The 25 most popular things pet owners love from Chewy.com

The 25 most popular things pet owners love from Chewy.com (Photo: American Journey / Dr. Elsey's)

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We all love our pets, but boy they can be expensive. Between trips to the vet, plenty of toys, and countless purchases of food and treats, things can really add up. But they deserve the best, no matter the cost—right?

Enter Chewy.com: an online destination filled with thousands of popular pet products from brands like Blue Buffalo, Natural Balance, Tidy Cats, and more at great prices and with bulk options. Think a fusion of Amazon and Costco, but for pets only.

Chewy can also save pet parents even more when ordering food with their Autoship service. You simply pick your products and set your schedule, and you'll save an extra 5 percent with the option to cancel at any time. If you know you’re going to be getting this stuff anyway, you might as well save. Plus, it’s less work for you to not have to remember to order new pet food each month.

Pet owner can also order certain medications and prescription food from Chewy—and sometimes it’s actually cheaper than ordering directly from your vet. But you will need to give your pet and vet information to verify the prescription before it ships.

We reached out to the folks at Chewy and they gave us some insight on what pet parents keep buying over and over again. Here are the 25 most popular items that pet owners get from Chewy.

Editor’s note: Some of the best-sellers are medications, but you should always check with your vet before buying medications, prescription or otherwise, anywhere online.

1. The most popular grain-free dog food on the site

With ingredient like buffalo and bison, this is the best-selling dog food at Chewy.com (Photo: Taste of the Wild)

Reviews: 2,813

Average rating: 4.7 stars

When feeding your precious pooch, you’re going to want to make sure they have the best, most wholesome ingredients. Taste of the Wild High Prairie Dog Food is grain-free and lists buffalo as its first ingredient (yum!) as opposed to some filler ingredient like corn or a grain. With more than 2,800 reviews, it’s the most highly reviewed dog food on the site. Even better, reviewers said they've noticed improvements in the solidity of their dogs’ stool and shinier coats after switching to this food.

Get the Taste of the Wild High Prairie Grain-Free Dry Dog Food, 30-lb bag for

$52.49

2. A tablet for itching and inflammation

Itchy dogs may be prescribed this medication. (Photo: Apoquel)

Reviews: 339

Average rating: 4.9 stars

Apoquel is an oral tablet recommended by vets for reducing itching and inflammation, and you can order it through Chewy.com. Reviewers say that it has helped their pooches stop itching and scratching and reduced the symptoms of dermatitis and other skin issues, without the use of steroids. This is a prescription drug, so talk to your vet about where and how to fill the prescription before ordering online.

Get the Apoquel Tablets for Dogs, 16-mg, 1 tablet for $1.69

3. Dry dog food that “tastes like chicken”

LifeSource Bits add antioxidant-rich ingredients to this dog food. (Photo: Blue Buffalo)

Reviews: 1,692

Average rating: 4.8 stars

The Blue Buffalo Life Protection Formula not only contains ingredients like real meat, whole grains, and garden veggies and fruit, but it also has “LifeSource Bits,” which are nutritional bites made with antioxidant-rich ingredients. It claims to not contain any filler ingredients like corn, wheat, soy, or chicken by-product meals. Reviewers say that even the pickiest pooches wolf down this dry food, but some are a bit upset by the high price point.

Get the Blue Buffalo Adult Chicken & Brown Rice Recipe Dry Dog Food, 30-lb bag for $48.99

4. A collar to prevent fleas and ticks

Skip monthly flea treatments with an easy-to-use collar. (Photo: Seresto)

Reviews: 3,326

Average rating: 4.5 stars

Fleas and ticks are terrible, and so is remembering to apply preventative treatments against these pests. That’s why Chewy shoppers go for this prevention collar from Seresto. It offers eight months of water-resistant flea and tick repellent that reviewers claim fights off even the toughest flea infestations. Don’t forget to consult your vet before giving your pup any kind of flea or tick treatment.

Get the Seresto 8 Month Flea & Tick Prevention Collar for Large Dogs for $57.99

5. Wet dog food for those with tummy troubles

This food may be easier for dogs to digest. (Photo: Royal Canin)

Reviews: 1,051

Average rating: 4.9 stars

Even our furry friends have sensitive stomachs sometimes. This wet food is designed for dogs that have trouble digesting fat. It contains ingredients, like fish oil, that have omega-3 fatty acids to soothe the gastrointestinal tract. Reviewers say that it’s helped their dogs with upset stomachs and that it’s cheaper to buy from Chewy than directly from a vet. Keep in mind this formula requires a prescription, so consult your vet before you buy.

