Gifts for cat lovers
The safest gift for a cat lover is something their own cat will genuinely use - a toy that gets chased rather than ignored, a bed in a spot the cat already claims, or a scratching post that saves the sofa. Novelty cat-print mugs and cushions are fine as a stocking filler, but something the cat interacts with daily tends to be remembered longer, by both the person and the cat.
Gifts the cat will actually use
Interactive toys like the Multi-Level Cat Track Ball Tower Toy and the Hemm & Boo Fish & Feather Cat Teaser tend to get genuine daily play rather than gathering dust in a corner, which makes them a safer bet than a purely decorative gift. A cat tree or scratching post is a bigger present, but a genuinely appreciated one for a cat lover whose cat is still scratching the furniture.
Think about the cat's actual personality rather than the person's taste alone. A nervous or older cat is more likely to enjoy a cosy hideaway bed than an energetic toy, while a young, playful cat gets far more out of something that moves.
Somewhere to sleep, watch or hide
A Window-Mounted Cat Hammock with Suction Cups gives a cat a whole new favourite spot by a window, and is genuinely popular with cats who like to watch what's going on outside. It's the kind of gift that gets used within minutes of being put up.
A hooded or elevated bed suits a cat who prefers to hide away rather than be seen, which describes plenty of cats regardless of how sociable they are with their owner.
Small, thoughtful extras
Treats and a good scratching toy make a nice smaller gift or stocking-filler alongside a bigger present, and are an easy way to add something extra without overspending on the main gift itself.
Simple items like a fresh collar with a bell or an ID tag are genuinely useful rather than purely decorative if the cat goes outside, and make a thoughtful, practical addition to a bigger gift.
A small selection of different treats, rather than one large bag of the same thing, often goes down better with a fussier cat, and gives the owner a few things to try rather than one guess at what their cat will actually like.
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 gift for someone who just got a cat?
- Something practical the new owner might not have thought to buy yet, like a proper scratching post or a comfortable bed, is often more useful early on than another toy, since a new owner is usually still working out what their cat's personality actually is.
- Do cats actually like cat toys as gifts?
- Many do, especially anything that moves unpredictably or lets them stalk and pounce, though every cat is different. Toys that dangle, wobble or make a noise tend to get more use than something that just sits still on the floor.
- What is a good gift for an older cat?
- A soft, supportive bed somewhere warm, or easy-access resting spots and a low-sided litter tray, tend to suit an older cat better than an energetic toy, since comfort and easy movement usually matter more to them than play does at that stage.
- Are personalised gifts good for cat lovers?
- Yes, a bed, bowl or accessory linked to the cat by name, or a keepsake for the owner themselves, tends to feel more thoughtful than a generic item, particularly as a present for someone who already has plenty of the basics.
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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.