The best types of toys for indoor cats

Build a toy rotation around hunting, movement, problem solving and rest.

Alert Abyssinian cat ready for interactive play

Play the hunting sequence

Stalk, chase, pounce and catch. Wand play is most satisfying when your cat is allowed to catch the toy, followed by a small meal or treat.

Rotate, do not overwhelm

Leave a few safe toys available and rotate the rest weekly. Put string and wand toys away after supervised play.