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  • - [Narrator] Having a feline friend

  • can be both challenging and rewarding.

  • Cats are a bundle of joy and known for their independence,

  • but they still rely on you

  • to give 'em the best life possible.

  • We've put together seven awesome cat hacks

  • to help you save money,

  • and I get a feline that your cat will love 'em, too.

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  • As you probably know cats have an intense attraction to

  • napetta cataria, or as it's commonly known, catnip.

  • We picked up these catnip infused paper bags

  • for three bucks on Amazon.

  • That's not gonna break the bank, but free is even better.

  • First, we tested it out on Hiccup here,

  • but she didn't seem to care much for it.

  • That is of course until she caught a good whiff of it.

  • After that she just couldn't get enough of it,

  • so we decided to make our own.

  • This is pretty simple, but to start

  • you're going to need a paper bag and some catnip.

  • Most cat owners have both of these already.

  • You can sprinkle dried catnip in the bag

  • or mist catnip spray all over the inside then let it dry.

  • Now to find out how well it works.

  • As you can see, it didn't take long for our furry friend

  • to feel the effects of the natural cat mint.

  • Whether you buy the catnip infused paper bags,

  • or make your own at home,

  • your cats are sure to go absolutely bonkers.

  • Just like you and me, cats love a variety of toys,

  • and luckily many of 'em can be made

  • from household materials.

  • If you're one of those unfortunate souls

  • with an endless pile of mismatching socks,

  • well, here's a way to repurpose 'em.

  • Fill a sock up with catnip,

  • a jingle bell for extra auditory stimulation,

  • and then had some crinkled up pieces of paper.

  • Close off the end of the stock

  • and use pipe cleaner to tie it off.

  • You can either cut off the excess or add a bell to the end.

  • to really bring this toy to life we had a jiggly eyes

  • and turned it into a colorful mouse toy.

  • Although our cat never really played much with toys,

  • oddly enough she became obsessed with it.

  • So ya really don't need to spend all that extra money

  • at the store on a fulfilling toy for your cat.

  • This one'll keep 'em busy for hours.

  • Hairballs are an unfortunate part of many cat's lives,

  • but did you know that pumpkin

  • can actually help hairballs pass through your cat's system?

  • just mix one to two tablespoons into your cat's

  • food each day, or just a couple times a week.

  • you can add it as is,

  • but for cats with a sensitive stomach,

  • warming the pumpkin up first will help greatly.

  • This orange vegetable's an excellent source of fiber

  • that aids in digestion, but if you want to stop hairballs

  • before they start, just remember to brush

  • your cat frequently and keep it on a healthy diet.

  • Even the most adorable cat could be a bit devious.

  • Especially when it comes to tearing up your carpet.

  • Your kitty's primal urges to mark their territory

  • with long shredding marks can be satisfied with

  • even the most basic of cat scratchers.

  • these cardboard scratchers run about

  • eight dollars each at the store,

  • but you can make your own for free out of a cardboard box.

  • Our box happens to be approximately the same length

  • as an 18 inch cardboard cat scratcher.

  • Once you break the box down flat,

  • cut off the excess pieces with a box cutter

  • and then use a yardstick

  • to trace out lines across the cardboard.

  • By the way, this also happens to be about

  • the same width of a store-bought insert.

  • Now if you're replacing that insert,

  • cut as many strips as you need to fill it up.

  • if you're looking to make a stand-alone scratcher,

  • wrap duct tape around the entire outside

  • as well as both ends and keep it all together and in place.

  • Just like the paper bag,

  • you can add dried catnip or just mist catnip spray

  • for even more stimulation but with less mess.

  • What we've created is pretty similar to

  • a store-bought scratcher, except ours is free

  • and can be used as a double sized pad

  • or replacement insert for your existing box.

  • Cat puzzles are another great way

  • to keep your cat stimulated.

  • You can spend at least 10 to 20 dollars for 'em in stores.

  • How about making your own a Tupperware instead?

  • We're using a 27 cup container,

  • but you can use any size you want.

  • You can even go with an empty shoebox if that suits you.

  • The premise is exactly the same.

  • We flipped ours over for a more stable base

  • and a clearer view into the box.

  • Just use something circular in shape to trace out

  • various holes in either the top or the sides.

  • Use a box cutter or knife to carefully cut out the holes.

  • If you're left with sharp edges, smooth 'em out

  • or line the edges with duct tape.

  • Now it's time to add whatever tickles your cat's fancy.

  • Plastic or rubber balls, jingle bells, Mylar and catnip,

  • (laughs) kibble treats, wow, anything you want works.

  • It might take a while for 'em to figure it all out,

  • but that's exactly the point.

  • Cat puzzles are very interactive toys

  • that engage their primordial hunting instinct.

  • This keeps 'em stimulated whether you're home or away.

  • Pet owners are generally known for two things:

  • Their devotion to their furry friends,

  • and the extraordinary amount of pet hair

  • on their clothes and furniture.

  • Whether you brush your cat often or not,

  • you're bound to end up

  • with an explosion of fur at some point.

  • If your upholstery is covered in hair,

  • put on a latex glove and rub your hand

  • across the problematic area.

  • The static will help grab those loose bits,

  • and they'll stick right to the glove.

  • The same concept can be used with your clothes

  • or other fabrics you have laying around.

  • Petting your cat and finding their sweet spot

  • can build a stronger, more fulfilling bond,

  • but it often leaves you covered in hair.

  • So next time you throw your cat-covered clothes in the

  • dryer, be sure to toss a fresh dryer sheet in there with it.

  • Their anti-static properties will help repel that surplus

  • hair right in to the lint tray.

  • Then you can just clean that out afterwards.

  • Now, if you're on the go, and a lint roller isn't available,

  • you can just wrap some tape around your hand

  • with the sticky side facing out.

  • Tap it all over your furry fabric with ferocity,

  • and you're all set.

  • If you have a cat that tends to fling around litter

  • or a dog that loves diggin' for sprinkled treasure,

  • a covered litter box will help keep that litter

  • where it belongs, inside.

  • These dome boxes do a great job,

  • but they cost between 35 and 50 bucks, ouch.

  • Here's a way to make your own top-entry box

  • for a fraction of that cost.

  • If you don't have an empty tote in your garage,

  • you can pick up an 18 quart bin

  • like this for under 10 dollars.

  • Our tote's larger than the pet store version,

  • but that's just fine.

  • Use a lid from your kitchen to trace out an entry hole

  • and carefully cat out a hole from the lid.

  • If preferred, you can cut out and entry on the side instead.

  • At this point you can dump fresh litter inside the box.

  • Most cat's won't use litter

  • that's more than two inches deep.

  • Some even prefer less.

  • As a bonus, you can even add a hook near the top

  • to hold your litter scoop.

  • That way when clean up time comes around,

  • it's already there for you.

  • Alright, your new homemade litter box is all set.

  • This'll save you tons of money

  • and give your cat more privacy.

  • So, which litter box makes more sense to you?

  • The store-bought version or ours?

  • Thanks for tunin' in.

  • Let us know your favorite cat hacks in the comments.

  • I'm sure we missed quite a few.

  • Also, be sure to check out our video on

  • tips and tricks for dog owners.

  • That's right, we've got you covered, too.

  • Alright, until next time.

- [Narrator] Having a feline friend

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