27 Petco Items With Reviews So Impressive You'll Buy Them Right Now
1. A FURminator brush to make the task of removing tangled, dead hair from your fluffy friend super quick and easy, and a heck of a lot cheaper than constant visits to the groomer.
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Promising review:"The FURminator is the only fur brush I will use on my dog. He's a hairy beast and requires brushing every day. I am always shocked by how much fur it pulls off of him. This results in cleaner clothes, carpets, and furniture." — scottwestcoast
Price: $43.99
2. A window perch for the cats who are all "Shhh, my show is on" when it comes to looking out the window. It's only right that you elevate their experience with the best seat in the house (literally). And thanks to the heavy-duty suction cups, you can rest assured, it'll stay put and keep your lil' feline safe.
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Promising review:"Easy to assemble. My almost 17-pound boy loves it as well as my 11-pound boys. Although it is a hammock-style bed, it doesn't have a lot of 'give,' so it feels secure when the cat lies on it. Suction cups stay in place really well. Awesome purchase!!" — KSH
Price: $39.99
3. A set of soft foam stairs that'll help tiny pups and senior dogs alike join you on the couch or in bed in a way that's easier (and more comfortable on their joints) than jumping on the bed (which can also be v risky!!). If your dog could speak, we guarantee they would thank you.
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Promising review:"These steps are perfect for my small dog who is not able to jump onto the furniture! The height is perfect so that my dog can easily get up and down from the couch as he desires! We've had other similar steps that are more of a ramp, but these stairs seem to be easier for him to get up and down." — Heath
Price: $54.99
4. A stain and odor eliminator spray , because sometimes your dog decides doing their business on your white carpet is a more sensible solution than doing it outside when it's raining. (And honestly, can you blame them?!) Luckily, this stuff eats the molecules and gets rid of the smell, so all evidence that your dog still has accidents... begone!
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Promising review:"I bought this about a week ago and have used almost the entire bottle since, simply because I got a new puppy who is not at all potty trained. I have sprayed it on bowl movement stains, urine stains, and even non-animal-related stains. It is very effective at mostly or completely eliminating the stain as well as the smell. I plan on buying another bottle (or two) as soon as I run out!" — abbyh983
Price: $17.99
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5. A multi-level cat tree complete with plenty of built-in scratch posts, surfaces to lie on, and a cozy cubby that'll easily become your cat's favorite spot in the whole house. When they're not busy scratching it or snuggling up inside, they'll love climbing to the top so they can look out at their kingdom (or at least your living room).
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Promising review:"Just ordered this cat tree. This will be the third time I've ordered this Armarkat cat tree! My three cats play and sleep on it. The upper levels and playhouse are at the right height for the cats to look out my windows. They love it!" — Blondle the original
Price: $140.71 (originally $198)
6. A Snuggle Puppy that's basically a miracle solution to helping ease your pup's loneliness and separation anxiety. It's especially perfect for those crate-training their furry bbs. The only one who loves this stuffy puppy more than my dog is me — so much so that I can't stop talking about how great it is six years after buying it.
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Back in 2020, my family made a wonderful decision to get an adorable Havanese puppy named Bailey (pictured left as a puppy in 2020, pictured right in December 2023). He slept like an absolute angel the first night we brought him home, so when he kept us up for six. whole. hours the night after, and wouldn't stop crying the next day, we knew we needed to try something fast. A family friend recommended the Snuggle Puppy. Within a half hour of putting the little heart ticker into the stuffed toy and putting it in Bailey's crate, he was quiet and fast asleep while cuddling up to his new toy.
More than six years later, the Snuggle Puppy is still Bailey's favorite toy — we just don't keep the heart ticker in there anymore. He has an entire crate of toys he BARELY touches solely because he loves the Snuggle Puppy so much. It is on the pricey side for a dog toy, and he's currently on his fourth Snuggle Puppy because he's chewed off the ears and noses on the other ones, but seeing how attached he is to the puppy and how happy it makes him, it's 100% worth it. Truly cannot recommend this enough.
