Looking for the best Christmas presents for cats in the UK this year?
Prices checked on Amazon UK, 5 October 2026.
Looking for the best Christmas presents for cats in the UK this year? This guide is about gifts for the cat itself: things to climb, scratch, chase, kick and curl up on over the winter. We chose a mix of play and comfort, from a catnip kicker toy and a ball track for indoor cats to a cardboard scratcher, a collapsible tunnel, a window perch and a self-warming pad that needs no plug. Our overall pick is a 112 cm cat tree with a hammock, perches and a cave.
Every product here showed a live Amazon UK buy-box in pounds on the day we published, and each card links to the live listing so you can check today's price. Prices and stock change quickly in the run-up to Christmas. For a daily treat in December, see our guide to the best cat advent calendars, and if your cat is a fussy drinker, our cat water fountain guide covers that too.
Our picks
Feandrea 112 cm Plush Cat Tree Tower
Feandrea 112 cm Plush Cat Tree Tower
£29.99
Best overall
KONG Holiday Kickeroo Catnip Kicker Toy
KONG Holiday Kickeroo Catnip Kicker Toy
£7.24
Best budget
Catit Senses 2.0 Play Circuit Ball Track Toy
Catit Senses 2.0 Play Circuit Ball Track Toy
£10.69
Best for families
How we pick
We shortlist products sold on Amazon UK using capacity, features, customer ratings and price band. We do not lab-test every model unless a page says so. The Amazon page is the live price. How we recommend.
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The products
Buying advice
How we chose these Christmas presents for cats
We looked for presents a cat will actually use after the wrapping paper has gone, covering the things most cats like to do: climb, scratch, hunt, hide and sleep somewhere warm. Every pick had a live Amazon UK buy-box in pounds with UK delivery on 5 October 2026. We did not test these products ourselves; the details below come from each Amazon UK listing. We spread the picks from under £10 to about £30 and avoided products already used in our other cat guides.
Overall pick: Feandrea 112 cm Plush Cat Tree
The Feandrea cat tree (B0BSFFPZBK) is 112 cm tall and, according to the listing, has two perches, a cave and a plush hammock, with four sisal-wrapped scratching posts. The listing says it comes with an anti-tip kit, has a maximum load of 40 kg, and includes the Allen key and screws for assembly. We checked the Beige, size M (45 x 35 x 112 cm) version, which was £29.99 at publish. It gives an indoor cat somewhere to climb, scratch and nap in one place.
Budget pick: KONG Holiday Kickeroo Catnip Toy
The KONG Holiday Kickeroo (B0CN1LTVLW) is a Christmas-themed kicker toy filled with North American catnip. The listing says it is designed to mimic the sounds and feel of prey, so cats can grab it and kick it with their back legs. Amazon UK buy-box at publish: £7.24. It is an easy stocking filler for the cat.
Best for families: Catit Senses 2.0 Play Circuit
The Catit Senses 2.0 Play Circuit (B00D3NI5YO) is a ball track toy with a peek-a-boo cover. The listing says the track is 25 cm longer than the original, can be set up in different layouts, and is closed so the ball does not roll under furniture. It is BPA-free. Amazon UK buy-box at publish: £10.69. It is a toy a cat can play with alone, and children can join in.
Other Christmas presents for cats
Zakkart Metal Cat Window Perch with Bed (B08SQX65CN): an iron-framed window perch supported from below. The listing says it holds up to 18 kg, includes a machine-washable sherpa bed and needs no tools to fit. £26.99 at publish (White). Check your window sill and frame before buying.
Aibuddy Curved Cardboard Scratcher Lounge (B08GKJ5ZZT): a reversible 44 x 25 x 7 cm scratcher made from recycled corrugated cardboard with non-toxic glue, and the listing says organic catnip is included. £11.99 at publish.
Andiker Collapsible S-Shape Cat Tunnel (B08FWWMGT3): an S-shaped tunnel with a peephole, side holes, crinkle paper and a built-in ball toy. It has a sprung steel frame that folds flat and is held with an elastic band. £10.99 at publish (Brown).
K&H Self-Warming Thermal Cat Pad (B07PLFCQYF): a reversible 53 x 43 cm pad that, according to the listing, needs no electricity. £10.10 at publish (Oatmeal/Chocolate). The listing notes it is an international product, so check the delivery details at checkout.
What to look for in a Christmas present for a cat
Think about what your cat already enjoys. Climbers suit a cat tree or window perch, scratchers suit cardboard or sisal, and hunters suit kicker toys, tunnels and ball tracks. For a tree or perch, check the stated maximum load and footprint against your cat and your room. Cats can be wary of new things, so leave a new toy or tunnel out for a few days. For catnip toys, bear in mind that not every cat reacts to catnip.
A note on prices
Prices on this page are the Amazon UK buy-box prices we saw on 5 October 2026. Amazon prices often change in the weeks before Christmas, so use the button on each card to see the current price.
Frequently asked questions
What to get a cat for Christmas?
Pick something that matches what your cat likes to do. Climbers enjoy a cat tree or window perch, hunters enjoy a catnip kicker or ball track, and cats that like to sleep somewhere warm may enjoy a self-warming pad.
What do cats want for Christmas?
Most cats want places to climb, scratch, hide and sleep, plus things to chase. A scratcher, a tunnel or an interactive toy covers those natural behaviours better than a novelty outfit.
What is a good gift for a cat?
A good gift for a cat is one it will use every day, such as a cardboard scratcher, a cat tree or a toy it can play with alone. Low-cost options like a catnip kicker toy also make easy stocking fillers.
Are cat trees worth it?
A cat tree can be worth it for indoor cats because it gives them somewhere to climb, scratch and rest. Check the height, base size and maximum load on the listing, and look for an anti-tip fixing if your cat is a jumper.
Is catnip safe for cats?
Catnip is generally considered safe for cats in small amounts. Eating a lot of it can upset some cats' stomachs, and not every cat reacts to catnip.
Are heated cat beds safe?
Self-warming beds and pads have no electrics; they reflect the cat's own body heat, so there is no cable or plug. If you buy an electric heated bed, choose one sold for the UK and follow the maker's instructions.
