(Part 2) Best cat toys according to redditors
We found 1,639 Reddit comments discussing the best cat toys. We ranked the 432 resulting products by number of redditors who mentioned them. Here are the products ranked 21-40. You can also go back to the previous section.
There are food dispensing cat toys that make your cat work for food. The ball is even adjustable to make the puzzle easier or harder to get food out of.
I found one that looks close!
Petlinks Mystery Motion via Amazon $24.49
Edit: It is Prime eligible as well.
I had a bit of trouble finding it but I think this is it, or at least basically the same
They make actual items like that now, nicknamed "snuggle mamas" for orphaned kittens/puppies.
https://www.amazon.com/Smart-Pet-Love-Snuggle-Behavioral/dp/B001V7UHG8
He was on the right track with that!
For those wanting one...
Volwco Cat Funny Toys Interactive Wooden Solid Whack A Mole Mouse Game Puzzle Toy https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07Q1FYGJZ/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_8b5sDbHCP3T59
I bought one of these types of things years ago for my cats. They never touched it.
I love the Snuggle Kitty for kittens because it has a little heartbeat in it.
https://i.imgur.com/KvpmeCS.jpg
It should be right there, also here
Outback Jack Kitty Compound Cat Playhouse https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00IONBY3M/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_NuhlDbG6VA3NF
Goodness, what a cutie! She looks like a Chloe or an Emma to me ;}
Pretend as if you're about to adopt a very mobile, active toddler/baby human. Try to look around your home and see any things the cat might get into/eat/destroy and tidy up those things as much as possible. For example, if you have blinds on the window in your room, you might want to tie up the pull-strings so a curious cat can't grab them, and tuck electrical cords away as best you can. If you have any houseplants, google them online to make sure they aren't toxic (a good place to start is https://www.aspca.org/pet-care/animal-poison-control/cats-plant-list ). Cats definitely won't stop themselves from eating toxic plants - my 19-year-old idiot decided the green onions in the backyard looked tasty one day and tried a bite, and my 1-year-old idiot had a go at a poinsettia I had inside (it has since been exiled to the backyard - the plant, not the cat!)
I also personally NEVER leave out any toys that my cats can easily rip up and ingest parts of - this means nothing small and nothing with feathers, string, leather, or straw. Cats can get VERY sick and die if they eat string/"linear foreign bodies".
I only leave out sturdy "interactive" toys that the cats can initiate play with on their own, such as these:
https://www.amazon.com/Petmate-Crazy-Circle-Interactive-Large/dp/B0002AT5AO
https://www.amazon.com/Petstages-317-Tower-Tracks-Chase/dp/B00DT2WL26/ref=sr_1_1?s=pet-supplies&ie=UTF8&qid=1487151213&sr=1-1&keywords=tower+of+tracks
Putting normal toys away when it isn't "playtime" also helps keep the cat from getting bored with the toys. And cats CAN be curious about the strangest things - they'll want to open cupboards and knock things off tables and investigate every box and bag that comes into the house. So if anyone in your house takes medicines, make sure the bottles are closed very firmly, and put away in a cupboard, things like that. If you have things that you collect (like statues or figurines) or if you have anything breakable, make sure it isn't sitting on a table where a cat can paw it off onto the ground! A cat will paw at/investigate everything. You can't protect them from everything, and no one can put away everything in their lives, but you can take a few precautions.
Another general word of advice I can give, and it's perhaps the most important one, is do not feed her kibble. No kibble at all. Feed her canned food only (preferably grain-free). Kibble is terrible and leads to a number of health problems, including urinary tract problems, kidney problems, and chronic dehydration (which leads to constipation). Long story short, for the best health, cats should be fed a grain-free canned formula high in meat protein, which is closer to their normal, natural diet, and no kibble whatsoever. Even the worst canned food is miles better than the "best" high-quality gourmet kibble. Kibble has no benefits at all. It is worth the $$$ to feed a canned food diet, you will save money in vet bills and dental cleanings overall.
If you are interested, the reason for wet food is this - cats have a very low thirst drive, as they evolved from desert-dwelling animals, and have changed very little after our "domestication" of them - genetically and physically, they're still pretty much 99% their ancestors. A wild feline is designed to get almost all of its moisture needs out of its prey (meat, blood) and thus has very little "urge" to drink. Even if you think a cat is drinking enough, it's not. Any cat on kibble is in a state of dehydration - they simply do not drink enough to make up for it.
The other benefit of high-protein, grain-free canned foods is that they have actual MEAT proteins, and will provide good, usable nutrients to your cats, instead of useless bulky grains and carbs. Most kibbles are mostly grains, which means they pass through the cat's digestive tract without being digested. The cat derives no nutritional value from them. On a good meaty canned food, cats will eat their meals and feel more appropriately full, because their bodies are able to actually digest the food they're eating. With kibble, especially free-fed kibble, a cat will always eat more than you realize they are, because they can't digest half of what they're eating, so they constantly feel hungry, because they're literally not getting the proper nutrition from their food.
Also - having cats on a species-appropriate diet will have one other benefit. Their poops will smell a LOT less! (On a raw diet, the poops will be small, dry, whitish, and they will have no smell at all. No joke. I can stick my entire head in the litterbox seconds after my cat drops a deuce and I can't smell a thing.) Cats bury their waste instinctively to protect themselves from being found by predators and competitors (other cats), so their bodies are designed to digest protein very efficiently and thus they will produce less waste and less smell when on an appropriate diet. And every cat owner wants a less stinky litterbox!
Fish is not an appropriate diet for cats - do not feed a food that is primarily fish or high in fish. Cats build up mercury in their bodies far faster than humans do, since they are smaller, plus fish causes other issues: http://www.littlebigcat.com/nutrition/why-fish-is-dangerous-for-cats/
Feed her A LOT. Kittens need to eat pretty much constantly as they are literally just calorie-burning growing machines ;} I've heard "feed a kitten as much as it will eat". Kittens usually need to eat up to 3x the recommended amount of adult food per day - when my younger girl was still a kitten, she would eat 6-7 cans (3oz each) per day. Keep offering food often - they need to eat every few hours.
Get vet checkups at least once a year (including dental checks/cleaning), and have her microchipped and have her wear a collar with ID tags at all times, even if you intend for her to be fully indoors. I have two friends, one in Arizona and the other in California, both who refused to put collars/ID tags on their cats because "oh, they'll never get out!" (One friend didn't even spay her cat, she was THAT convinced the cat would never escape.) Of course, both sets of cats got out - in Arizona through the carelessness of another family member, and in California as the result of a burglary that left a window smashed. One friend only found one of her cats. The other found hers, but the cat had gotten pregnant in the meantime. So, all cats should wear collars and ID tags, because no matter how careful YOU are, bad luck still happens!
Make sure you familiarize yourself with foods that are toxic to cats and keep them away from the cat - these include xylitol, chocolate, onions, garlic, and alcohol. As I mentioned before, many houseplants are toxic as well, such as poinsettias and lilies. Citrus fruits are toxic to cats. Many "essential oils" are also toxic to cats, so if you or anyone you live with uses scented oils or essential oils (such as tea tree oil), be careful.
Cats should instinctively use a litterbox. They do not want to "advertise" their presence to potential predators or rivals, so they should instinctively want to bury their waste to hide its scent.
You may want to get multiple litterboxes. The "general rule of thumb" is one box per cat plus one. Scoop every day! You can invest in rolls of "doggie-doo bags" like these - https://www.amazon.com/Bags-Board-Waste-Pick-up-Refill/dp/B000UCU53U I open one bag and put it next to me when I'm scooping the box. I drop the poops and pee-clumps into the doggie-doo bag, then tie off the bag and toss it! It helps keep stink to a minimum inbetween trash pickup days, and it's more sanitary than just dumping the bits straight into the trash can.
