In need of toy suggestions!

[catqs]

Hello! I've posted about my bengal mix before and her unstoppable energy. Things have been going really well over the past few months and we've reached a pretty good balance with her, though she definitely always keeps us on our toes.

I was hoping to get some input about what toys might be good for her. She loves to play with those catnip mice, fish, chase balls, but every toy we have has to be put away as soon as she's done with it because she loves to tear them apart. I got her a new cat bed and the first thing she did was excitedly try rip it to shreds. I'd love for her to have a toy that's safe to chew on, tear, etc. We've unfortunately had to take her to the vet once because ripped up a toy and then swallowed part of it. (Thankfully everything went well and it was an easy fix, but as you can imagine I want to avoid another episode like that).
I'm wondering, maybe any food-based toys? Cardboard-based? Does anyone else have a cat like this that just has to shred any toy in sight?

 

[ArtNJ]

You could let her shred crinkled balls of paper, that should be safe. If kind of annoying. Crinkled balls of paper are great for trying to teach your catch to fetch. I've gotten very close! Ping pong balls and superballs should be fun and shred-proof. Laser pointer likewise.

Maybe someone can recommend a very sturdy kicker. The only one I got didn't last long at all.

 

[game misconduct]

i use chuck it balls its a dog toy has lasted the longest with graycie so far along with a rabbit chew toy for dogs she loves to chase it and attack it like prey biting it on the back of the neck and using her back legs on it to shred it

 

[ArtNJ]

Yeah, I've never had this problem, but I have seen dog toys recommended before as tending to be more sturdy.

 

[Muggs]

Have you tried wand toys like Da Bird? My friend has a bengal and this really helps her burn off energy.

 

[susanm9006]

Try some cat springs - hard to destroy and great fun for cats to bat and chase.

 

[game misconduct]

oh i forgot to mention meowijuana(catnip brand) has a stick toy thats lasted a few months for graycie its a big bumble bee pretty tough the string is thick to still not a toy i would leave out un attended with her to much risk of her hanging herself with the string

 

[neely]

This Article about how to choose the best toy for your cat may have some helpful suggestions for you:
How To Choose The Best Toy For Your Cat – TheCatSite Articles

 

[Kieka]

I'd go with some sturdy dog toys. Store them in a bag with catnip to make them a little more interesting. You can also find some sturdy cat toys online with Etsy like this one, All original scratch jingle and roll ultimate cat kicker toy | Etsy

 

[LTS3]

I found this on Etsy: All original scratch jingle and roll ultimate cat kicker toy | Etsy It looks like a sturdy cardboard tube covered with sisal.

 

[Juniper_Junebug]

I found this on Etsy: All original scratch jingle and roll ultimate cat kicker toy | Etsy It looks like a sturdy cardboard tube covered with sisal.

I bought one of these! I'm disappointed that my kitty hasn't taken a liking to it (yet?), but I love the idea and thought they would make great gifts for other cat owners. It looks high quality, not cheap.

 

[LTS3]

Try sprinkling or rubbing catnip on it. Or a little bit of crushed up treat. Some cats ignore new toys for awhile before they decide it's the greatest thing ever.

 

[vince]

The ping pong balls are a real good idea, and you can just throw one in the shower or bathtub. You can play with the cats or they can play whenever they want. Buy lots, though. They end up lost under furniture elsewhere, as the cats often get them out of the bathroom.