Entertaining your cat at home – 12 simple ideas that really work
Indoor cats need stimulation. Not because they become "annoying" otherwise –
but because they need to follow their natural instincts:
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hunting
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hiding
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observing
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conquering
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controlling
Many cats appear calm but are bored internally.
The good news: You don't need expensive accessories to keep a cat entertained in a species-appropriate way.
Here are 12 ideas that thousands of cat owners use – simple, inexpensive, effective.
1. Cardboard box as a hunting and hiding game
A cardboard box is the best indoor playground you can have.
Why?
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dampens sounds
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offers hiding places
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allows for surprise attacks
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appeals to instincts
A hole on the side → put a play ball inside → cat is busy for half an hour.
2. Window seat with a view
Cats are silent observers.
Give them:
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windowsill
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cushion
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raised surface
Birds, leaves, people – pure entertainment.
3. Sniffing mat or treat hunt
Cats want to work – not just eat.
Hide:
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treats
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dry food
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snacks
→ Cat entertains itself, promotes nose & brain.
4. Felt balls and light throw objects
Small, soft balls are ideal.
Pro tip:
Felt balls are especially quiet – perfect if you live in an apartment.
5. Build a cardboard labyrinth
Connect 2–5 cardboard boxes → tunnels + caves = hunting ground.
as with our value-added shipping boxes:
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cat plays in the box
6. Hide-and-seek (cats love it!)
Blanket over cardboard box → leave hole open → put finger in
→ cat stalks, hunts, pounces.
If you want an elegant solution that stays put…
Many cat owners tell us they love the play ideas – but cardboard boxes in the living room don't always look good.
That's why we developed cardboard houses that:
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look like furniture
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function as a playground
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have thoughtful openings for hunting games
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are lightweight, inexpensive, and natural
You can find the models here: Cardboard Scratch Furniture
Try 1–2 of these ideas today – you'll immediately notice which one your cat enjoys the most.