Cats aren’t lazy; they’re efficient. Give them the right micro-adventures and they’ll burn energy without wrecking your curtains.
1) Cardboard Kingdoms (10 mins)
Stack two boxes, cut portals, sprinkle treats. New map unlocked. Rotate weekly.
2) Scent Trails (5 mins)
Rub a sock on catnip or lavender sachet (very lightly), draw a trail to a surprise toy.
3) Hunt Circuits (10 mins)
3 stations, 2 minutes each: feather wand, crinkle ball, treat puzzle. Loop once.
4) Window TV
Move a perch near a safe window. Birds = free premium content.
5) Rotation Rule
Put half the toys away. Swap weekly. Old becomes new. Cat psychology 101.