Promising review:"After three nights of a new puppy crying all night, missing its siblings, a friend suggested Snuggle Puppy. It has a little beating heart and a warming pad. The same night, I got one; he slept the whole night through. It was a miracle. Our puppy really chews on him, but no rips or tears!" — Mendenhall
Price: $44.99
7. A water additive, because you don't realize how difficult a task it is to brush a dog's teeth until you become a dog owner and try it yourself. Then, you have to grapple with the idea that if your dog's teeth rot, it's because you can't possibly bring yourself to have a wrestling match between them and a toothbrush again. Well, thankfully, all you have to do is add this to their water bowl, and it'll help fight plaque and stinky breath!!
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Promising review:"I've been using this for my dog's water daily, and I'm already noticing fresher breath. He drinks it with no hesitation, and it's super easy to use. I love that it supports both dental and gut health." — Dawn
Price: $24.99
8. An automatic self-cleaning litter box that might boast a hefty price tag, but it also boasts quite the reward (aka you not having to go on a scavenger hunt for poop on a regular basis). You can also use the compatible app to keep track of your kitty's bathroom habits and weight!!
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Promising review:"Love this litter box! First off, it's so cute, the little wooden legs don't make it look super clunky like other automatic litter boxes. I set my cleaning timer to seven minutes, and it's great! Super amazing product and aesthetically pleasing. You can't smell anything!" — AmySV
Price: $449.99
9. A large rubber ball with a smaller ball trapped inside, because your dog doesn't seem to understand that your WFH Zoom meetings are not play time, no matter how much their internal clock seems to think it is. This toy is here to help keep them busy for hours on end. You're welcome.
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Promising review:"This toy really entertains my doggie. He's a large 50-pound puppy with incredible chewing strength, and so far has only scratched the handles. We use it outdoors and indoors. It's fun for both of us to use it like a bowling ball down a long hallway, especially when the weather is not good. Exceeded my expectations!" — Rusty Sunflower
Price: $19.49+ (available in two sizes; colors vary and will be chosen for you)
10. A bag of aquarium sand that'll not only look awesome in the fish tank, but will also help to break down their waste and help healthy bacteria grow to keep their tank cleaner.
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Promising review:"Looks beautiful in betta tank, was easy to work with. Make sure you rinse it in a bucket before putting it in the aquarium. Also have used with loaches and they love it." — Jacq2024
Price: $9.99+ (available in two sizes and three colors)
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11. An interactive battery-powered cat toy so boredom will be a thing of the past for your feline friend. It boasts three modes and an auto-shutoff function after 10 minutes that might just allow you to catch up on your favorite show without a floofy lil' distraction.
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Promising review:"I bought this on New Year's Eve, and my 14-year-old cat LOVES this toy. She will try to get our attention so that we can turn it on for her. She has dragged it around the apartment and would try to play with it even if it's off." — Izzy and Iroh
Price: $38.99
12. A self-grooming brush you can mount to a flat wall or corner using the included adhesive strips or screws. It'll allow your kitty to enjoy all the scritches while the brush removes and collects their loose hair.
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Promising review:"My boys have a specific wall corner they love to rub on, and I thought this would spruce up their enjoyment. It did its job. They love this thing. It's well-made, and the bristles aren't too rough or pointy for them. They're flexible and bend when they put all of their weight into it. Overall, it's a good product, and I might get more to put in different places for them since they don't have to go on a corner to work, which is a nice plus." — Autumn
Price: $5.99
13. A cage-attachable bird bath featuring a rubber rim so your sweet bird can splash around whenever they want, while ensuring the water actually stays inside the bath.
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Promising review:"It's a perfect size for my parakeets to flap around and have a nice bath! People say it's too big, but it's perfect! It's of good quality. If it doesn't fit your cage metal to twist the latch, just use pliers to stretch the metal cage bars a little, like I had to, then it will fit perfectly!" — Allie1996
Price: $13.99 (colors vary and will be chosen for you)
14. A pack of Pill Pockets that possess the magical superpower of turning medication time into delicious treat time, making your dog excited to take their pills!!! As someone who used to spend a literal half hour trying to get my dog to take his medications, and now it's his favorite time of the day, let me tell you, it's a pretty revolutionary change.