Get Royal Canin Veterinary Diet Gastrointestinal Low Fat LF Canned Dog Food, 13.6-oz can, case of 24 for $76.80

6. Grain-free dog food with fishy flavor

Wholesome ingredients like salmon, sweet potatoes, and chickpeas are listed first in this dog food. (Photo: American Journey)

Reviews: 1,794

Average rating: 4.7 stars

This dog food by American Journey is loaded with wholesome ingredients like salmon, sweet potatoes, and chickpeas. Only the best for your pooches, right? The company claims the food is grain-free and filled with omega fatty acids that will keep your pup’s skin and coat healthy. According to reviewers, you can actually smell the salmon when opening the bag, and their pets had no problem digesting this food, though some say their dogs grew tired of it after the first bag.

Get the American Journey Salmon & Sweet Potato Recipe Grain-Free Dry Dog Food, 24-lb bag for $39.99

7. Tablets for a healthy heart

Some vets may prescribe this medication to treat heartworms. (Photo: Heartgard)

Reviews: 166

Average rating: 4.9 stars

It’s important to bring your pup to the veterinarian for annual checkups, and to test for things like heartworm. If, unfortunately, your dog does have the worm, your vet may prescribe something like Heartgard to remove it. It may be cheaper to purchase this prescription medication through Chewy, but talk to your vet about the best options for your dog before you decide where to buy.

Get the Heartgard Plus Chewable Tablets for Dogs, 51-100 lbs, 6 treatments for $37.90

8. Cat litter that won’t smell

This is the best-selling cat litter at Chewy.com. (Photo: Tidy Cats)

Reviews: 1,333

Average rating: 4.4 stars

The only thing worse than cleaning your litter box is having to smell your litter box. Tidy Cats claims this litter is a natural clay product that deodorizes and creates strong clumps for easy scooping. Cat lovers say they find themselves cleaning the litter box because it masks odor so well, but warn the litter will still be tracked through your home. For just $15, you can get a huge 35-lb. pail of this stuff delivered right to your door, which means less heavy lifting too.

Get the Tidy Cats Scoop Instant Action Immediate Odor Control Cat Litter, 35-lb pail for $14.64

9. A crate big enough to hold a Mastiff

A crate big enough to fit pups of all sizes. (Photo: Frisco)

Reviews: 1,626

Average rating: 4.8 stars

An energetic dog needs a place where they can be locked up and kept out of trouble for a little while. At 54 inches, this crate from Frisco is big enough to fit the largest bundles of energy or give a smaller pup room to play. It has two large doors with three latches on each to prevent any escape artists from wrangling their way out. Reviewers say it’s a little heavy and a pain to put together, but it is massive. Though it may be tricky, try to measure your pooch beforehand to assure they’ll actually fit in the crate.

Get the Frisco XX-Large Heavy Duty Double Door Dog Crate, 54-in for $99.99

10. Dry food for kitties with bladder problems

This prescription cat food is for kitties with bladder issues. (Photo: Royal Canin)

Reviews: 1,477

Average rating: 4.8 stars

Cats with urinary tract and bladder issues may need special food to help keep everything in check. This cat food from Royal Canin claims to dilute excess minerals that can cause crystals and stones to help your cat pee a little more. Reviewers say it’s helped their cats with UTIs and that they actually enjoy eating it too. This cat food does require a vet prescription, so talk to your vet about your options before you buy.

Get the Royal Canin Veterinary Diet Urinary SO Dry Cat Food, 17.6-lb bag for $71.24

11. Dry dog food to soothe a sensitive stomach

Dogs with digestion issues may be prescribed this dog food. (Photo: Royal Canin)

Reviews: 1,104

Average rating: 4.9 stars

Like their wet dog food, Royal Canin's dry dog food for pooches with digestive issues is quite popular. Dogs who have problems digesting fat can eat easy with a blend of digestible proteins and fiber. Reviewers said that their dogs’ bowel movements improved in as little as a week after switching to this food. But to get this formula, you do need a prescription from your vet.

