My cat loves to play with spiders. Would this be an appropriate toy to keep him entertained and be safe at the same time?
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I don't see why not... our cat would bat it around - he's not a chewer and this is hard plastic - not something they can carry off in their mouths. I haven't even thought of that this as an idea, but I bet my cat would love it too! I gave it as a gift for my nephew and haven't tried it with our cat. You can always give it a go to see what the cat does, and return it if the cat loses interest or is scared off by it - these toys move pretty quick. Not sure on battery life, so it may be more of a cat toy that you would turn on and off when you're home to monitor it to save on batteries and pet safety at the same time. I don't see why not... our cat would bat it around - he's not a chewer and this is hard plastic - not something they can carry off in their mouths. I haven't even thought of that this as an idea, but I bet my cat would love it too! I gave it as a gift for my nephew and haven't tried it with our cat. You can always give it a go to see what the cat does, and return it if the cat loses interest or is scared off by it - these toys move pretty quick. Not sure on battery life, so it may be more of a cat toy that you would turn on and off when you're home to monitor it to save on batteries and pet... » Read More I don't see why not... our cat would bat it around - he's not a chewer and this is hard plastic - not something they can carry off in their mouths. I haven't even thought of that this as an idea, but I bet my cat would love it too! I gave it as a gift for my nephew and haven't tried it with our cat. You can always give it a go to see what the cat does, and return it if the cat loses interest or is scared off by it - these toys move pretty quick. Not sure on battery life, so it may be more of a cat toy that you would turn on and off when you're home to monitor it to save on batteries and pet safety at the same time. « Show Less
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I let my cat play with mine (supervised.) he loves it. The hard plastic doesn't appeal to him so he doesn't chew it but when it gets stuck in the heater vent he will pull it out gently by one of its legs with his teeth. The legs feel secure enough that I don't worry about him breaking one off.
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Yes, a bunch of youtube videos of cats playing with this toy. Check them out for yourself. Good luck.
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I don't think this is a safe toy for animals. It's very fragile and breakable. A cat could easily chew off a leg and swallow or choke on it.
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No. You really have to whip it around to make a noise since there aren't any bells on it or anything. I think most of the appeal of the toy is the way the wire makes the toy look when it moves, so it wouldn't be a good choice for a blind cat. Good luck finding somethin!
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These have AMAZING bounce (in fact, this is THE reason my cat wants to play with these and none of her other ball toys!) They are the size of a golf ball so they definitely won't choke your kitty. An added feature to these balls that appeals greatly to my cat is that she can pick them up in her mouth and carry it somewhere else (something that felines like to do with their prey).
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Hi! No, no problem at all, it is pretty strong al well made materials, so its hard to lose the strings, other option it is to cut them off, or a better one is to buy 2 of them and tie them together.Hope your cats get a couple of this tunnels.. =^..^=
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Maybe, but at 9 weeks, keeping them from jumping and climbing is hard. It's how they learn to hunt, their reason for being. It won't hurt and it might mellow him out a bit. Just don't expect him to act like an older cat that knows the rules. If it's leather furniture, there are repair kits that are miraculous. Keep his nails trimmed with an cat nail trimmer (start with removing small 1/4" amounts or he won't want to let you do it). Never hit him, and get him fixed. Enjoy your kitten--they are a non-stop entertainment machine.
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I've never had to suck up a spider with it yet, but I can't imagine they would be able to withstand it. It's pretty powerful. I usually use my Dyson vacuum when I have to get spiders though. That way I can still stay a comfortable distance away from them :)
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It seems like this would be possible. Does the dog like to pick up and chew on other plastic items? If so, it might not be a good idea. However, you could take the cat in the bathroom with one and close the door - put it in the tub with no water in the bathtub. He can then slide it around the tub and chase it around the walls. That would be private kitty playtime with you. (I just measured the item - it is 1 and 1/2 inches in diameter. Shaped like a crown form by a wave. the height of the toy from the ground to the tip of the highest point is 3/4's of an inch.
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Hi! No, no problem at all, it is pretty strong al well made materials, so its hard to lose the strings, other option it is to cut them off, or a better one is to buy 2 of them and tie them together. Hope your cats get a couple of this tunnels.. =^..^=
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I would say it depends on how may people would play with the cat(s). One was enough for myself and the toy is very durable. My big boy turns into a kitten every time I bring it out. Hope this helps.
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Agreed - he can't pull forward and rip out, but he is a mellow guy. If he were to have a typical cat spaz attack, I could see that, if he were facing me, he could squirm out. That is a cat thing - they can get out of a straightjacket if they are scared enough. This is the most secure thing short of a barred cage, and is better than a nylon harness
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We don't have cats. Toy is kind of heavy and squirrels are a good size. Night be to big/heavy for cat.
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This would depend on how well your cat is at improvising. My cats lean on one front leg while using the other to fish out the treats. Also, I put this away when I'm not giving them treats. It has plastic prongs that stick straight up and I'm always afraid that my cats will start playing around it and fall right on those prongs. That would really hurt! So, I supervise and they love the Activity Center. If my cat had only one leg, I would probably NOT get this. But then, only you know what your cat is capable of.
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This is an open weave fabric, which leads me to believe that the cat's claws may get caught in it. It would probably also look unsightly after the first use. I would recommend using a carpet remnant pie e or wrap the pole with thick sisal rope. That would be more durable and cat friendly.
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One of my cats is 9 kg (20lb I think) and he fits in the tunnel easily. Great fun for them to chase each other.
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Sorry, I have never had a cat. I have lots of friends with cats though. My personal opinion is that because they are prey animals, that they would be more likely play with something that moves. Just my humble opinion, based on what I have read about prey animal behavior. It does not matter how old your dogs are (I was a professional dog trainer). If they are food motivated, this toy might brighten up their lives a bit. Rebecca
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Yes, my cat loves it. If I put one of her cat toys in it she will dig around and reach in the holes to get it too.
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My cat is only 9 months old, and she is svelte but it seems sturdy enough. I use the top platform for feeding so my dogs don't get to her snacks. If your cat is rough and flies across the room to land on it, I might brace it against a wall. The dangling mouse became her favorite toy, even after she tore it off its bungee. I have just tied new ones on.