Your cute cat might appear to be a bit aloof however, they’re an adaptable, carnivore predator with a tremendous drive to hunt. But, they do not have to hunt for their food, since they are fed all the time. How do you help your cat fulfill this desire to hunt? That’s where a cat toy can help. They mimic the experience of hunting in a safe and secure way that will keep your cat content and healthy. They also keep your cat happy and healthy. If you don’t have the right toy, the cat may attempt to transform objects like furniture and shoes into toys. They will scratch and chew them to get an escape can lead to an angry and frustrated pet owner.
The benefits of letting the cat have toys to play with are:
Honing hunting skills
Agression and release
Enhances confidence
Excercise
Improves circulation
Develops muscles tone
Reduce or prevent behavioural problems
Helps reduce boredom, stress and boredom
Mental stimulation
Connecting with your cat
What are the best toys to give my pet?
Cat scratchers
Cats are adroit scratchers and use them to mark their territories to sharpen their claws. Since this is a natural behaviour however, it’s extremely hard to stop entirely. That’s why cat scratching posts can be helpful by providing a safe space to redirect and encourage this behavior. Cat scratchers vary from inexpensive cardboard scratchers to more elaborate ones that offer a safe place where your cat can relax and get away.
Cat tunnels
They are curious and enjoy getting squeezed into small areas, and these tunnels serve as a space that your feline can enjoy and socialize. Many of these tunnels create sounds that your cat will love as well as providing games that cats can immediately swipe.
Teaser Wands
Teaser wands comprise of a long stick with an itty-bitty toy or feathers connected at the end. The toy lets you move, flutter, or turn around to make the toy on near the bottom of your stick is moved around in a random manner. It is a great way to stimulate your cat since it mimics the prey of its as insects and birds. This is fantastic in that it allows interaction with your cat. You decide where and when you move the toy to meet the cat’s needs.
Balls
Similar to teaser wands simulate cat prey which is in this case, scurrying creatures like mice. The same movement can entice the cat after it and search for it. Catnip or other treats can be added to cat balls to draw more interest. They usually have some kind of bell that is placed in the middle to help encourage the cat to listen through sounds.
Food-dispensers
Cats shouldn’t always have food readily available as it can lead to weight gain and other health issues. Toys that dispensate food are designed to force your cat to take on the task of obtaining their meals. They are like the Kong Wobbler (a Kong cat toy) that is shown on right is an excellent example of this type of toy that dispenses treats as your cat swipes it. You can adjust the openings of most of these toys to control the quantity of treats that are distributed. It’s generally recommended to make it harder when your cat gets used to the toys.
Catnip toys
The majority of cats love catnip and so including the herb in toys is a great method to draw attention to the toy. You can buy pre-made soft toys that have catnip inside, such as those in the Kong cat toys range called Kickeroo. You can also add it to other toys like play balls.
Mechanical/wind-up
Similar to ball toys, however, they have an individual mind of their own. After winding the toy and then letting it go it will become exciting and lively. Your cat will surely want for it.
Tips for the best:
Consider every occasion you play with cat toys to hunt as an exercise, with every toy acting as prey and your cat acting as a predator.
Cats can play with each other. It could be a solo activity (alone playing with toys or items) as well as social (with owners or with another cats).
Begin by making tiny movements toward the cat in order to draw attention then, when you’ve noticed it you can move the toy off of them (as natural prey would wish to escape its prey). Keep chasing for a few minutes and then let your cat take the lead and kill the toy. This may be done by swiping it with its claws on the front and biting into it. It makes your cat feel like it’s achieved something, and also keeps it interested.
Let your cat play at his pace. While some cats are more engaged than others, so it’s crucial to play with a wide range of different toys in order to figure the ones your cat loves the most. It’s also crucial to figure out when most suits your cat’s needs to play with, whether it be early in the morning, in the late evening, or just before eating.
If you play together with your pet, be careful not to be rough or get your cat enthusiastic. This can lead to painful bites and scratches. If this happens then take a break an extended period of time. Once the cat has calmed down then try it again.
It is crucial to store and put away the cat toys after you’re done engaging with your pet so that they remain engaged and stop the cat from inhaling any food even if you’re not there.
Change the toys frequently and using the same toys repeatedly will tire your cat. So ensure that you change the toys regularly and also purchase new toys from time to time.
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