Blind Cat Toy--More Suggestions? It's been 3 weeks since my cat became blind due to problems in surgery for something else. He is still easily startled and afraid, and cannot play like before since even if he hits a ball, he cannot see where it goes to get it again. Anyway, though he can neither see and has minimal to no ability to smell, he can still hear and feel, and this toy with its hearable rolling ball and textured center is a real blessing, at least one thing that keeps him from just sitting in one place. I would appreciate any other suggestions of toys I can buy my blind cat, thanks. Blind Cat Toy--More Suggestions? It's been 3 weeks since my cat became blind due to problems in surgery for something else. He is still easily startled and afraid, and cannot play like before... » Read More Blind Cat Toy--More Suggestions? It's been 3 weeks since my cat became blind due to problems in surgery for something else. He is still easily startled and afraid, and cannot play like before since even if he hits a ball, he cannot see where it goes to get it again. Anyway, though he can neither see and has minimal to no ability to smell, he can still hear and feel, and this toy with its hearable rolling ball and textured center is a real blessing, at least one thing that keeps him from just sitting in one place. I would appreciate any other suggestions of toys I can buy my blind cat, thanks. « Show Less
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We put my son's jumping beans inside a large tin foil "ball", smoothed the sharp edges, and Sam bats it around on the floor. We had to "train" him by slightly moving the ball a couple of times. The beans will usually rattle once or twice after the ball stops. He can hear where it goes, has no trouble finding it and batting it around.
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CRINKLE BALLS! It's my blind cats favorite. They are made out of a celophane type material and are sold in all pet stores and are really cheap. They make lots of noise that cats love and a blind cat can follow around and find the toy. Since becoming more and more aclimated to being blind Wynnie has also started playing with those rubber balls with the bell inside. They're light and make a lot of noise as they roll so they can find them. Hope that helps some.
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Yes, my blind cat loves these. Sprinkle some catnip on it at first to get him started. He also likes foil balls. Punch some pin holes in a large piece of foil, sprinkle some catnip and loosely crumbled it up into a ball and let him bat it around on the tile floor.
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I know this was posted a long time ago, but I'm adding a reply in case anyone is still reading. My kitties love things that are typically no cost....When I eat a Nutrigrain bar, I fold the wrapper into quarters (lengthwise), and then tie a knot in the center. It crinkles AND flies around when they bat at it. It's one of the best things I ever did; you just have to watch for fraying and then toss it. It usually takes a few days, unless one of my kittens is going nuts. The Colorful Springs are a huge hit, and inexpensive, and they make noise when they roll across a hard floor.
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If anyone wants to see blind cats and how they play please go the web site..www.blindcatrescue.com you will be amazed at how they get around and just have fun...
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Keeters' favorite toy is Panic Mouse, the one that is stationary with a moving wand. I had one version that wore out then got the one with the ability to set it for 15, 30, 45, etc. minutes. When I'm ready to leave, I turn it on and she plays with it for awhile after I've left. She will sometimes just bat the wand when it's not on because it gives resistance and bounces.
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Just a thought - had a Maine Coon Cat that had a panic mouse UNDERCOVER MOUSE - has a parachute type material cover that goes over the wand that goes around. My cat loved it when I took couple of sheets of tissue paper - crumbled up first then laid flat under the base of the undercover mouse - this would make a noise that would sent him into full attack mode. Panic Mouse Undercover Mouse
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I play with my blind cat using noise. I lead her around the house by clapping my hands. Teach your cat to follow walls. Use more cat pans always in the same place. Same with food and water.
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My blind cat loves the balls with bells inside. I tied two on separate strings from the handle of my dresser and 4 from the back of a living room chair. Because she can always find them, she has daily games with them, going from one set to another, and she even talks to them. Of course, lots of untangling has to take place, which causes the bells to ring again, which only whets her appetite for more games. I'm not sure how she keeps score . . .
