Sarah Spencer
Chances are, you’ve seen ads for one of the many fun, quirky, and unique subscription boxes out there! From candy to houseplants, there are lots of options for people to get a fun surprise in the mail. These subscription boxes are marketed as anything from self-care to simply a way to get some of your favorite things on the cheap, and there’s a reason they’re so popular: they are fun, simple, and usually pretty affordable. Opening them feels like a mini surprise party that you threw yourself!
Now, you can give your pet that same kind of experience with their own subscription box! 🎉 These are especially useful if your pet has picked up a few more destructive pastimes in quarantine, as the fun new toys and treats are a great way to make playing with their own stuff more fun. 🎾
Here are a few companies that will bring toys, treats, and chews right to your doorstep to help keep your pet – and you – entertained!
1. KitNipBox
If you’re trying to keep your cat from getting involved in all the DIY projects you’ve started over the last few months, a KitNipBox may be a good investment.
This box comes in two sizes, the single-cat sized Happy Cat box and a Multi-Cat size for those who have acquired a few more felines. Several of their toys come with catnip inside, making them especially interesting for the cat and fun for the owners to watch!
2. BarkBox
Is your dog a super chewer?
Like, seriously cannot stop chewing/shredding/scratching/otherwise-destroying things for 5 minutes?
It may be time to get BarkBox.
These toys are practically indestructible, and by that, I mean my dog usually shreds dollar store toys in less than 5 minutes, and these toys last him up to several weeks. The normal box is full of extra-durable plush toys, but if your dog tends to chew through things even quicker than mine, you can move them up to the Super Chewer box that has fluff-free toys.
3. Squawk Box
If your feathered friend tends to outsmart their toys quickly, Squawk Box is a great way to make sure they have a variety of toys! Birds need a lot of stimulation to thrive, and it’s Squawk Box’s mission to make it easy for people to keep their birds happy, healthy, and excitedly figuring out new toys and puzzles.
For every box ordered, a percentage goes toward supporting parrot rescues with the food, toys, and other supplies they need to take care of the birds.
4. Happy Bunny Club
We weren’t about to leave out the bunnies! If you want to spoil your rabbit rotten with fresh toys, this box is a great way to keep them hopping along happily. Bonus: all the toys are packaged in a cardboard box that’s decorated with non-toxic paint, so your rabbit can chew through the box.
Each month, they share their “charity of the month” with subscribers and donate to help take care of other rabbits who haven’t gotten their own human yet.
5. Dapper Dog Box
If your pup has a flair for fashion, you could try keeping their style fresh with the Dapper Dog Box! In addition to treats and toys – because what dog doesn’t love those – each box includes a trendy bandana they can wear! Previous bandana designs include plaid for fall, a summery ice cream cone pattern for summer, and even birthday bandanas to help celebrate a pup’s special day.
6. RatPak
This subscription box is all about keeping your rat or guinea pig happily chewing away on things they’re supposed to chew on. They have a couple of different sizes for rats depending on the size of your pack, as well as an option for guinea pigs.
7. Rescue Box
Spoil your pet while doing good! This subscription box has options for dogs and cats, and each box brings a fresh supply of toys and treats. They’re also customizable based on your pet’s size. For each monthly box you order from Rescue Box, 5 pounds of food and 2 vaccinations will be donated to help support shelter pets until they find their fur-ever home.
If you’ve started falling into a rut with your pet’s toys and treats, one of these subscription boxes could be the perfect opportunity to mix things up and bring something new to playtime! If you do get one of these boxes, share a pic with us over on Instagram and tag us for a chance to be featured in our stories.