Get the Royal Canin Veterinary Diet Gastrointestinal Low Fat LF Dry Dog Food, 28.6-lb bag for $85.49

12. A grain-free dog food with a “taste of the wild”

Give your dogs the flavor of the hunt in a dog bowl. (Photo: Taste of the Wild)

Reviews: 2,212

Average rating: 4.8 stars

Can you picture your pooch diving into a rushing stream, hunting fish alongside a brown bear? Probably not. But as the picture on Taste of the Wild’s food depicts, they can get the same flavors of the hunt in their bowl. This grain-free dry dog food lists real smoked salmon as its first ingredient, which reviewers say their pups eat up. It also contains a fair amount of probiotics that may be good for those with sensitive stomachs.

Get the Taste of the Wild Pacific Stream Grain-Free Dry Dog Food, 30-lb bag for $52.49

13. Dry dog food for those with food sensitivities

Food allergies happen to dogs, too. (Photo: Royal Canin)

Reviews: 691

Average rating: 4.8 stars

Like your friend who claims they’re allergic to gluten, pooches have food sensitivities too. Dogs with particularly sensitive stomachs are going to need special food like this one from Royal Canin. It contains hydrolyzed proteins, which can be absorbed in the digestive tract without triggering an immune reaction. Reviewers claim this food has helped their dogs with problems like IBD and food sensitivities eat again. Reminder: You’ll need a prescription from your vet to purchase this food.

Get the Royal Canin Veterinary Diet Hydrolyzed Protein Adult HP Dry Dog Food, 25.3-lb bag for $95.29

14. Dry food formulated to taste like the wild

Give your pooch the flavors of the wild. (Photo: Blue Buffalo)

Reviews: 1,063

Average rating: 4.8 stars

This dog food from Blue Buffalo wants you to treat your dog like it’s a member of the pack. Apparently, it formulated to be like the diet of “ancestral wolves,” containing a ton of protein, some carbohydrates, and antioxidant-rich fruit. If that’s your thing, reviewers have said that their pooches gobble this food up, and they’ve noticed an improvement in their pets’ stool, too.

Get the Blue Buffalo Wilderness Chicken Recipe Grain-Free Dry Dog Food, 24-lb bag for $52.99

15. Dry food for dogs with itchy skin

With ingredients like salmon and oatmeal, this food is ideal for sensitive stomachs. (Photo: Purina)

Reviews: 928

Average rating: 4.6 stars

With ingredients like salmon for lean protein, oatmeal that’s easy digestible, and fish oil filled with omega-3s, the Purina Pro Plan dry dog food is ideal for pups with sensitive skin and stomachs. Reviewers say that they noticed decreased scratching and better stool in their dogs after switching to this food, though some picky pooches didn’t take to the formula.

Get the Purina Pro Plan Focus Adult Sensitive Skin & Stomach Salmon & Rice Formula Dry Dog Food, 30-lb bag for $47.98

16. A tablet that kills fleas and ticks

You'll need a prescription to get this flea and tick medication (Photo: NexGard)

Reviews: 102

Average rating: 4.7 stars

For a monthly flea and tick prevention, some vets may prescribe an oral tablet like this one from NexGard. Apparently, it kills fleas before they lay eggs to prevent infestations. Plus, it tastes like beef, and what dog wouldn’t be willing to eat that? According to reviewers, they haven’t had a flea issue after using it and their pooches think it’s a treat. Not sure if this is right for your pet? Call your vet.

Get the NexGard Chewable Tablets for Dogs, 24.1-60 lbs, 6 treatments for $88.50

17. Potty pads for tinkling pups

Potty training just got a little less messy. (Photo: Frisco)

Reviews: 2,595

Average rating: 4.6 stars

Training a puppy is hard. Like really hard. They chew on everything, find sneaky hiding places, and pee everywhere. To stop them from marking their territory all over the house, you may want to place a few potty pads around the house. These ones from Frisco have “a dog attractant” in them as well as five layers of protection and a leak-proof plastic lining. Reviewers say they don’t leak, but might tear if the dog steps on the wet spot.

Get the Frisco Training & Potty Pads, 22-in x 23-in, 150 count for $26.99

18. A medication to protect your cat from critters

This topical medication protects against heartworms, fleas, and more. (Photo: Revolution)

Reviews: 160

Average rating: 4.7 stars

Revolution typically protects against heartworms and fleas in cats, but it may also be used for treating ear mites, roundworms, and hookworms. Even though some owners noticed dead fleas shortly after application, some did find some irritation on cats with sensitive skin. Friendly reminder that you do need a prescription from your vet to get this product as it does have side effects like salivation and intermittent vomiting.

