Cat Toys

Whether you’re looking for plush cat toys, dental cat toys, or smaller kitten toys, zooplus has a wide range of options to suit you and your cat’s preferences. Check the list below to get an overview of some of the most popular options on offer:

• Interactive cat toys: These toys encourage active play and mental engagement. They are ideal for keeping your cat entertained, especially when you are not around.
• Outdoor cat toys: Perfect for garden adventures, these toys may make outdoor time more exciting.
• Catnip cat toys: Infused with catnip, these toys can encourage playful behaviour and curiosity. They are a popular choice for cats who enjoy sniffing, pawing, and gentle tossing.
• Laser pointer cat toys: Laser pointers provide dynamic, engaging play that is chosen by those looking to encourage hunting instincts.
• Valerian cat toys: Valerian-infused toys may captivate your cat’s interest while encouraging play. They are an alternative to catnip and are often chosen for cats with different scent preferences.
• Dangler Pole Toys: These toys hang from poles to encourage jumping, pawing, and interactive play. They are great for cats that enjoy chasing and batting at moving objects.
• Mouse Cat Toys: Small, lightweight toys shaped like mice may engage your cat’s hunting instincts.
• Balls & Rolling Toys: Balls can roll unpredictably, inviting chasing and batting. They help encourage movement and active play, which is especially useful for indoor cats.
• Sisal & Scratching Toys: Made from natural fibres, these toys may encourage scratching instincts while providing a durable play option.

Choosing the right features in cat toys can make playtime more engaging, interactive, and enjoyable for your pet. Depending on your cat’s preferences, you can select toys that encourage chewing, chasing, scratching, or sensory stimulation. Here are some key features to consider:

• Dental/Chewing: Toys designed for chewing are often chosen by owners wanting to allow cats to exercise natural chewing behaviours.
• Hardwearing: Durable toys are ideal for cats that play energetically or enjoy tugging and biting. High-quality materials may help the toys last longer and resist damage.
• Reflective: Reflective toys catch the light during play, which can stimulate visual curiosity and encourage movement.
• Squeaker/Sound: Toys with built-in squeakers or sounds are designed to engage cats through auditory stimulation.
• Treat Dispenser: Interactive cat treat-dispensing toys combine play with reward-based motivation.

The broad range of cat toys available here at zooplus may leave you feeling lost and confused, so we have compiled a list of handy tips of things to look out for, to help you choose the perfect toy to meet your cat’s needs.

• Size: make sure the size of any toy you purchase is appropriate for the size of your cat. Here at zooplus we offer a great range of options, including toys more suitable for kittens.
• Materials and durability: all of the toys you find at zooplus are of top quality, so you can be sure they will withstand play. However, if your cat is particularly large or boisterous, it may be beneficial to choose a tougher toy – we also offer cat trees with sturdier base plates, so that every cat can play no matter its size. We also offer a great range of materials, including sisal for scratching and catnip to encourage play.
• Safety: here at zooplus, our cat toys are designed specifically with safety in mind, avoiding small removable parts where possible to help prevent your cat from swallowing potentially harmful pieces. You should be sure to regularly check toys for any damage.
• Washable: although this is not necessarily an essential, it can make your life easier if your cat’s toys can easily be washed! This is especially true of plush or soft toys, which can hold onto bacteria and unpleasant odours.
• Stimulating effect: if your cat requires a little bit of extra encouragement to play, there are natural oils and plants that can stimulate its senses. Catnip, for example, can be used to train your cat and attract your cat to certain toys or certain areas of your home. Valerian is another herb that can arouse the olfactory senses of your cat. Both of these herbs can help with stress relief and when contained in or sprayed on to toys or scratching posts they can promote exercise and ignite curiosity to explore.

Although cats may appear to be happy to nap all day, regular play is crucial to their wellbeing. In addition to keeping your cat active, toys offer mental stimulation, stress reduction, and bonding opportunities. The following are some of the main advantages of cat toys:

• Exercise: Toys inspire cats to move, chase, and stay active indoors, helping to prevent long periods of inactivity.
• Enrichment: Play provides an outlet for natural instincts such as hunting and scratching, helping to reduce boredom and keep cats entertained.
• Mental stimulation: Puzzle feeders, chasers, and interactive toys keep curious cats busy and engaged, offering new challenges to explore.
• Bonding: Interactive play strengthens the connection between you and your cat, creating enjoyable shared moments.
• Relaxation through activity: Cats that play and use up energy during the day are more likely to settle into restful downtime afterwards.

The best way to find a toy for your cat is to observe the current play preferences of your cat and look for the toys that mimic natural prey, appeal to their personality (e.g., curious vs. energetic), and offer stimulating textures, sounds, and scents.