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This page picks out the ball toys from our cat toys range: multi-level track ball towers, turntable tracks and cardboard scratcher bowls with a ball track, crinkle balls, faux fur catnip balls, sisal scratcher balls, foldable spring-style toys and self-rolling electric balls with ropes and feathers. It is for kittens and adult cats who love to bat, chase and pounce, and owners after inexpensive daily play.

Why cats love balls

A small ball that skitters across a hard floor behaves a lot like a fleeing mouse: it moves fast, changes direction when it bounces and disappears under furniture. That sets off a cat's chase instinct. Balls are also cheap, light and easy to carry, which is why cats so often bring them back or drop them in water bowls.

Ball play gives a cat short bursts of sprinting, which is how cats naturally exercise. It is especially useful for kittens and young indoor cats with energy to burn.

Track towers and turntables

A track toy holds balls inside a ring or tower of tracks. The cat bats a ball and it races round, but it can never roll away under the sofa. Multi-level towers let two cats play at once, and a turntable track spins for extra movement.

Cardboard scratcher bowls with a ball track combine a scratching surface, a bed and a ball toy, which suits cats who like to lie in the middle and swat. Track toys are good for solo play and for cats with limited mobility.

Crinkle, fur, sisal and catnip balls

Crinkle balls make a rustling sound when batted, which many cats find irresistible. Faux fur balls feel like prey and are soft to carry. Sisal balls double as a small scratcher, and catnip balls add scent for cats that respond to it.

Lightweight balls work best on hard floors and short-pile rugs; on thick carpet they stop quickly. Keep a few spares, since balls vanish under furniture at an impressive rate.

Self-rolling and electric balls

Electric balls roll on their own, bump off walls and change direction, and some trail a rope or feathers. They keep a cat moving when you cannot play. Choose one with an auto-off timer, and rotate it with other toys so it stays interesting.

For more on moving toys, see our automatic cat toys page, which covers fish, bugs and launchers as well.

Safety

Choose balls too large to swallow, especially for big cats. Inspect them regularly and throw away any that are split, losing fur or have loose bells inside. Foldable spring toys and coils should be put away after play if your cat chews them.

Never let a cat play with string, yarn, hair ties or rubber bands, which can be swallowed and cause serious intestinal damage. If your cat vomits repeatedly or stops eating after play, call your vet.

What kind of ball do cats like best?

Many cats prefer light balls that skitter on hard floors, crinkle balls that rustle, and soft fur balls they can carry. Try a few types.

Are track ball toys good for cats?

Yes, the ball cannot escape under furniture, so cats can play alone and two cats can share. They also suit cats with limited mobility.

Are cat crinkle balls safe?

They are safe if they are too big to swallow and intact. Remove any that tear open or come apart.

Do cats play with balls on their own?

Many do, especially with track toys and self-rolling balls. Daily play with you is still the best exercise.

What are cat spring toys?

Spring and coil toys bounce unpredictably when batted. Put them away after play if your cat tends to chew them.