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Promising review:"Love this product! Trying to feed a 100-pound 10-year-old dog a pill twice a day is not an easy task. These make it so easy! She gets up right away when she hears the bag. She thinks it's a treat and loves the flavor." — Gabby
Price: $11.99+ (available in four pack sizes)
15. A gentle leader harness featuring a bungee-cord leash, because walking your cat is fun, but being pulled the second they see something worth chasing (which is a lot of things in the great outdoors) is not so fun. Thankfully, the bungee cord is perfect for even the most intense pullers, and the rubber stopper ensures they won't escape (no matter how hard they may try).
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The rubber stopper also helps adjust the leash and guide their shoulders so there's no pressure on their throat or tugging at their neck.
Promising reviews:"I have had my PetSafe harness for three years now, and it is AWESOME! I had spent $$$ searching for an escape-proof harness for my outdoor-loving cat. I just stumbled upon this harness because it came with a bungee leash, which I was only interested in. The harness looked similar to a couple of other worthless harnesses I had purchased previously. Boy, was I wrong!!!!! When the harness is adjusted correctly to the cat's body, it is 100% escape proof.I never worry about my cat escaping like Houdini anymore." — FinnFiona
"Probably the harness that my cat can squirm out of the least. It feels pretty comfortable and secure. I like that it'll tighten a bit if my cat pulls on it, which she does if she darts off in a direction that's too fast for me to follow when she's chasing something or running away. Fits her really well in terms of sizing. Got a medium, and I measured around her girth as it said. She's a pretty small cat, less than 10 pounds for sure. I also really like the dusty rose color." — TamTamTam
Price: $17.99+ (available in three sizes and three colors)
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16. A pack of small pet bedding that is made from 100% reclaimed fiber and is v soft, so your hamster, rabbit, guinea pig, or mouse will feel oh-so comfy. It also boasts 10 days of odor control to help keep their living space fresh and free of yucky smells.
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Promising review:"Go-to bedding, with six hamsters and a rabbit, I've found this is the most economical option available in stores. Not as soft/fluffy as other brands, but it gets the job done. I usually use this as the main part of the enclosure and put Aspen underneath and a layer of softer bedding on top. Holds tunnels pretty well." — Djingle and Butters
Price: $7.98+ (available in three sizes)
17. A dog door you simply slide onto your existing patio track door to allow your dog the freedom to go out onto the patio for a potty break (or just some fresh air) whenever they please.
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Promising review:"It only took two days for both our adult and puppy Chihuahuas to regularly use the doggie door. A few treats and the puppy figured it out. This door is very convenient, as our Chihuahuas can now go in and out at their leisure. No more 'accidents' due to not noticing their need to go out. Awesome! Be sure to purchase the correct size for your dog. If the door is a bit too tall for your existing door, simply remove the upper panel, and it will fit." — Lovemychihuahuas
Price: $189.97+ (originally $190.99+; available in three sizes)
18. An adorable cat scratching post that'll not only prevent your lovely furniture from turning into a scratching post (no one wants a shredded sofa), but will look oh-so cute in your home. A win-win if you ask me. Plus, it even has some added built-in entertainment for them, including a toy tunnel track at the base, daisy accents with crinkle petals, and a hanging toy for them to swat at.
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Promising review:"What really sets this scratching post apart are the fun extras: a toy track base and those crinkly flower petals. My cat was instantly curious and entertained, batting at the toys and inspecting the flowers right away. It's adorable to watch and seems to hold her attention much more than a plain post would.The size is compact enough to fit in smaller spaces but sturdy enough that it doesn't tip over during play. It's also a great way to brighten up the room with a cheerful, floral touch that doesn't look out of place in my living area." — llLocaMamill
Price: $29.99
19. A litter trapping mat , because you love your cat, but you don't love that the bottom of your feet feels like a litter-magnet with tiny grains stuck to them at virtually all times. This super cute mat collects the litter as they step outside the box, so they're not tracking it throughout the house.
