Let them air dry.Įven catnip infused toys will be fine with a little washing. You don’t want feathers coming off in the wash and washing cardboard is like washing sugar cubes. You can clean cat toys by machine washing or if they are not that filthy they may need just a little spot cleaning. A cat owner must make sure she also has things to climb like a cat tree, a scratching post and places to hide. This way, old toys will feel like new and she will never tire of them. You can add to this variety by switching out and rotating toys. Can a cat have too many toys?Ĭat can not have too many toys, just make sure that not only does kitty have lots of toys but a variety of toys. You can entice your cat to play more with a toy by filling it with a bit of catnip. Tiny beads, such as the kind Beanie Babies are filled with, can mean a traumatic vet visit. Cats like the sounds packing peanuts make, but be careful that your cat doesn’t swallow one. It’s soft yet just firm enough to hold shape, depending on how densely you pack it. You can stuff your DIY cat toys with Fiberfill which works for homemade stuffed toys, whether they’re for children, pets or decoration. In any case, if a cat brings you her toys, it means she considers you part of her social circle. Or maybe she just wants to show off how good she is at toy gathering. She’s figured out that her rubber mouse only bounces across the room if someone throws it and she wants you to do it. It’s a lot less gruesome than when some cats bring in stunned mice and broken birds.
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Your cat brings you toys because she may think you’re not a good hunter and need to be shown how to do it properly. Keep at it, you’ll find something that works. If your intention is weight reduction you may want to use low calorie treats. Experiment to see what works.Ī cat toy that dispenses treats can entice your cat to play more and engage her mind. Many cats want their hunting instincts stoked. Lazy cats that have packed on too many pounds need exercise and former strays need to learn to socialize. If your normally playful cat doesn’t want to play, you may have to take a trip to the vet. You can make your cat playful by experimenting and trying to figure out the cause of her lack of playfulness. Watch as these two kitties just can’t get enough of it! Frequently asked questions (FAQ) How do I make my cat playful? The more she bats it around, the more likely a treat will fall out of one of the holes like a cat puzzle. Fasten the lid on lightly and roll it out in front of Kitty. You take an empty plastic bottle, put in a handful of treats and cut a couple of holes just big enough for one of the treats to fit through. Recycled DIY Cat Toy With Toilet Paper Rolls Trust me, you won’t be disappointed! Be sure to snap a picture and post it under ‘tried it’ on my Pinterest pins. Hope you make one of these for your fur baby. Let your cat loose and watch them enjoy their new cat kicker toy! Be sure to have your camera because they will go wild! Believe me, your cat will go nuts over these, so having the opening secure is a must! If you’re not fussy on how neat it looks, I would recommend sewing it together by machine to have a more secure finish. Once the bag is filled, fold in the raw edges of the fabric and sew up the opening. Just be warned….when the cat nip comes out, you may have some visitors invading your craft table to see what you’re up to!! As you add the stuffing, sprinkle in some catnip throughout the layers. I used lots of stuffing to make the pillow nice and firm. Turn right side out and begin to fill it with stuffing. I measured mine 40cm long X 15cm wide.įold your fabric lengthwise with the right sides together and sew around leaving a 1-2 inch opening to fill with stuffing. You’ll want it long enough for your cat to hold onto, so at least the length of their belly. Measure and cut your fabric to desired size. Let’s get to the DIY! DIY Cat Toy What You Need: When he told us the news of his new addition, I knew I had to bring him a gift basket of toys for her along with a DIY cat kicker toy! That’s what mom’s do right?! So,….I just recently found out that my son got a sweet fur baby for his birthday! Meet Mila….isn’t she beautiful?! This year I decided to try something a bit different a cat kicker toy! OMG! Why have I not made this before! My cats absolutely love it! It’s so hilarious watching them go crazy hugging the pillow and kicking it with their hind legs!
How could I leave them out? They’re part of the family right?! Usually I make them their own basic catnip pillows, which consists of a small square of fabric stuffed with filling and catnip. Every Christmas they have to be included in the gift buying process. If you’re a cat lover like our family, you know how spoiled our babies can be. Today I’m going to show you how to make a DIY cat toy for your precious fur baby.
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