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Moderncat's Modern Finds: Great Scratchers from $10 - $500

by Paw Nation Staff (Subscribe to Paw Nation Staff's posts): Mar 12th 2010 4:45PM Filed Under: Pet Product Reviews

With so many cat products hitting shelves every week, we asked our favorite kitty-centric blog, Moderncat, to roundup their faves in our column Moderncat's Modern Finds.

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Moderncat's Modern Finds: Great Scratchers

Cats have a natural instinct to scratch, so it's important to direct that desire towards something that's made to take a beating. If you don't, they'll do what comes naturally -- and destroy your furniture in the process. There are lots of scratching surfaces including corrugated cardboard, carpet and natural sisal.

Petlinks, Everyday Studio, Bergan, Cat Above

Moderncat's Modern Finds: Great Scratchers from $10 - $500

Dream Curl, $30
The Dream Curl is a stylish scratcher that provides a variety of surfaces – including carpet and sisal -- for scratching, playing and lounging. The curved form creates areas for napping and perching, plus there is even a little toy that hangs underneath the curve for a fun surprise every time kitty walks by.

Moderncat's Modern Finds: Great Scratchers from $10 - $500

Eco-friendly Scratcher & Lounger from DKcat, $89
This sleek and modern scratcher from DKcat also doubles as a lounger. Made from reclaimed wood and eco-friendly materials, this beautiful handmade scratcher is sure to please both you and your cat.

Moderncat's Modern Finds: Great Scratchers from $10 - $500

Zcat Modern Scratcher & Climber, $439 - $494
This sturdy structure is handmade from hardwood with a durable non-toxic finish. Designed by architect and woodworker Franz Goebel, it includes two patches of artificial grass and a replaceable corrugated cardboard scratch-and-climb panel.

Moderncat's Modern Finds: Great Scratchers from $10 - $500

Bergan Pulp Scratch Lounger, $10
This unique scratcher/lounger is made from paper pulp, like the kind of material egg crates are made of. The contoured shape and textured surface make it perfect for napping and scratching.

Moderncat's Modern Finds: Great Scratchers from $10 - $500

ScratchPal from Cat Above, $40
This scratcher is made of cabinet-grade birch plywood and is heavier than a regular cardboard scratcher, so it doesn't slide across the floor when the cat uses it. But the ScratchPal's secret weapon is that it is designed to help keep your house neat. The high sides, broad lip, and side channels of the ScratchPal catch scratched off cardboard particles and prevent them from scattering on the floor.

Moderncat's Modern Finds: Great Scratchers from $10 - $500

Wedge Scratcher from Cat Livin', $75
This minimal and modern scratcher from Cat Livin' is both sculptural and functional. The carpet tile scratching surface is at just the right height for a good stretch and scratch.

Moderncat's Modern Finds: Great Scratchers from $10 - $500

Itch Scratcher from Square Cat Habitat, $30-50
This attractive scratching surface can be mounted on the wall or used on the floor. The removable carpet inserts are easy to clean and replace, and come in a variety of colors to match your décor.

Moderncat's Modern Finds: Great Scratchers from $10 - $500

Cat Climbing Tree from IKEA, $90
The Bastis Blonde scratching post and climbing tree from IKEA stands almost 71 inches tall. Made of rattan on a steel frame, the tree mounts to the wall with the shelves hidden behind the large scratching surface for secret climbing.

Moderncat's Modern Finds: Great Scratchers from $10 - $500

Claw Inclined Scratcher from Everyday Studio, $85
These funky geometric shapes provide a great scratching surface for kitty without being an eyesore for you. Handmade in San Francisco using heavy-duty corrugated cardboard and non-toxic paint on the edges.

Moderncat's Modern Finds: Great Scratchers from $10 - $500

Moderncat's Modern Finds: Valentine's Day Picks

by Paw Nation Staff (Subscribe to Paw Nation Staff's posts): Feb 8th 2010 4:30PM Filed Under: Cats, Photo Galleries

With so many cat products hitting shelves every week, we asked our favorite kitty-centric blog, Moderncat, to round up their faves in our column, Moderncat's Modern Finds.

Let your kitty know how much you love her this Valentine's Day with some of these cool gifts made just for her.

