Just in time for spring, the ultra-mod Modkat litter box is now available in a beautiful soft pink! For all the girly Moderncats…
Continue reading...1. April 2012
I first introduced The Bloq from Dutch company Binq Design in January, and everyone loved the multi-functionality of this side-table with a built-in cat bed below. Binq has just released two new versions of The Bloq and they’re offering winner’s choice for our April monthly giveaway! The Bloq now comes in two styles that are perfect [...]
Continue reading...31. March 2012
Affordable, good looking sisal scratchers! What? I saw these scratchers last fall at the SuperZoo Expo, and I was very excited. The folks at Hagen really do know how to design something that fills a gap in the market. Their new modern sisal cat scratchers are now available from Amazon for less than $20. Yes! That’s right! There are [...]
Continue reading...30. March 2012
Brawny Cat just released a brand new line of quality cat furniture that you are going to love. It’s the new Comfy Collection, featuring handcrafted, solid walnut frames topped with a sisal mat and two comfy bolsters. The collection includes two lounges that sit on the floor and the loft, which can hang anywhere on a [...]
Continue reading...27. March 2012
I’m very excited about this new cat scratcher from Hepper, not just because it’s beautiful, but it’s versatile, too! The new Itch scratcher is designed to provide kitty with a very sturdy scratching surface in one of two positions. Angle the curved arc up for 21″ of vertical stretch, or down for 15″ of height and [...]
Continue reading...25. March 2012
Here’s a new sleek and stylish way to conceal the litter box while adding a designer element to your home. It’s the Catteux litter box cabinet by London-based Elips Design. This large cabinet provides a spacious section for the litter box with a side entrance and a storage compartment. Choose from black or white exterior [...]
Continue reading...24. March 2012
Is your home bi-petual? We first heard this term on 20/20 a couple of weeks ago in an interview with Jackson Galaxy. According to Jackson, ”We have to stop this ridiculousness of classifying ourselves. I’m a cat guy, I’m a dog guy. I’m ‘bi-petual.’” Well, here at Moderncat, we normally focus only on the feline, but [...]
Continue reading...23. March 2012
New from Moderncat Studio, these one-of-a-kind Moroccan-inspired cat beds are sure to be a hit with your Bohemian kitty. Each Purrocco is handcrafted using 100% upcycled materials including felted wool sweaters, denim jeans, and recycled fabric. The sturdy foam insert creates slightly raised sides and a thick cushioned base, perfect for a snuggly catnap. Every [...]
Continue reading...22. March 2012
If anyone can be considered the grande dame of modern cat design, it would be Elizabeth Paige Smith. She did it first and, in my opinion, she still does it best. It’s been a while since I’ve checked in at the Kittypod website to see what’s new, and look what I found! First, she has [...]
Continue reading...17. March 2012
Modern cat products are springing up all around the world. The latest offering is from a new company called KittiCraft, located in South Africa. KittiCraft launched with an impressive line of perches, beds, and scratchers all made using CNC laser cut cardboard and MDF. To reduce shipping costs, most items ship flat-packed and are assembled by [...]
Continue reading...15. March 2012
Is your moderncat a little hippie? Then she’ll love these cute handmade catnip mice from Etsy seller Little Hippie Mama. They’re made with recyled jeans that are bleach tie-dyed, in true hippie fashion. Each one is stuffed with potent catnip and has a natural jute tail. The hippie mice come in two sizes, the larger [...]
Continue reading...14. March 2012
Here’s a perfect springtime giveaway from our friend Alicia over at The Cat Farm! It’s her new Cat Bowl Bed in a beautiful plum and cream bird and floral print. These handmade cat beds have soft sides and a layer of cushy quilt batting to create the perfect cozy spot for a nap. One lucky reader [...]
Continue reading...13. March 2012
You probably know that I’m a big fan of handmade cat toys, but that doesn’t mean I don’t check out the toy aisle every time I’m in a big retail store to see what’s new. I recently came across the Catnip Mouser from Petlinks System and I brought some home to test with the kids. [...]
