Best simple catnip enrichment
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Refillable catnip toys for short play bursts — rotate so they stay interesting
About $6–$15
Catnip response is genetic — not every cat cares. For responders, short sessions beat leaving toys out until they go stale. Rotate with wand toys and scratchers for a fuller enrichment diet.
Who it's for: Catnip-responsive cats needing cheap enrichment.
Skip if: Your cat ignores catnip — try silvervine or wand play instead.
Alternatives with different tradeoffs — not clones of the same pitch.
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Sisal posts, perches, and a condo — vertical territory without custom carpentry
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Tall sisal post with a stable base — teach the sofa a boundary
About $15–$35