Get the Revolution Topical Solution for Cats, 5.1-15 lbs, 6 treatments for $87.99

19. Dog treats that clean teeth

The edible toothbrush for dogs. (Photo: Greenies)

Reviews: 1,425

Average rating: 4.8 stars

Have you ever tried to brush your dog’s teeth? Well, it’s not easy. It’s much simpler to give them toothbrush-shaped dog treats like Greenies. Their unique shape helps remove disease-causing plaque and tartar, while also refreshing that horrible dog breath (no offense, pups). They’re also made with natural ingredients that are easy to digest. According to reviews, owners love that Greenies improve their dogs' teeth and dogs love that they get a daily treat.

Get the Greenies Regular Dental Dog Treats, 36 count for $33.99

20. Supplements for stronger joints

Support your dog's healthy joints with this chewable supplement (Photo: Nutramax)

Reviews: 729

Average rating: 4.8 stars

As man’s best friends get older, sometimes their joints need a little help to stay strong and healthy. That’s why some vets may recommend a supplement like this one from Nutramax, which claims to block enzymes that break down cartilage in joints and helps to repair it. Reviewers say they’ve notice better flexibility and activity after giving these chews to their older dogs, but some may require a slather of peanut butter to take it. As always, consult your vet before giving your dog any new treatment, even if it doesn’t require a prescription to order.

Get the Nutramax Dasuquin with MSM Soft Chews Joint Health Large Dog Supplement, 150 count for $79.99

21. Teeth cleaning treats for tiny pups

Tiny pups need good dental health, too. (Photo: Greenies)

Reviews: 1,982

Average rating: 4.9 stars

Puppies need good dental hygiene, too. Just like the regular Greenies Dental Treats, these "teenie" treats are formulated to remove plaque and freshen breath—they’re just the perfect size for puppies and small dogs. Reviewers have noticed cleaner teeth after giving them to dogs as little at 4 pounds. Talk about teenie!

Get the Greenies Teenie Dental Dog Treats, 130 count for $33.99

22. A smaller dosage of flea and tick prevention

A smaller dosage of this popular heartworm medication. (Photo: NexGard)

Reviews: 102

Average rating: 4.7 stars

Chewy shoppers also frequently purchase a three-treatment pack of the NexGard flea and tick prevention tablets. It’s a slightly better deal to get the six tablet pack we mentioned earlier, but if your pooch only needs three doses, this is the way to go. Reminder: you do need to get a prescription from your vet before ordering this product.

Get the NexGard Chewable Tablets for Dogs, 24.1-60 lbs, 3 treatments for $46.10

23. Cat litter that won’t stick to the litter box

This cat litter "slides" right out of the box. (Photo: Arm & Hammer)

Reviews: 1,611

Average rating: 4.4 stars

Cleaning the litter box is so annoying that you may find yourself tossing its entire contents instead of just scooping out the clumps. The only issue is you then have to scrub the residue that's stuck to the box. But this litter from Arm & Hammer claims to slide right out of the box and creates rock-hard clumps that are easy to scoop. Reviewers agree that it makes cleaning the litter box easier, but some complain that it’s fragranced and a bit on the expensive side.

Get the Arm & Hammer Litter Multi Cat Slide Easy Clean-Up Clumping Cat Litter, 28-lb for $16.89

24. A dust-free cat litter that masks all smells

This cat little traps odors without fragrance. (Photo: Dr. Elsey's)

Reviews: 3,234

Average rating: 4.3 stars

Cat droppings can smell pretty bad, but sometimes fragranced cat litter can smell worse. This litter from Dr. Elsey's claims to prevents moisture from reaching the bottom of the tray while still preventing odor without the use of unnatural fragrances. Reviewers love that it clumps well and they feel better about using a more natural product in their litter box. However, some warn it does not work with automatic litter boxes.

Get the Dr. Elsey's Precious Cat Ultra Clumping Cat Litter, 40-lb bag for $18.49

25. Tablets that prevent fleas and ticks for larger dogs

A heartworm treatment for larger dogs. (Photo: NexGard)

Reviews: 104

Average rating: 4.7 stars

This six-pack treatment of NexGard is designed to prevent fleas and ticks in larger dogs up to 121 pounds (the other six-pack in this list is for smaller dogs). It works the same as the NexGard formulas mentioned earlier and requires a vet prescription to purchase it as well. Reviewers also claim this tablet is much easier to use than any topical flea and tick treatment.

Get the NexGard Chewable Tablets for Dogs, 60.1-121 lbs, 6 treatments for $98.80

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