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Promising review:"First thing that caught my eye was the color. My favorite color, in fact!! Not only is it cute and charming, but it holds so much litter.Instead of spending so much time sweeping floors, now all I have to do is shake the mat outside or just gently shake it into the trash. No more litter messes for this girl!" — Suzu
Price: $22.99
20. A package of presoaked tear stain wipes that make it easy to gently wipe away discharge and crusties that accumulate around your pup's eyes.
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Promising review:"Worked very well on our Buddy so far. He has an allergic reaction to something outside every year at this time. We used it after we went through 10 days of prescription eye drops, and this product seems to keep his eyes from going red like they usually do at this time of the year." — Grumpy at 77
Price: $19.49
21. A reflective dog leash perfect for when you need to bring your pup for a walk before sunrise or after sunset. The bright color will help ensure the two of you are seen whilst out and about! And it even has a nice neoprene comfort grip handle that won't hurt your hand.
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Promising review:"High quality and reflective. I bought three so far for my two shepherds. Far better than many junk leashes out there." — Petco customer
Price: $24.99 (available in two colors)
22. An aquarium strip thermometer that sticks to the fish tank glass and provides easy-to-read instant temperature readings so you can ensure your fish is swimming in comfy temps at all times.
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Promising review:"I love these things. I don't set up an aquarium without sticking one to the outside. They are the perfect way to tell the temperature in a split second. I love that they are smaller and can easily be placed on the side of the tank so they don't become an eyesore. Will definitely buy more for every fish tank I set up." — Converse Cutie
Price: $3.99
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23. A "Timothy Popsicle" designed for smol furry friends (like rabbits, guinea pigs, etc.) because they're just as deserving of a tasty treat as our other pets are. And they'll absolutely love these!!!
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Promising review:"I bought these for my three guinea pigs. I bought three packs because they were on sale. I broke them in half so I can give each piggy a treat now and another one later. They get super excited when I give them these. I will be buying some more." — GPmom3
Price: $8.99
24. A 24/7 cat water fountain that keeps the water flowing, so you don't have to keep refilling. It has three different water flow settings, and just look how cute it is!
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Promising reviews:"Purchased this fountain as a replacement for my Catitt Fountain that previously wore out. It is the exact same fountain. My cat and I both love the gentle stream of water, and she missed it for the few days it took to get a replacement. I also love the water level feature that I can see at a glance, and don't have to constantly open it to check the water level.Will be getting another one to have 'on hand' for when this new one wears out. It might only be about four months, but one must remember it is circulating water 24/7. Highly recommend this fountain." — Cat lover182
"I got this for my 16-year-old cat a few weeks ago, and she LOVES IT! I wasn't sure if she would use it or not, or how long it would take her to get used to it. To my surprise, the second I had it set up, she was using it. I see her use it all the time, and I can tell she's drinking quite a bit out of it daily. I would highly recommend this to any cat owner, but especially for senior cats. It's important to make sure they're hydrated, and this product is fun for them and gives them clean water. Would give a million stars if I could." — Breezymae
Price: $37.99
25. An oatmeal shampoo formulated with oatmeal and aloe designed for use on pups with sensitive skin, so you can give them a nice clean without irritating or drying out their skin.
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Promising review:"Smells great and does the job. My dog has sensitive skin and so far no problems." — MrsR1243
Price: $18.99
26. A fuzzy donut bed that'll provide the coziest, comfiest spot for your fluffy friend to snuggle, nap, and sleep through the night (if they don't sleep in bed with you, that is). Do they make a human-size version of this? Asking for a friend.
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Promising review:"I have three dogs and eight cats. I bought two small beds and one large. They are always occupied. The animals love them." — Betty H.
Price: $24.99+ (originally $30.99+; available in three sizes)
27. A slow feeder for the doggos who scarf down their meal like it's the last one they'll ever get. Or maybe they just REALLY love the food you give them. Either way, eating that fast can pose a choking hazard for your lil' floofy, so this feeder can help!
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Promising review:"I bought this bowl to see if it would help my old pup with gastro issues eat more slowly (he had a pancreatitis episode). He was a little frustrated at first, but he's smart and learned how to eat from it efficiently. He did slow down and seems to be on the mend now, and we will keep using the bowl." — JacksMom
Price: $9.99+ (available in three sizes)
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