sizes)

3. A self-cleaning litter box that eliminates the constant scooping, cleaning, and refilling process to keep your kitty's lavatory (and your floors) clean. This box uses crystal litter for improved odor control by "absorbing urine and dehydrating solid waste." Whoa! 

Petco

Promising review: "I'm new to being a cat owner. Realized QUICKLY that scooping the litter box all the time wasn't gonna be for me. Saw this jewel and gave it a try. I LOVE it. Never leaves a mess behind. It's been two weeks, and I haven't had to change the trays yet. Side note: the litter looks like gems and glitter, so I'm all about that. Lifesaver!" —Milea

Price: $139.99

4. An easy-to-clean Reddy dog placemat to crack down on messy eaters and drinkers while keeping their overage contained and off your floor. 

Petco

Promising review: "Looks good and is easy to clean! Exactly what I was looking for." —wien84

Price: $16.99

5. A weather-resistant pine wood, solar-powered smart birdhouse with a 1080p camera so you can easily track all the arrivals and departures of your backyard aviary airport via the Birdfy app. 

Petco

Promising review: "Setup was very easy, and the included instructions answered any questions I had. Mounting was not a problem at all. The birds found it very quickly, and now I'm loving getting notifications all day from all my new feathered friends visiting the feeder. I really love the look of the wood; it matches my exterior decor and looks classy. Totally recommend!" —ChristineB

Price: $109.99

6. A cordless nail grinder, because you might not trust yourself (or your pet) with the classic clippers, but now you can quietly and painlessly grind down their overgrown murder mittens without worry. 

Petco

Price: $58.99

7. A collapsible pet stroller to hold and stroll any pet up to 30 pounds who doesn't want to pound the pavement. Show off your fur baby along with the double cup holder and open undercarriage storage. 

Petco

Promising review: "Just got this and put it together within 15 minutes. Very easy to maneuver, and my cats loved it. Perfect for them both. I immediately took them out for a walk, and they really loved it. I also wanted to use this to transport them to the Vet. Need to take the subway and bus to get there, and this is perfect." —Kristok

Price: $127.99

8. A PetSafe timed feeder that can be programmed for as many as eight meals or snacks per day for up to two weeks. No app or Wi-Fi needed here. The included stainless-steel bowl is even dishwasher-safe. 

Petco

Promising review: "I bought this two weeks ago in prep for a weeklong trip. I wanted our cat to have regular dry food in the mornings and evenings, in addition to wet food and playtime with a visiting cat sitter. It was easy to program and set up, and it offers lots of options for how much food to dispense. I use small kibble and mix in some Instinct freeze-dried pollock pellets and some Science Diet dental food, and it handles this mixed kibble. The cord is long, and I plugged it in, but it's nice that battery backup is an option. I have continued to use it since the end of the trip, as it feeds her at 6 a.m., so she doesn't wake me up :-) and at 6 p.m., so she will get something even if we are out. Then we supplement with wet food once or twice a day. Given the options out there, I have found this to be reasonably priced with the functionality I need." —catastic

Price: $64.99

9. An Embark dog DNA breed identification kit, because you might be wondering what mix your mutt really is or how purebred your pup might actually be. You can even track down your dog's relatives!  

Petco

Promising review: "After a simple swap and a week’s wait, I learned my 'Border Collie' was 52 percent Great Pyrenees and 27 percent Border Collie. That said, I have the smartest guard dog I have ever seen. On top of the breed discovery, I found her sibling 1,000 miles away and connected with the owner. I am simply amazed. THANK YOU, EMBARK!" —Quinn2022

Price: $109

10. A soft rubber Leo's Loo litter mat (great name) so your cat won't track any potty particles across your home. Also, cuts down on odors! 

Petco

Price: $49.99

11. A skid-resistant, dishwasher-safe Take It Slow feeder bowl for super-fast eaters who inhale their food instead of chewing, leaving a mess all over the floor.  

Petco

Promising review: "The puppy was from a litter of 10. Scavenged food and was scared of bloat. This dish taught her in one week that she can eat at her leisure, and no one is taking her food." —Swissgirl

Price: $9.99+ (available in three sizes)

12. A Wi-Fi indoor pet camera to keep an eye on your precious pets while you're away from home. A motion sensor and alarm notifications keep you updated on everything that's going on (24/7, thanks to night vision). You can even talk to your pets via the two-way audio function. 

Petco

Price: $29.99

13. A wobbling fruit bowl cat toy that's basically IRL Fruit Ninja for your feline friend. Hide some of the toys in the base and watch kitty turn into a true shadow warrior. 

Petco

Price: $14.99

14. A small animal heated pad for indoor or outdoor use, because sometimes that natural fur coat just isn't enough (ideal for rabbits, guinea pigs, or ferrets).

Petco

The cord is chew-resistant.

Promising review: "I bought this for my young hedgehog, and it works like a charm — possibly too well. She snuggles into her sleeping sack on top of the heated pad and refuses to come out! The pad is small enough to fit in a corner of her habitat. I placed her sleeping sack directly on the pad and pushed some CareFresh around the edges for insulation. It is solidly constructed, so I don't worry about urine or water damaging the interior workings. The solid surface makes it easy to clean. If you want to create a warm sleeping corner for your small critter, this works like a charm." —KFromOregon

Price: $36.64

15. A talking pet button mat so you can finally know what your dog is actually thinking (most likely, it's about treats or anything treat-centric). 

