What Toy Do Cats Love Most?

We haven’t learned the golden secret to how to attract and maintain a cat’s attention, but quality cat toys are a good place to start. However, the choices can be bewildering. How do you find the best cat toys?

What are good cat toys?

The best toys for cats are the ones they actually play with. It really comes down to what excites your cat. Some cats love to fetch and enjoy rolling and chasing toys. Others are stalkers and are obsessed with wand toys and cat teasers.

Don’t have time to shake a feather in front of your cat? No problem. That’s where motorized and cat track toys come into play – keeping your cat busy while you do other things.

Then there are laser or LED light indicators, which have the benefit of entertaining both of you while providing your cat with much-needed exercise.

With so many options on the market, the real trick is finding the kind of play that interests your cat and then finding the toys that keep them coming back for more.

Some of the best cat toys for active, playful cats

Wand and cat teaser toys

Few cats can resist the lure of fake prey in motion. Wand toys tap into your cat's natural hunting instincts, providing hours of fun by creating an enriching outlet. Attachments come in all shapes and sizes, from feathers and stuffed toys to bugs.

Laser Cat Toys

Cat laser or LED light indicator toys are another great way to unleash your natural prey urge. Cats love chasing laser dots throughout the house, and playing with them not only provides mental stimulation, but also some much-needed physical exercise.

If you're considering a machine-operated laser toy, it's best to make sure you're present during play. Also, experts warn that while cats love chasing the little red light, they get frustrated by not being able to catch it. They recommend using a toy that your cat can successfully catch after playing with the laser toy.

Automatic Laser Cat Toys

For another automatic option, check out the Automatic Laser Cat Toy. This cat laser offers preset modes that create exciting and unpredictable paths, as well as an optional manual mode. The toy also automatically turns off after 30 minutes of play - protecting your cat's safety and sanity.

Rolling Chase Toys

Sometimes the best cat toys are the simplest in nature. Rolling cat toys are often very simple and affordable, while still providing your cat with opportunities to chase and pounce.

Felt Cat Toys

Keep your active cat entertained and happy about it. These fuzzy felt balls are natural and sustainable, made from 100% wool. The jute and feathers provide a fun texture that your cat will love to chase and pounce on. While they come in a variety of bright colors and earthy tones, you won’t know what you’re getting until they arrive at your doorstep—adding an extra element of mystery!

Electronic Cat Toys

While playing with your cat is one of the best ways to bond, sometimes you need a break. Electronic toys are a great way to keep your cat busy when you have a lot to do.

Many electronic toys also come with different settings, so you can adjust the difficulty and speed based on your cat’s abilities and life stage. And toys like the Smart Interactive Cat Toy automatically shut off after a certain amount of time to help prevent overstimulation.