Choosing the Right Toy for Your Cat

Figure out which cat toys are the best for your kitty.

Have you ever found yourself overwhelmed by the amount of different cat toys to pick from? Or maybe you’ve already bought a toy for your feline, but they just won’t play with it.

With a large variety of cat toys to buy, it can be hard to figure out which one to get your cat. That’s why Blain’s Farm & Fleet is here to show you the best types of cat toys.

Toy Mice

Cats love to chase mice in the wild. But in your home, they’re sure to appreciate the toy alternative!

Toy mice are great for kitties to who enjoy playing by themselves. But they’re also good for owners who like to play with their cat. They can have fun batting the mice around. But you can also throw the mice for them if they like to play chase.

Balls

Similar to toy mice, balls are great for cats to bat around on their own or play chase with.

There are a variety of fun ball toys to choose from. Some cats enjoy ones with feathers attached, while others like the sound of ones that have jingle bells inside.

Wands

Wand toys often have feathers, ribbons, toy mice, or some other sort of tassel hanging off the end of them. They are the perfect toy for owners who want to play with their kitties.

All you have to do is drag the wand across the floor or hang it above your cat’s head. They’ll love jumping for it and chasing after it.

Cats that enjoy hunting would be very happy with this toy.

Scratching Toys

If your cat is scratching up all your furniture, it’s a good idea to get them a scratching toy of some sort.

Many cats love to scratch things to file down their nails. Luckily, there is a wide variety of different scratching toys to choose from. A common one is a scratching post.

If you have multiple felines, it’s a good idea to get them each their own scratching toy. Oftentimes, they don’t like sharing these.

Climbing Toys

If your cat is always climbing all over your stuff, try getting them their very own climbing toy. There are many different cool climbing toys to choose from.

Lots of climbing trees come with other neat features. Some of these include spots for your cat to lay and even built-in scratching posts.

Catnip Toys

Most kitties love catnip. Some like to eat it, while others enjoy rolling around in it.

If you already know your cat likes catnip, try getting them a toy stuffed with it. They might love it just as much as the plain stuff!

Keep in mind that kittens under six months don’t often have a reaction to catnip. So it’s best to wait until they’re a little older before trying it out.

Interactive/Puzzle Toys

If your cat is extra curious about everything or they get bored easily, see if they’ll like an interactive or puzzle toy. There are so many different types of these toys to choose from. There’s sure to be one for every cat.

Some of the interactive toys have spots for you to put food or treats. So your cat has to work hard to get them out. These are great for kitties that like to eat.

Other puzzle toys have balls inside that your cat can push around and try to get out.

There are even electronic cat toys which are activated by your cat’s movements. Many cats will love chasing these around the house!

Laser Pointer

For cats that love things that move and playing chase, a laser pointer is a great toy option. This is another one that lets their owners get in on the fun, too.

Just point the laser around the room, and watch as your cat chases after it.

There are even automatic laser toys, which do all the work for you. So you can sit back and relax while your cat plays.

Hiding Toys

There are lots of hiding toys, such as tunnels, that many cats are sure to love. If your kitty is already finding hiding places all over your house, chances are they’ll enjoy their very own hiding toy.

If you have multiple cats, they may enjoy playing in this type of toy together.

Chew Toys

Dogs aren’t the only ones who like chew toys. Some cats love them, too! If you have a feline that likes to chew on things, try getting them a toy specially made for biting.

Some cats can be very picky when it comes to toys. So you may end up having to try a few out before finding the perfect one for your furry friend.

For more tips on caring for your cat, visit our Pet Care Blog.