Are the animal sounds enticing? I'm thinking about getting this for a blind (very bored) cat.
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I'd gotten this DVD for my two cats, Fran and Sophie. Fran is seven and pretty much just sleeps. Sophie is 2 and really got into it. It shows different birds, squirrels and rodents just doing their thing. What cracks me up is there's a parrot, which is bigger then So, and she hides under the coffee table when it comes on. But as far as you're cat goes, I think she'll like the sounds, it's kind of comforting and relaxing. I would give it a shot, I'd say the sounds are more peaceful then enticing.
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Yes, I believe they are/would be to a blind cat. There are sounds of birds chirping, parrots squawking, and squirrels chattering. Poor kitty...it's very kind and thoughtful to consider getting this video to entertain your cat. :)
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Not really the sounds are repetitive with a sound loop, the videos are enticing though with miscelaneous rats, birds, etc. but I am so sorry about yor cat being blind, none the less you still don't love him/her less. Maybe you can make your own compilation of sounds on your own with exciting sounds to interact with him/her?? best of luck with this...
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There are outdoor sounds, such as birds chirping. My cats seem to be soothed by them and sometimes, they just lie next to the television and don't even look at it. I'm assuming it is because they like the sounds.
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The motor on mine definitely drowned out the water but I wouldn't say it was obnoxiously loud either. I got used to it and the dogs/cats loved it so it was worth it from that standpoint.
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One of my cats did that too. I adjusted the unit to be less sensitive. That seems to work. Maybe your cat will get bored after watching "As the Turd Turns" a few times.
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I don't think it is noisy, I do have some aquariums in the house, they are much noisier. If the cat would lick of the side to drink from the top is twelve inches from the floor. Hope that helps.
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Both of my kittens are blind, and they love it. The ball has some weight to it, so it does make a noise as it rolls. At first I had to touch their paws to the ball so that they could get the concept of it moving around the track, and that's all it took.
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I would be hesitant and I'll tell you why. The base and scratching posts are very solid - no complaints about that. However, the U-shaped platform at the top and the lower platform that curves upward, are not nearly as solid as the rest of the piece and sure enough, those are the areas where a cat would typically sit. The U shaped platform at the top is OK, but the lower platform is very weak in my opinion. (And I'm not really sure what purpose the upward curving of the lower platform serves anyway - my cats have never scractched on the outside of that section.) If your cat doesn't put any weight on that area, it might be ok. BUT, if your 20# cat puts weight on it, I think it might break pretty quickly. I bought this for 5 foster cats - none of whom are over 8#. The smallest kitten who is about 4# jumps on the top of that lower curved platform and the entire thing shakes. I've had it for about 10 weeks and nothing is broken so far (except the toy). One other FYI that comes to mind - the removable "cushion" is just 2 pieces of plush fabric sewn together - there is no cushioning inside. Whatever you decide, I hope you find one that works great for you and your kitty!
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Yes, it beeps faster when it is pointed towards the cat. it should work very well fora blind person, I should think. The only problem that I have had is when I have had to change the batteries, I have had a terrible problem getting it working again.
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No sound at all. But I've yet to hear about a cat that isn't mesmerized by this toy.
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Your cat either likes it or not, depends on their personality. Mine didn't like it at first but loves it now.
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Hi Trudy, it depends on the age of your cats. Older cats don't seem to hear this. Our cat is 15 years old and he just looked at it and laughed!!!
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I have a cat and a dog and I cam tell you... the sound of the machine is very loud... so loud that my cat ran like crazy the moment I star the vacuum... so if your cat or dog is nervous or noise sensitive I dont recomend it :( sorry... but it is very loud
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Well, it's random and that's what sends the cats running. I know when I'm outside, I trigger it, but it's not right away and I hear this scratchy noise. It's not very loud for me, but I know it's loud enough for the cats and that I still don't have cats pooping in my garden, so it's working.
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No_it needs no batteries. It is easy to put together and if your cats love to play, I am sure it is a great toy for them. Mine did not. After a few moments of curious play after that (blinking) ball, it was not interesting anymore. Mine are with toys as finicky with toys as they are with their food_ha-ha_! If you know your cat(s) well and you think this will animate them to play then go for it. I hoped mine would but they would rather rather play with a paper bag and a string. I gave it to the Salvation Army and hope someone hat cats that really love this. Hope this helps you. I believe this: you have to know your cat(s) to be one of those that love to busy themselves with toys like that. No_it needs no batteries. It is easy to put together and if your cats love to play, I am sure it is a great toy for them. Mine did not. After a few moments of curious play after that (blinking) ball, it was not interesting anymore. Mine are with toys as finicky with toys as they are with their food_ha-ha_! If you know your cat(s) well and you think this will animate them to play then go for it. I hoped mine would but they would rather rather play with a paper bag and a string. I gave it to the Salvation Army and hope someone hat cats that really love this. Hope this helps you. I believe... » Read More No_it needs no batteries. It is easy to put together and if your cats love to play, I am sure it is a great toy for them. Mine did not. After a few moments of curious play after that (blinking) ball, it was not interesting anymore. Mine are with toys as finicky with toys as they are with their food_ha-ha_! If you know your cat(s) well and you think this will animate them to play then go for it. I hoped mine would but they would rather rather play with a paper bag and a string. I gave it to the Salvation Army and hope someone hat cats that really love this. Hope this helps you. I believe this: you have to know your cat(s) to be one of those that love to busy themselves with toys like that. « Show Less
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It does make some noise, but we have not found it disruptive. Our two cats love, love, love this thing . . . they are now 1 year old and have been playing with it since they were just a few months old.
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To: Doctor "K", I will look right now, so hold on. My cats are all so nutty, it is hard to tell if they are having that special "feeling" from one of their catnip toys. I ordered these because they have the rattles in them and when I throw them, I shake them first and they love that noise. Then it is like a herd of buffalo running for them. My veterinarian came to my home and told me that hands down, she has never ever seen so many cat toys. LOL From what I can see on the box and also read on the individual tag attached to each little mouse, there is no catnip in/on them.
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No one else here to complain except the cats. I don't use headphones, so I just bring down the volume on the music and play along. With a TV on in the next room it shouldn't be a problem! Unless your pretty bad! Ha! Enjoy.....
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I think this would be a great toy for a blind cat! The ball is quite audible as it rolls, and I think the cat would be able to discern the ball's location as it moved around the circle.