December is Cat Toy Safety Month. Okay, I’m stretching the official name a bit. December is actually Safe Toys and Gifts Month. This is the month to be aware of toy safety, when buying any gifts and stocking stuffers–for your kids and your kitties. Better still, go back and examine their old toys, just to make sure they’re still safe to play with. The hazards to kitties are exactly the same as with toddlers.
December is Cat Toy Safety Month (sort of). Take time to check your cat’s toys for the dangers listed below.
Cat Toy Dangers
- No small parts to swallow. Any little piece that can choke a child can choke a cat or dog,
- No loose strings. While string toys are the best at mimicking prey, they should be used only under the supervision of a human. If swallowed string can actually cut holes in the intestines causing peritonitis and eventually death. When you’re finished playing with string toys on a stick, store them where your cat cannot get to them, in a closet or cabinet.
- No sharp edges.
- No exposed staples. Carpeted cat trees often use staples to affix the carpet to the wood. Carefully check around with your hands to locate any sticking out.
- Laser pointers are great, but don’t let children use them without adult supervision. If shined in the eyes, lasers can cause injury to humans and kitties.
Best Cat Toys Ever
- Da Bird-This irresistable toy on a string has a patented lure that twirls as it moves through the air, making the sound of a bird’s flapping wings.
- Egg-Cersizer™ Cat Toy-This is a food puzzle that cats adore. It also keeps them busy and out of mischief.
- Play ‘n Squeak toys– When touched these toys emits a squeak that sounds just like a mouse.
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Stimulo Cat interactive feeder– Another brilliantly designed food puzzle. My cats actually pass up full bowls of food in order to fish the food out with their paws. The optional
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