I also have my litterboxes on litter mats. They will save your sanity. This is my favorite one so far:
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01AUU90K0/ref=oh_aui_search_detailpage?ie=UTF8&psc=1
A litter mat REALLY helps "catch" most tracked-out litter. I've also got one of these mats, which is great for its size but isn't AS easy to clean:
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B016PHLNRA/ref=oh_aui_search_detailpage?ie=UTF8&psc=1
That's all I can think up off the top of my head for now :} I'm definitely no cat expert, but feel free to ask any other questions you might have!
https://www.amazon.com/Outback-Jack-Kitty-Compound-Playhouse/dp/B00IONBY3M/ref=mp_s_a_1_3?keywords=cat+tunnels+and+tubes+for+outdoors&qid=1562592777&s=gateway&sprefix=cat+tunnel&sr=8-3
I got one of these from PetSmart and my cat uses is almost daily for her face brushies.
It’s called a “self groomer” and made by a company called CatIt. I couldn’t find a specific listing on the PetSmart site, but here’s a listing on Amazon for the one we have.
Update: I found the exact one from the video on Amazon, dubbed “2.0”. It seems really the only difference is the colour (grey instead of blue).
... I know this isn't what you want to hear, but for my idea to work it has to be said... Put the people food away. Sorry, it had to be said. Now we can move on, have you tried a puzzle toy with treats in it? There are a number of good puzzle toys for kitties, not only can it ease food seeking behavior but it will easy stress and loneliness when you aren't around to play with them. Something like this. Which you can make if you have some glue and extra cardboard laying about.
ALLSTAR MARKETING GROUP CM011112 Cat's Meow Cat Toy https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00DSSA54C/
I'm guessing it's this.
Looks like it's a battery operated toy that flings a string out. Here it is on Amazon.
Edit: link
I got it on Amazon. :) The toy hangs off of door frames, though I actually haven’t used it much since that video was taken since my cat kept loudly flinging the toy into the ceiling, and I have neighbors upstairs. Here’s a link: Ethical A-Door-Able Bouncing Mouse Cat Toy , Assorted Colors https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0002DJ6XW?ref=yo_pop_ma_swf
Another bungee toy that hangs off doorknobs and is much quieter: JW Pet Company Spring String Cat Toy https://www.amazon.com/dp/B002Q41UFC?ref=yo_pop_ma_swf I leave this out for the cats to play with without supervision, but I have to keep an eye on them when I use the one in the video.
To be honest this sounds like a terrible reason to give up your cat. If you can't be home much to entertain him make the house cat worthy so he can enjoy it when your not home. Give him some cat shelves plant some cat grass and use some automatic toys to play with when your not home.
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£29 in UK. Welcome to our world.
It's a cat toy https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00LZUCIL8/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o01_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
I bet she'd love a bristly arch. My cats do. Example: https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00LV46BVQ/ref=mp_s_a_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1506476329&sr=8-3&keywords=cat+arch&dpPl=1&dpID=51xXpbGTOHL&ref=plSrch
I have gotten a lot off of Amazon. Like a bunch of cheap cat toys. A screen for my deck door. A comforting book. The world's best chocolate covered cherries. My favorite coffee. This fur throw to go on this chair. And this playpen/sleeper for my been nephew. Amazon's so good.
You can buy a similar one on amazon
Gotta get rid of excess hunting energy by playing with it. toys
My cat was the same way before I got him this. He would be a hellion if his bowl was empty but once I switched to the ball and he actually paced himself with his food and even lost some weight.
https://www.amazon.com/Catit-Self-Groomer-with-Catnip/dp/B001B58L0O
Looks like one of these:
Petlinks Mystery Motion Cat Toy Concealed Motion Toy, Colors may vary https://www.amazon.com/dp/B006ZL3578/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_UOFuzbSZSG8SJ
2 months old? And you are wondering how to "tame" him?! I rescue cats, mostly kittens and there is only one way to "tame" a rambunctious kitten-PLAY WITH HIM! Wear him out. He is a little body with all of this energy that he needs to get out...he is doing what every kitten does if someone doesn't play with them...he knocks over plants, he tears stuff up, he is a terror. Find some toys that are interactive for when you are not there but play with him twice a day for 15-20 minutes or more. I recommend a laser pointer for playtime with him. That wears a kitten out more than anything.
Use a spray bottle, squirt him when he does something you don't want him to do-BE CONSISTENT and don't let him see it come from you. You want him to think...gee, everytime I step on this table, water comes from somewhere and I don't like it. If he knows it comes from you, when you aren't there he will do it.
Here are some toys I like to use for these little guys.
http://www.amazon.com/FroliCat-BOLT-Interactive-Laser-Pet/dp/B0021L8W6K/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1290270627&sr=8-1
http://www.amazon.com/Bergan-Turbo-Scratcher-Colors-Vary/dp/B000IYSAIW/ref=sr_1_4?ie=UTF8&qid=1290270627&sr=8-4
http://www.amazon.com/SmartCat-3833-Peek---Prize-Pet/dp/B0006VMN4O/ref=sr_1_7?ie=UTF8&qid=1290270627&sr=8-7
Only use this one under your supervision since he's so small...I have had a kitten get their head stuck and it took a vet to get her out after putting her under anesthetic and using a saw to cut her out.
http://www.amazon.com/Cat-Mouse-Powered-Toy/dp/B000633WZG/ref=sr_1_23?ie=UTF8&qid=1290270645&sr=8-23
http://www.amazon.com/Petmate-Crazy-Circle-Interactive-Large/dp/B0002AT5AO/ref=sr_1_49?ie=UTF8&qid=1290270658&sr=8-49
http://www.amazon.com/SmartCat-3832-Ultimate-Scratching-Post/dp/B000634MH8/ref=pd_sim_k_18
Also, do you realize that he will be this way for a few more months? Don't play with him using your hands (he will think they are toys and might bite you) and get him a scratching post. He is at the point, if he is two months old, that he can be neutered as well.
Good luck
My bengal is big on feather toys. Da Bird is hands down his favorite. He loves this thing. He also really likes the Kitty Kopter. We go through them regularly, but he'll toss them about on his own.
I can tell you what's NOT a winner: laser pointers. He's more interested in what's in my hand than the dot on the floor.
First, buy this. My cats are all indoor cats only, and I worried about their sanity too. They LOVE this. They play with it so much. You can set a timer too, so it can go for a while and you can go to work without leaving it on ALL day.
You might just have a cat obsessed with you. One of my cats is IN LOVE with me and whenever she even hears me come home, won't stop meowing. She follows me everywhere and hates my husband for "taking up" her mommy time (we assume).
Try the toy, it might really help. Good luck!
absolutely. However a cat needs more stimulation than once every couple of days. Get a wand toy (like Da' Bird https://amzn.com/B000F9JJJE ), get some treat balls (https://amzn.com/B0018CE8LG ) that you can put treats in for him to find. There is this butterfly toy that is very popular and pretty cheap (https://amzn.com/B01AJJOJGC $9.99 US) that most cats seems to love. Pet him, brush him, just talk to him (read him a book or reddit posts you think are funny or homework or whatever).
He probably don't want to go out but is bored. Cats can do fine inside and live long happy lives. Just find what he likes to do and make sure he gets his favorite activities.
my cats go crazy for these cat kickers. Plus it helps keep their back claws trimmed.
Interactive motion toys. Easy to find at petco and the like. Here’s some links to ones my cats go apeshit for:
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00KQGRIKI/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_f6GYBb3GFZYGZ
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B006ZL3578/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_z8GYBbQ092TKB
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B072WCZQ4V/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_C9GYBb4X7MGCM
Outback Jack Outdoor Cat Enclosures
https://www.amazon.com/MOODY-PET-Fling-Ama-String-Cat-Toy/dp/B00IRJ7NL0/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1541911283&sr=8-2&keywords=door+knob+cat+toy
She's not necessarily rubbing against those things to scratch herself or groom herself, though. My cat does all that and most of the time she's doing it to mark the thing with her scent.
