The 17 Best Cat Toys to Keep Your Furchild Forever Entertained

With almost 5,000 enthusiastic reviews and a near five-star rating, this electric butterfly toy will have your bb mesmerized.

This classic tiered thang is just 11 bucks on the 'Zon! If you're in a rush to get your cat a birthday present or they just need to stop coming for your furniture, get them this affordable gem to keep them occupied instead.

This moppy ball toy is deceptively simple. It’s basically just a hard ping-pong ball covered with strings of spongy fabric, but its simplicity is actually its greatest strength. A rattle noise will keep cats entertained, while the strings allow for easy handling and carrying, encouraging individual play, while giving you time and space to do your own thing.

A great cat toy for the food-motivated, this puzzle features 8 hidden treat compartments to encourage your cats to play. By hiding treats or regular dry food in the compartments, you’ll be able to slow your cat’s eating habits and avoid the classic “I ate too fast” post-feeding cat vomit. Plus, there are no removable parts, keeping your cat safe from accidentally swallowing a hunk of plastic.

This two-in-one toy combines a fishing pole design with a kicker toy mouse, creating a simple yet versatile plaything. You can play with your cat or let your fur baby enjoy it in peace. Just be careful that your kitty doesn’t get tangled up in the mouse’s extra-long tail.

If you have a cat that likes wand toys, you know they're incredibly easy to break. Many wand toys don’t make it past the first few days in my house, but this one has been alive and well for over a year. Sure, some of the bird’s feathers have been plucked off during aggressive play, but the string and wand attachment is as secure as ever. If you’re looking for a wand toy that won’t snap, this is it.

Another two-in-one, this toy is part scratcher, part hunting toy. Two ball toys — one that jingles and one that doesn’t — make for fun interactive play while the scratching pad in the middle allows your cat to sharpen their claws to perfection. Pro tip: If you live in a small apartment, make sure to hide this one at night so your kitty doesn’t wake you up with their aggressive (and loud) play.

Finally, a toy that reflects the moody and murderous undertones of your cat’s personality. These handmade Addams Family-inspired cat toys are creepy, kooky, and made with catnip. In other words: everything that’ll make your cat go wild. Choose your favorite character — there are eight designs to choose from — or get the whole set!

Perfect for cats who like to pounce and enjoy playing low to the ground, the Wiggle Wand is designed to engage your cat’s senses. The wand features rattle sounds and non-toxic materials, making it safe for cats to chew on — no bells or wires!

I’ve gotten my cat many toys that claim to be sprinkled with catnip, but I never noticed any effects until she was gifted the Yeowww! Chi-CAT-a Banana. These toys have a bit of weight to them, which makes it harder for cats to swat around, but more satisfying to rub their faces all over to get some of that sweet, sweet catnip.

Getting a hamster wheel for your cat might seem excessive, but a cat exercise wheel might be worth trying if you have an overactive cat with too much energy. The wheel requires minimal assembly, which should take about 10 minutes. Reviewers recommend using a laser pointer to train your cat to run on the wheel, and One Fast Cat provides tutorial videos on their website to help ensure your cat gets everything they need.

For the cat who loves to play with your sheets when you make the bed, the Ripple Rug features flexible folds you can arrange to create tight spaces or wider tunnels for your kitty to crawl into. Hide toys under the folds or lay some treats down and watch your cat hunt on this activity mat that doubles as a scratching spot.

Turn your doorway into a cat jungle gym with this simple hanging toy that attaches to your door frame. A small mouse toy makes a rustling sound when swatted to excite your cat into hunting mode. All you have to do is sit back and enjoy the show.

Can’t decide on just one toy? Try a variety pack. This one comes with 25 small toys that vary in texture and effect to help you determine your cat’s likes and dislikes. There are crinkly toys, feathery toys, ball toys, toys with catnip and some without, plus a tunnel for running and hiding in.

This electronic toy is made to bring out your cat’s inner hunter with replaceable feather attachments that pop out of one of 6 holes at random, and move around for added effect. Humans can control the speed and the mode — the toy has an activation mode and a feather change mode — meaning your cat will never know what’s coming. The toy has an 8-minute auto-off feature, so it won’t keep your cat entertained all day, but, let’s face it, that’s what windows are for.