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1.A topical flea and tick spray for dogs and cats because nothing is less fun on a summer evening than pulling ticks off your fur baby. This will repel those dreaded summer parasites as well as keep the mosquitoes, fleas, and flies away, too!
2.Or a flea and tick collar if you know your pooch won't sit still long enough to be sprayed. Instead, they can just wear this collar to keep the pests away for eight months (which is all of summer and then some)!
3.An extra-wide ceramic elevated 2-cup cat bowl to ease neck strain and whisker fatigue, which will hopefully motivate your kitty to eat up so they can play in the sun.
4.A dog life jacket for dogs who love to splash, swim, and float in the water... but need a little bit of extra support and safety.
AshleyJ/Chewy, Amypug/Chewy
Promising review: "My dog LOVES the water, and we have been wanting to get her a life jacket for a while. This jacket is perfect for my Smarty. She stays botany when she’s just swimming and even when she’s attacking the water. Also the neck thingy is perfect and keeps her mouth up and out of the water when swimming. It helped her stay in the water longer as she got way less tired. Also the two back straps were exactly what I didn’t know we needed! We could grab her so much easier and pull her out (something she hates and fights every time). If you have a water loving dog I HIGHLY recommend this life jacket!" —MollyKillers
Price: $12.05+ (originally $17.99+; available in five sizes and two colors)
5.A tube of C.E.T. enzymatic vanilla-mint flavored toothpaste if you want to get rid of your dog or cat's plaque and smelly breath for good. TBH, this has been a year-long issue, but not anymore!
Lindsey/Chewy, Chewy
Promising review: "Our 4-year-old American Bully started getting plaque on his teeth. I added toothbrushing in three times a week and his teeth are like a puppy's again. Pearly white. I prefer to prevent dental disease than have to anesthetize and pay for costly dentals. This routine is working." —SaraJ
Price: $11.52 (originally $13.59; available in five flavors)
6.A combo dog brush designed with two specialized sides so you can maximize grooming amidst shedding season (aka spring and summer). One side removes tangles while the other redistributes natural oils for that ultimate silky, shiny coat.
Greatrating/Chewy, Chewy
Promising review: "My pup is picky about how he’s touched and brushed. The soft side of this brush really helped to get him to love being brushed and now he even enjoys some detangling." —Gazpacho
Price: $8.87 (originally $9.20)
7.A support harness for an easy way to help support your injured or disabled buddy. Don't let limited mobility get in the way of summertime fun!
8.A two-way squirrel baffle if the birds who usually frequent your feeders keep losing out to the pesky squirrels who get there first and eat up all the seeds. According to reviewers, this *actually* works to keep the squirrels out of the bird food — so you and the birds can enjoy a peaceful summer.
9.A nylon cat harness and bungee leash because some kitties love their walks just as much as dogs, but they're not outdoor kitties. Thanks to this secure harness, you can take them out to explore without worrying about their safety.
10.A set of four colorful collapsible silicone bowls for when you're out on the trails and your doggo (or cat!) needs a drink. These bowls fold down and easily clip to your backpack or leash, so you can easily bring one along.
11.An interactive dog bowl if your dog seems to have one goal and one goal only: eat as fast as possible. This is a fun and engaging way to slow 'em down so they don't get sick afterward and spoil their summer evening fun.
12.A stainless-steel personalized dog and cat ID tag so you can make sure everyone knows your pet's name and how to find you should they get lost when the warm sunny weather entices them to explore a little too far from home.
AmyJo/Chewy, Sydney/Chewy
Promising review: "I bought two of these, one for each of my dogs. I've had them for about 2-1/2 years now, always on my dogs. They are aussies, very active dogs. Most tags, the writing wears off and/or scratches and can't be read after a few months to a year or so. These have held up beautifully! Highly recommend. And the personalization was perfect on both tags." —Doggiemom
Price: $11.04+ (available in two sizes and two finishes)
13.A reptile lamp stand to safely suspend a lamp fixture above your enclosure and keep your lil' reptile nice and toasty, even as you blast the AC — the adjustable knobs mean the perfect level of heat and warmth!
14.A two-pack of washable leakproof pee pads that will protect against accidental wee-wees again and again. It's not really their fault — they just get too excited (and honestly, who doesn't in the summer).
15.An allergy and immune supplement formulated to boost your pup's immune system, which is especially helpful if they tend to struggle with seasonal allergies. These can also improve digestive issues like constipation and bloat, thanks to all the probiotics.
16.A cat water fountain that's cute but, more importantly, effective when it comes to preventing dehydration in fickle felines. Most cats strongly prefer running water, and with three flow modes, this is sure to entice 'em for a quick drink.
gamechanger / Chewy, Rose / Chewy
Promising review: "The shelter where I worked had one and several of the cats really liked it, so when I needed another fountain I decided to try this one. I like it because it's easy to clean and assemble. There's no need to fiddle around making sure every part lines up just right to make the water flow. My two larger (or maybe just lazy) cats especially like it because of its height. They can sit or stand up to drink instead of crouching to the floor. It does the job. No complaints." —Cassie
Price: $22.99+ (originally $32.99+, available in plastic or stainless steel)
17.A hot spot and itch relief spray since it'll provide rapid relief to irritated and/or swollen spots caused by allergies, insect bites, or even just dirty, matted coats — and yes, it should discourage compulsive licking, too.
18.A container of calming chicken-flavored hemp treats that work to relax anxious, restless, and stressed-out pups within 30–40 minutes. Be sure to give these to your baby before the fireworks start on the Fourth.
19.A gentle eye rinse you'll want handy for flushing out pollen, dust, and other gunk that ends up trapped in their eyes.
20.A pet odor exterminator candle available in tons of delicious scents, like creamy vanilla and cinnamon apple, because IDK about you, but I'd much rather smell that than stinky sweaty dog — and let's face it, pet odor is generally worse in the summer from all the hot, humid weather.
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