Don’t throw away those old pair of socks hiding at the bottom of your drawer, get creative and make a plushie catnip sock toy for your feline friend to play with! It’s quick, easy and affordable. Follow our how-to below.
It’s no secret that cats are natural born hunters. They absolutely love to play and have a natural ability to hunt. In fact, they get a great deal of enjoyment and satisfaction from it. So if you’re feeling creative and want to make a toy for your cat that will keep them mentally stimulated and relaxed, this catnip sock is just the ticket!
Your cat will spend hours grabbing it with their paws and throwing it around before settling down for a well-deserved snooze.
Check out the video below for instructions and find out everything you need to get started!
If you don’t fancy getting shredded paper everywhere, you can simply push a toilet roll tube into the sock, fill with a pinch of catnip and secure the sock as above. Or for a super plush, cuddly toy, you can replace the shredded paper with stuffing.
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