Ten Great Gifts for Cat Lovers Under $15

Cat lovers appreciate gifts that recognize their passion, and most of the time there are plenty of wonderful cat themed gifts out there for you choose from. Some of the most obvious choices are everyday items like scratching posts and cat toys, especially if a number of felines are owned, but there are a few other gifts for cat lovers under $15 that will definitely show that you care.

1. My Cat Jeoffrey, by Christopher Smart is actually a poem found in many gift book forms titled "On My Cat Jeoffrey" or "For I Will Consider My Cat Jeoffrey". As a book, it is quite a lovely gift for any cat lover, but you can also find this work on plates, lithographs, and gift boxes. The poem itself is quite religious and somewhat amusing in places, but it is a great example of kitty love that a cat lover might enjoy.

2. Kitty Calendars are in just about every gift shop from here to Hawaii, a sign that the love of the feline is not reserved for a selected few. Whether you choose a wall calendar or a planner, calendars portraying cats in various poses and whimsical scenes are a great gift for cat lovers of any age. My mother once said you can never have too many calendars or too many pairs of underwear.

3. Cat Stationary portraying cuddly kittens, paws, stylish and sleek artistic cats, or even specific kitty breeds are a great way to tell a cat lover to keep in touch. Purchase stickers, a nice pen, and a nice address book to go along with your gift. One of the cutest types of kitty themed stationary is the scratch pad, with a clawed-up motif.

4. Kitty Care Kits are a wonderful gift for cat lovers. Kitty nail trimmers, a set of soft claws (like soft paws), treats, vitamins, and a few toys make a wonderful cat kit that will likely get a lot of use. Be sure to package it all in a cute basket with kitty print tissue paper as a base.

5. Cat Themed Jewelry like sterling silver kitty pendant charms are a wonderful way that a cat lover can wear their passion. Either purchase a plain box-style neck chain (so kitty claws don't get caught in the links) to go with it, or select a cute bracelet with a variety of silver cats. Whimsical kitty pins and earrings are also cute choices that will bring a smile to any cat lover's face. For a more masculine gift for your guy kitty lover, consider a cat-themed watch.

6. Decorative kitty picture frames are wonderful ways for cat lovers to display photographs of their favorite felines. These frames can be purchased with paw or kitty themed imprints. Be sure to include a disposable camera and tell them to get great shots of their pets. To improve this gift, start a nice kitty themed scrapbook for the cat lover's kitty memories.

7. Decorative cat items like clocks, bisque kitties, and wall prints help a cat lover show their love for cats in their home. Cat throw pillows are a nice addition to any bedroom or family room kitty décor. To add a homemade touch, purchase cat-themed fabric and make pillow shams yourself to cover couch throw pillows, or select a nice fleece kitty-themed throw.

8. Wearables like cat t-shirts can be a hit with cat lovers because these sorts of gifts do more than sit there. For cat lovers, kitty themed apparel is almost always in style, and I have personally known cat lovers where this kind of attire was a daily rule. For less intrusive kitty fare, select some comfy jammies, boxers, or pajama pants so they can wear their kitties in privacy.

9. Wipe Your Paws welcome mats are a must-have for kitty lovers. I have always found these home accessories to be fantastic, humorous additions to any cozy cat cove. Some people I've known have placed these mats under litter pans to discourage sand tracking throughout the home. Many companies sell them in both dog and cat print patterns.

10. Kitty Treats jars are a great way to show your favorite cat lover that you support their love of kitties. These jars can be cat shaped, fish shaped, or simple canister style, but they keep cat treats fresh tasting so finicky kitties won't refuse an expensive snack just because the bag has been left open. Be sure to include a package of kitty's favorite treats so your present can be for the cat as well as its owner.

Narrowing down the possible gifts for a cat lover is quite a task, as there are so many ideas out there. If you want to give a gift that will impact the heart of the cat lover as well as your own, donate some money to the local no-kill kitty shelter in their name. Most cat lovers would appreciate the thoughtful expression in their honor, and the benefit will help kitties in need. Good luck in making your choices, and have a purrfect holiday season!