however, if this is the push you need to pounce on some new toys, so be it. for those with claws, a scratching toy may be for you, saving your furniture and limbs in the meantime. this adorable toy from cat person is just one of three funny animal catnip toys, the other two being a rooster and a bull. all of the toys come on a stick and have a bell to lure in your kitten for a fun …

during our testing we made special note of how dogs enjoyed toys compared to their other favorites, and how often a dog returned to play with the same toy. all our dog testers loved this plush toy and worked diligently to find the squeaker. they make a great security blanket for any size dog and are easy to throw in the washer when they get too slobbery. the technique doesn’t take long to master and it’s been called a lifesaver …

once a toy is ‘dead,’ it’s not as appealing to the cat and just becomes part of the environment. “the more a toy resembles and moves like something a cat would prey upon, the greater chance you have of it being entertaining to the cat,” bell says. your cat will love to call this toy her own—because it has her name on it. paws down, this is the most fun your cat will have in just a click of a …

on top of this toy is a small butterfly attached to a wire that will fly around in a realistic manner, enticing your cat to pounce. a toy doesn’t have to be expensive or complicated to entertain your cat, and the smartykat chickadee chirp is proof of that. you’ll have to hold it and press the button, creating a small red laser on the floor or wall for your cat to chase and pounce on. in case your cat manages …

there’s plenty of extra space inside to add extra toys to increase the challenge or to hide treats and food-stuffing toys for added excitement. it’s one of the few toys he plays with daily.” for more reviews of quality plush puzzle toys, as well as other stimulating and well-made dog toys, see our article, “our favorite dog toys made in the usa.” this plush squirrel tree will challenge your dog’s brain as he tries to figure out how to pull …