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Hi i reaearched what catnip is and it showed an herb. If i am correctly then there is no herb but let me know if im wrong. This toy basically makes sounds and doesnt move on its own. My cat got borred of it really fast but... Ill let you know that a string and a long stick and with the mouse will get him off of his bed if you put thise three together.
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My advice is to NEVER, EVER leave a string-type toy unattended with your cats!! A friend of mine did just that, and came home to a cat who strangled himself. Cat people should already know this. NEVER EVER. I store all of our string-type toys in the closet when we are not around.
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Just for clarification, the toy that I purchased has a ball, but it is not lighted. I'm unaware if the ball can be replaced; I would inquire of the company. I am fairly sure that the scratching section may be replaced. My kitty really likes it and he just turned 6 years old on July 20.
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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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It makes enough sound for a cat to hear. Our cat is blind and this is by far his favorite toy.
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JF my active, playful 7 year old Bichon-poo just went blind suddenly (SARDs) 3 days ago - would be interested to know what else you've found that your dog enjoys. Just found a treat-ball that got her "snorty" trying to get the treats out. It makes noise when it rolls while the treats are in there. PetCo had a stuffed duck that quacks when you squeeze it, and keeps squeaking for a bit of time. Made me smile to see her find it. :)
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He did once, but I've purchased some electronic toys that have been keeping him busy & he's way better. I have to keep his view of the outdoors blocked, too. He sees the strays in the neighborhood & that's when he'll do it. Watch or go to Internet site for the show, "My cat from hell", he gives lots of help. Give them toys, cat nip, keep 'me busy! And get a Nature's Miracle urine cleanser. Black lights help show where they've gone. I have 5 cats. :D
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My cats are 17 and 14 yrs old and I think the cats only do what THEY want to do, I have to play with them so they get their exercise. One is "obese" and she has lost weight and still is by playing with them using the "CatDancer" (purchased from Amazon). Of all the toys I have ever purchased it is the least expensive but the most effective. They never get tired of playing with it. They also like the Plush mice that can be filled with catnip, they seem to like toys that they can carry in their mouth. I purchased expensive mechanical type toys which interested them only on the first day. I liked them, but apparently the cats don't! My cats are 17 and 14 yrs old and I think the cats only do what THEY want to do, I have to play with them so they get their exercise. One is "obese" and she has lost weight and still is by playing with them using the "CatDancer" (purchased from Amazon). Of all the toys I have ever purchased it is the least expensive but the most effective. They never get tired of playing with it. They also like the Plush mice that can be filled with catnip, they seem to like toys that they can carry in their mouth. I purchased expensive mechanical type toys which interested them only on... » Read More My cats are 17 and 14 yrs old and I think the cats only do what THEY want to do, I have to play with them so they get their exercise. One is "obese" and she has lost weight and still is by playing with them using the "CatDancer" (purchased from Amazon). Of all the toys I have ever purchased it is the least expensive but the most effective. They never get tired of playing with it. They also like the Plush mice that can be filled with catnip, they seem to like toys that they can carry in their mouth. I purchased expensive mechanical type toys which interested them only on the first day. I liked them, but apparently the cats don't! « Show Less
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My cat got into it. I went outside and my bf was inside the house. All of a sudden as I'm walking back to the door, my bf goes, "OMG honey, HELP!!" I ran inside and he's holding my 6 month old cat in the air with the sticky pad totally stuck against his whole side! I was freaked out while laughing, but I wasn't sure if he'd be OK after I rip this thing off that's stuck to him completely! Eventually with careful prodding and picking, we got it off him but we definitely put the whole thing away after that! He's older now, I'm not sure if he'd get into it again, but if I thought I have fleas again, I'd take it out and give it another try. Not sure about the hot bulb, guess they'd get stuck first. lol. My cat got into it. I went outside and my bf was inside the house. All of a sudden as I'm walking back to the door, my bf goes, "OMG honey, HELP!!" I ran inside and he's holding my 6 month old