Continue reading...9. March 2012
Cat Daddy Jackson Galaxy recently moved into a new bungalow outside Los Angeles and he asked me to help “catify” the place with a little Moderncat style. He lives with his three cats, Velouria, Chips, and Caroline, and his little dog, Rudy. Jackson spends his days working with clients, helping them to see the world from a [...]
Continue reading...6. March 2012
Looking for a special cat bed that matches your ultra-mod decor? Then check out this line of luxury pet furniture from LazyBonezz. Solid wood with a high gloss finish and stainless steel accents give these pieces a very contemporary look, and thick, comfy cushions with washable microfiber covers are guaranteed to attract kitty for an [...]
Continue reading...5. March 2012
There was quite a commotion yesterday when I posted the PetFusion Cat Scratcher Lounge and it sold out almost immediately. Apparently, this is a popular item! It looks like it’s back in stock, at least for now. Still listed with the sale price of $54.95 on Amazon. Go get ‘em!
Continue reading...4. March 2012
Kitty will love this special piece of furniture made just for her. It’s the PetFusion Cat Scratcher Lounge made of sturdy corrugated cardboard in a curvy modern shape. It’s the perfect place to lounge and scratch, plus you won’t have to hide it when guests come over. Normally $99.95, on sale now for just $54.95 at [...]
Continue reading...2. March 2012
Someone pick me up off the floor, I’m completely blown away by these exquisite new cat trees from German design firm Wohnblock! Now this is Moderncat design! From what I can surmise via Google Translate, Wohnblock was created by designer Oliver Kriege with the intention of synthesizing function and aesthetics to make both cats and [...]
Continue reading...1. March 2012
This month’s giveaway is for a set of the brand new Wall-mounted Scratch Towers from Moderncat Studio. These stylish cardboard scratchers mount on the wall at any height to accommodate cats of all sizes. The scratchers are made with the same high-quality cardboard as the original freestanding Scratch Tower from Moderncat Studio. The cardboard pieces are [...]
Continue reading...27. February 2012
Here’s a really unique design for a pet bed. It’s from Etsy seller SassMuffins. These beds are made with removable side pillows, making them very easy to wash. You can also remove the pillows to fold the bed flat for easy portability. The bed comes with a drawstring bag for travel or storage. Each bed [...]
Continue reading...25. February 2012
One of the most exquisite pieces of mid-century modern inspired cat furniture, the Canopy Lounge, is available right now at a deep discount on the daily design deal site Fab.com. This beautiful piece of handcrafted cat furniture is normally $790, but you can get it for a limited time for $592. That’s still a chunk [...]
Continue reading...24. February 2012
Modernist Cat just added a new line of beautiful raised feeders to their collection. These are absolutely perfect for a home with a mid-century modern aesthetic. The feeders are made of hardwood veneer Euro ply with several finish options. Choose from walnut and maple wood grain laminates, or charcoal, mustard, orange, white, pear green or [...]
Continue reading...20. February 2012
Here’s a stylish little cat hideaway from Bowsers. It’s the Cat Loft, made with faux leather for an urban chic (and cruelty-free) look. The cushions on top and inside have zippered microvelvet covers. Perfect for a modern loft or other contemporary interior, and I’m sure the kitties would love to perch on top or nest inside. [...]
Continue reading...17. February 2012
Moderncat reader Melissa just emailed me about these awesome new modern pet lounges from pet supply company Hagen. There are two styles, both have a hard shell that’s raised slightly off the floor with a soft cushion nested inside. Melissa says her elderly tortie absolutely loves hers. Apparently they are available at select Target stores, [...]
Continue reading...16. February 2012
If you’ve been looking for a modern feeding mat to catch kitty’s spills, then this fish shaped cat mat by Chilewich may be just the thing for you. Made of Chilewich’s signature woven vinyl, the mat is durable, easy to clean, and comes in a variety of mod colors. $35 at allmodern.com.
3. April 2012
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