5 things I'd buy my cats for Christmas in the early Black Friday sale

Chilli wearing a Christmas red coat under the Christmas tree

Megan's cat, Chilli, wearing his festive Christmas cape. (Image credit: Megan Milstead)

The sale might officially start next week, but the Black Friday cat deals are already rolling in, and I've seen some impressive early bargains already.

Since December is right around the corner, I'll be taking full advantage of these discounts, and getting my cats' Christmas presents sorted in advance. Now is also a great time to stock up on everyday essentials, like food and toys, to save yourself money in the long run. Or, you might want to treat yourself to some pet tech that you've had your eye on for a while but is usually too expensive (like the best microchip cat flap).

I don't usually get my cats Christmas presents of their own, but this year, I'm excited to fill up their stocking with toys, treats, and accessories. I've already given them one of the best advent calendars for cats, and I can't wait for them to open the little windows every day next month.

If you want to get ahead of your Christmas shopping too, I've rounded up the best early Black Friday deals below. Before adding them in, I've run a price-check using CamelCamelCamel to ensure it really is a valid discount (and retailers haven't just put the price up the week before). All of these products have been tested by my cats, Chilli and Nala, or one of the PetsRadar team's cats, so you can feel assured that they're worth your money.

1. Treats

Tiny Tiger Lickables Stew Variety Pack Cat Treat & Topper — Rashmi's cat, Max, enjoyed the Tiny Tiger Lickable Stew. (Image credit: Rashmi Raviprasad)

2. An automated toy

Enabot ROLA PetPal | 23% off at Amazon
Was $229 Now $214
This automated cat toy has so many cool features and I've had hours of fun playing with it. Once you've connected it to your phone, you can drive it around your house, and watch your cat's reaction on the built-in camera (it's hilarious). These videos get saved to the app so you can watch them back later. It also has a microphone, which allows you to talk to your cat and hear them, plus a teaser toy and treat dispenser which you can also control.

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Moving gif of the enabot petpal moving around on a kitchen floor — Megan has had lots of fun with the Enabot ROLA PetPal.(Image credit: Megan Milstead)

3. A cat tree

Diana's cats sitting on the Frisco 47.5-in Modern Cat Tree & Condo, one of the best cat trees — Diana's cats like to relax on the Frisco Modern Cat Tree & Condo. (Image credit: Diana Hasler)

4. A cat tunnel

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Roxy using Pawaboo tunnel — Roxy loves hiding inside the Pawaboo Tunnel Tube Toy.(Image credit: Kathryn Williams)

5. A heated hammock

K&H Pet Products EZ Mount Thermo-Kitty Window Cat Bed — This heated hammock is perfect for keeping your cat warm in the winter. (Image credit: Laura Walters)

Want more discounts? Check out our guide to the best Black Friday pet deals or the best Christmas gifts for cats.

Megan is a Staff Writer on PetsRader, covering news, features and buying guides. She has a wealth of experience looking after animals, having grown up with dogs, cats and horses all of her life. She’s particularly interested in pet happiness and behavior, which she loves to research in her spare time. You’ll often find her watching webinars on reactivity in dogs or researching cat body language. She loves going the extra mile for her cats Chilli and Nala (who also help out with testing the best products for our buying guides).

Megan studied BA Journalism at the University of Westminster, where she specialized in lifestyle journalism and was editor of Smoke Radio’s online magazine. She also graduated from West Herts College with a Level 3 Extended Diploma in Journalism. Before joining the PetsRadar family last year, she worked on the editorial team at Harrods and has spent most of her career writing for specialized titles, like RunningShoesGuru, Licklist and Mr. After Party.

Megan works alongside qualified vets and accredited trainers to ensure you get the best advice possible. She is passionate about finding accurate and helpful answers to your pet-related questions.