Pet deodorant candle, Chewy $8.99

Sometimes, choosing gifts for loved ones is easy. They like to read, so you buy them a book. They like baking, so you give them a blender. But what if their greatest love in life is their fur baby, and you are not a big fan of fur? If their favorite person is not a person at all, but a four-legged shedder who seems unable to remove the dirty paws from you when you visit, how do you know what your loved one needs? 

As a long-term cat owner, I know which products are useful for keeping kittens happy and healthy and our home clean. I also surveyed must-have products for my dog ​​and rabbit (and other small) pet owners. 

Let's face it: animals will fall off. They can't help it. Unfortunately, this kind of fur is everywhere, and getting off the car is painful. This is why I keep these Evercare lint rollers everywhere in my house. It is the only brand dedicated to pulling the fur of my cat from the furniture.

If the fur is embedded, even the lint roller cannot pull it out, and a handheld vacuum cleaner may work. This cordless headset from Shark comes with an accessory specially designed for sucking pet hair.

Another option, especially for those with larger pets, is a furniture cover. This waterproof double-sided cover comes in a variety of sizes (chair, love seat, sofa and "sofa buddy", which means covering only the fur baby side of the sofa) and colors (blue, brown and gray).

Pet hair and dander can also be an annoyance for allergy sufferers. This HEPA air purifier helps trap allergens and keep the air in your home clean. 

Sometimes, even all the lint rollers, furniture protectors and vacuum cleaners cannot prevent chaos. At this time, the stain and odor remover comes in handy. It is suitable for animals of all sizes and can be used on carpets, upholstery, ceramic tiles, concrete and other surfaces. Using it with this pet deodorant candle can really eliminate the smell of cats.

Kittens like to groom themselves, but sometimes this kind of grooming can cause fur to spread all over the furniture. Or worse-go down their throats and come again later (and, usually on the entire furniture). Use this self-grooming brush to help them (and their owner) get out. It can be installed on a surface, allowing Kitty to brush her own fur, making cleaning more enjoyable.

Another essential item for cat owners: scratching posts. If not, Kitty will use any other surface it can find—usually a sofa, carpet, or bed—to take care of its claws. This cat scratcher is perfect for keeping Kitty's paws healthy and your loved one's furniture safe.

Some cats seem to like to curl up in a small space. One of my cats likes small boxes very much-the smaller the better. If your loved one has a cat with a similar personality, please consider giving a cat litter bed. It has two sizes and five colors. This is the perfect place for cats who like a comfortable, enclosed sleeping area.

When Kitty is not taking a nap, she may want to play. This interactive cat toy is a great way to keep her busy until it's time for her to take a nap again.

Sometimes, your loved one will have to travel with their cat. It may take a short drive to get to the veterinarian, or it may take a long flight. (This is what I did. There are two cats. There is still a long stay. I don't recommend it.) The cat cage approved by this airline is used when I travel with the cat. It provides a lot of ventilation, so they can easily breathe and see what's going on, and the shoulder straps make dragging more comfortable. I recommend pairing it with these insert pads, which will be very useful if the cat makes a mess while traveling.

I personally prefer cats, but my dog-loving friends told me that this KONG Classic Dog Toy is definitely a must-have for any dog ​​owner. A friend said: "Fill them with kibbles and peanut butter, freeze them, and give them to your dog when you need them in their crates or when you just need a little quiet time. They are great." It comes in six different sizes, so dogs of every size are covered. 

Another friend strongly recommended this belt and seat belt, also from KONG. She told me, "The KONG seat belt and leash combination is great-it provides comfortable padding for the dog, has a pocket for a poop bag, and is tied to my waist, so it can be hands-free and is There is a bungee in the lead, so it also prevents my shoulders from being pulled out of the socket." Both are available in four colors, and the size of the strap is from small to X-large.  

If your loved ones let their dog out at night, this rechargeable nylon dog collar is essential. A friend told me that without it, she would not be able to see her dog at night. It is available in four sizes, blue and green.

Another friend told me that her favorite product is Charlie & Fink Dog Balm. It can be used to soothe dry paws of dogs, moisturize dry noses, and heal cuts and burns. It comes in small cans-perfect for putting socks!

Like cats, dogs also need to travel. Use this Dog Seat Car Cover to help your loved ones keep their car seats clean and dry. It is waterproof, available in a variety of sizes and colors, and can be used for car back seats or cargo liners.

Not every pet owner has a dog or cat. Rabbits and hamsters and many other animals are loved and cared for every day. Unfortunately, I can’t cover all of these (sorry birds, reptiles and fish!), but if your loved ones have guinea pigs, rabbits, hamsters, etc., this pop-up fence can provide them with a safe space for pets to come Exercise and play. It comes in six colors and can be used indoors or outdoors. It can be neatly folded when not in use for easy storage.

Some small animals like to take a sand bath. This is good for their health and well-being. This sand bath container is transparent and easy to clean. It comes in four colors, medium or large. Add some bath sand to make it a complete gift.

Just like my cat, some smaller animals like to hide in small spaces. This narwhal-shaped cave is a great place for the smallest pets to curl up. For something stronger, this berry-shaped animal hideout is also a good place to rest.

Another option is this thatched house, which is equipped with straw mats and toys. Smaller pets can use it to sleep, play or just hide. 

Small animals like to chew, and it is important that they have healthy and safe choices so that their teeth will not overgrow and cause health problems. This chew toy made of apple branches, hay balls, branches and grass can be used for rabbits, chinchillas, guinea pigs or hamsters, and can be used as toys and snacks.

I hope this list can provide some gift ideas for your pet-loving relatives. happy Holidays!

Sandra Ebejer lives in upstate New York with her husband, son, and two cats who don’t know how to get along. Her work has been published in "Washington Post", "Boston Globe", "True Simple", "Writer's Digest", "Shodalan" and other magazines. Read more on Sandraebejer.com.