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Cat toys & activity

Cats are known for their strong play and hunting instincts. We love playing with our furry friends or watching them play on their own. If your cat can only be encouraged to play by you, the following are suitable Play fishing rods and play dodgers. If you want to challenge your furry friend a little, there are some cool Intelligence toys for your house tigers. Our furry friends are totally enthusiastic about all the LIONSLIKE toys from natural materials.

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Cat toys for species-appropriate activity

Playing is not a pastime for cats, but part of their natural behavior. Chasing, lurking, jumping, grabbing and chewing are all part of it. Indoor cats in particular benefit from a variety of stimuli, so that their everyday life doesn't just consist of eating and sleeping.

At ARTGERECHT. you will find Cat toy and activity products that cover various needs: fishing rods for joint hunting games, intelligence toys for head work, play balls, kickers, Scratch products and natural materials with exciting textures.

Which toy suits which cat?

Play together

Play fishing rods and play dusters are great if you want to keep your cat active. They appeal to the hunting instinct and can be used in short, intensive sessions. It is important that the cat is successful in the end and can catch the prey.

Working alone

For independent play, balls, scented toys, rustling products or Intelligence toys. Variety is important: if a toy is constantly lying around, it often loses its appeal more quickly.

Scratching, chewing and exploring

Scratching is a natural need for cats. Scratching board, sisal and robust surfaces provide cats with a suitable alternative to furniture. Materials such as wood, feathers, fur, jute or cotton can provide additional stimulation.

Creating meaningful activity for indoor cats

A good activity does not consist of as many toys as possible at the same time. A mixture of active play phases, changing stimuli, scratching opportunities and quiet retreats is better. Small snacks or Snacks can supplement search games, but should fit in with the daily amount.

At ARTGERECHT. you will therefore find not only toys but also scratching products, treats and suitable everyday helpers for cats.

Combine play, scratching and feeding games

Cats don't play the same way every day. Some days play fishing works, on others scent toys, kickers, scratching boards or small search games are more exciting. A sensible selection therefore covers several types of play: Exercise, head work, claw care, scent and prey behavior.

Indoor cats in particular benefit from toys being changed regularly. Not everything has to be lying around at the same time. A small rotation keeps products interesting for longer and makes it easier to find out what your cat really reacts to.

This makes it easier to plan activities: you can combine quiet brain games, active hunting games and scratching activities instead of just choosing individual toys at random.

Frequently asked questions about cat toys & activities

Which cat toys are useful?

It makes sense Cat toyCat toys that appeal to natural behaviors are useful: chasing, lurking, jumping, grabbing, chewing and scratching. A mixture of interactive toys and activities on their own is ideal. Toys that offer movement, material, smell or a small sense of achievement and are not permanently lying around work particularly well.

How do I keep an indoor cat occupied in a species-appropriate way?

Keep an indoor cat occupied in a species-appropriate way with short daily play sessions, scratching opportunities, changing toys, food or intelligence games and small search games with suitable Treats. Variety is important: cats don't need new products all the time, but well-placed stimuli, exercise and opportunities to act out their hunting behavior.

How long should you play with a cat?

Several short play sessions are often better than one very long one. Many cats respond well to 5 to 10 minutes of intensive play, especially if they are allowed to catch the prey at the end. After that, a short break is a good idea. Observe when your cat remains attentive and when it has had enough.

Why does my cat quickly lose interest in toys?

Many cats lose interest when toys are constantly lying around and no longer offer any new stimulation. Put individual toys away from time to time and offer them again later. Material, movement, smell and playing style also determine whether a product remains exciting. Sometimes the same toy has a different effect if you use it more actively.

Are toys with catnip or valerian useful?

Toys with catnip or valerian can be useful if your cat reacts to them. Many cats find such smells very exciting, others hardly at all. To ensure that the attraction does not wear off quickly, scented toys should be used in doses and put away from time to time. Check it regularly for damage.

A little tip from usso that the scented toys do not lose their scent so quickly, it is worth putting the toys in a bag when not in use 🙂

Which toys are suitable for kittens?

Light, easy to grasp toys without small parts that can be swallowed are suitable for kittens. Play fishing rods, small balls or soft toys can be exciting, but should be suitable for the size and strength of the kitten. Supervised play is particularly important because young cats are still very curious and not very careful.

Which toys help to combat boredom in cats?

A mixture of interactive toys and changing toys helps to prevent boredom, Scratching possibilities and small brain or search games. For indoor cats in particular, it makes sense to offer a variety of stimuli: Exercise, smell, rustling, chewing and food games. Variety is important instead of toys lying around all the time.