Try getting your cat something like this. That one is $10 on Amazon (so costs about what it would cost to make your own) and my cat loves it.
Not eventually. ASAP. Getting a female cat fixed will make her life, and your life, much easier. Please get her fixed. I know it seems silly, but if there are unfixed males in your neighborhood, they will sense her hormones and will spray the outside of your house and that will drive your male cat crazy. Get her fixed. If the cost is an issue, check out helpful funding programs at your local shelter.
Why don't you intend to have them indoors forever? Indoor cats live for 12-20 years, where as outdoor cats live for about 3-5. It's safer to keep your cats indoors. Please reconsider making them outdoor cats.
Indoor entertainment, besides interactive toys, is you. How often and for how long each day do you play with your cats? They should get at least a 20-30 minute play session with you each day. Preferably before you feed them at night. I realize you said you work long hours, but you need to make time for your pets. Here are some good interactive toys: One, Two, Three.
The male is wandering around talking to himself because he is bored.
I second a more elaborate tower or tree!
I replied to a post similar to this so I'm just gonna yank that answer because these products might be handy for you to consider too, especially if you don't have the time, space, or funds to get a second cat (it's also not a guarantee they'll get along):
What about toys you can hang off door knobs or the tops of doors that mimic you on the other end?
http://www.amazon.com/Ethical-A-Door-Able-Bouncing-Assorted-Colors/dp/B0002DJ6XW
http://www.entirelypets.com/playsqueakhanger.html
http://lovemeow.com/2009/12/fun-toy-fling-ama-string
Then there are some good play toys that can be enjoyed solo or with you. Our cats love these Sproket straws because they're woven and bouncy, so the weave can catch in their claws as they bat at it, which lets them toss it around in the air and chase after it on their own, which is like a step up from normal straws (which can also be a good time):
http://petvalu.com/cat/toys/product/52261/super-kitty-sprokets-max-co
Tracks like these can be a lot of fun for cats even on their own:
http://petvalu.com/cat/toys/product/53409/senses-play-circuit-catit
http://www.amazon.ca/Bergan-70128-Turbo-Scratcher-Colors/dp/B000IYSAIW
If weight/diet isn't an issue and he is food motivated, you can get a treat ball:
http://www.amazon.ca/s/ref=nb_sb_noss_1?url=search-alias%3Dpets&field-keywords=treat%20ball&sprefix=treat+b%2Cpets
We got the purple Kong one with one hole from Petsmart for $6. I "reinforced" mine with tape so it takes longer and more rolling to get the kibble out, but a palm full (0.5 oz) of kibble keeps my younger cat busy for half an hour, and then she stops and goes back to it occasionally throughout the night for short bursts. Definitely keeps her busy.
Our cats really like hanging out and chasing toys in and out of this too: http://www.petsmart.com/cat/toys/toys-r-us-tunnel-pop-up-cat-toy-zid36-11815/cat-36-catid-200099
Cute! But good on you to be a cautious pet owner and take it away... even if she loves it! My cats have never been very playful (I blame it on their previous owner who abandoned them!). I tried a billion different toys, and finally had success with this one. Not the same, but it is sort of realistic! Good luck!
https://www.amazon.com/KONG-NQ4-Squirrel-Catnip-Toy/dp/B0006G511G?th=1&psc=1
You can get Da Bird on Amazon?
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I need another 50 degree day so I can air the house back out. I hate when the air gets stale and... gross. NY and MI sound pretty similar right now. Just wet and dark. Also, pork loin is AMAZING. My dad grills it up and its just amazing.
We don't have a trader joes but I ordered some dark chocolate almonds of theirs and holy crap, they are like crack. Polished em off last night. They hit that sweet and salty note because theyre rolled in sea salt and turbinado sugar. I got them the first time in a reddit gift exchange and they changed my life. But between trader joes and that food, I think I may have to come visit.
As far as going full on grizzly on the door jamb, go buy those combs for cats that go on corners. Like this, but sub catnip with weed or something Just get like 40 of them and bear it up.
Also, we do get usps on Sundays. Its always so weird when they show up on a sunday at 11am. Though my m-sat mail doesn't come in til 5pm.
I recommend getting a companion toy like https://www.amazon.com/Smart-Pet-Love-Snuggle-Behavioral/dp/B001V7UHG8 to mimic the heartbeat and warmth of their mother. I got the snuggle puppy version for my dog when she was a puppy because she had separation anxiety and it provided her with great comfort.
Petlinks Mystery Motion toy
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Yeah we have 2 cats. One FatCat, one SiameseDerpCat. The FatCat is very dedicated.
We also have one of these treat boxes and FatCat does the same thing - fishes out as many as possible before gorging on them.
It's quite unfortunate. She's fat, and also has a sensitive tummy so if she eats too much/too fast, or any variation of that, she pukes. :\
One time FatCat gorged on treats from the box, went to the Treat-Ball-That-Really-Has-Regular-Catfood, ate some regular catfood, and barfed ON the treatball. The DerpCat was upset since she couldn't get to the food either.
sigh
My male cat LOVES LOVES LOVES hair bands and springs. You can buy little springs at the pet store. I was shocked how much they actually liked the springs.
My female cat loves pens and this little thingy. She can turn it on and off by herself, and she LOVES it.
If you’ve just fed him and he has access to water he might just be bored. My girl tends to sleep through the night but my friends would yell at night too. He ended up getting a few automatic toys to keep him occupied. This was one the things he got:
https://www.amazon.com/Moody-Pet-Fling-Ama-String-Cat-Toy/dp/B00IRJ7NL0
Other than that I can just recommend ignoring him so he’ll learn that he will only get attention when he’s quiet. Hope this helps, best of luck!
I have several cats, including one medium haired and one long, so this is a constant battle in my house. I gave up on black clothes a long, long time ago because one simply cannot win that war.
What you can do to help somewhat is get an shedding blade. This is the one my cats love and it's really durable—the dog version should work if you can't find a cat version. A brushing arch will allow kitty to brush himself somewhat as well.
Also, if you can afford it once a year and live in a warm climate, I highly recommend an annual grooming session where they shave all but his head (and possibly tail, up to you). I have a long haired calico that gets hers done in May of every year and her fur is just back to normal now for winter season. While it may require sedation, after it's done she loves it, almost as if she's a new cat (seriously!) and the summer cat hair everywhere problem is minimal, so it's really worth it.
Da Bird drives all of my kids nuts. I have an old toy that's similar and the feathers are long gone but they still chase it like crazy. Basically a stick with a string tied to one end and then some feathers on the end of the string. http://www.amazon.com/dp/B00LZUCIL8?psc=1
I used to play cat rodeo with my old cat. Stand in the center of the room and swing around in a circle and she would chase that thing until she dropped. I miss her, she was a psycho but I loved her dearly.
It was an amazon multipack purchase. I'll see if I can find it.
Ninja edit: Fashion's Talk Cat toys Variety Pack for Kitty 20 pieces https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01AHM6P18/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_6dcpzbM2GJ4BN
Got a cheap version of it in this multipack:
https://smile.amazon.com/gp/product/B01AHM6P18
Ended up taking the ball and feathers off the end, and gluing magnets to the end of the stick and the ball. Now when the cat 'catches' the feather, they come off the stick. He triumphantly carries the feathers around the house.
They are in that big pack of cat toys on Amazon. My cats go nuts over that feather boinger.
Sounds like you've identified the problem - she's bored. I would also guess during the week you do get up around 6 or 7, and that's what she's used to? Cats - sigh - they just don't understand weekends :-) Maybe get one of those mouse-in-circle toys and stumble out of bed when she starts hooting in the am and put it down for her?
It's this toy. Really great for cats with a strong hunting instinct. Dora goes nuts, Bug mostly watches until she's figured it out.
This is a similar toy and I think it would be cool too.
I assume he's a kitten? Up to three months old cats generally are super bitey because they are infants learning their litter mates limits and sticking everything in there mouths. This will likely end by like 6 to 10 months naturally, still worth training though.
