Cat Ball: The Classic Toy for Chasing, Batting and Pouncing
A ball rolling unpredictably across the floor instantly awakens the hunting instinct. With a bell, sound, treats or made from natural materials.
Kerbl Cat Toy Bird Chico with Sound, Plush and Jute Material, 9 cm
Regular price: €3.84
Kerbl Snack Ball for Cats, 5 cm Diameter Blue, Easy to Fill with Treats
Regular price: €2.19
Cat Ball: Small Ball, Big Hunt
Hardly anything is as simple and at the same time as popular as a cat ball. It rolls fast, suddenly changes direction and disappears under the cupboard, just like a fleeing mouse. Your cat can chase it around the home on her own or play with you. Whether with a bell, with a sound or made entirely from natural seagrass, here you'll find balls to suit different tastes and play styles.
Sounds and surfaces
Many cats react strongly to sounds. A plastic ball with a bell jingles with every movement and arouses curiosity. The Chico bird makes a sound as soon as your cat bats it. Spiky balls with nubs are bite-resistant and easy to grip with claws and teeth. A soft 4.5 cm foam ball is light, bounces high and makes hardly any noise on the floor, which also makes it ideal for kittens. Rotate the balls now and then so none of them gets boring.
Natural materials and rewards
If you like natural materials, the seagrass ball is a lovely choice. It's light, slightly rough and rustles softly as it rolls. The treat ball combines play and food: you fill it with dry food or small treats, and they drop out bit by bit as it rolls. That keeps your cat interested for longer and gives her a reward for her efforts. Simply rinse it out now and then and let it dry before refilling.
Frequently asked questions
My cat brings the ball back to me. Is that normal?
Yes, some cats fetch just like a dog. It's a sign that she enjoys playing together with you. Simply throw the ball again for as long as she's in the mood.
Can my cat swallow a small ball?
Cat balls are sized so that they normally can't be swallowed. Still, check regularly whether any parts are coming loose or the ball has been chewed, and replace it if so. If you suspect your cat has swallowed a piece, go to the vet straight away.
The bell ball is too loud at night. What helps?
Simply put noisy toys away in the evening and leave a foam or seagrass ball out instead. They're quiet but still exciting. A play session before bedtime will also make your cat nicely tired.
Balls for the Feline Hunt
A ball is the simplest toy of all, yet very few cats can resist one. As soon as it starts rolling, a sleeping cat turns into a huntress. Because balls roll away quickly and unpredictably, they imitate fleeing prey very well. Your cat can chase them around the home by herself, play with you in the hallway or fish them out of their hiding place under the sofa. A bell or a sound chip adds extra curiosity, while spiky balls are robust and bite-resistant. Foam is quiet and light, seagrass is natural and pleasantly rough. With a treat ball you can combine play with small treats. It's a good idea to keep several balls to hand, because experience shows they love to disappear under furniture. A fresh ball from the drawer will rekindle the urge to play straight away.