We celebrate our pets all year, but May is National Pets Month and Amazon is kicking it off with a Day trading. Plus, with Mother’s Day right around the cornerNow is the perfect time to gift the pet parents in your life — yourself included! From toys and snacks to trending TikTok accessories, some of our favorites are on sale.
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Pet camera discount
Furbo .’s Dog Camera (9/10, Recommend with WIRE) topped our list of pet oranges. It includes a bark alert that will send a push notification to your phone if your dog is talking so you can check to make sure all is well. Furbo also includes a reservoir to store snacks for you to distribute from your phone.
I (Medea) tested this camera, and while it’s marketed to dogs, my pet cats love it, too. It’s larger than other cameras I’ve used, but its tank holds stuff to deliver while you’re away (it do shoot them out with vitality). Unlike the Furbo camera above, this camera rotates 270 degrees so you can see more of the room. That said, we would be remiss not to mention Eufy’s recent security incident in which users can quickly access the cameras of other Eufy owners. The company quickly patched the bug.
Nooie’s panning camera is one of those favorite security camera. If you want to save some money and don’t need a camera to dispense treats, it’s a perfectly good option for keeping an eye on your pet. I like its matte, off-white design, which is a pleasant draw from most shiny white cameras.
Vacuum offers for robots
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You may have come here to get the best for your pet, but you also deserve the best for keeping your home clean. iRobot’s Roomba J7+ is Our absolute favorite vacuum robot. Your floors will never look better, even with Fluffy and Fido running around all day. The suction is strong, the tubes don’t get clogged with cotton balls, and the app lets you program the areas you want to clean and when.
This robot vacuum usually costs around $1,300, and if you click the coupon on the page, you’ll get an extra $200 off the discounted price. Most pets don’t particularly like vacuums, especially if they roam around on their own. The Samsung Jet Bot AI+ is silent and stealthy, moving flexibly throughout your home. Its bulky size was a questionable issue, but it left WIRED Senior Contributor Floors of Adrienne So pristine while her dog slept soundly the whole time.
Dumping doesn’t stop after you’ve vacuumed. In our experience, it does speed it up somehow. With 100 hours of battery life, the Yeedi k650 robot vacuum is Alexa-enabled so you can use it to clean and pluck whenever you need it. It won’t have the ability to map, attract, or general acumen of the drums above, but it also costs significantly less. More money to spend on (hu)man’s best friend!
Discounts for fountains
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Catit makes quality cat products and we use and suggest its several fountains. This one includes three water flow settings, thanks to the removable flower attachment. Completely removing the flower will create a gentle stream of water. Using only the white stem of the flower creates a bubbly effect, and the entire flower creates a stream of cool water that cats who love to drink from the faucet can enjoy. Less 2.0 Mini Fountain also discounted to $17 ($6 off).
We haven’t tested this fountain yet, but Petkit is a reputable brand and this model gets good reviews online. The body is plastic, but the top bowl is stainless steel. Dogs may prefer the open design of this style over the small flower of the Catit fountain below.
Waste treatment transaction
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To take advantage of this offer, you’ll need to sign up for an auto-refill every two weeks to six months. These aren’t a bad idea, as you’ll get over them quickly. The Litter Genie can be a lifesaver for cat owners, as you can shovel the box every day, giving cats a clean place to do their work without actually having to empty the litter every day. As with a diaper genie, the waste goes to the top drawer, and pulling the lever will dump the waste into the bottom compartment, where the odor is.
Dog poop. Unless you’re looking to make enemies of all your neighbors or leave unwanted surprises in your backyard, that poop needs to be picked up. Earth Rated Dog Poop Bags are a tried and true brand that my husband and I (Haley) use regularly, and they have never let me down, a great product. Each bag is made from recycled materials, so you don’t have to feel bad about throwing them in the trash. You can save a few extra cents if you sign up.
DNA test offers
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Embark is the most informative of the three WIRED dog DNA test tried, but it is also the most expensive. The company also offers quizzes for you to take, so you can see if you need to tweak any of your habits. You might even find your dog’s cousin!
WIRED reviewer Louryn Strampe and I (Medea) both used Basepaws with our cats and were impressed with the amount of information we received. The PDFs are nearly 70 pages long, with detailed information on the dog breed and signs of health, including a separate section on oral health. I was told my cat Eely-Rue was at risk for periodontal disease, so I took her to the bathroom.
Pet accessories deals
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Here’s another deal you’ll need to sign up for to get this price on your first order. This one usually costs around $35, though, so the current $20 price tag without the subscription savings is a deal if you just want to try it out. WIRED writer Louryn Strampe likes this to ease her cat’s anxiety. She says it smells better and works faster than others she’s tried. You can spray your pet, car, or blanket, then just wait 15 minutes before letting your cat explore.
A dog’s worst enemy — the dreaded tub — can be made much easier with this bath accessory. I (Haley) am testing dozens of dog accessories at the moment and this caught my attention during research. The faucet connects to your shower and uses a hand-held, scouring attachment to flush; You can use it to scrub the dog at the same time. It comes with an adapter so you can attach the Aquapaw faucet and easily switch back and forth between it and your regular shower. The The smaller version is also discounted to $21 ($4 off)..
If your TikTok For You Page is full of any and all pets, like ours, you may have see this fish Dogs and cats entertain equally. Some love it, some hate it, but one thing is for sure – watching your pet play with it is fun. You can choose between several types of fish and they are all at a slight discount.
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