cat in the air with the sticky pad totally stuck against his whole side! I was freaked out while laughing, but I wasn't sure if he'd be OK after I rip this thing off that's stuck to him completely! Eventually with careful prodding and picking, we got it off him but we definitely put the whole thing away after that! He's older now, I'm not sure if he'd get into it again, but if I thought I... » Read More My cat got into it. I went outside and my bf was inside the house. All of a sudden as I'm walking back to the door, my bf goes, "OMG honey, HELP!!" I ran inside and he's holding my 6 month old cat in the air with the sticky pad totally stuck against his whole side! I was freaked out while laughing, but I wasn't sure if he'd be OK after I rip this thing off that's stuck to him completely! Eventually with careful prodding and picking, we got it off him but we definitely put the whole thing away after that! He's older now, I'm not sure if he'd get into it again, but if I thought I have fleas again, I'd take it out and give it another try. Not sure about the hot bulb, guess they'd get stuck first. lol. « Show Less
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I have only had this toy with two 1-year old cats, so I'm not sure how well I can speak about older cats. With my cats they play with it some, but only when in a really playful mood. With that idea, I'd say that if your cat is playful (no matter the age), particularly if they like to chase balls or similar toys then it might be worth buying. If this is not your cat ten I wouldn't recommend this product.
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It has catnip in it and as soon as the cat barely paws it it squeaks causing them to play with it more. We got it for Tucker @ christmas and it is still working. He now will let it rest for a while but he still plays with it three or four times a day with gusto! Hope this answers ur question.
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I don't know about improvements.I recently purchased a similar toy called " wacky web " from the local "intelligent" pet store, if my cats stop it with their paws it too makes the skipping sound.Doesn't seem to keep them entertained very long!
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Well that depends on how much your cat likes to chew on cardboard. We have 5 and our young male loves exercising his teeth on card board during his growth spurts. He had chewed on this puzzle box and left teeth marks...but he hasn't torn it up. Now we let them play with it for a week and then put it away for a few weeks so they don't get bored with it. So I'd say as long as you have plenty of other stuff for them to chew on (we've even gone as far as making ours a roll of cardboard sticks) and put this puzzle box away when you see them chewing on it, it should be safe. Just so you know the puzzle box it's super thick cardboard - it's thin and rigid, it's not super flimsy. I hope this helps. Well that depends on how much your cat likes to chew on cardboard. We have 5 and our young male loves exercising his teeth on card board during his growth spurts. He had chewed on this puzzle box and left teeth marks...but he hasn't torn it up. Now we let them play with it for a week and then put it away for a few weeks so they don't get bored with it. So I'd say as long as you have plenty of other stuff for them to chew on (we've even gone as far as making ours a roll of cardboard sticks) and put this puzzle box away when you see them chewing on it, it should be safe. Just so you know the... » Read More Well that depends on how much your cat likes to chew on cardboard. We have 5 and our young male loves exercising his teeth on card board during his growth spurts. He had chewed on this puzzle box and left teeth marks...but he hasn't torn it up. Now we let them play with it for a week and then put it away for a few weeks so they don't get bored with it. So I'd say as long as you have plenty of other stuff for them to chew on (we've even gone as far as making ours a roll of cardboard sticks) and put this puzzle box away when you see them chewing on it, it should be safe. Just so you know the puzzle box it's super thick cardboard - it's thin and rigid, it's not super flimsy. I hope this helps. « Show Less
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The cat balls are hard surface. They are absolutely silent. I use one in the cat track and they keep losing the other one under the couch. I need to buy another set. They are sensitive to motion, sometimes just walking by illuminates them.
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My cats have not be able to get through the wire, my only thought is not to leave them alone with the toy? I play with my cats with the toy when I am home and put it up when I can at work! Sorry, but that is all I can think of!
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Leave it out in an area that your cat frequents. Try moving it around the house from time to time. I find that old toys can suddenly become interesting again when placed in a new room :) But keep in mind some cats just may not be interested. All cats have their toy preferences.