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Cats are going bonkers for this quirky toy! Despite its funky smell, they can't resist the allure of the stinky ferret. From bunny kicks to drool-soaked cuddles, it's a feline favourite. Some owners are wary of the fur shedding, but the joy it brings is undeniable. Whether it's a playful tussle or a comforting snuggle, this toy is a hit among cats of all ages, leaving them purring with delight.
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My cat went nuts
She likes catnip generally, but the ferret (lovingly named Fergus ferret) turned her into a feral creature.
She padded around the house with a deep meow carrying him in her mouth.
He also randomly appears in different spots in the house. Particularly outside the bedroom door in the morning.
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Top Toy
Honestly I’ve never seen my cats have such a reaction to one toy that I wish I’d bought two of these. They went absolute crazy and are loving playing with this toy, this toy does smell not the most pleasant to us humans due to the valerian which was to be expected. Stay away if you are sensitive to smells.
By far one of the cheapest but best investments I’ve made in a toy for enrichment. 10/10 buying one more in my next monthly order to make it fair
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My kitten absolutely went mad with this toy
My kitten went absolutely mad with this toy the moment when we receive it.
My kitten was very excited, and went straight to his new toy. He looked like he is having lots of fun. And yes, there is a bit of smell, but it was fine with us. It’s smell of the nature.
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I wish I was a cat so I'd like the smell as much as they do!
Even my 18 year old cat went crazy for this ferret, and she doesn't usually play at all. I wasn't even going to offer it to her, but as soon as I opened the ziplock bag it comes in, she was alerted by the smell, and jumped up to snatch it out of my hand. Catnip always makes her scent-mark the nearest hard surface and this was no exception. I'll definitely buy this again, even though I really don't enjoy the smell myself!
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Not the original one
I brought one before and it wasn't the original one and alot less stinky. But someone then wrote saying its stinky, so I gambled and brought another. Same as before, the material has changed, the smell is next to nothing. The picture needs to be changed
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Excellent for encouraging natural cat behaviours
This toy is my cat's favourite, it encourages his natural cat hunting instincts. The smell mimics a real animal and this makes it feel more real for him. We have had it since Christmas and he plays with it every day. We had read previous review about the poor quality and it falling apart but we have found the opposite- Its been through a lot and incredibly robust. Would love to see more similar items made as its great for indoor cats development.
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One stinky ferret and two happy cats
I knew the ferret would be a hit, just like the lama predecessor was a couple of years ago.
I decided to treat the newest member of our cat family to a fresh Aumüller ferret toy (as the alpaca was still functional, but years old) and it did not disappoint - Ember was one extremely happy Maine Coon 😻. I just wish there was an XL size option/version of this which was more suited to her larger size - it wouldn't need any more herbs in, just a larger sized toy with more stuffing 😸😺
Cats go crazy of this!
I have 3 cats & they go crazy for this, I bought a bunch of toys, I put this away along with some others to give at different dates, they managed to sniff this out & burst out of its packaging! Only down side is it STINKS, need to store in a sealed container 😬
Caused my cat to vomit
This toy smells like rotting carcass. Within a few hours of opening it, my poor cat was vomiting and our whole apartment stank. Straight to the bin.
My cats go mad for this
They smell so I keep them stored away until play time, but my cats absolutely love these. Will definitely buy more
Ftrett cat toy
It's a shame the toy has changed, it's smaller, different fabric it isn't as strong smelling either.
Hit with all the cats
All 3 of my cats went wild for this toy- once the novelty wore off they dont play with it as much but i had my oldest girl growling at me when i tried to take it off her as she was biting the chunks of fur off it lol.
Also bought one for my mums cats and they went crazy for it too- only downside for me is the strange smell on it but ill put up with it for their fun!
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Not interested
This has changed. My cat went crazy for the original one. This new one hasn't got the strong smell to it, the material colouring has changed. My cat completely ignored it. Shame they didn't leave it as it was
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BUYING MORE
Wow,
I have 5 cats and my youngest male absolutely loves these types of toys. He carries them around, rolls on the floor you name it.... what I did NOT expect was my eldest female to absolutely fall in love with this first! My youngest male was staring at her playing with it as if to say "hey, when is it my turn?"
So I have to buy more. I can't give one without the other now can I!? What crazy cat lady would I be if I neglected the others 🤷🏻♀️🤭😂
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My cat goes crazy
It does work!
