Cat Supplies

What the research says about cat water fountains versus bowls, what to look for, and four stainless steel and ceramic fountains compared from the makers’ specs. Not a hands-on test.

What vets and cat welfare groups say a scratching post needs, and four posts and scratchers compared from the makers’ own specs. Not a hands-on test.

What vets say makes a cat carrier right for vet visits, and five hard-sided carriers whose tops open or come off, compared from the makers’ own specs.

What the best litter box for a kitten looks like, by vet guidance, and six open, low-entry boxes that meet it, described from the makers’ own specs.