Aldi’s pet essentials range has everything you need to spoil your cat and dog

We’re a nation that loves its pets and one of the upshots of lockdown is that more of us than ever have welcomed four-legged friends into our homes.

A month after lockdown was announced on March 23, the Dogs Trust revealed that online searches for 'buy a puppy' spiked by 120 per cent. Similarly there as a 130+ per cent increase for ‘adopt a puppy’ searches according to Propellernet.

If you’re one of the many households to welcome a new arrival into their forever home, you may be looking for ways to treat your cat or dog now that lockdown measures have lifted.

If you are, make a beeline for Aldi. The budget supermarket has everything from doggy pools to breezy outdoor pets to spoil them rotten this summer.

The Pet Essential range is available in Aldi stores (find your nearest store here) from August 20 but you can pre-order online from August 16 while stocks last.

Here are some of the pieces we’ve got our eyes on:

Cooling Pet Bed

Once walkies are done, help your four-legged friend cool down in the garden or balcony with this pet bed. It’s far more comfy than a mat and allows air to flow to get them cooler quicker.

£13.99

Pet Pool

If you feel things are unbearable during a heatwave, just imagine what your pets are going through. Help them cool off with this pool designed especially for them. Position is under a shady spot to create a cooling spot for your pup.

£22.99

Automatic Ball Launcher

Getting a sore arm from hurling balls during your walks? Give yourself a break and let Aldi’s Automatic Ball Launcher do the hard work for you. The handy gadget makes games of fetch a breeze, projecting to 3, 6 and 9 metres.

£29.99 – online only

Pop-Up Play Pen

If you’ve got a camping trip or day at the beach planned, this is the perfect way to keep Rover safe when it’s time for a nap. The pop-up design offers just the right amount of light, shade and ventilation to keep pets out of harm’s way and comes complete with mesh door zips so they can get in and out with ease.

£22.99

Cat Hideaway

Cats can be solitary creatures so let them enjoy their alone time with Aldi’s Cat Hideaway. It’s made from a soft and comfortable plush that will keep cats cosy, curious and relaxed.

£19.99

Pet Stairs

If you’ve got a puppy, kitten or just a pet with short legs, the Pet Stairs will give them a little boost - up and down larger steps or simply onto the sofa for cuddles with you.

£12.99

Roll Down Pet Bed

Designed for use on the floor, chairs or sofas the front flap of the Roll Down Pet Bed can be rolled out for more space for pets and added protection against furnishings - making it perfect for house-proud owners. It comes in a variety of sizes, patterns and colours.

£8.99 - £21.99 online only

Cat Beds

Help your feline feel fine with a brand new cat bed that, thanks to ALdi’s prices, won’t break the bank. These unique beds are lined with a comfy cushion and come in a bright and yellow pineapple, a red strawberry or an elegant grey.

£8.99

Plush Fruits Dog Toys

Playtime doesn’t get more fun than with these soft, fruit-themed toys: take your pick from melon, banana, pineapple, lemon and strawberry. Perfect fun for summer time.

£3.99

If that doesn't put a wag in their tail and a purr on their whiskers, we don't know what will!

Find your nearest Aldi store here