Cats love this
The cats love this toy they had fun with it straight away. It's realistic and obviously they love the catnip inside they have hours of fun with this toy well worth buying
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Ferret cat toy
My cat loves this very happy with his ferret
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Really good cat toy
My cat loves this cat toy!! Loves playing with it and taking it around the house with him, i've even brought one for my mum's cats too play with.
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This is my cats favourite toy ever
It absolutely stinks and maybe that’s why he likes it, but he goes feral for it, will also groom it and sleep with it. He goes looking for it and will walk around the house carrying it. Best toy ever
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My 12 year old cat loves it
I placed it next to my sleeping cat, she instantly woke up and began rolling on it and biting and kicking it. She absolutely loves it.
Reviews from other countries
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1 szt.
Super
My cat is happy, he loves the ferret!
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1 jouet
The favourite toy
The ferret is still my cats' favourite toy. I buy them one from time to time. Valerian has a very strong smell, so don't be surprised—yes, it smells strong, and yes, that's normal. But as long as the cats are happy, that's what matters most to me.
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View original|France
1 jouet
Top notch
One of the best toys I've bought for my cat—he reacts instantly to the smell, rolls on the floor, and plays with it for about 10 to 15 minutes. My other cat, who usually doesn't respond to catnip, actually reacts to this toy and plays with it too 🥰
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View original||Czechia
2 kusy
Ferret
I didn't expect it to be such a hit—our cats absolutely love them.
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View original|Germany
1 Stück
Sheds long fibres that can be swallowed
Actually popular, apparently smells great. Encourages licking, and that's exactly the problem: the faux fur is very loosely woven, the long fibres come off easily and end up being swallowed. Not good at all.
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View original||Germany
Sparpaket: 2 Stück
Ferret kick
These ferrets are absolutely amazing. I already had one for my old cat, and even at 18 years old and in a weakened state, she still had her crazy five minutes with it. And now with the two kittens, it's a real hit. Luckily, there are two in the pack so each one has their own to carry around, knead, lie on, bite into, and drool over. They drag it off like prey and take it to their hiding spot—I'd give it 10 stars if I could!
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View original||Poland
1 szt.
I recommend
I expected my cat to go crazier with it after reading the comments, but with a bit of encouragement she can really wrestle that ferret toy with her teeth and paws. As for the smell, well, the most important thing is that the cat likes it. :)
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View original||Poland
1 szt.
This is terrifying!
Oh gosh, how awful it smells :((( It reeks like decomposing human remains or some other creature, like a mix of vomit and faeces :(((
But the cat doesn’t mind (she’s not disgusted by the stench) and even played with it at first ;)
I ripped it open and poured out the stinky stuff they’d sewn inside. I’ll see if it’s possible to get rid of that smell. Every time I remember that stench, it makes me want to throw up :(((
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1 unidad
Brilliant
They loved it, it has a smell they just can't resist.
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View original||Spain
1 unidad
MY CAT LIKES IT
He fights with him, bites him, and shakes him as if he were prey.
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View original||Germany
Sparpaket: 2 Stück
Expected more
5 cats and not a single one is even remotely interested. 😕
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1 unidad
Good
They're good, I bought two for my two five-month-old kittens and as soon as they arrived, they used them and played with them. But as the days go by, they hardly even look at them. They've got too many toys, just like kids.
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View original||Croatia
1 komad
Excellent
All the cats are thrilled; as soon as I opened the package, they immediately started sniffing around, rolling on the bag, and cuddling with the ferret. I'll order one for each cat.
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1 szt.
I've never seen cats in such a state
The first toy that completely captivated the cats, they love it.
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1 unidad
50/50
One of my cats did like it, but the other one didn't like it at all.
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View original||Sweden
1 styck
Watch out for loose “hair”
Be careful with this one, make sure to thoroughly pluck out all the loose plastic hairs before giving it to your cat. There are loads of loose plastic strands that will fall out and end up in your cat’s stomach and intestines if you’re not careful (and maybe even if you are). With that in mind, I wouldn’t have bought it if I’d known. The cat definitely plays with it, but I’m not sure it’s worth the risk of her ending up with a stomach full of plastic hairs when she licks it. The quality doesn’t feel great.
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View original|Netherlands
1 stuk - Aumüller Kattenspeelgoed Fretje
Smells really bad
Nice toy to look at, but it smells soooo bad! Even after washing it, it still stinks. When I'm sitting on the sofa, I can just smell that thing lying next to me.
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