Remote control cat toys and electronic cat toys can be a fun way to provide your cat with an exciting, vigorous play session. But there are definitely some duds out there. Choose the right toy and you and your cat can look forward to some hilarious play sessions as they chase that tiny mouse around the house. Choose the wrong one—and you may find it doesn’t charge up correctly, or pieces break off as soon as your cat catches it. This cute remote control mouse will catch your cat’s attention thanks to its fast movements, light up eyes, and feather tail. It’s easy to operate thanks to the mini remote control. This is the perfect choice for interactive play sessions with your cat — as you can control the speed and direction to suit your cat’s preferred play style. The front wheels are designed to rotate to prevent this mouse from flipping over and the chunky wheels give good traction on hard floors and short-pile carpets. This toy does need quite a few batteries, as the remote control needs two AA batteries while the mouse needs three AA batteries. But once you’ve seen your cat playing with this, you’ll likely decide the batteries are well worth it. Cat toys don’t have to be entertaining for just your cat. Look into bringing one of these toys home so that you can join in on the fun and create some hilarious memories with your cat.

Some of them have “flyers” for tails, with feathers and other items attached, just as an extra enticement to your cat to chase and pounce! WEFOO Electronic Mouse Remote control cat toys keep your pet mentally and physically active for hours. Some of them even allow you to provide for your cat’s needs from a distance, even when you’re not home. To get the most out of anything your cat might want to play with, keep sessions short. It might sound counterproductive, but you want to end playtime with your cat still wanting more. Ten minutes is enough for most kitties.The fourth generation of this toy has been developed with new features to ensure the highest level of quality is achieved. Some of the new features include functional timers, new buttons, and motorized tail wand that spins around at four different speeds. There are slow, medium, fast, and random speed settings that you can setup with the remote control. Cats who are more energetic and adventurous may benefit from a toy that goes in more directions and at a faster pace. Type of Wheel

This method can make controlling the mouse difficult at first. However, once you’ve mastered it, this toy may give hours of entertainment for both you and your cat. No matter where you are, no matter what you're doing, you probably wish you were at home playing with your cat. Though you may not always be able to make it home, you can still have the pleasure of playing with your kitty. This remote control cat toy is a little different from the others. While many RC toys are meant for in-person use, this particular plaything is meant to be used remotely, and comes with a super useful camera, as well as a microphone and speaker setup. That said, the best part of this groovy little gizmo is that, in addition to being able to keep up with playtime no matter where you are, you also get to watch and listen! The motor is quiet so that it won’t scare away cats. The toy comes with a silk ribbon attachment and feather attachment to entice your cats to chase it. The wheels also light up with an array of colors. It can turn the toy 360 degrees and easily move along different kinds of surfaces. Some cats may feel intimidated by larger toys. You can try using smaller, cheaper remote control cat toys to introduce your cat to moving toys. As they get used to playing with them, you can introduce bigger toys with attachments of your cat’s favorite kinds of feathers or ribbons. Noise LevelThis cat toy has multiple automatic modes that appeal to varying degrees of activity in cats. You can also use the associated phone app to control this toy.

If you have hard floors, there isn’t really a need to splurge on an expensive cat toy with heavy-duty wheels. A simpler toy like the SmartyKat Race ‘N Chase Electronic Remote Control Mouse Cat Toy can run just fine on wood and concrete floors. Cat Toy Size You can gradually introduce larger toys with attachments of your cat’s preferred types of feathers or ribbons as they become accustomed to playing with them. Level of NoiseIt can be tempting just to use kids’ toys, but overall it’s better to use one that is specifically designed for a cat. This will help to avoid any potential accidents that may come from use of the toy. Customers have complained that the toy’s speed is a touch too rapid for their cats. The size of the toy is also a little large for smaller cat breeds. All right... so... to be fair, to say that these toys actually fly is a bit misleading. Though there are some that actually lift off the ground, those are uncommon and, frankly, don't work that well. There are, however, toys that give the illusion of flight – at least, as far as your cat is concerned. Flying toys typically consist of an unmovable, rotating base that whips around a wand with a small, soft toy or feathers at the end. These toys are well suited for the cat who likes to chitter and yell at birds in the window, as it may make them feel as if they are chasing down their feathery foes. On the downside, though, since the base doesn't move, the element of chase is missing. Unfortunately, the end result may not be satisfying for some kitties. Chase RC Cat Toys In 2018, it was dubbed the best new cat product because of its impressive design and innovative style. There are three integrated game strategies that are automatically triggered as your cat interacts with this toy. It has sensors that are capable of detecting trends or personality traits from your cat, and has the adaptability to change its strategy based on those tendencies.

If the high-speed option is too rapid for your kitten, you can keep it entertained by encouraging it to play on the low-speed level. Limit play sessions. Your cat will usually let you know when they’ve had enough playing, and if they need a break they’ll likely walk away. Some toys have timers on them, so play sessions are limited to a set amount of time and you don’t need to worry about your cat over-exerting themselves. Always make sure plenty of fresh water is available so they can rehydrate after all that exercise! Don’t force electronic toys on your cat. Not all cats are interested in remote control toys—so don’t worry if your cat doesn’t seem interested. They may need a little time to become confident around these kinds of toys, as they make erratic movements and can be noisy. If your cat doesn’t seem interested, move on and try again another day. You can even sprinkle some catnip on the toy to encourage them. If they still don’t show any interest, it might just be that they prefer other types of cat toys. That's what the Hexbug Cat Toy Robots are for.In this set, you'll find four cat toys with which you can entertain your cat and keep them occupied: two Hexbug Nano Cat Toys as well as one remote-controlled and one autonomous robot mouse diligently scurrying around.All toys are powered by batteries which are all already included in the toys (8 x AG13/LR44).Additionally, there are 12 more Hexbug replacement batteries included in the delivery.As cute as they are when they are dozing off in the sunlight, lounging on your laptop or falling asleep next to you - your cat needs exercise.Despite their laziness, they are still carnivores who are designed for an active lifestyle.But don't worry: You don't even have to get up from the sofa to give your cat enough exercise. A simpler toy, such as the SmartyKat Race ‘N Chase Electronic Remote Control Mouse Cat Toy, can function very well on wood and concrete floors. Cat Toy Dimensions Some remote control toys allow you to control the direction and speed of the toy with a remote, for truly interactive play sessions. Other automatic toys for cats are automatically triggered by your cat’s movement, or can be turned on via an app while you’re away from home. Decide which sort will suit your cat best before you buy – or treat them to a variety and see which they like best! Size The SEFON Robotic Rolling Cat Toy has a similar concept as other dual-wheel remote control toys, but its long-lasting battery makes it stand out from the rest. The toy has a built-in 1000 mAH large capacity battery so that it runs longer for extended playtime. The USB charger also prevents overcharging so that the battery lasts longer over time. No list of remote control cat toys would be complete without mentioning the ever popular laser option. Many cat owners love these toys as they offer a lot of control. Unlike RC mice, which can barrel wildly out of control if you're not careful, lasers can easily be manipulated with a steady hand, and whipped around the floor, up the wall, onto the couch and over the stairs. Although these toys can be tons of fun for both you and your kitty, it is important to note that a lot of care needs to be taken. These are, however weak, lasers after all, and if you're not mindful, you can end up damaging your cat's beautiful eyes. Alternatives to Regular RC Cat Toys