Moderncat's Modern Finds: What to Wear

by Paw Nation Staff (Subscribe to Paw Nation Staff's posts): Jan 8th 2010 3:00PM Filed Under: Cats, Photo Galleries

With so many cat products hitting shelves every week, we asked our favorite kitty-centric blog, Moderncat, to round up their faves in our column, Moderncat's Modern Finds.

Kitty is beautiful just as she is, but this collection of stylish collars and ID tags will make her feel like a fashionista. When choosing a collar for kitty, always make sure to look for a safety feature like a breakaway buckle or elastic stretch band.

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Moderncat's Modern Finds: What To Wear

Designer Ribbon Cat Collars: $11 to $13
Looking for a unique way to give your cat a little style? Check out these adorable cat collars from Pattern & Paw. These handmade collars have breakaway buckles for safety and come in a huge assortment of colorful ribbon designs. Available in three adjustable sizes.

Pattern & Paw

Moderncats Modern Finds: What To Wear

Pattern & Paw

Retro Cat ID Tag: $22
Give kitty a little retro flair with this hip flower identification tag from George. You can even have the ID tag engraved with up to four lines of information at no extra charge.

George

Puchi Glamour Cat Collars: $22
If your cat has a taste for couture, she will love these glamour cat collars by Puchi. These leather collars have a diamante crusted buckle and diamante studs all around the collar. They do have an elastic strip to keep kitty safe. Finished off with an exclusive Puchi "P" logo tag, these collars are only for the most glamorous felines.

Puchi

Enamel and Metal ID Tags for Cats: $11
These stylish ID tags for cats are not only cute, but they are quite durable, too. Made from stainless steel with enamel designs, they come in a variety of colors and styles. Each tag can be customized with kitty's information.

Cool Cat Collars

Handmade Cat Collars: $10
Is kitty's wardrobe in need of an update? Well check out these stylish cat collars from Paws 'n Tails. Available in a wide range of hip fabrics including retro/vintage inspired prints, stripes, solids, dots, florals and a whole lot more, each collar is handmade from soft fabric and has a breakaway clasp and removable bell.

Paws 'n Tails

Acrylic Cat ID Tags: $8
Are you concerned about the weight of your cat's ID tag? Then these acrylic tags are a great solution. Made from durable, lightweight material that is easy to clean, these tags come in a variety of shapes and colors and can be engraved with three lines of contact info.

Cool Cat Collars

Swarovsky Crystal Designer Cat Collars: $40
Every cat needs a little bling. And there is no better bling than genuine Swarovski crystals. These Swarovski designer cat collars are the ultimate in sophisticated glam, featuring three rows of crystals on a soft leather collar. The design incorporates an elastic stretch band for safety.

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Pewter Collar Charms: $3 to $4
These adorable silver-tone pewter charms from Jake and Micah come in a variety of fun shapes including fishbones, paw prints, lucky cats, and tiny fortune cookies. The perfect touch of style to add to kitty's collar.

Jake and Micah

Adjustable Cat Safety Collar: $5
If safety and comfort are your main concern when it comes to selecting a cat collar, then these adjustable cat safety collars from National Leash may be just the thing for you. These collars are light weight and durable, made from a thin mountain climbing cord, which helps prevent rubbing and matting. The breakaway safety feature helps protect your cat from injury. Available in a wide variety of colors.

National Leash

Handcrafted Leather Cat Accessories: Collar $292; Pendant $264
Check out these exquisite handcrafted cat collars and tags from Accomplice Design. The collar is made of the highest quality English bridle leather with sterling silver clasp and attachments. The tags are created with a color pencil and pastel drawing, encased in resin and framed with sterling silver that is hand-polished to a brushed satin finish. The collars have an elastic band for safety.

Accomplice Design

Moderncat's Modern Finds: Dine In Style

by Paw Nation Staff (Subscribe to Paw Nation Staff's posts): Dec 4th 2009 3:00PM Filed Under: Cats, Photo Galleries

With so many cat products hitting shelves every week, we asked our favorite kitty-centric blog, Moderncat, to roundup their faves in our column Moderncat's Modern Finds.

