The 11 best stocking stuffers for cat lovers
Our favorite Christmas-morning treats to delight cats and their people
Much like cats themselves, cat lovers can be particular about their gifts. Still, what better way to show a cat lover how much you appreciate them than by showing some appreciation for their furry friend as well? Start Christmas morning off with smiles courtesy of these cat-themed stocking stuffers guaranteed to please the cat lover in your life and their feline friends.
Stocking ideas for cat lovers
Cat-themed gifts can be found for any theme or trend under the sun, which can make shopping overwhelming, especially if you personally aren’t a cat person. However, if you know your recipient, you know their cat (probably) isn’t their only interest. Combine the recipient’s love of cats with another interest or hobby and you’re on your way to the perfect stocking stuffer. Start with one of these categories to guide your search.
One can never have too many cat toys, and there are enough choices on the market to select a toy that’s personalized to the recipient’s favorite things. Tea drinkers will get a kick out of watching their cat play with a tiny plush teabag, while lovers of Mexican cuisine would love to see their cat with a little felt taco or burrito toy.
Cat treats, especially exotic treats like special-edition holiday flavors, are a fun way to let a cat owner spoil their furry friend with something out of the ordinary.
A cute cat mug will ensure your friend can represent their favorite pets while they sip on their favorite hot beverage.
Cat-print accessories like socks, scarves or beanies will help them stay cozy in the winter months.
Cat-themed office supplies are great choices for cat lovers of all ages. Whether the recipient is a student dealing with homework or an adult writing to-do lists and thank-you notes, any office task becomes more enjoyable when cute cat stationary is involved.
Cat toy stocking stuffers
Earthtone Solutions Handmade Wool Felt Ball Toys: available at Chewy and Amazon
This set of five colorful felted balls are handmade by women artisans in Nepal. The balls are soft and durable, but they’re also quiet and won’t disturb cat owners when their pet decides 3 a.m. is the perfect time to play.
Frisco Holiday Springs Cat Toys: available at Chewy
This 10-pack of simple, cork-sized plastic springs in festive colors is enough to keep cats entertained for hours. They can be batted around and are a must-have for cats that play fetch. Plus, thanks to their soft and bouncy construction, they won’t hurt your feet or break if they’re stepped on.
SmartyKat Tea Teazers Catnip Cat Toys: available at Chewy
Perfect for the cat lover who likes to enjoy a warm cup of tea with their cat in their lap, these realistic-looking teabag toys are filled with organic catnip. They feature colorful fabric details, a string and a tag perfect for sensory interactive play.
MiniTigerDesign Catnip Baguette Cat Toy: available at Etsy
Is the cat lover in your life also into baking? Treat them and their pet to this adorable bread-shaped felt toy. It’s handmade and filled with 2 tablespoons of organic catnip. The baguette measures nearly 6 inches long, making it a great kick toy.
Petlinks Refillable Catnip Plush Toy: available at Amazon
In case its cute squirrel shape isn’t enough to entertain your cat, this toy can be filled with catnip for extra energetic fun. It’s not very big, but it features multiple textures for added interest and comes with catnip.
Cat owner stocking stuffers
Mini Pusheen Coloring Book: available at Amazon
This tiny coloring book is perfectly stocking-sized and features dozens of designs of one of the Internet’s favorite cats, Pusheen. Each page has a blank back to prevent ink from bleeding through. The designs are the same as those in the original full-size coloring book, so make sure your recipient isn’t getting a repeat gift — unless they want even more Pusheen.
GANSSIA Cat Gel Pens: available at Amazon
These cute pens feature superfine 0.38-millimeter tips and three different cat-shaped caps. All six pens have smooth, consistent black ink, making them great multipurpose tools for homework, journaling and notes.
Yarn Over By Mary Crocheted Cat Coasters: available at Etsy
A pair of these charming, neutral-toned coasters is the perfect addition to a more grown-up stocking. They’re made from cotton yarn and measure about 3.75 inches in diameter. The simple yet chic design features a cream outline and cat whiskers.
Jeasona Women’s Cat Socks: available at Amazon
If you’re shopping for multiple cat lovers, this 5-pack of cute cotton socks can be divided up—or give the whole pack to one person, because one can never have too many cat socks. They come in five different trendy colors and feature cat-ear shapes on the hems.
Post-it Cat Pop-Up Note Dispenser: available at Amazon
An official Post-it product, this cute dispenser holds onto a block of accordion-style Post-it notes for easy access. The plastic cat is heavy and stays in place thanks to rubber nonslip feet. It even comes with one pad of Post-it notes to get you started.
Felt Planet Cat Head Felt Cord Keeper: available at Etsy
Help a cat lover in your life stay tidy and protect their cables from a curious pet with this simple yet stylish cord organizer. The handmade 4-inch felt circle folds up around cables and secures with a snap into a cute, cat-eared silhouette. Choose their favorite color from the 24 available options.
Laura Duerr is a writer for BestReviews. BestReviews is a product review company with a singular mission: to help simplify your purchasing decisions and save you time and money.
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