A bored feline is a dangerous one. From furniture, curtains, and pillows to glass objects, if a cat does not have anything to pour all his curiosity, then you can expect scratches and destroyed things anywhere.
Fortunately, there are a lot of toys out there that can at least ease their boredom when you are not around. The best toys would be treated dispenser toys since you get two functions in one buy: a treat dispenser and a toy.
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1. PetSafe FUNKitty Food Dispenser Toy
You can even adjust the number of open holes to increase the difficulty of getting treats from the ball and challenge your kitty to work for the hidden treats.
2. Catit Hagen Treat Ball
3. Bergan Turbo Treat Ball
And aside from keeping your feline busy, it also serves as a reward center that will stop your kitty from scratching your furniture to sharpen his claws.
4. PetSafe SlimCat Interactive Treat Dispenser
It has various openings which can be adjusted to dispense specific amounts of treats and prevent your cat from overeating.
5. Pioneer Pet Ceramic Cat Feeder
Its various openings stimulate your kitty to paw out his food so that he will not be able to eat too much or too fast, making it a great way to amuse and challenge your feline buddy.
6. Catit Senses Food Tree
This treat dispenser allows your kitty to fish out and “steal” their treat from various side opening which makes their mealtime entertaining and challenging. Also, you can also use some small toys that your feline loves to play with and watch as he tries to “get it out” of there.
7. Trixie 5-in-1 Activity Center
Stimulating your cat’s senses, this entertaining and puzzling food maze will make him curious and think of a way on how he can successfully get his kibbles.
8. Catit Senses Digger
You only need to drop a small amount of their favorite treat into the tube and watch him paw out his reward. And thanks to its non-slip rubber mat, you do not have to worry about your feline cheating by tipping the item.
9. Trixie Cat Tunnel Feeder
10. The Company of Animals Interactive Cat Feeder
Its uneven and multiple spikes make sure that the treats will not be easily accessible to him and pose a great challenge even for the most clever felines.
11. Cat Amazing Interactive Treat Maze – Most Popular Cat Toy
It is designed with three challenge levels to stimulate your cat and can work as puzzle toys or tool for managing your cat’s eating habit. It is made from corrugated cardboard, a material considered among the most loved and entertaining materials for cats. You simply need to add toys or treats inside the box and allow your feline to retrieve them by pushing or pulling through the openings.
12. SmartyKat Treat Dispensing Toy
It motivates your cat and keeps him engaged thanks to its wobbling and unpredictable dispensing of treats.
13. Playay IQ Treat Ball
It is extremely durable which can withstand even the sharpest claw or roughest play. Plus, this ball is also soft enough to get rid of tartar and plaque on your kitty’s sharp teeth. As a bonus, it also has a subtle mint flavor that helps freshen up your cat’s meow!
14. Kong Cat Wobbler
FAQs
How can my cat benefit from a treat dispensing toy?
Cats are intelligent and curious creatures. If cats are left alone without any physical or mental stimulation, then you can expect destroyed items and scratches everywhere as well as behavioral problems.
Since cats love some challenge and treat, treat dispensing toys can help prevent such things as well as keeping them sharp and busy while you’re away. Also, it is a great way to avoid your feline from eating too fast or overeating and becoming the next Garfield.
How does cat treat dispensing toys work?
Treat dispensing toys, like its name implies, dispenses foods and treats for your feline buddy. But, it is not all that. It can also act a toy which will keep them busy and entertained for hours.
What should I add to a dispensing toy?
You can add just about anything that your cat loves to munch on. You can ask your veterinarian for advice. However, it makes sense that you add healthy treats so to prevent deficiencies.
How do I clean a treat-dispensing toy?
Most cat treat dispensing toys can be thrown to the dishwasher. However, if it not dishwasher-safe, you can follow its instructions or clean it with standard dish soap and water.
Should I use a treat dispensing toy for my cat’s regular feedings?
Regardless of its great benefits, using a treat-dispensing toy should not replace your cat’s regular feedings. These toys are designed for snack time and playtime only. If you use it for his daily food then your kitty will refuse to eat his bowl of kibbles and solely focus on the toy.