Rather than just setting letting your cat get on with playing by themselves, you should set up the environment properly. If you are using an automatic laser, it is better if you move objects out of the way that your cat could bump into or hurt themselves on. Test the laser before use so you know where it is going to point. Set the timer if required so that the game doesn’t go on for too long. Follow any instructions that you have along with the pointer. Laser pointers: in a variety of styles and shapes - including that old favourite, a mouse! - these cat laser toys are a great way to build the bond between you and your cat, as well as letting you have a great deal of fun without risking sharp claws! They are battery-operated and the laser dot will whizz around the room, perfect for every feline. We find our senior kitties’ interests and energy levels can vary from day to day, which makes a flexible tool for different play styles handy. This two-in-one combo has both a dangling feather teaser and a laser light to give cats—especially those who might be a little slower moving—options for how to play. Batteries are included. We’ve found these laser birds are best for cats who like to bat—they don’t always hold the interest of cats who prefer a moving target. The toy requires two AA batteries.

Tapping into your cat's love of hunting and pouncing, the toy features spinning, multi-colored balls for your feline to chase, complete with three levels. Simply place it on the floor and watch your feline friends go nuts for it - it's great for one or two cats to engage in, leaving you free to do other things around the home.

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The Laser Tail uses AAA batteries and isn’t rechargeable. While the Laser Tail will change course when it runs into obstacles, it’s unable to directly reverse, which makes it prone to getting trapped in corners. It’s also a little noisy. In other words, there are substantial downsides that make the Laser Tail more of a novelty than your one-stop laser cat toy solution. Still, if you’ve seen the grip an automatic vacuum can have on your cat’s attention, then the Laser Tail may be irresistible to them. Then there’s the noise issue: if you’re planning on getting some work or reading done while the toy is on, you’ll want to choose something a bit quieter. Some of the motorized toys can be fairly loud and repetitive, which can drive some people crazy. This mouse-shaped toy with its unpredictable movements is sure to surprise and delight your fur friend as it chases it around the house in an attempt to catch it. Complete with a feather tail, this realistic toy will capture and maintain your kitty's attention and is sure to provide hours of fun.

We love that this toy comes with a 500mArechargeable lithium battery, so you don't need to worry about it going flat while you're out, and it can be easily charged via a USB cable. For our money the best-looking of the automatic laser cat toys in this list, we would be happy to have it in our home based on looks alone. But obviously aesthetics aren't everything, so how does it work?But the best feature is right in the name: it’s rechargeable via USB. That means you don’t have to worry about buying the little watch batteries found in so many other small laser pointers. Instead, you just pop off the cap on the butt of the pointer, then plug it into any USB charger or port. You don’t even need a separate USB cable (but be careful not to lose that cap!). It takes about two hours to recharge, and the little red indicator light will switch from red to green. There is also a power-saving mode for moments of activity to save on battery life, so you can leave it on without worrying about wasting power. Laser power is measured in Milli-Watts (mWs). Most laser pointers for cats will be under 5 mW. This puts these lasers in a Class I, II, or III category, any of which will generally be safe for play.