Best Cat Toys for 2022

Just as human children would have a favourite teddy or toy, kittens can also really benefit from having a safe toy.

Made from ultra-soft plush, it is very comforting to hold or cuddle, but it also makes a crinkle noise for when they are feeling a bit more active and ready to pounce. It taps into their natural curiosity – they can’t see the crinkle but will have to find out where it is coming from and make that noise again.

The teddy is filled with KONG high-quality North American Catnip to encourage positive feelings as well.

With very sturdy construction, this tower will stand up to the most manic of playtimes.

There are three levels for the balls to spin around, keeping your cat entertained for hours as they work out how to get the ball from one place to another. The balls are very hard to remove too thanks to the grooves on the edge, so they aren’t going to have the whole thing destroyed within minutes.

If you are after something simple yet which your cat will adore, this is a perfect item and price.

Featuring a realistic fox tail which can excite a cat, this is the perfect cat toy to keep your feline on the edge.

The tail will hide until suddenly popping out to your unexpecting cat, encouraging them to pounce and then keep an eye when it tucks away again.

It is activated by motion sensors, so your cat can play away with it all day without needing any input from you. When they approach, it will start working, which gives off the realistic impression that it is prey.

When your cat moves this ball in the correct direction, a small treat will be dispensed, which is obviously very appealing to them.

In response, they will continue working out how this can happen again, giving them hours of fun until there are no treats left. It helps with cognitive practice, and could also be beneficial to cut boredom if the cats are left on their own during the day.

When they can’t have any more treats as they have hit their daily limit, this function can be cut off so they can continue to play and get the treats, without knowing that they won’t come. Crafty on your end, but will still keep them occupied.

This catnip fish is enticing and is filled with premium catnip already.

It will give your cat some exercise and tire them out ready for their nap. They can roll around with it, chew it, and throw it. The material is nice and soft, and can be sprinkled or sprayed with catnip for the longevity.

This toy is able to keep your cat entertained for hours on end, but the tri-texture design also has the ability to come in handy no matter how your cat is feeling.

The playful tail on the end is great for chasing and stalking if you get involved, giving into their instincts. Then, the soft fabric section is great for cuddling and snoozing up against when it is time for one of their multiple naps for the day.

The burlap section will then entice them to scratch their claws when they awaken, ensuring they remain in good condition. It makes a crinkle noise when crushed, which will encourage them to keep revisiting the toy. Great for bringing the inner kitten out of older cats.

A full entertainment centre, the Tornado is ideal for those cats who often get a bit bored and need a break from one thing as they move onto another.

There is an illuminated ball which they can scoot around the base, and it lights up when interacted with to encourage continuous play. Another plastic ball is present for playing, and there is also a central column with a pompom attached which they can try to grab or bat away.

A toy that is sure to keep your cat stalking, pouncing and ambushing. It taps into their desire to continually watch small holes and cracks in case anything happens to pop out.

Just partially hide some of your cat’s toys, and they will keep an eye for them emerging. With no movement, they will try to do the job themselves by poking their paws into the holes until they bring the toys out.

It comes with four toys consisting of a catnip ball, 2 plastic balls and a mouse! And if you want to switch it up a little bit, as you have some to hand which fit, there is no reason why you can’t add more, or maybe even use food.

The ideal little hideaway for when your cat wants some peace but wants to play as soon as they wake up, without straying too far.

A curl and cuddle space, it is perfectly plush, so they can relax in private but also have somewhere they feel comfortable when they need to let their energy out. Springy toys encourage activity, and they can pop their head out of the bungalow at any time they wish. The door can also be folded down to give them some quiet.

To make your life a lot easier, the whole bungalow can be collapsed down when not in use and then will pop up again in seconds with no fuss. The ability for it to also act as a bed will surely come in handy for many, though.

Your cat is one of the ones who react to catnip in a wonderfully crazy way, so it has to form a part of playtime.

This cute mouse is made from felt so is soft in your cat’s paws, and the tail will react to your cat’s movements to make it like the real deal. It is overall on the larger side too, which makes it much easier to control.

The hole to stuff it with the catnip is on the small side, so taking it out is tricky too, but seeing your cat happy while playing with it should be enough to make the frustration worth it.