Some people think that cats don’t need human attention. Most felines do need human interaction and plenty of cat toys to keep them occupied or they may entertain themselves by doing something that you don’t appreciate like unwinding the toilet paper roll or batting your expensive figurines across the floor. How can you keep your cat entertained?
First, you will need to spend time with your pet to see what types of toys and games he or she enjoys. Hanging out in the same room with you while you surf the net or do the dishes does not count as interaction. Try one type of toy at each play session to see which ones capture your kitty’s interest.
A good toy to start with is a wand toy since many felines like to pounce on moving targets or enjoy a game of chase. Windup toys like mice are another good option. Contraptions that you can hide treats in will help keep kitty mentally stimulated in attempts to free the treat. Many cats enjoy chasing after balls, and you can find some that make sounds for more fun. Think about natural feline behavior such as stalking and chasing prey and provide opportunities for your pet to mimic the behavior.
Watch which toys your cat favors, and try to buy similar toys. You can rotate toys by not having them all out at once as you would do with a small child to help keep kitty’s interest. Toys with strings or others that could potentially cause injury should be put up and only enjoyed during playtime with you. If a toy has small parts that could break off, do not ever give it to your cat as choking could happen even if you are supervising.
If you only have one kitty, consider getting another as a companion. This will provide hours of daily fun for both animals, but you will still need to take the time to play with each animal.
Keeping your cat entertained is very important. Your possessions won’t get destroyed, your pet will be happier, and you will reduce the chance of feline getting overweight.