The First Annual Cosmo Pet Awards

“This luxe piece screams, ‘I have more Instagram followers than you do even tho I’m literally a dog.’”
—Carina Hsieh, senior sex and relationships editor

“My lil pug couldn’t walk one block in this without getting a compliment. And it’s reversible bc OF COURSE.”
—Madeleine Frank Reeves, articles director

“Honestly, this is nicer than my raincoat, so that’s…kind of unfair, but it tracks. It keeps dogs super dry, which means no post-walk towel-off struggles.” —MR

“This makes your pup even more scrumptious, whether they’re salted or unsalted.”
—Mia Lardiere, emerging platforms director

“I wish I were a dog so I could wear a Crew LaLa collar. From the fabric selection to the stitching, they are top-notch, quality doggerino accessorinos.” —ML

“If you’ve got a wiggly floof who scowls when you even say ‘collar,’ this lightweight, barely-touches-the-fur pick is for you.” —Alexandra Whittaker, news and pop culture director

“This is legit toasty. It’s perfect for when it’s so cold that neither of us wants to go outside.” —MR

“These tags are party in the front and business in the back (like, all the important info).” —MR

“You might be thinking, Birds? For cats? Groundbreaking. But this one–loaded with catnip, natch–will truly drive them wild.” —Kara Miller, designer

“My dogs have gone through three of these, and it still delights them every time they find the bonus toy inside.”
—CH 

“Our terrier mix loved this. She could eat four kibbles at a time AND make a mess AND have the whole family cheer for her.” —ML 

“Squeaky toys are cute; too-squeaky toys are an act of war. This comes in peace.” —Jen Ortiz, deputy editor

“My kitten was obsessed with how this lights up and shoots out a colorful feather bouquet, whack-a-mole style.” —AW

“This bone is like a remote-control car for your dogs and keeps your fingers slobber-free.” —CH

“When my family’s dog really loves a toy, she immediately tosses it to herself in the air like a color guard dancer. This one was perfectly aerodynamic, if you ask her.” —ML

“The pandas at the Smithsonian National Zoo love their Jolly Balls, and so does my dog (albeit a smaller size). These toys were originally designed for horses, so you know they’re strong.” —CH

“They’re perfectly curved so that you never lose them under the couch and so your dog can get a grip on them and chew.” —CH

“Even our persnickety, not-interested-in-anything cat Xyla was into catching, trapping, chasing, and carrying one of these little toys around in her mouth!” —Mary Fama, art director

“My cats couldn’t get enough of the braided rope and the lil perch at the top, which is just the right height for getting head scratches from passersby.” —AW

“If you’ve got a cat who won’t stop eating your plants, this cat grass is your answer. The best part is you grow it yourself in an IG-worthy kitty mug.” —AW

“Every month, you get two toys, two bags of treats, and one chew. The quality of the toys is bonkers too. They have fun themes every month and somehow the people at Bark HQ are legit never phoning it in.” —CH

“The modern design (1) is easy to clean, (2) won’t tip, spill, or break, and (3) can be permanently left on display because it’s basically art.”
—MF

“My flat-faced bb tends to knock bowls around while she eats. This grips to the ground and keeps ’em firmly in place.” —MR

“I never thought I’d be that person going on for hours about how switching up her dog’s food (to this farm-raised chicken variety) changed her life, but here we are.” —MR

“My cat Walter literally stages a revolt and meows incessantly if I dare swap in anything else.” —Lauren Balsamo, deputy beauty director

“These last exactly long enough to distract your dog from jumping all over guests.” —MR 

“My husband and I have to ration these because our cats just beg and beg. And they really work from a dental perspective: no stinky breath!” —Maxwell Losgar, entertainment director

“I’ve never heard my dog sound more like a baby pig than when she was nose-deep in this cute little cup.”
—Abbey Adkison, supervising producer, video

“Onion rings are one of life’s simple pleasures—the crunch, the salt, the euphoria. Think of these as a sort of turkey-flavored doggo onion ring.”
—ML

“This picks up all the dog hair, lint, and random fuzzies from ripped-open toys that come with pet ownership.” —CH

“This litter is basically a mood ring for your cat’s health: The color-changing crystals actually help detect any potential health problem right away. Magic! ✨” —MF

“Having this on hand will make any pet owner feel better about accidents of any kind. It works.” —MR

“My dogs not only don’t run from this toothpaste, but they also actively wanna get their teeth brushed to taste it.”
—CH

“I think of these like dry shampoo for dogs—just a little something to keep them smelling fresh between washes.” —MR

“The dust is minimal, it clumps properly, and it smells like fresh clean laundry for daaays.” —MF

“This futuristic robo-box scoops poop and may or may not also be able to do my taxes. (Fine, it can’t, but I’m convinced it could learn by next April.)” —AW

“I don’t care if it’s weird to smell your dog’s head 64 times a day–after washing her with this, I simply *have* to.” —MR

“The laser lights up your floors so you can see every stray dog hair. It took me to a neurotic level of deep-cleaning I didn’t know I had in me.” —CH

“Say hello to cat furniture that will fit seamlessly with your aesthetic. If *I* got to sleep for 12 to 16 hours a day, I would want it to be in this cozy cave.” —MF

“It looks more like a fancy rug than a bed, and we love that for it. The memory foam is low profile but dense.” —CH

“Thoughtful details like hidden zippers (for zero floor scratchage) make this one worth the money. And yes, it’s high tech just like Casper’s human mattresses.” —CH

“This is my dog’s dream–she’s basically sleeping on my fuzziest teddy-bear coat.”
—AA

“Your cat will want to live in this. Luckily, it’s easy to throw in the wash.” —AW

“It works even if your dog is Goldilocks-level picky, plus it doubles as a cool side table.” —MR