7 Best Cat Toys To Entertain Your Pet

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Cats are undoubtedly wonderful animals worthy of a loving home and owner, and they can bring people a lot of happiness and peace of mind just by watching them do some funny, adorable stuff!

But what can make a cat even happier while also benefiting their human are cat toys!

After all, playing around with your pet is one of the best stress relievers and some out-of-the-ordinary, high-quality cat toys can really elevate that experience!

Of course, having a more complex toy for your cat to play with aids with their own health as well since it can promote exercise and even allows them to practice their hunting instincts safely.

Running around the house and focusing on a certain object they enjoy can have very positive effects on their health, something veterinarians have proven many times before.

This level of activity is, of course, very similar to how we humans have hobbies or use exercise to clear our minds, lower anxiety, and help us focus on different tasks of importance.

Naturally, cat toys are often not just for the cat, but you can also join in on the fun, which is bound to improve the owner-pet bond between you while simultaneously helping with their behavior patterns.

You may know the usual cat toys like lasers, feather wands, or catnip toys. However, this list does not feature those but instead, includes some of the best cat toys out there that can take your pet’s fun to the next level.

If you are a cat owner, you know all too well how fast cats lose interest in a toy, at least for a while if not for good.

In this case, it makes sense to scout the market for some supplies that can keep their attention and interest engaged for a longer period of time.

Your amazing furry friend is guaranteed to love any of them – all you have to do is check out this list and choose the one you know fits their personality the best.

Swimming Robot Fish With LED Lights


This toy is perfect if you have an outdoor cat that tends to hunt birds and run after squirrels all the time. Instead of that, now your kitty can play-hunt colorful, electronic fish in a bowl filled with water!

All you need to do is provide the said bowl and water and then proceed to turn the cute robot fishes on and place them in the water.

They even light up, making sure to grab your cat’s attention and interest immediately. It is safe to say that your pet will have a lot of fun batting away at the fish with its paws.

Pet Interactive Fun Roller Exerciser


The second option is a really engaging and stimulating toy featuring three tracks for three balls in contrasting colors.

At its core, it is a roller exerciser, but cats obviously love it more as something they can play with.

Besides, the owners will undoubtedly love it a lot as well since it resembles a Pendleton Ward cartoon character!

Windmill Cat Toy With Catnip Ball and Massage Center


This Windmill Cat Toy With Catnip Ball and Massage Center can do it all and it looks so unique too! When the cat bats at the light-up balls, the windmill rotates, encouraging them to keep playing since it keeps them interested.

Not only that, but it also comes with catnip, which will increase and keep them engaged for longer as well!

The base of this toy has a suction cup that can be attached to the wall or the floor so that it keeps it as stable as possible. Finally, the nubbly center has a double role as a chew toy that can clean the animal’s teeth and a relaxing massager for them.

Robotic Interactive Cat Toy


If your pet tends to follow your robot vacuum around, you can rest assured that it’s going to love this toy made specifically for them!

Not to mention that this device is made to work perfectly fine on pretty much any surface, be it tile, carpet, or wood. The movement imitates real prey, which is why your cat will love it since it can engage its hunter instincts.

Furthermore, this is a set that includes a few different attachments – this way, the animal will never get bored since it can play with a ribbon one day, a crinkle ball on another, and a feather some other time!

It will keep them interested by making it seem like it’s new and exciting every time they see it.

Automatic, Interactive Laser Cat Toy


It is no secret that cats really like chasing and trying to catch laser pointers. If you know that to be true about your own pet but don’t have that much time to interact and entertain them with one, this is the solution!

This automatic laser cat toy will allow the animal to chase the beam of light even in your absence.

The laser is set to move across the floor at random moments for around 15 minutes at a time, so the cat does not get overstimulated and tired of it too quickly.

Not to mention that this feature is great because you do not even have to remember to turn it off.

Electric Flutter Rotating Cat Teaser


If your cat prefers feather wands to play with, this automatic flutter toy will definitely have their full attention!

Instead of feathers, the device features a number of colorful butterflies that rotate sporadically and awaken the animal’s predator instincts.

Your cat will be happy to chase them!

In case you’re worried it will end up tearing and shredding any of them, keep in mind that this toy comes with replacement butterflies too!

Concealed Motion Cat Toy


This concealed motion toy will encourage your active and smart kitty to pounce and play without a second of hesitation!

All you have to do is turn it on, and the colorful lights and fluffy wand will immediately get your cat interested and running around all over the place.

The fact that it is automatic will allow you to focus on your remote work or anything else you have to do in the home or out while ensuring that your cat does not get bored during that time.

It has adjustable speeds as well, which means that you can always change it depending on your pet’s agility, so it is never too much or, the opposite, too boring for them.

Susan Kowal
Susan Kowal is a serial entrepreneur, angel investor/advisor, and health enthusiast.