These 30 dog products are really weird & interesting & they all have near-perfect Amazon reviews

“Weird and interesting,” just like your pup.

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By Christina Wood
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If you have a best friend with a tail, four feet, weird ears, and a lush fur coat, you know that your normal is not their thing. For you, spending a Saturday afternoon catching a tennis ball in your mouth would not be fun. For them, it’s the best. You would never roll in mud before napping on the couch. But that’s a good day for your bestie. So when you’re shopping for this friend, your criteria might be a bit strange. These 30 dog products are weird, interesting — and they all have near-perfect Amazon reviews.

01This collar that lights up for safety & style

Safety first, right? But style comes second. This LED dog collar covers both of those bases instantly. It lights up so your dog is visible in the dark from 1,000 feet away, giving cars plenty of time to sight and stop before your wayward canine gets hurt. It is USB rechargeable, waterproof, and adorable. It comes in four sizes and nine colors.

02A doorbell designed for dogs

Take the time to teach your dog to ring this smart bell and you won’t have to listen to barking, scratching, or whining when your dog needs to go out. Just peel and stick it to the wall near the door — inside or out — and teach them that ringing the bell is the way to go out — or come back in. It has three volume settings and an LED light.

03This pineapple for aggressive chewers

A bored dog is a destructive dog. So engaging chew toys are essential to your dog’s happiness and the safety of your shoes and couch. This pineapple dog chew toy will survive even the most aggressive chewer and, since you can stuff it with treats, will keep them focused on it for a good long time. Also, your pup will look cute eating a pineapple and, while they can’t really eat it, it will clean their teeth while they try.

04A poop scooper so you can keep your distance

Yes, you can love your dog and hate wrapping your hand around poo with only a thin plastic bag to protect you. This portable dog poo scooper clips to the leash so you will always have it. It comes with an integrated bag and scoops up the poo without getting your senses quite so intimately involved in the experience. Choose from four colors and two sizes.

05This waterproof blanket to keep your couch safe

Protect your couch from dog fur, chewing messes, and “I just rolled in something gross and need a nap!” moments by draping this waterproof dog blanket over your pooch’s favorite spot on the couch. It’s soft and cozy so they will feel spoiled. But it creates an impervious layer between dog and couch. Choose from eight colors and six sizes.

06A bowl with a maze to slow fast eaters

If your dog hoovers the kibble as if the end of days is imminent, this slow feeder maze dog bowl will be good for their digestive health. It makes finding the kibble a challenge so that eating is more fun and takes a bit longer, giving their poor stomach time to prepare for what’s coming at it. Choose the size that suits your dog and the color you like — there are two — to end the feeding frenzy.

07This stick that’s safe to chew

Why are some dogs obsessed with sticks? Yours is not to wonder why. Yours is to buy this wood chew toy so that stick obsession doesn’t lead to splinters in the gut. It looks like wood. And it tastes like wood. Because it is made with real wood, rendered safer and less splintery. Choose your wood flavor and the size that best suits your canine weirdo.

08A better way to bathe to the pup

Make bathing the dog so much easier by attaching this dog bath brush to either your hose or shower. It puts a gentle spray of water in the palm of your hand. Now you can brush the dog while also giving them a cleansing shower. The bristles make it easy to get water past those protective guard hairs and your dog will enjoy the experience.

09A harness that’s makes walks easier for both of you

Not only does this dog harness give your pup a sporty and stylish look, but it also makes it easier to walk them without pulling. Clip the leash to the front to train your dog to heal and stop pulling. Hook it to the back for gentle control that doesn’t put pressure on their trachea. And when your dog is running free — or in the water — a handle on the back lets you make a quick safety grab. It comes in nine styles and four sizes.

10These toys for a dog who loves to tug

While some of the rope toys in this set might resemble ones you’re familiar with, these cotton and nylon ropes are especially great for heavy chewers and are virtually indestructible. One fan says, “The loop handles are durable and a perfect grip for a rough game of tug-o-war and the rope is resistant to chewing, hold up well outside and if they get dirty or drooled on a bit… I just throw them in the laundry with some of my work jeans and they come out good as new.”

11A bed that calms your pup to sleep

No pup can resist the soft and relaxing vibe of this calming dog bed. It’s super plush and warm and sinking into it feels safe and makes sleep irresistible. “It’s very soft and fluffy and my dog instantly hopped in, got comfy, and went right to sleep,” reported one reviewer. It comes in lots of colors and sizes so you can choose one that’s perfect for your bestie and your decor.

12The pet-hair remover that works

Everyone who visits your home knows you have a pet, even if that pet is nowhere in sight, right? That dog fur all over the couch, carpet, and your pants is an instant telltale sign. Not if you own this pet hair remover. It takes only a few minutes to roll it back and forth to remove the pet fur. Why do over 116,000 people give it five stars? Because it is the solution. “TLDR: It's a game-changer, just buy it,” said one reviewer.

13A water bottle dogs know how to drink from

Some dogs are happy to sip from a water fountain or water bottle. Others look at that water source and give up on life. This dog water bowl is a lifesaver for those otherwise capable canines that cannot handle human drinking solutions. Fill the bowl, let the dog lap, and return the remaining water to the bottle. It locks so the water stays in the bottle till you push the button. It’s easy for both of you and comes in three colors and three sizes.

14This pet gate with a door for humans & cats

One way to put a stop to canine counter surfing, destruction, or trash diving is to make those rooms out of bounds with this walk-through pet gate. It’s wide enough to keep the stairway safe and uses only pressure mount to stay in place — so you don’t have to do permanent damage. An easy-to-open — if you have opposable thumbs — door makes walking through it a cinch for humans. There is even a cat door so you can filter which animals can go through it.