Dogs and cats have kinda similar bite inhibition training (aka the big ones being dramatic like owie or like no bad and shoving off with a paw) so the dog may help but I would not keep them around each other without someone to keep an eye for a while.
I think that's enough but for the first 8 months his energy will be endless. So don't feel bad he's up at 3 am like hey play? You essentially have a 6 year old on a sugar high.
Depending on the size of dogs I'd get some toys, and a way to keep a dog out of a room like a baby gate or area so you can leave small cat toys out. For a kitten I highly suggest a box of random assorted toys to find what they like, and avoiding cat nip filled ones. You don't need all these but if your family wants to get the kitty presents for Santa these are my suggestions at a young age.
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This is super long but tdlr, your doing good, he's a kitten, he wants to play a lot when he's nibbling, here's a shit ton of cool cat stuff.
This one! It's a doorframe-attached dangly mouse. So fun!
These things are the BEST! Mine love it so much. Additionally, I have to say out of every toy I've ever gotten them...THIS is their absolute favorite that they NEVER get tired of. I highly suggest getting one and trying it out. Hours of entertainment and its hilarious to watch them play with it.
When you're in an airplane, the last thing you want to hear is "...I don't know, fly casual".
Cat toys. I obviously want it for my cats to play with.
Thanks for the contest. :)
Bring him home and set him up in one room for a couple days, especially since he's little. Let him explore that room and get comfortable before you let him have free reign of the house, it can be really overwhelming.
One of mine really liked to bite- there are many cat chew toys of rubber/mesh/catnip/whatever at Petco/Petsmart. It doesn't hurt so much when they're kittens and it's cute but their adult teeth are not so cute. Also, he indiscriminately bit everything. Cardboard boxes? Yep. Power cords? Yep. Cushions? Yep. Toes? Yep.
If he is adventurous, once he's really settled in, get him a harness and leash and take him for walks! Much like dogs, cats have a bunch of energy, and walking satiates some of their natural curiosity.
These springs are some of my very favorite toys and they haven't gotten tired of them yet, but they have lost about 15 under the sofa and fridge. This bird wand is also amazing.
Also- start brushing/grooming him now. It's also recommended to brush their teeth, which I was never successful with (have two skittish cats). But at least brushing, so that they get accustomed to it.
I recently bought these for my cat (cheap!). One of the reviews said that if you stretch them out a bit, cats will chew on them instead of wires. My cat has never chewed wired and was not very interested in them, but he gets bored easily so I have to keep trying new things. His favorite toys are these milk cap rings. Enjoy your new little buddy :)
Long time cat owner here--I currently live with a nearly 6 year old, 16lb tabby who is about as needy as a cat can possibly get. Two things I would recommend to help your cat "chill":
Other toys/gadgets that you could give him are those plastic balls with bells inside of them, little foil poofs, or plastic milk jug rings.
Playtime & Routines, which should be rewarded regularly for "good behavior".
You could get your kitty something like this or this and you could have her middle name ohana (means family) which she would be to you
Maybe you could buy that automated toys and obly turn on in the mornings(like a treat, otherwise he'll get bored)
like this
We have a ball with a feather attached that rolls around and my cat is crazy for it but there are a lot options.
If nothing helps I guess thick socks and pants are a must, when I have them on and my cat do this, as soon as he realizes it doesn't get a reaction from us he stops
Does she gnaw because she wants out, or because she's bored? My bunny will shake her cage in the morning to be let out, and in general because we let her out on the bed once and now she always want to go on the bed. Sadly the playpen blocks her way and we don't want her on the bed :p
Do you have hanging chew toys to kind of distract her from the areas of the pen she usually gnaws at?
Cat toys work well for buns. I use this or this. I don't necessarily like loading her up with treats so I just pour some of her dinner pellets into these.
Try to use one of these kibble play dispenser
https://www.amazon.com/PIPOLINO-S-Tricolore-distributeur-croquettes-bien-%C3%AAtre/dp/B00BAF07RA
https://www.amazon.com/PetSafe-SlimCat-Meal-Dispensing-Green/dp/B0018CE8LG/ref=pd_sim_199_2?_encoding=UTF8&pd_rd_i=B0018CE8LG&pd_rd_r=FW6RMCTTKQ0PE2BGF7FX&pd_rd_w=yoY4v&pd_rd_wg=0brOC&psc=1&refRID=FW6RMCTTKQ0PE2BGF7FX
So he has to moove it to get his kibble and so doing excercise at the same time.
But you have to treat it at the source, cut the kibble intake and the snacks, snacks are eitheir too fat or full of sugar.
If you cant switch his diet for religious belief, atleast try to buy him quality kibble.
/u/JaffGiraffe posted this last time
https://www.reddit.com/r/ferrets/comments/6sb08c/foods_not_listed_on_the_kibble_comparison_chart/dlczsga/?context=3
> JaffGiraffe[S] 1 point il y a 4 mois
> I googled! Came up with this:
> High protein (at least 35%)
> Crude fat (around 20%)
> Fiber (3.5% ish, lower the better)
> Ash (6.5%ish, lower the better)
> First 3 ingredients = MEAT
> Avoid FIBERS: Grain, veggies, corn, peas, carbs, sugar, peanut butter, rice, soy, tendons, seeds = hard to digest.. as little as possible
> Peas - bladder stones (urine PH to rise)
> Dairy - lactose intolerant. Hardcore
> Sugar, xylitol, molasses, dextrose, corn syrup, raisin juice - diabetes
> Grapes, chocolate, caffeine - toxic
> Fish - Ferrets just don't like it, don't be surprised if they reject
Cheers
This is the one we have:
https://www.amazon.com/PetSafe-SlimCat-Meal-Dispensing-Great-Treats/dp/B0018CE8LG/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=Cat+food+ball&qid=1574354185&sr=8-1
OP needs to get 50 of these and put them all over the house...
You cat needs this...
https://www.amazon.com/Catit-Self-Groomer-with-Catnip/dp/B001B58L0O
I recommend the Feliway and various other products similar to it.
On top of that I'd also consider giving her a safe space that she recognizes as comfortable. Somewhere she'll enjoy sleeping. Most cats like a box with a blanket, for example.
You can also get various behavioural toys that may help. Here is an example. I had one for my dog that was a little stuffed puppy. It had an electronic beating heart and a heat pack you'd warm up in the microwave. They'd snuggle up to it as a companion.
Try one of these in her safe space with a fleece blanket.
http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B001V7UHG8?cache=e87bbf3f9ae74540c6935e1055f6fd4c&pi=AC_SX110_SY165_QL70&qid=1407542357&sr=8-7#ref=mp_s_a_1_7
That. I thought it would be something our kitten wouldn't ever use, but I got it just in case as he was only five weeks old when we brought him home. He's six months old now and still carries it around the house.
It has a fake heartbeat and the ability to put a heating pad in it so the kitten will cuddle with it instead of you. It really is great.
I think you should buy one of these. http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B001V7UHG8/ref=mp_s_a_1_2?qid=1377982624&sr=8-2&pi=SL75
I got one of my kittens when he was 5 weeks old but didn't know these existed but wish I had gotten one. They will make him so much calmer and will make the transition much easier.
I nominate /u/Your0wnBrother because he tells me I'm awesome and that cheers me up and he lets me rant when I've had a bad day which is totally lovely of him cause I'm sure he wishes I'd STFU sometimes XD
he needs this Cause his kitties need lurve too
My cats love this thing. It's one of those food dispensing balls that they bat around, I call it the cat piñata. One cat even refuses to eat out of her food plate if there's still food in this ball. You'd think she'd prefer to get her food the lazy way, but nope...
One of my other cats loves this little beaver guy. She tosses it up in the air and tries to catch it. It's her absolute favorite toy, she carries it all over the house.
Her sister loves this one. I don't know what it is with them and beavers but they both love their beaver toys more than anything else I've given them. I think it's the crunchiness that attracts her to this one, she likes to carry it around and then plop on top of it and rub herself on it. I don't know.
