I’m looking to buy some cat toys that will last. I’m looking on Amazon – though I would love to avoid Amazon – and everything is terrible quality. Even if I sort by rating, everything still seems like junk.
There are some pretty sick toys, like this automatic motion activated laser that will move around the room when it senses motion. Or one of those balls that will role itself around the room. But neither seems to hold up.
I suppose I could stay away from the electronic stuff and just get some good old fashion manual cat toys. I’m looking to adopt a kitten, and I wanted to give him as much play time as he needs. I figured a few automatic toys for while I’m working could be good.
I understand the impulse to get “automatic” toys, but that kind of defeats the purpose imo. Most cats want to play with you and the toy, and when you stop they’ll quickly lose interest in my experience.
I get felt mice for my cat. 100% felt, no catnip or other crap in there. Each one lasts at least a year, though they do start getting a bit frayed, but they hold up really well. The best thing about them is how he can grip them. He can snag them in his claws or hold them like a ball, and bite and tear at them and they still hold up.
Sometimes I catch him cuddling with one, but he is always down to play with them. Simple is best.