Top Holiday Gifts for Your Cat Under $50!

As the holidays approach you may find yourself wondering what to get for your favorite feline friend - after all, you can't expect him or her to stand by while you blissfully open up all those presents, do you?

At the same time you also don't want to spend a ton of money on holiday gifts for your cat that may go unloved and unused because they're not what your cat would want. Read on for three great holiday gift suggestions that are sure to have your cat purring with holiday cheer!

First, let's look at the ever-popular catnip mouse. One of the classic cat presents for years, this favorite treat has evolved to include not only just catnip, but organically-grown catnip in some cases and a series of brilliantly-colored containers. Far from just being a small bag with a tail and ears, the catnip mouse has grown to include neon colors and wild designs as well as small pillows and fabric balls holding just what your cat needs! Check around to see what sort of crazy catnip mice you can find for your best friend and see if you can fill a holiday gift stocking with them! Remember, catnip is a great stress reliever for your cat as well as providing you both with a fun time!

A cat condo is a great way to give your feline friend not only a new place to roam but also for you to redecorate your apartment! A cat condo or cat tree consists of wood covered with carpet built into a series of platforms, going as low as a single foot and as high as to your ceiling. Wooden boxes and ramps allow your pet to move back and forth across this feline-friendly jungle gym, duplicating the outside in the safety of your own home! These may prove to be a bit pricy, however, and you may want to consider making your own if you know someone who is handy with power tools and very knowledgeable in dealing with wood. As well, safety has to be considered when working with wood, since you don't want your friend to end up with splinters! However, there are a variety of small models on the market for reasonable prices and in a number of sizes that will fit both the apartment dweller and the home owner. Just think about how much fun your cat will have lurking a few feet over your head in his or her own private space!

And last, but not least, how about getting your cat or kitten a film to watch! Yes, you can now purchase videos that will give your cat the full experience of being an outdoor cat when he or she has to stay inside. Filled with vivid images of birds flying around a natural environment, these videos can give your cats hours of entertainment and fun taking advantage of their natural curiosity and their love of the outdoors. What better way to keep the cold weather out than to visit the warm jungle areas with your pet and watch exotic birds and animals keep your cat on edge? Reasonably priced, these videos will bring holiday cheer to your pet as he or she gets to see birds in the safety of her or his own home and no one gets hurt! Since keeping your cat indoors is considered to be the safest way to ensure a long and happy life, why not give your friend a touch of the outdoors where you can both enjoy it?

Giving a holiday gift to your cat doesn't have to just be a new collar or a fresh litter box - with a little ingenuity and time you can give your feline friend a great holiday season!