15A flight of stairs so small pets can reach the couch

There comes a time in every small canine life when jumping up onto the bed or couch is a painful endeavor, best avoided. This set of pet steps brings those areas within comfortable reach again. Set them against the couch or at the foot of the bed and give your best friend their mobility back. “Helps my old dog get on the couch,” said one reviewer. “He couldn't be more thankful.”

16This fur-grabbing brush that cleans itself

A good dog brush is not only pleasant for the dog but also removes a lot of dog fur in the process, keeping it from blanketing your clothes and furniture. This pet slicker brush is great at both of those two must-have features but goes one step further: Push a button to remove the dog fur easily and clean the brush. “This brush really gets a lot of the loose hair off our dogs,” said one reviewer. “Which means less on the floor! It's also easy to get the hair out of the brush without using your fingers.”

17This paw washer you can take anywhere

Often a dog’s idea of fun ends in very muddy paws. This portable dog paw washer will protect your car and home from the mud, filthy water, and whatever else that canine impulse control fails to avoid — before it gets all over your car and couch. Fill it with water and dip the paws in. The soft silicone bristles scrub the paw clean. It comes in eight colors and five sizes.

18The post-bath towel that get your dog dry fast

For some reason, dogs love to run — shaking water off as they go — after a bath. This can be devastating for the furniture so it’s essential to get a towel on that fur coat fast. Preferably this quick-drying towel with long microfiber fingers that absorb lots of water, fast. It dries fast, too, so it’s ready to use again — at the dog park, beach, or wherever else your canine goes to get wet.

19This collar so you can put an Airtag on your dog

If you have an iPhone, you may have considered using an AirTag to keep track of your pup. This pair of AirTag dog collar holders makes that work. Just snap the AirTag into the silicone holder and thread it onto your dog’s collar. “Dog ran after a deer and didn't come home immediately,” said one reviewer. “Tag helped us locate him quickly and gave us his exact location.”

20A dome window in the fence for curious canines

If your dog overreacts to whatever is on the other side of the fence, this dog window lets them see what’s happening. It’s like a sunroof for the fence and it stops the digging, jumping, and desperation to see what’s out there that dogs curious canines. It installs easily with a few screws. “She loves it!” said one reviewer. “Our neighbors tell her hi, and she gets to bark at her nemesis every time they go for a walk.”

21This licking mat that mounts to the inside of the crate

When your dog is stressed or bored, they will start to lick things because the licking action calms them. This is often how a dog develops hot spots — from licking themselves. Mount this crate licking mat to the interior of their crate to give them something more interesting to lick. Smear it with peanut butter or something tasty and they will lick it, calm down, and leave their paws alone.

22The dog feeder for the messy eater

Got a messy eater? This neater feeder will reign that right in. No matter how much splashing or slobbering your little canine companion indulges in, these bowls — dropped into an elevated housing with walls that surround them — will keep it contained. “My dog is the messiest eater EVER!” said one reviewer. “This thing is great and keeps his mess contained and the floors clean! Love it!”

23A translator so you can talk to your dog

Do you wish your dog would tell you what they want? Is it a treat? Some pets? To go outside? Are you hungry? Program all the likely scenarios into this pet communication station and let them tap the one that gets the right response. They come in colors dogs can see and stick to a mat that keeps all four buttons together.

24This mat so the food bowls don’t leave a mess

Create a dedicated place for the pet bowls and prevent them from traveling around the room or spilling by setting this pet food splash mat down in the feeding area. The raised edge keeps water or kibble from getting onto your floors. And you can use whatever dishes you like. Choose from five colors and four sizes.

25A slanted slow feeder for pups with flat faces

This tilted slow feeder dog bowl is perfect for dogs with short snouts. It elevates the food so they can get to it and slows down their eating without making the meal impossible to attain. Eating slower is good for a dog’s digestion and prevents choking and gulping. “Slowed my little dog down while eating,” said one reviewer. “She no longer throws up after gorging her food.”

26These vest patches that announce your dog is at work

When you are training your dog or working on behavior issues, being cute and pettable can be a huge distraction. Are you there to work with your animal or to chat with every person who wants free canine love? These vest patches deliver your message clearly without interruption. Choose the message you prefer — there are several to choose from — as well as the size and velcro them to your dog’s vest.

27A leash that frees your hands

When you want both hands free to carry your gear, sip your coffee, or gesticulate, this hands-free dog leash lets you do that. It works like a regular leash but when you want to go hands-free converts quickly to cross body so your dog is safe even while you can use your own hands. There are eight color options.

28This heated dog bowl because the pup can’t drink ice

Winter is coming! And with it comes the dreaded frozen water bowl. A dog cannot drink frozen water. But this thermal heated dog bowl will keep the ice away and the hydration accessible. “Keeps the water from freezing outside in the winter so my dog can always have water when she is outside,” said one reviewer. “She is part Husky so she loves it outside in the winter.”

29An interactive feeding puzzle for smart dogs

Turn mealtime into entertainment for your dog with this interactive dog puzzle. It hides plenty of kibble or wet food in the three layers. Your dog has to figure out how to get to it all, which keeps their mind engaged and slows down their food consumption. If “Level 2” is too hard for your dog, there are less challenging options, all of them are colorful and fun for pups.

30This toy you can stuff with treats

Fill this treat dispenser — the Paw Toppl — with something tasty when you are leaving the house so your dog has something fun to do while you are gone. The smell of the treats will keep them working to get at those morsels for a nice, long time. But it won’t be easy! So they might still be busy when you get home. There are five colors.