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Helpful toys and distractions to keep your cat busy

By Arianna Endicott

Adopting a pet is a big commitment, so it is important to keep your cat as happy as you can. Cats require daily feeding, veterinary care, mental and physical stimulation and love. It is important to meet these needs so that you can bond with your pet and enjoy a loving companionship. Cats do not require daily walks like dogs do, but they do need to be provided with plenty of opportunities to exercise. Toys like laser pointers, scratch pads and springs are excellent options for allowing your feline friends to have the fun they need! Check out these items to keep your kitties feeling happy and loved.

We have all seen and laughed at the viral videos of cats playing with laser pointers. The light mimics prey, moving erratically and unpredictably. Playing with a laser light not only provides entertainment, but it also sharpens a cat’s hunting skills and encourages exercise. This laser level tool projects lasers onto walls, allowing them to play without a human needing to provide the light. It can be positioned high up enough that cats can jump and try to catch it for hours on end!
$110 from Amazon $159 from Walmart

This cat toy is sure to provide hours of entertainment — for the cats who play with it, and the humans who watch them! The three-in-one toy features a ball rolling around a track, allowing cats to swat and hit it back and forth. The high-quality spring bounces a toy back and forth, allowing kittens to practice pouncing. Double-sided cardboard makes up the scratching board, which will discourage cats from tearing up your furniture.
$28 from Amazon $38 from Walmart

Although it is best to keep cats safe indoors, some cats feel the call of the wild and crave time outside. This outdoor catio enclosure is the perfect solution! The sturdy wood and wire build are strong enough to keep your case securely inside, but allow them to enjoy the outside view. They can perch on six large platforms to get their ideal view for birdwatching! The asphalt roof keeps the indoor enclosure dry and clear during harsh weather conditions.
$430 from Amazon

Nothing is cuter than a kitten playing with a ball of yarn! This 40 piece kit comes with a wide variety of different colored yarn, which can be easily stored in the included transparent storage bag. If you are worried about your cat playing with loose string, put your crafting skills to the test to create toys for them! You can make small knitted squares, or tiny stuffed animals that you could fill with catnip.
$34 from Amazon $34 from Walmart

Having litter boxes around the house is just part of owning a cat, and they can get smelly. With this plug-in air purifier, never worry about gross smells again! The built-in ozone and negative ion generator eliminates pet smells and absorbs dust, leaving your home smelling fresh and clean. It covers an area of up to 323 square feet, so it will keep your whole room feeling fresh!
$30 from Amazon

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Cats are great companions, and an excellent addition to any family. They have been proven to reduce stress — running your fingers through their fur and listening to them purr can provide a nice feeling of comfort and relaxation. They can also reduce blood pressure, calm your nervous system and boost your mood. They might even make you laugh — after all, who hasn’t spent time watching funny cat videos? It is important to keep your cats happy and healthy, so that you can form a bond between owner and pet. Mental and physical stimulation are essential for every cat’s happiness, so check out these five items to keep your cats living their best lives!

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