One of the most widespread health concerns of cat owners is weight. Indoor cats, especially, are prone to putting on a few extra pounds. Short of taking the risk and sending her out to prowl, what steps can a concerned cat owner take to help trim down a fat cat? Your vet will probably recommend a reduced calorie diet and increased activity, but where do you start? Well, you’ve come to the right place! West Paw Design sells a variety of interactive cat toys to entice your cat into exercising, and they have such a high fun factor, you’ll be enjoying yourself perhaps even more than your cat!

First, you’ll need to have a way to make your cat move and keep moving. To start, look at our two fishing poles, the Catnip Caster and the Kitty Lure Caster. Both feature a sturdy two foot wooden pole and six foot tightly woven nylon line that does not fray even after hours of use. Choose the catnip toy that you think your cat won’t be able to resist, either the Wiggly Worm, a colorful fleece toy with a little bit of weight for quick casts, or the Kitty Lure, a lightweight feathery creature that’s easy to catch. Once you have your basic Caster, check out our other catnip toys, sold separately.

Both our Catnip Caster and Kitty Lure Caster feature a slip noose which lets you easily change out toys for variety and excitement in your cat’s play. We call it “interchangeable bait!” If your cat tires of the original toy, there’s no need to despair. Spice up your play and keep your cat’s weight off with new and exciting interactive cat toys to chase! To cast like a true fly-fisher, pull the line with your free hand and move the tip of the pole up. In one motion, release the line and cast the bait forward. Practice to perfection!

To try fresh West Paw Design bait, loosen the end loop and remove the toy then tighten loop around your new bait. It couldn’t be easier and more fun to get your cat the healthy exercise she needs with interactive cat toys.