Their mom loves the toy that comes with this scratching mat. The scratching mat itself is actually pretty great too, they love it and sometimes use is as a sleeping pad.
I would also add some catnip and toys that allow you re re-fill them with catnip. After a month or so the catnip goes stale and my cat ignores the toy, but once we fill it back up he goes nuts! Something like this is great.
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I have a Fuzz Wizard and it's actually pretty good! I get a lot of those annoying fuzzies on my shirts, and shaving them off makes them look a lot better and I get a little more use out of them. The only caution is that you shouldn't use them if there is a snag, since it will just make it worse.
I also had this hair remover for a while. It wasn't very good, as expected. It worked the first 1-2 times I used it, then it smoothed itself out and stopped working. It's basically a very fine sand paper :/
I still want to try the Cat's Meow...
We have a mesh tent in the yard for our cats, with a tunnel connecting it to a cat flap installed in a window. Unfortunately it's too dark to get a proper picture of it right now, but it looks something like this: http://www.amazon.com/ABO-Gear-Kitty-Compound-House/dp/B00IONBY3M/ref=pd_bxgy_199_img_3/190-5246308-1415400?ie=UTF8&refRID=170ABH5FARDTZ83DRC8C
They've got a couple types of pieces that can zip together, my cats really enjoy it and I like being able to lock the cat door at night when wild animals might wander into the yard. It also makes it easy to swap out pieces when the mesh starts to wear out (we replace pieces after about a year). Anyway, it sounds like it might be a good fit for what you're trying to do
Otherwise I agree with the other posters, if you can't find a safe, escape-proof system of some sort then sticking with a harness for outdoor adventures is probably the best route.
https://www.amazon.com/Outback-Jack-Kitty-Compound-Playhouse/dp/B00IONBY3M?ref_=fsclp_pl_dp_2
Moody Pet Fling-Ama-String Cat Toy
Moody Pet Fling-ama-String Cat Toy https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00IRJ7NL0/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_tai_KsZHAbG73QCBY
It wraps around one door handle, under the door, then around the other handle. Has a motor for 2 speeds and takes AA batteries. The cat loves it!
I have a string-a-fling toy - this thing that my cat goes nuts over. When I'm trying to cook dinner he's under my feet constantly looking for attention and this keeps him occupied for the hour I need to cook and clean up after work. My cat is a hyperactive hyperaffectionate idiot and this is the only interactive toy that has managed to keep his attention past a week.
SmartyKat has a few cheap automatic cat toys that you can use under supervision. In addition, you can look at pet ball tower or bergan turbo scratcher that require minimal supervision. Another one to check out is this one (only some cats like it)
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00IRJ7NL0
A cat tree would also help.
You can check here for some more indoor toy options.
My cat is OBSESSED with this toy. He sits there for hours and begs for us to turn it on. We are on our second one bc it broke after three months of constant siege.
MOODY PET Fling-AMA-String Cat Toy https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00IRJ7NL0/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_bF0MDbDTN58M1
My kitties would really love and appreciate if you gifted this for them. :3 here's the song I picked.
Definitely. I got this thing for my cat and she goes nuts rubbing her face and body against it
Best $10 I ever spent
Allourah Juni (which is June in other languages), because with an exotic name like hers, you don't want the middle to over shadow it, and you're getting her in June! :)
Congratulations!
Oh, and you'll need [these](Fashion's Talk Cat toys Variety Pack for Kitty 20 pieces https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01AHM6P18/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_xtzpzbX7NS6RR)!
Volwco Cat Funny Toys Interactive Wooden Solid Whack A Mole Mouse Game Puzzle Toy https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07Q1FYGJZ/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_TWeRDbVVJQ92W
My name is Leela!
I would like these treats. I also like this toy, but Mom says it's 50 cents too expensive. Whatever that means.
Viktor, tell your mom to get you this! I would like to play with that and you. Between my good looks (Mom says I have a one-of-a-kind face, which means I am the most beautiful cat) and your hypnosis, I think we would make a great benevolent dictatorship duo. Hanners can come too, I like dogs...but I think Viktor and I will see more eye-to-eye. Or I guess, eye-to-eyes...you have two of them, Viktor? How unusual!
I want to be friends with Hanners and Viktor :)
This approach may take some time, but my cat eventually learned that if I am in the bedroom with the light off and fan on (its an oscillating one that makes a fairly strong humming sound), I am down for the night and it'll be at least a few hours before I come back. After a few weeks of this routine, he gave up on screaming outside my door. The bedroom is off-limits to him at all times, as well. If I'm in there with the light on, he will meow at me, because he knows I'm likely to come back soon.
Mine's a door-rattler, too - he can fit his paw in the crack under the bedroom door and wrap it around the door. To protect the bottom of the door from his claws, I put some rubber weatherstripping on it. For the floor, consider getting a protective film to put down where she usually scratches. Hardware stores sell them to use during painting / construction, and many of them are affordable and tear-resistant.
It may be inconvenient, but do your best to cat-proof the house so you can ignore her acting out with minimal collateral damage. Keep anything fragile in drawers or cabinets unless you're actively using it. Consider making the bedroom a no-cat zone and putting as many valuables as possible in there. Don't leave food or drinks unattended - if you have to step away, stick them in the fridge or a cabinet while you're gone.
Also consider an electronic toy that moves around or something more interactive that will keep her engaged at night or while you're busy without the need for a human to facilitate playtime. Here are a few ideas::
https://www.amazon.com/SmartyKat-Feather-Whirl-Electronic-Motion/dp/B00KQGRIKI/
https://www.amazon.com/Catit-Design-Senses-Circuit-Original/dp/B001LWRFW2
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B06WP7F8YC
https://www.amazon.com/Tower-Tracks-Track-Interactive-Petstages/dp/B00DT2WL26
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0714D3FDT?psc=1
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0002DJ6XW
https://www.amazon.com/Hex-480-3030-Nano-Assorted-Styles/dp/B01B45AMIO/
Also, if she ignores the scratching post but loves to tear the crap out of your floor, she may prefer a horizontal scratcher. One wasted $30 scratching post later, I figured that out about my cat. Something like these would be worth a try:
https://www.amazon.com/Bergan-Turbo-Scratcher-Colors-vary/dp/B000IYSAIW - doubles as a toy
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B009YQ5KJM/ - this one is nice because you can lay it flat on the floor, prop it up at an angle with the cardboard flap, or hang it from a doorknob to see which works best. Also comes with catnip to sprinkle inside it. These have corrugated cardboard surfaces and don't last as long as carpet or sisal rope, but my cat seems more satisfied with something he can actually destroy. He'll jump on it, attack it with his claws, then roll around in the bits he tore off. You will vacuum a lot of cardboard flakes off the floor as it starts to wear out, but for me it's worth the trouble. If you don't like the mess, you can buy this one to test whether horizontal, inclined, or hung against the wall works best, then invest in a similar style of scratcher made from more durable material. That was my plan, but he just loves this stuff so much I order one as an add-on every month when I buy litter.
I'm sorry, I don't know of a remedy, but I want to share that a friend's cat chewed through a lamp wire and electrocuted itself when they were out of the house.
Maybe you can find a string-type toy that hangs off a door or something and get him to play with that instead.
I know someone who has this and their cat really likes it.
but wait, there's more!
this please!!!
I like turtles, turtles are awesome. I've been wanting this catnip squirrel for my cats because one of them is obsessed with squirrels - she 'talks' to one every morning at the window. It's precious. If I ended up on a deserted island, I'd be screwed - the sun would fry me in minutes and mosquitos would eat me alive. With that said, at least I could have a little squirrel toy as a friend. It would be my Wilson.
Not for me but for the cats is this thing. Hopefully they would like it!
Milkshake :)
What a beautiful lady hosting this c:
This manga for Lewis, used of course! Or this Kong toy for the new kitty!!
