Meta: Choose safe, fun toys for kittens and learn how to play.
Kittens are full of energy and curiosity, and need toys that suit small mouths and paws.
Toys to consider
- Small soft balls and toy mice: light and easy to bat.
- Wand toys: for chasing games with you.
- Tunnels: for hiding and pouncing.
- Soft, plush toys: for snuggling and kicking.
- Small scratchers: to teach good habits early.
How to use them
- Play in short bursts, a few minutes at a time, several times a day.
- Use toys, not your hands or feet, so kittens learn not to bite people.
- Let your kitten catch the toy sometimes.
- Rotate toys to keep them exciting.
- Offer a quiet, safe space to nap between games.
Safety tips
- Choose toys too large to swallow, without bells, beads or loose parts.
- Put away strings, ribbons and wand toys after play. Kittens can swallow them.
- Check toys often and replace damaged ones.
- Supervise play, especially with new toys.
Kittens grow quickly, so check that toys still suit their size and teeth.