PetSafe Stimulating Exercise Laser Cat Toy, Adjustable

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Many of the devices listed above come with an automatic shut off feature after a given amount of time – usually 10 or 15 minutes. Another plus is it doesn’t require a lot of floor space to work efficiently, even working well on carpet. One of the problems that critics of this type of toy have is that it simulates hunting without providing the thrill of catching the prey. While we have a selection of the best cat toys that offer plenty of opportunities for fun, automatic laser cat toys go above and beyond to offer an exciting and unpredictable option for your cat.

All the materials are safe and cat-friendly and there are three replacement feathers included ensuring this cool cat box goes the distance. With random movements and different colors, people say that it's very engaging, however it doesn't work well on carpeted surfaces and is prone to getting stuck in certain spots around the home. While a lot of laser pointers marketed for cats use a press button—you have to keep holding it down with your thumb—the Whisker Rechargeable Laser Pointer has a switch, which means you can turn it on and it stays on.To ensure endless play, this toy features a rechargeable battery that lasts for about 4 hours on a single charge. While cats seem to go crazy for it, people report that it does tend to chew through batteries fairly quickly and can be quite noisy. Also, some models feature a treat dispenser that offers cat food after a play session to help your cat with its recovery. An adjustable manual mode allows you to create your own playtime with your cat instead of relying on the automatic function. This is because unlike their active outdoor peers, these cats don't have as many opportunities to tap into their natural instincts to run, jump, chase, and pounce.

A good automatic laser cat toy solves that problem by offering them the chance to do all of the things they love. One owner went as far as to say that her ‘very fussy’ cat who doesn’t usually like laser toys, ‘cried’ when the play interval timer had stopped. Try and identify what games your cat likes to play with you and see if you can find something similar in an automated form. You can operate it with the touch of a button, and it will shut down after 10 minutes to stop your cat from getting too stimulated. Another impressive feature is the adjustable speed settings creating 16 play combinations, which can certainly make playtimes more exciting and stimulating.The patterns that the laser game creates are designed to be interesting to your cat to keep them engaged in the game. Next, you have the type of lasers that can be mounted to a wall or window using a screw or suction cup. The rotating dual lasers provide plenty of exciting chase, to ensure playtimes are more fun for our cats. You’ll also want to think about the type of flooring you have in your home: some automatic laser chasers work better on hardwood than carpet, especially thick carpets or rugs. If your cat has long hair, their fur is likely to block the emitter so that the laser dot won’t appear.

But you can make sure your cat doesn’t get too frustrated by rewarding them with treats or providing alternate toys for play after a laser pointer session. While it would have been better to have had more holes and, therefore, more mice, this arrangement nevertheless proved sufficient for our test cats to fully engage. It charges through a USB fast port for convenience, and it can work between 8 and 12 hours without interruption. This wearable laser collar shines a red beam ahead of your cat, which will have them chasing their own laser all around the house.The UV light is great at highlighting messes you may have missed before, while the flashlight gives you light in the darkness if you need it. The final choice on our list is a hands-free device that you can mount using a suction cup or by screws.

The surface of the Cheerbe cat ball is made of synthetic fiber that's furry to the touch, making it comfortable to play with. Choose a toy that comes from a reputable retailer, is robustly made, and features a secure battery compartment.Cats have an inbuilt desire to stalk and hunt their prey, which is a desire that can sometimes not be fulfilled in domesticated felines compared to their wild counterparts. Cats have eyes that have evolved to track movement more closely than human eyes, and so they react to a roving pinpoint of light like they would fast-moving prey, triggering your cat’s instincts to hunt and pounce. Just be sure to check in on your cats from time to time; though the toy does feature a safety bar design and a non-slip base, some excited cats may be prone to flipping the tower over, particularly if it's being used by multiple cats at the same time.