Nip It: How-To Tips For Catnip


Updated 09/01/11 1:14 PM · Posted by PetSugar · 0 comments

Catnip Facts

If your cat goes gaga over the green stuff, help a little go a long way with these tips. Learn how to seed, store, and serve safely with five handy reminders for every step of the way. Flickr User: Katharine J. Moriarty Read more

Twihard Cats Need Vampire Fangs


Updated 10/21/09 12:44 PM · Posted by PetSugar · 0 comments

Twihard Cats Need Vampire Fangs

OK, it seems that this vampire madness won't go away anytime soon — between Twilight and True Blood, I'm seeing fangs wherever I look. And how adorable is this kitty toy?! Filled with stemless catnip, the felt toys won't draw any blood literally since the sharp parts are removed, and I'd surely be excited to see this kind of vampire coming at me! If you're not into the whole bloodsucking Read more

What Do You Know About Catnip?


Updated 09/08/09 10:40 AM · Posted by PetSugar · 2 comments

What Do You Know About Catnip?

Whether your kitty loves it, likes it or would leave it in a heartbeat, catnip is synonymous with many cat toys. They come stuffed or sprayed with the essence of this fragrant plant but do you know anything about it . . . and its effects on felines? Test yourself in this quiz! Source Take the Quiz Read more

New Product Alert! George Mod Stripe Kitty Krackers


Updated 02/19/09 9:50 AM · Posted by PetSugar · 1 comment

New Product Alert! George Mod Stripe Kitty Krackers

If you're looking for new games to play inside with cats in Winter, look no further than the new mod stripe kitty krackers from SF's George pet supply shop. Now coming in both kitten (6.5-inch) and tomcat (12.5-inch) sizes, these toys are stuffed into fresh catnip sausages. I picture both to offer plenty of hiding and seeking (read: attacking) options for those super active cats looking for a Read more

Fabric Scraps Plus Catnip Equals One-of-a-Kind DIY Mice


Updated 12/03/09 3:00 PM · Posted by PetSugar · 2 comments

Fabric Scraps Plus Catnip Equals One-of-a-Kind DIY Mice

Did your lil kitty get everything her heart desired over the holidays? If you've got extra time to kill – or think your pal could use an extra toy to kill – check out these one-of-a-kind catnip mice. Wouldn't you rather see this laying around than a real mouse?! Get started on the DIY project spotted by a pal of mine (Thanks, Casa!) by gathering the following supplies: Patterned fabric for Read more

I've Got My Eye on You, Kitty


Updated 12/23/08 6:29 AM · Posted by PetSugar · 4 comments

I've Got My Eye on You, Kitty

Still looking for a super unique holiday gift for pets? Well, when I spotted these catnip eyeballs, they seemed just the thing for cats that love the homemade. After all, these cute toys are made from recycled sweatshirts (inside out) so that the nubby cozy part is what your pet chews on. At $10 for a set of two, each is made per order so it's only the freshest catnip for your kitties. That's Read more

Catnip Kitty Mats: Spoiled Sweet or Spoiled Rotten?


Updated 10/30/08 7:26 PM · Posted by PetSugar · 2 comments

Catnip Kitty Mats: Spoiled Sweet or Spoiled Rotten?

Your frisky feline's had a long day of pouncing, prowling, stretching, and scampering so where is she gonna go lie down? Not on your couch I hope . . . for pet hair's sake. Peep these sweet Meditation Mats ($25) by Jake & Micah. Coming in 15 different styles, they're the purrrfect place for catnaps (sorry, couldn't resist). As a special treat, the stuffed pad has a velcro opening to fill (and Read more