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Moderncat's Modern Finds: Dine in Style

Kitty deserves to dine in style, and with so many innovative and stylish options available now, there's sure to be something that will please both you and your cat. Things to consider when choosing a feeder: make sure the bowls are easily removable for cleaning; choose a safe material like stainless steel, ceramic, or food-grade plastic; and you may want to select a raised feeder (better posture can improve digestion).

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Moderncats Modern Finds: Dine in Style

Alessi; TrendyPet; These Creatures; Vurv Design

Raised Asian Feeder from Trendy Pet, $65.99
This streamlined, Asian-inspired pet feeder would be the perfect addition to any modern kitchen. Created by Trendy Pet, this bowl set is slightly raised, promoting better posture while eating, resulting in better digestion.

TrendyPet

Granite Feeder from Kevy K Designs, $160
These elegant feeding dishes from Kevy K Designs are handcrafted from natural marble, onyx, and travertine. The stone is sealed with a USDA food-safe sealer and each dish comes with a removable stainless steel bowl.

Kevy K Designs

Tigrito Cat Bowl from Alessi, $85
Add a touch of playful Italian style to your cat's next meal with the Tigrito cat bowl from Alessi. The molded plastic form holds two polished stainless steel bowls. This little cutie comes in grey, blue, or yellow.

Alessi

Raised Feeders from These Creatures, $79-119
These stylish raised feeders from Seattle-based These Creatures are made of durable powder coated steel with removable stainless steel bowls. Available in three sizes and a wide variety of colors and designs.

These Creatures

Wall-mounted Feeder from Vurv Design, $149-190
The sleek and elegant wall-mounted Maow feeder from Vurv Design floats above the floor supporting two or three inset stainless steel bowls. You'll enjoy the clean look while kitty will get the benefits of eating from a raised feeder.

Vurv Design

Studio Line Bowls from Wetnoz, $4-9
The Studio line modern pet bowls from Wetnoz are made from durable FDA-grade plastic with a no-slip rubber foot. The scoop shape makes them easy to use and they are priced quite affordably. The bowls come in 1, 3, and 5 cup sizes.

Wetnoz

Wall-mounted Feeders from These Creatures, $155-175
These durable powder-coated steel wall-mounted feeders from These Creatures are easy to adjust to just the right height for ergonomic feeding, plus they come in terrific modern colors and cute designs.

These Creatures

Granite Feeder from Stoney Creek, $140
These sturdy and stylish cat feeders from Stoney Creek Pet Feeders & Memorials are made from a solid slab of polished granite with two inset stainless steel bowls. The slab rests on solid granite legs with non-skid feet to protect floors. Feeders measure 12 inches by 12 inches and stand 4 inches high.

Stoney Creek

Raised Feeder from Vurv Design, $98-130
The Maow raised feeder from Vurv Design is just the right height to provide the health benefits of a raised feeder plus it has a special shallow stainless steel bowl that allows plenty of room for kitty's delicate whiskers. Made from bent plywood with real wood veneers and metal laminates, Maow comes in six different finish options and measures 4 inches tall, 7 inches wide and 8 inches deep.

Vurv Design

Moderncat's Modern Finds: Cat Beds

by Paw Nation Staff (Subscribe to Paw Nation Staff's posts): Aug 6th 2009 5:00PM Filed Under: Cats, Pet Product Reviews, Photo Galleries

And this bed was just right. Photos: Pod Bed by Hepper Home, Bambu Lounger from Pet Lounge Studios, Fatboy Catbag, Scan Bed from Pet Revolution.

With so many cat products hitting shelves every week, we asked our favorite kitty-centric blog, Moderncat, to roundup their faves in a bi-monthly column we're calling Moderncat's Modern Finds.

Every spoiled feline needs a special place to sit that's designed with their needs in mind. When shopping for the purrfect cat bed for your kitty, look for one with a removable pad/cover or find one that is made from easy to clean materials. For those of you who want to indulge your cat but your decorating style is more upscale than "crazy cat lady," we've rounded-up ten of the most stylish modern cat beds available. Some of them are a little pricey, but hey -- isn't your kitty worth it?

Cat Beds

Pod Bed by Hepper Home, $155
Made of soft molded foam, the Hepper Pod bed provides your cat with a cozy hiding space on a raised base. The interior pad made of Sherpa fleece and microfiber is reversible and washable.