Petco

To use these properly, first you have to talk to your dog so they can understand the connections between words/phrases and actions/behaviors. Once they start picking up on those, record the exact words with the speech buttons. This mat holds six recordable talking buttons, but you can even connect more mats if your dog has a lot more to say!  

Price: $18.38

16. A Nature's Miracle cage cleaner for small animals because even the cutest, cuddliest, and tiniest pets can stink up their cages real quick. Spray, wait 10 minutes, wipe, and voila, odors are gone (for now).  

Petco

Promising review: "Smells good to me, which makes cleaning something I almost look forward to, and the Guinea pigs seem ok with it, too!" —Erica99999

Price: $6.19

17. An automatic treat dispenser with 2K HD camera that does everything your standard indoor video cam does, but this one can shoot out scheduled snacks or spit them out whenever you feel guilty for leaving your dog at home! 

Petco

Beyond its treat-dispensing functions, this app-enabled cam offers standard motion-sensing notifications to help you keep tabs on Fido. Night vision keeps things crystal clear, so no matter the time of day, you'll be able to see what's going down. You can also store video locally via an SD card (not inlcuded) or through optional cloud storage.  

Price: $91.34

18. A floating turtle-pier basking platform so your heroes on the half-shell have a place to call their own when they need some chill-out time. The slide/ramp is textured so they won't slip, and the platform uses suction cups to keep everything nice and secure. 

Petco

Promising review: "This is the best basking floating device out there for turtles. It is durable and lasts quite a long time. It handles the heat of the lamps pretty well. It's large, which is great for large or several turtles. It beats the suction cup ones any day." —Slynnmag

Price: $61.99

19. A 100% recycled cardboard couch-scratching post to keep kitty from clawing your actual couch (hopefully, maybe, probably). Comes with catnip! 

Petco

Promising review: "My cats are obsessed with these scratcher couches. I initially only bought one, but that started a war for the throne between my two cats, so I got a second one, and now they happily rule together. Worth the money. Pro tip: you can also put two of these couches together to create a bed." —siberiancatmom

Price: $19.99 (available in four styles) 

20. A bed ramp for dogs, because, of course, you want your pooch to sleep with you, but you're also over having to pick them up and down every time they want to come or go. This one has a heavy-duty carpet surface, which gives those paws some much-needed extra grip. 

Petco

Price: $179.95

21. A SpongeBob SquarePants pineapple house, which is really more for you than for the fish, if we're being honest. Plus, it gives them some privacy, a place to get away from all of the drama of the fish tank. 

Petco

Promising review: "I bought it for my betta fish, and he is able to go in and out of the windows. He loves hiding inside the pineapple. It looks so cute in the center of my 3-gallon tank!" —Slee4812

Price: $26.99

22. An "Up & About" lifter harness for older or injured dogs (weighing 50–90 pounds) who are too big to be carried and need a little extra help going up the stairs or getting into the car. Best briefcase ever!  

Petco

Price: $32.99

23. A folding cat bed featuring a perch and a den, so if you've got one cat, they've got options. If you've got two cats, well, you'll quickly find out which is the extrovert and which is the introvert. The included polyester pillow and fleece base mat are machine washable, too. 

Petco

Promising review: "I have two cats and a Chihuahua, all of whom love this bed. The cats love the ability to seclude themselves or relax on top, while my Chihuahua loves the seclusion. I have ordered four of these beds over the last few months. I like their durability and the reasonable price." —djc01

Price: $33.23

24. A stainless-steel pet fountain so four-legged friends can always have a fresh drink of water (up to 60 ounces, in fact). The fountain includes carbon and foam filters that remove hair and saliva, ensuring every lap is a clean one. 

Petco

Promising review: "My cats love this water fountain. Have had two for four years now. Unlike some with a flowing trough, this fountain has flowing water on all sides, making it easily accessible to more than one cat at a time. Easy to set up and maintain. 100% my first choice when I needed a third due to a growing pet population." —Dyane10

Price: $59.99

25. A breathable mesh cool-air cot for dogs that'll raise your pooch above the ground, keeping them away from hot surfaces (like driveways and sidewalks) or wet and muddy patches of grass teeming with bugs. Holds pets up to 90 pounds. 

Petco

Promising review: "My 20-pound Shih Tzu has a regular bed. However, during the summer, he tends to sleep on the floor. I wanted to buy my dog something that’s comfortable and cool. The air cot provides just that. My dog loves it. Great purchase." —Nia Harlem

"I bought this for the outdoor kitties. It is big enough for several to lie on and keep cool while off the ground. Love it." —SPRINGTOES

Price: $109.95

26. A multilevel plush cat tree with two condos, three perches, three rope attachments, and a ladder, because kitty is moving on up and needs a lux place of their own. 

Petco

Promising review: "Pretty sure I’ll be back to buy another. My boys love climbing, and at three years old, they’re starting to outgrow their old trees. This was easy to assemble, and the navy is beautiful. Most importantly, it’s sturdy for my one hefty guy, and they all love it. So yeah. I love it too." —CeeGee

Price: $62.99+ (available in five sizes and eight colors)

27. A Kong "Wild Knots Bear" tug toy with close to a thousand reviews that's soft and cuddly on the outside, but features a knotted rope skeleton inside. That means even the chewiest of chewers won't make short work of this toy! 

Petco

Promising review: "I would give this item 10 stars if I could! The quality of this dog toy is unmatched! Opal destroys her new toys within five minutes of getting them. We are on our 10th day, the toy is still solid!" —Opie23

Price: $7.49+ (available in three sizes)

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