5 Simple games

● With your kitten watching, pop a ball in a large paper carrier bag (handles removed) or in an empty ‘man-size’ tissue box.

● Cut holes of varying sizes in the sides of a cardboard box. When he’s inside the box, waft a fishing rod-style toy past the holes for him to swipe at.

● Toss ping pong balls to bounce on a tiled or wooden floor.

● Pop a ball or two in an empty bath for your kitten to chase after — they keep rolling, which helps extend the game.

● Create a tent-shape with a newspaper for your kitten to pounce into.

SOLO PLAY

Often, you’ll see a kitten using his imagination while playing on his own. Providing opportunity for solo play is vital for indoor cats, especially if they spend much of the day alone.Toys safe to be left out include balls, soft toy mice, circuit games, puzzle feeders, and treat balls.

Top tip!

Kittens can easily become bored through familiarity with their toys.To keep them ‘fresh’, rotate toys weekly, making only a few available at a time, ensuring a variety of types are easily accessible.