I’m so happy to report we found another toy Beau absolutely loves! We picked up a KONG Wrangler Scratch Mouse at the local pet shop and I can say it was a pretty great purchase right off the bat.
We thought the Kong Wrangler would be a great addition to our toys since Beau loves to Kangaroo kick and used to be a professional Puma who used to hunt little mousies on the street. In the first few minutes, Beau actually went straight for the wrangler, pouncing it and scratching away. If that isn’t a 5/5 from him, I don’t know what is!
Now, I’m going to give the warning that this toy has feathers attached as the tail. So if your little one likes to eat feathers, please cut them off! Luckily, we’ve gotten Beau to stop eating feathers so he hasn’t actually gone for them.
We actually love the size of this toy (10.5 x 4.5 x 3.2 inches) and it’s a pretty good weight (5.9oz), making sure it’s light enough for Beau to move around but not kick it all over the apartment. Now, because it’s so big some kitties aren’t really fans of it. I would recommend playing with the kitty, trying to get it near their stomach so they can kick away. Maybe enticing with some of the sacred herb, (although it’s supposedly already got some catnip in it.)
To be honest, Beau is immune to the nip, so this wasn’t a requirement for us and we actually try to actively seek toys that don’t have it (especially to see how effect non-nip toys are.)
My favourite moments so far are when Beau pounces the toy while eating. He’ll grab a bit of kibble, attack the toy then return to eating.
It’s also great since I can move the scratcher to and from my office giving him that extra toy to sharpen his nails on since we only have one post at this time.
In conclusion, I actually give this toy a 5/5. It’s been very durable and Beau uses it at least once a day, pushing to about 6-7 times on a great day.
How do you feel about this toy? Have you had it before? Can you recommend other similar toys you think Beau will like?
MrJackFreckles/Pipo/Angel-Minko says
October 5, 2017 at 1:00 pmWow! That sure is a big toy! Looks like it sure was a hit. Pipo is not the biggest toy player around…but Angel Minko would have loved it.
Johnny Salib says
October 5, 2017 at 5:18 pmAw! What are Pipo’s favourite toys?
MrJackFreckles/Pipo/Angel-Minko says
October 6, 2017 at 1:51 amHe loves pom-poms!! And the cat dancer and the red dot…also sometimes the wee furry mice. But the pom-poms really get him going. I find them in the strangest places…trouble is now with our new rescue pup, well, he wants to steal all of Pipo’s toys and rip them up…sheesh!
Johnny Salib says
October 6, 2017 at 11:03 amOh man, I just had a dream that Beau had a woofie brother who stole all of his food. :’) Pom-Poms sadly didn’t work in our house because Beau would chew them 🙁 But we do love sponge balls!
The Swiss Cats says
September 25, 2017 at 2:46 pmWhat a big mouse ! We’re glad Beau enjoys it ! Purrs
Johnny Salib says
September 25, 2017 at 10:04 pmWe’re glad too! It can be so hard to shop for him sometimes.
da tabbies o trout towne says
September 25, 2017 at 2:12 pmdood !!!! now thatz what we call a mouz!!!!
total lee awesum…N joy killin it……….ooopz we meen
playin with it; hope walker got one two !!!
🙂 ♥♥
Johnny Salib says
September 25, 2017 at 10:03 pmWe’re going to try it with him this week actually!
The Island Cats says
September 24, 2017 at 10:50 pmThat sure looks like a fun toy. We’ll have the mom look for it next time she goes shopping.
Johnny Salib says
September 25, 2017 at 9:57 pmDo it! It’s honestly so cute and a great toy
Eastside Cats says
September 24, 2017 at 3:58 pmCool toy! Glad that Beau enjoys it; that’s always a good thing, since we’ve all brought home stuff that the cats look at, say, “meh!” and walk away. Chucky has always enjoyed the Neko Fly toy, especially with a Kittenator on the end. http://www.nekoflies.com/
Johnny Salib says
September 24, 2017 at 9:18 pmI really want to try these! I’m definitely going to try to grab one the next paycheck.
Hairballs and Hissyfits says
September 24, 2017 at 2:28 pmsounds like something Amarula would love! thanks for the review
Johnny Salib says
September 24, 2017 at 9:18 pmNo worries at all! Yes, try it out and let me know if Amarula does!