Keeping Your Cat Happy

With toys!

Your cat will spend most of its time sleeping. But when it is awake and in a playful mood, be sure to provide plenty of interesting toys to keep him or her occupied.

• The most popular toy for cats are those that have a wand or stick of some sort, with something dangling from the end, such as a string or a feather. You can make a toy like that yourself and have a lot of fun with your cat.
• Cat toys with an erratic movement are often a big hit with cats, too. This behavior is actually instinctual. It gets their attention because it is similar to the movements made by their prey in the wild.
• Most cats love to stick their paw inside something to try and get the object out, although they generally just spend a lot of time swatting at it. Balls that go around a track can keep a cat busy for minutes.

Please Note: The preceding content is for informational purposes only and is not meant to be a substitute for the advice provided by your own veterinarian or other medical professional. You should not use the information contained herein for diagnosing a pet's health or fitness problem or disease. You should always consult your own veterinarian and medical advisors.