Free shipping on all orders over $35

Save 15% with Subscriptions!

Catnip Mice Cat Toys

$3.95

Pounce, play, purr…

10 in stock
Description

Unleash your kitty's inner hunter with this trio of toy mice destined to encourage feline frolic. Our plush mouse toys from Hide & Scratch® mimic the feel of real prey and are small and lightweight enough for cats of any size, purr-fect for biting, batting, and kicking into submission. These pastel-colored cat toys also come stuffed with natural catnip for even more excitement and to maximize the fur-ocious fun!

All Hide & Scratch toys for cats:
• Are durable and cat-safe
• Promote feline play and instinctual behaviors
• Provide naturally stimulating enrichment

How to Use

• Hide or conceal mice for a fun enrichment activity
• Toss and roll to simulate chasing
• Promote cleaner teeth through chewing
• Mist with catnip spray to refresh scent and interest

Product Dimensions

Each catnip mouse toy is approximately 2" long not including the tail and about 1.5" high.

Materials and Care

Spot clean with a damp cloth only as needed.

Catnip mice in packaging with 'Hide & Scratch' branding on a light purple background

WHY DO CATS LIKE TOY MICE?

It’s no surprise cats go wild for toy mice – they’re designed to tap right into your cat’s natural hunting instincts. The small size mimics real prey, making it easy for cats to stalk, pounce, carry, and “catch,” while the soft, plush texture of these mouse toys feels satisfying to bite and kick during play. Lightweight toys are especially appealing because they can be batted across the floor or tossed in the air, keeping playtime active and engaging.

Cat toy with text detailing features on a light purple background

PURR-FECT CAT ENRICHMENT ACTIVITY

Toy mice stuffed with catnip take play time to the next level, offering a built-in reward for your cat’s hard work. The pet enrichment these toys provide is essential for keeping cats mentally stimulated, physically active, and emotionally fulfilled. By encouraging and mimicking natural behaviors like hunting, chasing, and problem-solving, these mouse toys for cats help reduce boredom, ease stress, and satisfy both mind and body.

Product label with text and a barcode on a purple background

TAP INTO YOUR CAT'S INSTINCTUAL URGES

Cats are natural hunters, built and driven to stalk, chase, pounce, and capture, even if they’ve never set a paw outside! Toys that inspire these behaviors help satisfy those deep-rooted instincts in a healthy, positive way, turning everyday play into meaningful enrichment. This kind of interactive engagement can reduce boredom, curb unwanted behaviors, and support both physical fitness and mental stimulation. Cat toys that provide an outlet for what comes naturally help them feel more confident, balanced, and truly at home in their environment.

Catnip mice toy with benefits listed on a purple background

GREAT FOR BONDING AND INTERACTIVE PLAY

What cat parent doesn't melt when kitty brings you a "gift"? While we prefer a toy mouse to a real one, the act of sharing their catch reflects a natural extension of their hunting and teaching instincts - think teaching kittens - as well as showing trust, affection, and appreciation. That's just another reason mouse cat toys are ideal for both independent feline play (tossing, biting, batting) and interactive play with your cat (kitty "volleyball", "retrieving", and of course, gifting).

Customer Reviews

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes these mouse toys so appealing to cats?

Catnip mice tap into your cat’s natural hunting instincts while delivering the appealing scent of catnip. The combination of a small, prey-like shape and enticing catnip encourages batting, chasing, pouncing, and carrying, helping keep indoor cats active and mentally stimulated. About two-thirds of cats respond to catnip with playful, energetic behavior. 

Can I refill the catnip inside the mice?

No, you can’t refill the catnip in these toy mice for cats. However, you can refresh the catnip appeal by spraying with a catnip spray or storing them in loose catnip between use. 

Are catnip mouse toys safe for everyday play?

Catnip mice are generally safe for daily use when made with pet-safe materials and used under supervision. Like all cat toys, they should be inspected regularly for wear and tear, especially if your cat is an enthusiastic chewer or “hunter.” Replace the toy if any pieces become loose to prevent accidental ingestion. 

How do these toys benefit my cat beyond entertainment?

Cat toys support both physical exercise and mental enrichment. Chasing and batting help kitty burn energy and maintain a healthy weight, while the hunting-style play satisfies instinctual behaviors. For both independent and interactive play, these toy mice provide healthy distraction and help reduce boredom, stress, and unwanted behaviors in indoor cats. 

What does catnip do to cats?

Catnip contains a natural compound called nepetalactone that triggers a temporary (about 5-15 minutes followed by a reset period), feel-good response in many cats. Depending on the cat, this can lead to playful behaviors like rolling, pouncing, zooming, and batting at toys, or a more relaxed, mellow vibe. Not all cats are affected (it’s genetic), but for those who are, catnip adds an extra layer of excitement and enrichment to playtime.

More About Farm to Pet Catnip Mice Cat Toys

What do cats like better than a toy mouse? Plush mouse toys filled with catnip - a tried and true feline fave that naturally and beneficially stimulates their brains and gets their bodies moving. Sold in sets of three, these cat-safe toys are purr-fect for prompting both independent and interactive play and exercise, not to mention appealing to your cat's inner hunter!