5 Great Health and Wellness Products for Cats

By Paw Nation Staff |

January 19, 2011

As pet owners work to keep their resolutions to stay healthier in 2011, the start of a new year can also be an ideal time to promote wellness in your cat's life.

Just like their humans, felines can benefit from more exercise, better eating habits, and increased hydration. Our friends at Zootoo rounded up five great health and wellness products to help your cat thrive all year long.

Petco

To discourage cats from drinking water from unclean sources, try the Automatic Cat Water Fountain from Petco. This easy-to-use product provides a continuous stream of fresh water for cats to lap and helps break bad habits, such as guzzling from dripping faucets. And at a retail price of under $15 during some online sales, this durable, appealing fountain is a true bargain.

Pet Greens Garden

A fun, innovative system for making healthful treats at home, the Pet Grass Self-Grow Kit from Pet Greens Gardengenerates nutrient-rich, delectable grass for cats. With the addition of water, lush greens grow right out of the bag in about a week, and the fresh grass promotes digestive health and hairball control. Also, the product curbs your cat's desire to eat potentially harmful houseplants.

Slumber Pet

A safe comfort for senior pets, the Thermal Cat Mat from Slumber Pet eliminates the need for batteries or electric cords by reflecting a pet's body heat (a claim verified by both human and feline tests). Ideal for cats suffering from arthritis or joint pain, this cozy, machine-washable mat also discourages felines from seeking unsafe heat sources, such as radiators or appliances.

Petkin

The no-fuss Hairball LickStick from Petkin fights hairballs with a malt-flavored formula that our tester cats found irresistible. With just a few licks from your cat, the product effectively controls hairballs both by helping prevent them and by helping cats to pass them. And the easy-to-use packaging, modeled after a deodorant stick, is a welcome alternative to messier hairball prevention methods.

Kitty City

A two-in-one interactive scratcher, the Swat Track and Scratcher from Kitty City features a scratch pad and round track with a suspended ball that encourages cats to engage in extended periods of healthy play. And for the retail price -- under $12 at some online outlets -- this neat product is an affordable, fun way to increase your cat's activity level.

Category: Cat Health