Cat Toys FAQs
What types of toys are safe for cats to play with?
There are many safe toy options for cats, including interactive toys, catnip toys, stuffed animals, balls, and wands. Avoid toys with small parts that can be easily swallowed or toys with loose strings that could become tangled around a cat's neck.
How often should I rotate my cat's toys?
Cats can quickly become bored with the same toys, so it's a good idea to rotate their toys every few weeks to keep them engaged and interested. This can also help to prevent destructive behaviour like scratching furniture or curtains.
What are some interactive toy options for cats?
Interactive toys, like puzzle feeders and treat dispensers, can stimulate cats mentally while satisfying their natural hunting instincts. Wand toys and laser pointers can also be great options for interactive playtime.
Are catnip toys safe for cats?
Catnip is non-toxic and generally safe for cats to consume, but it's important to supervise your cat while they play with catnip toys to ensure they don't ingest any small parts. Not all cats are affected by catnip, so monitoring your cat's behaviour and reactions to catnip toys is important.
What are some DIY cat toy ideas?
There are many household items that can be repurposed into DIY cat toys, including cardboard boxes, paper bags, and toilet paper rolls. You can also make your own wand toys by attaching feathers or bells to a stick or dowel.
How can I encourage my cat to play with toys?
Cats are natural hunters, so it's important to mimic this instinct by providing toys that can be chased, pounced on, and captured. You can also add a bit of excitement to playtime by hiding treats or food in puzzle feeders or treat dispensers. Regularly playing with your cat and providing positive reinforcement can help encourage play behaviour.
Cat Toys
Playtime is an important part of every cat’s day! As pet parents, it’s crucial to provide your cats with fun toys for both physical and mental stimulation. At Homes Alive Pets, we have a wide selection of interactive toys that your cats will enjoy.
For the active feline who loves to hunt, run and jump around, you can choose from our variety of cat ball toys or teasers and wands. Your cat will get the physical excitement they crave as they chase these fun toys around the house.
If you have a more docile, intelligent cat at home, mental activity is the way to go. Interactive toys such as the Catit Cat Treat Ball or the Petstages Nina Ottoson Rainy Day Puzzle & Play Cat Game is great for exercising your cat’s mind. Cat tunnels such as the KONG Play Spaces Camper also do an excellent job at keeping your cat busy and entertained.
Another way to offer your cat some mental stimulation is to spice up their meal or treat time! With cat toys like the Catit Senses Food Tree, you can fill it up with cat treats or dry cat food and inspire her innate scavenging instincts!
Cat laser toys are another purrrfect option for both energetic kitties or more cool, calm and collected cats. Lasers provide fun, interactive playtime that will encourage physical and mental exercise. Your cat won’t be the only one entertained! You’ll get a kick out of pointing the laser around and watching your cat playfully chase it down as if he’s hunting for real live prey! Homes Alive Pets carries KONG Cat Active Laser Toy for laser playtime you can enjoy together or for solo laser playtime that’ll keep your cat busy while you’re preoccupied.
For the cuddly kitten or cat, Homes Alive offers cat plush toys. Give your cat a snuggle buddy that doubles as a squeaky toy, like the KONG Softies Buzzy Llama or the AFP Lamb Wooly Mouse. We also carry catnip toys that your feline friend will enjoy playing with and chewing!
Whether your cat is hyperactive and playful or lazy and mellow, cats need both mental and physical stimulation to keep them happy and healthy! Shop Homes Alive Pets to find the ideal cat toys for any type of cat.