Lorises rock
I would say that is useless because we can't get my cat to play with anything that isn't covered in feathers (must be a bird cat), but we are desperatly trying because she tares feathered toys apart quickly
Thanks for hosting! The kitties would love these mice or this squirrel since they can't get the real ones outside.
My kitten is similar in that she sometimes wants us to play with her, otherwise she'll go off trying to climb on the dining room table or something.
She really likes these plastic spiral things. She LOVES them, she'll play with them constantly and she even plays fetch with them. I also got a Cat's Meow as a gift and the cats both like it. It's battery-operated so you can't use it constantly, but when it's on you can pretty much leave it on while they play with it. I know they also sell some automated laser-pointer and feather-stick-type toys that work on batteries/plugs. They're usually meant for if you want kitty to have something to do when you aren't home, but if she's demanding that much play then they may work for you. :)
Plastic springs, my cats never tire of them and the younger will play fetch for hours
https://www.amazon.com/Ethical-Thin-Colorful-Springs-10-Pack/dp/B000CMHWKW
http://www.amazon.com//dp/B000CMHWKW
http://www.amazon.com//dp/B00025YVPI
http://www.amazon.com//dp/B0018MXYW0/
mount very long brushes to a table leg;
http://i.imgur.com/68hiefj.jpg
BTW, these springs are from the same vendor, but a bit smaller and less than half the price. My lil' rascals love 'em.
Cats are just funny! Sometimes my cat comes over to the fridge and wants to hop inside and chill on the shelf. I wouldn't give your cat milk or food scraps though, because many cats are lactose-intolerant, and many human foods like garlic and onion can be harmful to them.
Re:playing, it can take a while post-adoption for cats to become comfortable enough to play. Give him some time, and you may discover the type of toys he loves. Have you tried Da Bird?
It sort of depends on the cat. If you go to a shelter that has a foster program, the foster home can tell you a lot about the cat's usual personality. Shelters are great, but animals can act really differently in a shelter setting than they do in a home setting, which is why a foster home would have more information about what is normal for that particular cat, in a home setting.
Some cats settle down after age 2, but I have a 5 year old cat who is still very playful and active (which could be because I have younger cats and dogs who he likes to play with and keep up with. If we had a calmer household he might be calmer himself.)
You can absolutely train a cat to go outside on a harness and leash! It won't be exactly the same as walking a dog, you sort of have to go at the cat's pace and let them get comfortable in their environment. My 5 year old cat was introduced to the harness early on (I let him wear the harness around the house and just got him to play with toys, once he realized he could still run and jump with it on he didn't mind it). Now he knows that wearing the harness means he gets to go outside, and he begs me to put it on him and loves his time in our back yard. My other cats aren't as interested, so again this comes down to the individual cat and their personality. Here's a guide I found on harness training a cat.
My cats wear this particular harness, and it has worked well for us. If you are able to get that brand, I really recommend their solid color harnesses over the ones with cute patterns. The material is softer on the solid colors and conforms to the cat's body better than the patterned material.
If you do get a younger/more active cat, you can also tire them out indoors with active play/ Feather toys like Da Bird are a great way to exercise a cat!
If you can adopt a bonded pair of cats, they can play with each other when you aren't around, and will also keep each other company. I have three cats of my own and they love to play with each other and with my dogs. You can get away with having younger and more active animals if they have each other to play with. As long as you can afford food and vet bills for two cats, it isn't any harder to keep two cats than it is to keep one, and you could have younger and more active cats this way.
Sorry if this is a jumbled mess, it's past my bedtime. I'd be happy to answer any other questions you have or to clarify anything that didn't make sense! I really appreciate that you're doing your research on bringing any kind of animal into your home.
So.... No idea if this is good or not, but I got a cat toy from Amazon called "Da Bird". When you whip it around it flutters around and shit. I just have him chase that thing like a demon for a solid 20 min or so and it gets rid of that crazy puppy energy pretty quick. The guy goes nuts for the thing.
I got him a toy called Da Bird which has a little soft plastic cap to hold the feathers together. For some reason, he ate that cap, and it got stuck in his small intestine, completely obstructing it. I had a bunch of extra attachments for the wand that goes with it, all with that plastic cap. They ALL went in the trash as soon as I saw what the surgeon pulled out of him.
The one and only time I've ever seen a mountain lion in the wild, I was hunting yotes in Arizona setting up on a cat toy that would jumble around every once in a while (not the exact one I linked, but similar) and then I would make a distressed rabbit call. I was having a particularly bad day, not seeing anything and was getting up to move when something to my left moved suddenly. When my eyes finally figured it out there was a gorgeous mountain lion that had been stalking my toy, was easily in my field of vision, and yet I had no idea it was even there. She calmly slinked off into the brush without a sound when she saw me move.
I suppose you could try locating some tracks and then setting up a similar scenario with a predator call. I know that bobcats, foxes, yotes, and even raccoons, badgers, and bears will show up to one. I don't know if what happened to me was a fluke or if they also show up, but it may be worth a try.
Do you have space for a cat tree? There's also boatloads of interactive toys that can be programmed or they can entertain themselves with like:
https://www.amazon.com/FroliCat-BOLT-Interactive-Laser-Pet/dp/B0021L8W6K/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1480531055&sr=8-1&keywords=auto+cat+laser
https://www.amazon.com/SmartyKat-Loco-Motion-Automated-Activity/dp/B000N9W7HW/ref=sr_1_sc_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1480531069&sr=8-3-spell&keywords=auto+cato+toy
Is getting a second cat and shutting them out of your bedroom an option? Young cats in particular are often active at night - mine sometimes race up and down the stairs chasing each other in the middle of the night. Having two means they play with each other more.
Also, check out robot toys that you can leave for your cat to play with. Sounds like she's just playful and active at a normal time and just needs stuff she can play with - she has no concept of 'keeping you awake' and has no idea why you're spraying her and booting her out. From her perspective it's playtime and everything is a toy. This needs to be diverted so she can play alone, plus possibly a companion to play with.
Here are some toys mine get on well with (sorry its all Amazon links but the pet stores in our town are a rip off so I tend to shop online and am a creature of habit - you might find cheaper alternatives in your area/ from other retailers):
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B06WP7F8YC/ref=oh_aui_search_detailpage?ie=UTF8&psc=1
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07415PHRW/ref=oh_aui_search_detailpage?ie=UTF8&psc=1
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0006N9I68/ref=oh_aui_search_detailpage?ie=UTF8&psc=1 (one of mine goes nuts for this one and I have about 5 of these around the house)
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000N9W7HW/ref=oh_aui_search_detailpage?ie=UTF8&psc=1
It is possible to rig these with switches your cat can learn to operate - I will make a separate post on how I did that at some point but essentially cat robot toys can be rigged with basic levers that your can can switch on, and if your cat watches you switch it on enough times they will try and do it too. For example for the SmartyKat Hot Pursuit Cat Toy I hotglued another toy (a rubber ball with a stalky bit sticking out) to the top of it and tied on a bit of string, so my cat can pull the string and it turns on the toy.
It doesn't help to wear them out a bit with a laser pointer before you go to bed either - young cats have a lot of energy to burn off so if you can tire them out a bit during the day they're more likely to be sleepy at night. Mine are about 2 and a half now and they are starting to be more sleepy at night, the romping around the house is getting a bit rarer. Hang in there :)
Boom. My kitty is on a diet, and this would help her so much! Thanks for the random contest!
Something like this. You want to have one with an adjustable treat window so you can vary the challenge level to keep it interesting for your cat without being frustrating.
"here I am in all my glory, my name is Simon"
"i'd like to be buds with Viktor, i think we'd both love this corner scratchy dealy !!
I want to be friends with Hanners and Viktor
Others can answer better than I on what caused this, but I would strongly suggest you get the kittens this: https://www.amazon.com/Smart-Pet-Love-Snuggle-Behavioral/dp/B001V7UHG8/ref=lp_11459231011_1_3?srs=11459231011&ie=UTF8&qid=1467523410&sr=8-3
I've heard that kittens who weren't nursed/taken care of by their mothers this early can go on to have psychological and even physical issues. Perhaps this will help.
