Cat Christmas presents
A good Christmas present for a cat is not about looking festive under the tree — it is about what actually gets played with, climbed on or eaten once the wrapping paper is gone. The reliable winners are simple: a toy with real feathers or catnip, a proper box of treats, and something new to climb, scratch or hide inside.
Toys most cats actually play with
Feather wands and small catnip toys tend to outlast anything battery-powered, mostly because a cat can chase, catch and carry them the way they would a real catch. A teaser like Hemm & Boo's Fish & Feather toy gives you something to play with together, which most cats enjoy more than being left with a toy on their own.
Catnip-filled toys are worth including even for a cat who has never shown much interest, since reactions to catnip vary and Christmas is as good a time as any to find out. A cheap catnip toy costs little enough to be worth trying alongside a bigger present.
Something to climb, scratch or hide in
A cat tree or scratching post earns its keep well beyond Christmas Day, giving a cat somewhere of their own to climb, stretch and sharpen claws away from the furniture. A sisal-covered post or tower suits most homes and most cats, whether they are enthusiastic climbers or prefer to sit at the top and watch.
A hideaway works just as well for a cat who would rather retreat than climb — a hooded bed, a fabric tunnel or a simple enclosed den gives them somewhere of their own to disappear to, which cats generally value more than an open, exposed bed.
Treats worth putting in a stocking
A proper box of cat treats, rather than a single sachet, makes a present feel like an occasion, and most cats will make short work of anything meat-based like Catit's Nibbly Jerky. Keep an eye on portion size over the festive period, since treats add up quickly on top of a normal diet.
A gift calendar or novelty item makes a nice extra for the human doing the wrapping, but the present that gets remembered by the cat is almost always the toy, the treat or the thing they can climb into — worth keeping in mind before spending on anything purely decorative.
The gifts themselves
Everything below is in stock with us, priced with delivery worked out, and packed and posted by hand in the UK.
Sensor Cat Water Fountain 2.5L
A 2.5L cat fountain that flows when your cat approaches, keeping water fresh and tempting. A clear level window shows when to refill, and the generous tank meets one cat's needs for several days.
From£43.99
Scratch-Resistant Stretch Sofa Cushion Cover
A stretchy jacquard-knit cover that hugs individual sofa cushions to protect them from cat claws and fur. The non-slip, all-season fabric fits most seats and is machine washable for easy care. Sold per cushion size.
From£12.99
Leucillin Antiseptic Skincare Spray for Cats & Dogs
A versatile, alcohol-free antiseptic spray that cleans, soothes, and helps protect your pet's skin from bacteria, viruses, and fungi.
From£16.49
Pressure-Activated Pet Cooling Mat
Press down, feel the cool — this pressure-activated mat absorbs body heat and stays up to 10°C cooler than the room, with no freezing required.
From£34.99
Multi-Layered Felt Cat Cave Bed for All Seasons, Coffee or Beige
A cave bed built up in layers of dense felt, which insulates through winter and breathes rather than trapping heat in summer, offered in coffee brown or beige.
£27.99
Scratch-Resistant Jacquard Sofa Throw
A woven bohemian-pattern sofa throw that drapes over your settee to shield it from cat claws, fur and everyday wear. Tasselled edges and a tightly knit jacquard weave add a decorative, cosy finish. Machine washable.
From£23.99
Window-Mounted Sisal Cat Scratching Post
A suction-mounted pair of sisal columns that gives a cat a proper vertical scratch and stretch on a window or smooth wall, with no drilling and no floor space used.
From£52.99
Absorbent Cotton Gauze Swabs for Pets – Pack of 100
Highly absorbent, low-lint cotton gauze swabs produced in clean conditions — a practical first-aid essential available in three size and ply combinations.
From£4.49
Smart App-Controlled Automatic Pet Feeder
A smart automatic feeder with a clear food hopper, removable stainless steel bowl and app control. Schedule timed portions, record feeding plans and check in remotely, keeping mealtimes steady while you are away.
From£56.99
Palm Tree Cat Tree With Sisal Post And Bowl Bed
A playful palm-tree cat tree with a sisal scratching trunk, dangling teaser pompoms and a clear space-capsule bowl bed below. Compact at around 44cm wide, it gives cats a spot to scratch, perch and snooze.
From£7.99
Iron-Framed Radiator Hammock Cat Bed with Washable Faux Fur Cover
A metal-framed hammock that hooks over a radiator, lined with a removable machine-washable faux fur sleeve, for cats and small pets up to 5kg, in four plain colours.
£21.99
Automatic Cat Water Fountain
A clear automatic pet water fountain with a tap-style spout that circulates fresh, filtered water to encourage your cat to drink. The near-silent pump and large transparent tank let you check water levels at a glance.
£44.99
Common questions
- What is a good Christmas present for a cat that will not just get ignored?
- Toys with real feathers or catnip, and anything a cat can climb into or hide inside, tend to get used far more reliably than novelty items. A proper box of treats is also a safe bet, since almost every cat has an appetite for something meat-based.
- Are catnip toys safe to give as presents?
- Yes, catnip itself is not harmful to cats, though not every cat reacts to it — some become playful, some sleepy, and some show no interest at all. It is worth including a catnip toy alongside something else in case your cat falls into that last group.
- Should I get my cat a present even if they already have plenty of toys?
- There is no harm in it, and a new toy or treat often gets more attention than one that has been lying around for months, simply because it is unfamiliar. A cat tree or hideaway is also worth considering if your cat does not already have one of their own.
- How many treats is too many over Christmas?
- It adds up faster than it looks, especially with visitors offering extras throughout the day. Treat a stocking-sized box as something to spread across the festive period rather than finish in one sitting, and keep an eye on your cat's normal meals alongside it.
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Written by Matt Garnett, who runs Giddy Pets and is a lifelong pet owner — not a vet. This is general information, not veterinary advice, and it cannot replace an examination by the vet who knows your animal. How we write these guides.