The Top 10 Best Toys for Cats

House cats are cute, cuddly, and innocent little pets, but they never forget their wild cat roots. They need lots of exercise and activities that engage their natural hunting skills. We’ve gathered the 10 best cat toys that are guaranteed to work, because they are specifically made to target their wild side!

1. A Box Yes, that’s right, a box is one of the cheapest, simplest toys you can put in front of a cat and expect them to have a few hours of entertainment. Cats naturally love small spaces, you can cut a few holes in and it’s now a house. No matter what, never allow them to get into foam packing and foam peanuts.

2. Furry Mice These are very affordable cat toys. They come in 10 packs and with lots of varieties in shapes, sizes, and colors. Don’t go too cheap on them, some have fur or hair that can come off easily and your cat could choke on it.

3. Catnip This magical substance causes cats to get excited to play. It is safe, so you don’t need to worry about it poisoning or causing permanent changes in behavior. Just put a little bit of catnip inside a ball, or buy one that has it already in it. Some cats can become a little too aggressive to catnip, so use with caution.

4. Cat Towers Wild cats are natural climbers, you should have some form of climbing furniture for your cats, so that they don’t climb all over your furniture. You could build your own using PVC pipes and carpeting, or you could buy them online. You can get cat towers that have scratching posts.

5. Crazy Circles These circle tracks have a small object that races around, in between tunnels, in a fast-paced peak-a-boo game. These toys are great for quick bursts of activity, some are automatically timed to conserve battery power, but also to keep cats from getting bored of it too quickly.

6. Cat DJ Scratching Deck Scratching surfaces are important for keeping your kitty from doing damage to you or your house. Unless you prefer filing their nails by hand. The DJ Scratching Deck is a cool spin on the traditional cat post and it is also a durable and stable scratching pad. Invest in quality when it comes to cat toys.

7. Catit Senses This is a combination toy that provides lots of interactivity and ways to keep your cat interested for a long time. This toy provides a massager, scratching posts, and chewing spots to keep gums healthy. If your cat uses it regularly, you can cut back on visits to the groomer.

8. Cat Wand The cat wand is something you can use to have some play time with your cat and expend all their pent-up energy so that they’re not bouncing off the walls when you come home. Cat wands are safe, fun, and they last for a long time, as long as your cats aren’t the size of bobcats.

9. Laser Pointer They make laser pointers for cats, because cats love to chase fast-moving lights. They will chase them for hours if you have a pointer that is larger than the typical dot, making it easier for them to track. Just be careful with the pointer and don’t point it in your cat’s face, as it can damage their eyes.

10. Cat-tailored Videos Cats love watching TV shows just as much as dogs do. They can recognize their own on the big screen, so beware of possible paw swipes. Get a special TV to play nature videos or cat-tailored videos and watch them stay hooked on the screen for hours.