In case he liked the blanket w/ rice, here are a couple links to different "snuggle mom" type products you may want to check out (the one we use at our shelter has a little battery-operated heart inside, which the kittens LOVE).
With heating insert + heart w/heartbeat: http://www.amazon.com/Smart-Pet-Love-Snuggle-Behavioral/dp/B001V7UHG8
No heater, but with purring feature: http://www.drsfostersmith.com/product/prod_display.cfm?pcatid=29909
Also, if you ever need additional fuzzy blankies for him, they sell small knubby fake sheepskin throws at petco for ~$5 (pretty good buy, IMO). My cats nuzzle into them and seem to like the texture a lot.
So sorry to hear that. One popular song that might make you giggle right now is "Shoutout to My Ex"
Obvious choice, but Pharrel's "Happy" is pretty "happy" :)
And last, EXO-K's Call me Baby - My favorite song (although I don't speak the language, I just love the beat and watching so many cute men dance in unison lol) The beat is very happy :)
Something on my list under $5 are these cute cat toys :) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0051BGO4E/ref=wl_it_dp_o_pC_nS_ttl?_encoding=UTF8&colid=1QX3Y7YBAG2DK&coliid=I3FT4JMBF8H4G3&psc=1
My kitty Gibby would love these
http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B0051BGO4E/ref=mp_s_a_1_2?qid=1418011679&sr=8-2&pi=AC_SX200_QL40
All cats love catnip toys!
I have a kitty named Albus :)
He's hurt right now, and i feel like such a worrisome mama. I went and got him some treats and wet food because those are his favorite.
He loves this type of toy if you look in the other sellers you can get it for 6 dollars :)
I love my kitty and yours is adorable. I'll add a pic later :D Here is the handsome devil
FOR THE KITTIES IF YOU DON'T HAVE PRIME A GIFT CARD WOULD BE GREAT. THANKS FOR DOING THIS CONTEST AND HAPPY CAKE DAY!
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I totally agree with TheCatGuardian's post. We just adopted our first cat from a shelter and he is 8 months old, and honestly he's still a bit of a handful at times (but that should be expected with any new pet). Try to get one over a year, if not closer to 2 years, as ours is still learning how to play nice and not nipping our ankles to get attention. My husband has always had cats, but this was my first pet and we adopted because I've always wanted one. I did a ton of research and here's what I would suggest as far as supplies:
A high sided litter box with rim - to keep them from kicking litter around and the high walls help keep everything inside. I didn't waste the money on litter liners. They seem gimmicky to me.
Pooper Scooper - It's cheap and gets the job done. Nothing else needs to be said about it.
Stainless Steel Bowl(s) - This one gets good reviews and is the perfect size for their food. You can get two, one for wet and one for dry food. Though I got this one for dry and got a cute oval dish at walmart for ~$2 for his wet. Whatever you want.
Slightly larger bowl for water - Make sure they have plenty for fresh water. I give him new water in the AM and evening after work. I know a lot of people rave about water fountains...but honestly I didn't want to spend the money initially, and my kitty seems to be perfectly fine drinking from the bowl. It'd be worth it to see how your cat feels about the bowl...esp since they will be drinking from bowls at the shelter...they shouldn't be too picky. You can spoil them later on if you decide to, but definitely not necessary.
A safety collar - Make sure it is either a break-away or elastic to ensure the cat doesn't get strangled if it climbs and gets stuck on something and is hanging by its neck. I liked this one because it didn't have an annoying bell, though some like the bell to let you find your cat in the house. The collar also ensure that if the cat gets out anyone who finds him will know he belongs to someone and isn't just a feral cat that they can take for themselves.
Scratching Board - Simple and good reviews. Seems like it will last. You can also get one or two cardboard cheaper ones and see what they prefer to scratch on. My cat doesn't really scratch that much...he uses the scratching posts that are part of his cat tree.
Cat Perch - This is the one we got so he can look out the window. It seems like a good balance of expense and functionality...especially at first. The cat might not even like jumping up on things, so at least this is a safe buy since it's not that tall but still lets them get up off the floor.
Cat bed - This one is highly reviewed and really durable. It's machine washable and will last forever. I really love this bed.
Simple toys at first: Wand Toy, Jingle Balls, Ball Circle Thing, Little Catnip Critter. He also likes paper bags, toilet paper rolls, and his laser pointer. I highly recommend the laser pointer...ours is green.
Greenies Treats
As far as food, you want to ask what they feed at the shelter and get a bag of that at first even if you read online that it isn't "the best." We wanted to get our cat on a mainly wet food diet, so we left his shelter dry food out at night, and gave him half a can of wet food in the morning before work, and half a can at night beofre bed ~9PM, and took the dry food away while the wet food was out. We feed him Friskies Pate...it's actually pretty good for the price. People will get passionate about cat food. Honestly Friskies is fine for us now...they sell it in bulk at Sam's.
Litter - you want to use the kind they use at the shelter so they have comfort in that. You can switch later if you want.
You might also want to get nail clippers and a brush. Our cat is long haired and I like using a comb, but it's really up to you.
As far as gimmicks I would assume that if it seems like a luxury it probably isn't necessary. Cats are very happy with simple things. The vitals are what I listed...a bathroom, food and water (bowls), a few toys, somewhere to scratch, somewhere to get up off the floor, and a safety collar. The bed isn't absolutely vital, but it's nice for them to have somewhere that they feel secure and happy...even if they don't use it at first.
Pesky!
Because my cat is constantly losing her mouse toy and I'd like to hunt around the house for something other than a mouse for once.
Is it around feeding time? I read that cats have something in their stomachs that is produced around the time they are used to being fed to help break the food down so it may be being produced at that time so it’s giving them a tummy ache? Alternative to that if they just need attention what about an automatic toy to distract them so you can go to sleep? There is this you could turn on and leave on as a distraction - automatic spinning cat toy thing
Here’s one on Amazon for $20
Link
I wonder if some puzzle toys or a Turbo Scratcher might be good options for him? They shouldn't tax his heart too much, but they might provide more of an outlet for his prey drive. You could also feed him regularly via food ball.
Is he really food-motivated? If so, more mental stimulation could be had through clicker-training.
I don't know a ton about heart conditions in cats, so I'm not sure what activity levels would be safe for him. Your vet would know better. If more exercise (physical and mental) doesn't help, and he continues to be aggressive without warning, or it gets worse, I might explore medication options. I'm NOT advocating this as anything but a last resort, but sometimes mood stabilizers can improve everyone's quality of life. It doesn't sound like he needs this AT ALL right now, but it's not bad to keep it in mind if it ever does become an issue.
I hope your vet has some good suggestions and information for you! Good luck with everything, and if you feel like an update after the appointment, I'd be interested to hear how it went!
The cat sounds like it's bored and has pent up energy. Pets are like little toddlers: If you dont entertain them, they will do it themselves and it can be destructive at times. Here are some things you can help redirect and expand say energy:
Hunt/play:
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07HHYRTCT/
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B009R3SFBC/
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00D3NI31Y/
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07HBC5M6Q/
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00O127GZU/
Perches/things to climb/scratch
https://www.amazon.com/CatastrophiCreations-Deluxe-Cat-Playplace-Wall-Mounted/dp/B01EXLSKRQ
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00C5TUVXU/
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B004BA6LSK/
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B004X6UEH6/
These are just some ideas. Also go to your local pet store. If the cat doesn't like the new toy, usually they will let you return the toy for a full refund.
Ah she is one of those cats that likes hard to get things. Look into puzzle toys like this or this. You may also want to build her something to crawl through and play in out of cardboard boxes. Just take a lot of boxes, cut cat sized holes in several places and tape them all together. [Some people go a bit crazy]
(http://welovecatsandkittens.com/cat-pictures/man-builds-dragon-shaped-cardboard-house-cat/), some have magical ways to cut cardboard nicely, but normal people know the cat doesn't care if it is pretty.
