Best Christmas gifts for cats 2025 chosen by real cat owners

Best festive cat bed

We love this festive bed from Walmart and for just $17.97 so much that we also included it in our list of the best Christmas gifts for dogs. The bed is a cute way to get your cat involved in the Christmas celebrations without making them wear anything. And considering cats are often amazed and confused by the sudden changes to their environment, they may appreciate a new safe spot to hide and observe.

Best interactive festive cat toy

Get your cat a festive toy they'll really like with this Frisco bundle from Chewy. Not only do you get five holiday-themed catnip mice in this bundle, but an interactive ball and track toy too. You can also change the springy sticks atop the ball track to keep the toy novel for your kitty.

Best recyclable Christmas gift for cats

It's no secret that cats love cardboard boxes and this Santa's workshop-themed cat house adds a festive spin to “if I fits, I sits”.

As it's cardboard, it will be easy to recycle after Christmas is over, and you won't have to worry too much about your kitty destroying it.

Best Christmas catnip toy

There is a lot going on with this toy: it's plush, has feathers coming out of it and is stuffed with catnip to make it irresistible to your furry friend. Wrap it in Christmas paper and see if your cat can sniff it out and unwrap it.

If your cat is prone to play rough, the tough polyester design is made to be durable, so you should be able to pull it out year after year for your kitty to enjoy. It has a 4.5 out of 5-star rating on Chewy, with customers praising the enjoyment and satisfaction their cat experienced playing with it, which would put it in the running with the best catnip toys on the market.

Best Christmas cat treats

If you want your cat to experience the flavors of the festive season, these treats from Temptations will give them the taste of a Christmas roast in a bite-sized portion. These dual-textured treats include a creamy center and crunchy shell, with twice as much filling as a classic Temptations treat.

Best Christmas gift for naughty cats

If your feline friend – or should we say feline fiend – has spent their entire year getting into mischief, give them some coal for Christmas. While traditionally, coal was left for naughty children by Santa, these catnip-stuffed lumps are sure to get your message across. Behave better next year, please! It'll also earn you a hearty chuckle from the rest of the family on Christmas morning.

Best Christmas cat collar

While many cats would complain loudly about being put in a festive jumper, a collar is usually a more acceptable piece of attire. Give your cat a dapper makeover with this little bowtie by Frisco (also suitable for dogs), which comes in two sizes. The classic tartan is sure to compliment any coat color.

Best freeze-dried Christmas cat treats

If your cat has a sensitive stomach, diabetes or is otherwise on a restricted diet, they can still get involved in the festive fun with these freeze-dried turkey breast treats from Purebites. Made with human-grade turkey breast, your kitty is sure to enjoy these meaty treats.

Best festive scratching toy

If you've got a kitty who loves to scratch, nurture this habit in a healthy way with this festive scratching post. Also featuring a catnip-stuffed gingerbread man and Christmas mint, this toy will encourage swatting and grab their attention.

Best personalized gift

If you want to spend a little bit more on your cat, get a premium personalized treat jar. Treat bags can be unsightly and, when opened, can produce a smell (especially the fishy treats cats tend to love). With this in mind, this 13-cup jar provides a safe, tidy and cute way to store your cat treats, a gift for your cat and you.