Toys

Selecting safe toys for your cat

Toys are for every cat

Is your cat a world-class pouncer and stalker? Or perhaps she gave that up at 18 months and now her only activity seems to be daily trips to the food bowl. Whether your cat is an athletic dynamo or an expert sunbather, you can provide her with safe and stimulating toys.

When your cat plays, she may look like she's stalking prey. This is no accident. Her wild cousins are predators, and playing brings out her hunting instincts. That's why cats are fascinated by toys that can be:

Selecting safe toys for your dog

Worried that your dog gets bored when you're not around? Or are you looking to spice up interactive playtime with your pet? There are many toys available at pet supply stores that can safely fill the needs of you and your pet. Here are some tips to consider before you buy.

Toys for your bird

When it comes to companion avians, toys are serious fun. A favorite plaything can fulfill your feathered friend's need for mental stimulation, allow him to get in some exercise, and can also aid in maintaining proper beak and nail length. And, of course, there's the fun you'll have just sitting back and watching him hard at play.

Ferrets and toys

For a ferret, life is just one big game. Your intelligent, inquisitive pet loves nothing more than play time – especially if it involves you. As a responsible owner, you'll need to provide safe toys and a secure environment for your fuzzball. In return, you'll have a healthy, well-adjusted pet whose antics will never fail to amuse you!

Playtime for your gerbil

Your gerbils are rather frisky little fellows, so you've got to keep yours busy to keep them happy. Playtime with safe toys in and out of the cage will keep your pets in good physical condition, too.

Playing, mice and toys

Guess who just wants to have fun? Your mice, that's who! And as your pets' entertainment director, it's up to you to arrange playtime with safe, appropriate toys in and out of the cage every day.

Mouse toys provide hours of entertainment

Providing a variety of toys and diversions for your furry friends is serious business. Mice who are allowed to play to their little hearts' content have been shown to be much happier than those who live in barren, toy-free environments.

Playtime, toys and your rabbit

Playtime is serious business for companion bunnies, and they'll need at least two to three hours of exercise outside the cage or hutch every day. Their wild cousins are most active at dawn and dusk, so it's a good idea to let your little girl get in some funtime in the morning before you leave for work and when you return in the evening. Without the diversion of toys and out-of-cage time, she can grow bored, depressed and/or destructive, especially if she's left alone for much of the day.

Playtime for your guinea pig

When you became a guinea pig caretaker, you automatically took on the job as your pet's entertainment director. That means you'll need to provide safe, appropriate toys and arrange play sessions for your pig in and out of the cage every day. Sound like fun? Well, it should be for the both of you!

Playtime for your hamster

Hamsters just want to have fun, and yours is no exception. He's got a lot of excess energy to burn, so you'll need to keep your pet busy to keep him happy. Play sessions with appropriate toys in and out of the cage will keep him in tip-top physical condition, too.

Creating a home for your hamster

Your hamster's cage is his home, sweet home--and it's up to you to make sure it's spacious and sturdy, and is kept as comfy and clean as possible. A well-made cage and accessories are the most important investments you'll make for your pet.

Playtime, toys and your pet rat

Your rat knows is interested in one thing: playing! Smart and sensitive, your pet needs to be physically active and mentally challenged to stay happy and healthy. Are you ready for your new job as rattie entertainment director?