It might just take awhile to figure out what toys she likes. One of mine only likes feather toys. He doesn't care about anything unless it has feathers. The other one doesn't like to be seen playing so he likes toys that are hung for doors, his cat tree, and my hair ties (which he steals all the time!!).
I tried this: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B009R3SFBC?ref=yo_pop_ma_swf
It worked ok except the dog decided to get in on the action and shredded the cardboard... it’s a bit of an alternative on the treat ball...
How about one of these?: http://www.amazon.com/ALLSTAR-MARKETING-GROUP-CM011112-Cats/dp/B00DSSA54C
+1 to the cat tower.
I have 3 cats and their favorite thing to play with is packing paper! I have a ton of it in my house and they love to make tunnels and pounce in it. And it is free! I find the chewy.com uses it the most (they know their clientele).
They also like to play with their crinkle tube and any sort of wand type toy. They also like a toy called "Cat's Meow." For me, I find the most helpful item is the Litter Genie. I know I could just take the waste to the trash every time I scoop, but that is really inconvenient. The Litter Genie really contains the cat pee odor so it is really worth the extra cost to me.
Kitty photos for proof
I bought mine in July of this year off Amazon. As you can see in the description 3 C batteries. If I would have known beforehand, the trigger would not have been pulled!
Yeah I thought so too but maybe someone else had some experience with one. Anyways I came across this that looks perfect for me and if I ever wanted to add more space to it you can by extra tubes and tents separately to add on.
The price can add up quick on these things. Worth it though if you want to keep your indoor cats safe while outside.
https://www.amazon.com/Outback-Jack-Kitty-Compound-Playhouse/dp/B00IONBY3M
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00IONBY3M/
This may help. Certainly did with my overactive cat.
Fling-AMA-string. Automatic.
https://www.amazon.com/MOODY-PET-Fling-Ama-String-Cat-Toy/dp/B00IRJ7NL0
the two toys my guy's love is Moody Pet Fling-Ama-String and The Giddy Kitty 5 Pack Assorted Cat Feather Toy
Name: "Purrfect Arch Self Grooming and Massaging Cat Toy"
$17
Purchase Link:
https://www.amazon.com/Purrfect-Arch-Self-Grooming-Massaging/dp/B00LV46BVQ
Russian Blue are very attractive specimens. But a cat is just a cat. Each have their own personality and preference. Most cats will only occasionally use a scratching tree, except to sit on the highest perch as if they were King/Queen. Don't skimp on the methods of entertainment. Give your friend a vast array of choices. Catnip toys, with jingly or scrunchy sounds are a good start. My feline pal is quite fond of the Purrfect Arch. Interactive toys, such as laser pointers are always fun for you and your cat. The diet of your Russian Blue won't really depend on the brand or flavor of the food, but RB's have a tendency to eat constantly and become overweight, so the strict diet you heard about may consist of the time and frequency of the feedings. If it is a kitten under 6 months, you should feed them three times a day; breakfast, lunch, dinner, just like you would. After 6 months, you can take it down to two feedings a day. Small treats in between are okay. Don't be scared, just give your pet love and attention.
I think both you and I have cats! I think our cats would like these self grooming Cat Toys. Have a great birthday!
Balloons are fun!
Ah, make sure you never have the toy in your hands. Get string or toys on sticks, like this: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00LZUCIL8?psc=1&smid=A1D78GG83CI1AS
My cat is very well socialized and loving, but she is NEVER allowed to play with a toy in my hand because she will bite me and scratch me. Vets will tell you never to play with a cat while you're on the floor with them or with toys in your hand. They should be playing chase/fight with the toy, not with you.
As for why he doesn't seem to play the reason your cat probably doesn't seem to like playtime is that you toss a toy and then stop playing. The toy is "dead" at that point, and his instinct kicks in to stop playing. A "live" toy on a stick would give you both some interaction time, as would string. A laser pointer toy is also a great idea! All of these things should cost less than $10 and could greatly improve your relationship with your cat.
And like I said, do it at the same time every day, even if he's hesitant at first. He'll start getting interested if he learns to expect it. Cats love routine.
Well, I've yet to meet a cat or a dog that can resist a lazer pointer, but I try to avoid using those. The animal tends to get fixated on the floor, obsessively. Instead I prefer toys that allow for a more realistic play - those toys that are a stick with a string/elastic and some sort of toy or feather at the end are the best.
If kitty is more of a jumper and climber, there are great toys with feathers - when they move through the air, it even sounds like a bird's wings flapping. If he's more into scurrying on the ground, they have great chonky little toys that look like mice and kind of thonk as they move.
A long shoelace with a pinecone on one end, tied to some long kitchen utensil might work just as well. You can experiment with dollar-store stuff before you start spending tens of dollars only to find out he prefers the shoelace :)
This is the kind of thing I'm talking about though : https://www.amazon.com/Pet-Fit-Life-Feather-Exerciser/dp/B00LZUCIL8/ref=mp_s_a_1_2_sspa?crid=15WBTFSYCT09D&keywords=interactive+cat+toy&qid=1555384469&s=gateway&sprefix=Interactive+&sr=8-2-spons&psc=1
But the interactive feature is the important part - you need to control the play. Get him running, jumping, climbing - he should be panting... When he starts panting, give him a sec to catch his breath, then start playing again. Keep going until he's just wiped out. Laying on the floor panting, kinda batting at the toy, cause he's just too tired to go on... Usually you're looking at 20-30 min. Probably less as you play with him regularly.
If you're willing to invest a little, these are some other great ways to keep kitty stimulated, which will help him be more calm and relaxed -
It sounds like he is bored and needs an outlet for all his energy! Do you play with him much? My cats love wand toys (this is the best one we've tried - https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00LZUCIL8) and they get really tired out after playing and are mellow for the rest of the evening! (Disclaimer: not a cat expert, but have my own furbabies and have watched a lot of Jackson Galaxy/My Cat From Hell) :)
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Sounds like she's pretty domesticated. You should provide her some toys. A bored cat is a destructive cat . They don't have to be super expensive either, since they get "lost" real quick. You can get them from the dollar store, or Amazon or Ebay has a huge collection for cheap, like this listing https://www.amazon.com/Fashions-Talk-Variety-Kitty-pieces/dp/B01AHM6P18/ref=lp_2975303011_1_1?s=pet-supplies&ie=UTF8&qid=1484419679&sr=1-1 You can even make toys with stuff at home, like toilet paper rolls, or left over yarn or tissue paper. Just google DIY cat toys.
Aw man! That sounds so boring for them! Well my bf and I have an apartment and we bought these (link: http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B01AHM6P18/ref=mp_s_a_1_1?qid=1462918408&sr=8-1&pi=SX200_QL40&keywords=20+cat+toys&dpPl=1&dpID=51EEKYiUXTL&ref=plSrch) and your cats like balls/mice/etc I would definitely suggest getting this. You could even introduce them 2 at a time and let them play with them for a few days and then add one and take one away so it's always new stuff!
This is the Amazon link: Volwco Cat Funny Toys Interactive... https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07Q1FYGJZ?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07Q1FYGJZ/ref=cm_sw_r_other_apa_i_GPhRDbRM3A8NC
I used to being outside longer and additional surgical supplies such as these:. https://www.amazon.com/Petmate-Crazy-Circle-Interactive-Large/dp/B0002AT5AO. https://www.amazon.com/Petstages-317-Tower-Tracks-Chase/dp/B00DT2WL26/ref=sr_1_1?s=pet-supplies&ie=UTF8&qid=1487151213&sr=1-1&keywords=tower+of+tracks.
Like these?
I think it's one of those track toys, similar to these except with rearrangeable track sections, like a Hot Wheels track.
vroom vroom!
I recently got a new car too! Congratulations!! :D
For the kitty!