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As a proud self-proclaimed cat dad of over 35 years, I\u2019ve tried just about everything when it comes to my fur babies. Some products are lifesavers<\/a>, while others end up in the back of a closet. When it comes to keeping my home clean, smelling fresh and making sure my cats are happy, I know what works.<\/p>

Some standouts are this sofa scratching protector<\/a> that saved my furniture and a Cat Litter Box Enclosure<\/a> to keep odors under control. I only included products I personally use or have used, and I hunted down the best deals for each. Here are the 12 best cat dad products I swear by.<\/p>

My 12 Favorite Cat Dad Products on Amazon<\/h2>
  1. Enclosed Smell:<\/strong> When I researched Robo Litter Boxes, I found that they require a lot of maintenance. I found an easier, more stylish and affordable solution with this Cat Litter Box enclosure<\/a>. It keeps smells at bay and ugly litter boxes out of sight.<\/li>
  2. Stainless Savior:<\/strong> Since switching from plastic to this Stainless Steel Litter Box<\/a>, I saw a noticeable reduction in smells. It\u2019s easier to clean than plastic, and having a two-pack means you can rotate them for deep cleaning.<\/li>
  3. Scoop It Up:<\/strong> I’ve tried all different types of cat litters, but this Scoop Away brand litter<\/a> offers the best clumping and odor protection, which makes daily scooping a breeze.<\/li>
  4. Fur Buster:<\/strong> Dealing with shedding is tough, but this self-cleaning pet hair brush<\/a> helps keep my place clean and my cats cool in the summer. Some cats love it, others tolerate it, but it works nonetheless.<\/li>
  5. Laser Lover:<\/strong> My cats go crazy over these cat laser toys<\/a> and even my 11-year old cat acts like a kitten when I bring it out. It\u2019s one of the most fun and inexpensive ways to play with your cat.<\/li>
  6. Furniture Saver:<\/strong> When we got new sofas recently, I wanted to keep them looking good. These cat scratcher sofa protectors<\/a> do a great job at that and they’re super easy to install. We even got one that matched the color of our sofas!<\/li>
  7. Magic Mat:<\/strong> My new cat makes quite a mess and to keep the area clean, I use this Cat Litter Mat<\/a> that traps most of the litter. At the end of the week, dumping it is quick and easy.<\/li>
  8. Cat Mani\/Pedi:<\/strong> Claw maintenance is essential. I love the Professional Pet Nail Trimmer<\/a> with a safety guard because it won’t hurt my cats while still keeping their claws in check.<\/li>
  9. Arm and Hammer Power:<\/strong> Even the best litter benefits from a little help. I add a bit of this Arm and Hammer Double Duty Deodorizer<\/a> after each clean, and it keeps the litter box area smelling fresh.<\/li>
  10. The Finishing Touch:<\/strong> And after using the deodorizing powder in the litter box, I add this Heavy Duty Febreze Air Freshener<\/a> as a finishing touch to really keep the whole room smelling great.<\/li>
  11. Time For Treats:<\/strong> When ever I say, “Who wants a treat?!”, my cats go nuts. They particularly love these Chicken Flavor Greenies Dental Treats<\/a> and the dental health is a nice bonus.<\/li>
  12. Cat Condo:<\/strong> We bought this 61-Inch Cat Tower<\/a> recently, and it was a great investment. Both our cats use it every day, whether to sleep on, play with or scrat the posts. And it was very easy to assemble!<\/li> <\/ol> ","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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