Hepper Home

Banana Leaf Cat Cave, $85
This cozy cave is made from eco-friendly banana leaf, a texture that cats love. You can position the sphere on the base in any configuration, plus it comes with a washable cushion.

Meijer

HARRY Felt Day Bed from Pet-Interiors, $302
This beautiful bed, from German company Pet-Interiors, is made of thick, durable felt and features a luxurious inner cushion with a custom filling developed especially for cats. The cushion cover is removable and washable.

Pet-Interiors

Bambu Lounger from Pet Lounge Studios, $249
The frame of this bed is made of solid bamboo, making it extremely sturdy but also lightweight. The cushion, made from the highest quality memory foam, helps to relieve pressure points, which can be a huge benefit for older or arthritic cats.

Pet Lounge Studios

Fatboy Catbag, $99
Perfect for an afternoon nap, the Fatboy Catbag is kitty's very own beanbag. It even has a removable outer bag to make cleaning easy. Comes in a variety of hip colors complete with a fish bone graphic.

Fat Boy

Retro Modern Cat Bed from Like Kittysville, $82
These hip kitty beds are each handmade using vintage fabrics, so no two are the same. The sleek boomerang shape floats on top of an acrylic base, for a cool retro look.

Like Kittysville

Scan Bed from Pet Revolution, $529
The glistening acrylic base of the ultra-modern Scan bed will have kitty sitting in style. The bed features a reversible micro-suede cover that is easy to put on and remove and is also machine washable.

Pet Revolution

Bent Bed from Pre Fab Pets, $349
Your modern cat will love this sleek platform bed made from molded plywood with walnut veneer. The cushion is covered in ultra suede, creating a perfect lounge spot for any stylish feline.

Pre Fab Pets

Bubble Bed from b.pet, $424
If you're looking for a little Italian design for your cat, then the Bubble bed from b.pet is for you. Available in a wide range of designer colors, the acrylic half sphere rests on a shiny chrome base and comes with a large comfy cushion.

b.pet

Operetta Pet Lounge by Kenneth Cobonpue, $TK
This architectural looking structure is the Operetta pet lounge designed by Kenneth Cobonpue. Made of polyethylene, nylon and steel with a leatherette pad, the Operetta is sized perfectly for a cat.

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Camouflage Animals

Madagascar Day Gecko
The green Madagascar Day Gecko lives in the dry regions of forests in Madagascar and neighboring islands. They usually grow to be between four to six inches long. Their tail makes up almost half of their length.

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Camouflage Animals

Argentine Horned Frog Reptiles
The Argentine Horned Frog, also known as the Horned Frog or Pacman Frog, originated in South America. The green and black amphibian, which can grow up to six inches long, is a popular pets and can live for as long as 10 years.

Camouflage Animals

Walkingstick
The Walkingstick takes its camouflage abilities to the next level by creating the appearance of a stick or twig to hide from predators. While they normally stand still, these insects are able to walk around as though they were a twig caught in the wind. They can be found in tropical forests or woodlands all across the world.

Camouflage Animals

Dwarf Puff Adder
Found in Nambia, the venomous Dwarf Puff Adder hides from the hot desert sun by burying itself in the sand, where only its eyes show.

Camouflage Animals

Stonefish
Often resembling a rock, the brown colored Stonefish camouflages itself perfectly in the ocean. With 13 venomous dorsal spines on its back, the Stonefish can cause tissue damage and respiratory distress, which can lead to cardiovascular shock if left untreated.

Camouflage Animals

Chameleons
Chameleons, the quintessential color-changers, can transform their skin color when their mood, temperature or the amount of light around them is altered. Their hue, which can vary from yellow and pink to brown and black, is also altered when they communicate.

Camouflage Animals

Green Anole
Often confused with chameleons, Green Anoles turn brown when they're stressed or sick. Found in the trees and shrubs of the Southeastern United States, these lizards are popular pets.

Camouflage Animals

The Eastern Wood Frog
The Eastern Wood Frog tricks competitors by changing colors to match its surroundings. Found in North American woodlands, the frog also has a dark black patch from its eye to the base of its front limb that can change colors.

Camouflage Animals